Acupuncturists The Division of Corporations, Business, and Professional Licensing staffs the acupuncture program. The Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development adopts regulations to carry out laws governing the practice of acupuncture in Alaska. It makes final licensing decisions and takes disciplinary actions against people who violate licensing laws. Acupuncturists who practice independently must obtain an Alaska Business License. Important Information Are you selling CBD or hemp products? If so, read this announcement from the Division of Agriculture for more information to ensure your business is registered and that the products you are selling are compliant with Alaska law. Questions? Contact the Division of Agriculture. See the FAQ for more details. Customer Contact Form Do you have questions about your professional license? Please fill out our Customer Contact Form for the fastest response. Online Applications for Licensure Now available for the following: Acupuncture License by Credentials Acupuncture License by Examination Click Here to Apply Online Online applications are filed through your MyAlaska account. Filing via the MyAlaska account allows for email notifications about your application status. Please review the instructions for filing an Initial Application online via MY LICENSE. Paper Applications for Licensure Acupuncture License by Credentials Application #08-4937, Revised 04/18/2025 Acupuncture License by Education Application #08-4938, Revised 04/18/2025 Renewal Application Acupuncture License Renewal, Paper Application #08-4049, Revised 07/08/2024 Continuing Education Requirements Statutes and Regulations Alaska Statutes are passed by the legislature. Regulations (also called the Alaska Administrative Code) are rules adopted by the department to implement, interpret, and make specific the statutes. Both statutes and regulations have the force of law. AS 08.06 and regulations 12 AAC 05 specifically apply to acupuncturists. AS 08.01 - 08.03 and regulations 12 AAC 02 apply to all professions regulated by the division. Acupuncture Statutes and Regulations AS 08.06 and 12 AAC 05 Centralized Licensing Statutes AS 08.01-08.03. Applies to all professions. Centralized Licensing Regulations 12 AAC 02. Fees, name and address changes, examinations review, general provisions. Applies to all professions. If you would like to receive notice of all proposed regulation changes for your program, send a request in writing with your name, preferred contact method (mail or email), and the program you want to be updated on to: Regulations Specialist Email: RegulationsAndPublicComment@Alaska.Gov Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing PO Box 110806 Juneau, Alaska 99811-0806 National Organizations National organizations may provide information on the regulation of the practice of acupuncture in other states. National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine Approved Schools of Acupuncture Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine (ACAHM) Council of Colleges of Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine (CCAHM) Contact Information Phone: (907) 465-2550 Email: Acupuncturists@Alaska.Gov PO Box 110806 Juneau, AK 99811-0806 Return to Top