Board Certification in Alternative Medicine

Advanced Professional Recognition for Doctoral-Level Practitioners

The American Alternative Medical Association (AAMA) provides board certification for licensed and doctoral-level healthcare professionals practicing integrative and alternative medicine.

Certification recognizes advanced education, professional experience, ethical practice, and a commitment to high standards of patient care.

What Certification Represents

AAMA Board Certification signifies:

  • Advanced knowledge in integrative and alternative medicine
  • Professional competency within a clinical or healthcare setting
  • Commitment to ethical standards and patient-centered care
  • Public recognition through the AAMA practitioner directory

Certification demonstrates credibility to patients, institutions, and peers.

Certification vs. Active Membership

AAMA Board Certification is a lifetime credential that reflects your qualifications at the time it is awarded.

To be recognized as an Active Member in Good Standing, practitioners must maintain annual membership.

Active membership allows AAMA to:

  • Verify your current professional status
  • Maintain your listing in the practitioner directory
  • Provide access to member benefits and professional resources
  • Confirm alignment with current ethical and professional standards

Who Certification Is For

AAMA certification is designed for doctoral-level and licensed healthcare professionals who incorporate integrative and alternative approaches into their practice.

Bullet list:

  • Physicians
  • Nurses and advanced practitioners
  • Licensed healthcare professionals
  • Medical professionals pursuing integrative medicine

Certification Overview

AAMA certification is awarded to qualified professionals who demonstrate appropriate education, experience, and commitment to ethical practice.


Professional Recognition

Certification reflects advanced professional standing in alternative medicine.

Ethical Accountability

All certified practitioners agree to uphold the AAMA Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice.

Public Verification

Certification status is publicly verifiable through the AAMA directory.

Certification Requirements

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Completion of the application process
  • Demonstrated education and/or professional experience
  • Agreement to the AAMA Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice
  • Commitment to professional integrity and responsible practice

Maintaining Active Status

While certification is lifetime, maintaining active membership is required to:

  • Be listed in the practitioner directory
  • Be verified as “in good standing”
  • Access member benefits and professional resources
  • Maintain current professional standing within AAMA

If membership lapses, certification remains on record, but active standing is no longer current.

Verification of Certification

All AAMA-certified practitioners may be verified through the official AAMA verification system, providing transparency and confidence for patients and the public.

Apply for Board Certification

Begin your certification process and join a network of doctoral-level professionals committed to advancing integrative and alternative medicine.

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