Membership Categories

1. Active Members (Registered Member)

• Meets one of the following criteria:
  1. Passed MPAA Entrance Exam (or equivalent exam) AND completed minimum of 1900 hours in a Traditional Chinese Medicine acupuncture program (including 450 clinical hours), from an educational institution in Canada or other country, approved by MPAA; OR
  2. Currently holds valid registration as a Registered Acupuncturist in a regulated province in Canada.
• All active members must:
  • Meet requirements for continuing education (15 hours per membership year – MPAA membership year runs from November 1st to October 31st)
  • Successfully complete MPAA Safety course
  • Maintain current certification in C.P.R.
  • Abide by MPAA Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice
  • Maintain patient confidentiality by following PHIA (Personal Health Information Act) requirements
  • Maintain and provide proof of current Professional Liability Insurance
  • Pay annual membership fee and complete required forms

2. Inactive Members

1. Non-Practicing Member
   • An individual who is not currently engaged in active professional acupuncture practice
   • Previously was a Registered Member with MPAA who has submitted a written request to the Board of Directors to change their membership status from Registered to Non-Practicing member;
   • Has chosen to not practice acupuncture with any other acupuncture organization in the Province of Manitoba;
   • Meets requirements for continuing education
2. Student Member
   • An individual who is currently in a Traditional Chinese Medicine acupuncture training program

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