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Two acupuncture workforce surveys show consistent data, suggesting sufficiency for national workforce analysis. This information is crucial for future profession planning and projections.

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Area of Science:

  • Health Workforce Analysis
  • Professional Practice Data

Background:

  • Workforce data is essential for accurate projections and planning.
  • Independent surveys are critical for understanding profession dynamics.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the informational consistency of recent acupuncture workforce surveys.
  • To determine data sufficiency for national health workforce analysis.

Main Methods:

  • Comparative analysis of workforce outcomes from two prominent acupuncture surveys: California Acupuncture Board (2015) and National Certification Commission of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (2013).
  • Evaluation of data at national and state levels.

Main Results:

  • Over 70% of acupuncturists work less than 40 hours weekly.
  • Approximately 76% practice solo or in shared spaces.
  • Over 70% have practiced 15 years or less, with a median income between $40,000-$50,000.
  • Most practitioners are under 50 years old, with less than 15% having over 20 years of experience.

Conclusions:

  • Consistent workforce data is vital for accurate profession projections.
  • Future surveys should be collaborative and adhere to national guidelines for reliable data collection.
  • The acupuncture profession's ability to collect its own data is key for effective workforce planning.