About
The Utah Acupuncture Association is a statewide professional trade association representing the acupuncture profession in Utah. The Association exists to provide a unified, organized voice for practitioners and stakeholders in matters related to regulation, public policy, and professional standards.
Our Mission
The mission of the Utah Acupuncture Association is to represent and advance the acupuncture profession in Utah by promoting public safety, improving access to care, and supporting fair, effective, and economically sustainable regulation.
Our Vision
The Utah Acupuncture Association envisions a regulatory and professional environment in which acupuncture is practiced safely, taught responsibly, and accessible to Utah residents, while providing clear, affordable, and viable career pathways for practitioners.
Core Values
Public Safety
We support clear standards and accountability that protect patients and uphold professional competence.
Access to Care
We advocate for policies that allow Utah residents reasonable access to acupuncture services through a sustainable workforce.
Responsible Regulation
We engage constructively with regulators and lawmakers to support regulation that is transparent, proportional, and informed.
Economic Sustainability
We believe the profession should offer viable career pathways without unnecessary financial or regulatory barriers.
Professional Integrity
We promote ethical practice, honest representation, and respectful engagement across the healthcare and policy landscape.
Who We Represent
The Utah Acupuncture Association represents the acupuncture profession while engaging constructively with educators, clinics, and licensed healthcare professionals who practice acupuncture under different regulatory pathways. Membership categories are structured to reflect differences in licensure and oversight, while supporting collaboration and clarity across the profession.
How We Operate
The Association operates as a non-partisan, professional organization focused on representation, education, and engagement. We do not endorse political candidates or political parties and do not provide legal or clinical services. Our work is centered on policy engagement, regulatory participation, and communication on issues affecting acupuncture practice in Utah.