# Health Occupations (GHO)

## Title 1A. Acupuncturists

### Subtitle 3. Licensing

#### Section 1A-301

(a) Except as otherwise provided in this title or Sec.Sec. 10-14A-03 or 10-14B-03 of the State Government Article, an individual shall be licensed by the Board before the individual may practice acupuncture in this State.

(b) This section does not apply to:

  (1) An individual employed by the federal government as an acupuncturist while practicing within the scope of that employment;

  (2) A student, trainee, or visiting teacher who is designated as a student, trainee, or visiting teacher while participating in a course of study or training under the supervision of a licensed acupuncturist in a program that is approved by the Board or the State Board of Higher Education; or

  (3) An individual authorized under Sec. 1A-316 of this subtitle to perform auricular detoxification under the direct supervision of an acupuncturist licensed by the Board.

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Md. Code Ann., Health Occ. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)