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Schedule at http://clients.mindbodyonline.com Your Success is Our Success The American Institute of Alternative Medicine (AIAM) is a private higher education institution whose mission is to empower by promoting a holistic approach to wellness. AIAM models an integrative approach to develop and inspire compassionate professionals, nurture vibrant lives, and foster a healthy community. What Would You Like to Learn More About? Programs Students Services Workshops Connect With Us Like Us on Facebook View our Instragram Feed Follow Us on Twitter View our LinkedIn Profile View our LinkedIn Profile View our Youtube Channel Start Your Journey Today Take the Next Step Learn More About Our Programs Request Information We Can Answer Your Questions Get Help Schedule Clinic Service Book Now Start Your Journey Today Take the Next Step Learn More About Our Programs Request Information We Can Answer Your Questions Get Help Schedule Clinic Service Book Now New to AIAM? We are excited that you are interested in learning more about what the American Institute of Alternative Medicine has to offer and how we can put on you on the career path to success. Check out these videos below, and reach out to us with any questions or comments. We look forward to hearing from you. How are we keeping you safe in our clinic? Why AIAM Massage Therapy? AIAM Building Tour AIAM Tour for COVID-19 Updates Anatomage Video Alternative Medicine Clinic Licensed Massage Therapist Program Licensed Practical Nurse and Registered Nurse Programs Acupuncture Master Degree Program Welcome to Columbus There is an energy and excitement in Columbus, Ohio that will hit you as soon as you arrive. Big things are happening here, and you’re invited to join in. The city is booming, and not just in population. Explore Columbus School of Massage AIAM has been teaching holistic skills in Massage Therapy for 20 years, making our program the longest-running massage program in Central Ohio. AIAM’s program specializes in teaching neuromuscular therapy – a skill employers seek when hiring LMTs. Apply Now View Catalog Schedule Campus Visit Learn More Program Fact Sheet School of Nursing AIAM’s holistic teaching approach helps nurses not only build their skills, but also their ability to connect and interact with patients. Our exceptional nursing programs emphasize small classroom sizes, one-on-one time with professors, with a focus on holistic treatment and psychomotor skills of patients. Apply Now View Catalog Schedule Campus Visit Learn More Program Fact Sheet School of Acupuncture Students acquire skills in acupuncture, business, anatomy, physiology, ethics, Chinese Medicine, and more. These skills are applied in AIAM’s on-site Acupuncture Clinic where students treat patients from the Columbus community. Apply Now View Catalog Schedule Campus Visit Learn More Program Fact Sheet School of Medical Assisting The Medical Assisting Program is designed to provide graduates with the skills necessary to obtain entry-level employment in a variety of multidisciplinary clinical and/or administrative healthcare settings. The program also provides an overview of complementary and holistic methods and current healthcare trends. Apply Now View Catalog Schedule Campus Visit Learn More Phlebotomy 60-Hour Program Certificate The Phlebotomy Program of the American Institute of Alternative Medicine is a 60-hour program taught across 2 months. A certificate is awarded upon successful completion of the program. Apply Now View Catalog Schedule Campus Visit Learn More Meet the Founders Diane Sater-Wee, BS LMT Chief Executive Officer Diane is responsible for AIAM’s strategic direction and compliance with legal and accrediting standards. She has served on the National and State of Ohio Boards of the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA), the Executive Committee for the National Council of Colleges of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, the founding board of the Ohio Council of Massage Therapy Schools, and on various committees for the State Medical Board of Ohio and the Asian Bodywork Therapy Association. Diane worked as an Account Representative for five years and as an Engineer for another five years with IBM. Diane received her undergraduate degree from The Ohio State University College of Engineering and her massage diploma from the Central Ohio School of Massage. Email Helen Yee, B.A. LMT Chief Financial Officer Helen co-founded AIAM with Diane in 1990. She is responsible for setting the school’s administrative and financial objectives, policies and practices. She also directs the acquisition, development, implementation and operation support systems. In addition to her work at AIAM, Helen serves on the Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (ACAOM) site visit team for the evaluation of acupuncture schools across the country. Helen serves on the Stonewall Columbus Board of Trustees and is on the Board of Directors for State of the Arts Productions. She previously served as President of the Pacific Association of Women Martial Artists. Helen has competed in both national and international martial arts competitions throughout her career and was an alternate in the 1988 Olympics. She competed on the U.S. Tae Kwon Do team in 1990, earning a silver medal in the World Cup in Madrid, Spain. Helen was inducted into the Bruce Lee Martial Arts Hall of Fame in 2015. email Accreditations & Approvals 2101 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 302 Arlington, Virginia 22201 ph: 703.247.4212 www.accsc.org"> AIAM is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC).2101 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 302 Arlington, Virginia 22201 ph: 703.247.4212 www.accsc.org The American Institute of Alternative Medicine’s master-level program in acupuncture (MAc) is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (ACAOM). Accreditation status and notes may be viewed on the ACAOM Directory .ACAOM is recognized by the United States Department of Education as the specialized accreditation agency for institutions/programs preparing acupuncture and Oriental medicine practitioners. ACAOM is located at:ACAOM 8941 Aztec Drive, Suite 2 Eden Prairie, MN 55347 ph: 952-212-2434 www.acaom.org AIAM is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC).2101 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 302 Arlington, Virginia 22201 ph: 703.247.4212 www.accsc.org AIAM is authorized by the Ohio Department of Higher Education.25 South Front Street Columbus, Ohio 43215 ph: 614.466.6000 My AIAM Resources Log-in for AIAM Email and Office 365 Populi Log-in Library Resources Academic Calendar Financial Aid Career Services Graduation Checklist and Form Our Blog Craniosacral Therapy: Relief for Fibromyalgia Pain How Do I Become a Massage Therapist? Moxibustion in Acupuncture: What You Should Know How to Get Into Nursing School Qi Stagnation Need Specific Program Information? At AIAM, we are here to help you build your future. Fe...