California Statutes

§ 4947. — 4947. (Amended by Stats. 1999, Ch. 655, Sec. 68.)

California § 4947.
JurisdictionCalifornia
Code BPCBusiness and Professions Code - BPC
Div. 2.DIVISION 2. HEALING ARTS
Ch. 12.CHAPTER 12. Acupuncture
Art. 2.ARTICLE 2. Certification Requirements

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(a)Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to prevent the practice of acupuncture by a person licensed as a dentist or a podiatrist, within the scope of their respective licenses, if the licensee has received a course of instruction in acupuncture. This course material shall be approved by the licensing board having jurisdiction over the licensee. The board shall assist the licensing boards in providing information as requested by the individual licensing boards.
(b)The course requirement set forth in subdivision (a) shall not apply to a podiatrist or dentist who has completed a course in acupuncture, including a continuing education course, and has utilized acupuncture prior to July 1, 1982.

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Legislative History

Amended by Stats. 1999, Ch. 655, Sec. 68. Effective January 1, 2000.
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