Join the Next Generation of Holistic Health Graduates

Study online, graduate with purpose, and start changing lives with
evidence-based natural health training.

Now enrolling. Apply now and start your journey today.

Step into Your Future with ACHS

 
Deepen your wellness knowledge, advance your career, or acquire skills to start your own wellness business. ACHS is dedicated to helping you achieve your goals.

Find your path with ACHS

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Speak with an advisor

Request information and tell us about your educational goals. An ACHS advisor will work with you to select the best program.

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Apply

With an advisor's help and your goals in mind, you'll be ready to apply for admission. Your ACHS advisor will support you from start to finish.

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Make an impact

Apply your knowledge in your community as you learn and make an impact in the world of health and wellness!

Accredited Education

Our accredited institution meets national standards, and gives you a research-based degree that is respected wherever you choose to work.

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Flexible Online Learning

Our online programs are recognized and respected in the industry. Your studies can be done from anywhere in the world.


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Real-Time Community

Weekly live lectures with faculty, peer tutoring opportunities, experiential classes, and an interactive online library guarantee an engaged learning environment.

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Start Your Journey with ACHS

A Message from ACHS Founder Dorene Petersen

Watch ACHS Founder Dorene Petersen as she shares the inspiring story behind founding American College of Healthcare Sciences (ACHS) and our mission and vision to make holistic health and wellness education accessible worldwide. 

How is ACHS Different?

  • Programs designed since 1978
  • Fully online classes for convenient access
  • Continuous student support
  • Micro-credentials, undergraduate, graduate, and doctorate degrees available
  • Providing students with the skills to promote wellness in their communities
  • Experiential learning for achievable and accessible education goals

Not ready to apply?

Download our professional pathways handbook to help start your journey. This guide can help you learn today how an education at ACHS can impact your future.

Learn about:
  • Aromatherapy
  • Herbal Medicine
  • Holistic Nutrition
  • Integrative Health
  • Wellness Coaching

Highlights:

  • Real stories of how graduates have put their education into practice
  • Resources for wellness professions
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Rooted in Purpose: ACHS Alumni Voices

ACHS Famous Alumni Crystal Stevens

ACHS gave Crystal Stevens the herbal foundation and confidence to build a life centered on plants, education, and sustainability.

2025 Famous Alumni, BS in Integrative Health Sciences,

ACHS DEAC Outstanding Graduate April Foster

ACHS empowered April Foster to turn personal healing into a career in holistic care and community wellness.

2025 Outstanding Graduate, BS in Integrative Health Sciences,

ACHS Partnerships & Affiliations

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