Advancing African Knowledge. Transforming Global Health.
Welcome to the African International University for Complementary and Integrative Medicine (AIUCIM) — integrating indigenous healing knowledge with contemporary scientific inquiry.
WHO WE ARE
We provide a modern academic platform that integrates African traditional healing knowledge with contemporary scientific inquiry, evidence-based healthcare, and interdisciplinary professional development. As complementary and integrative medicine becomes an increasingly recognized contributor to health promotion and patient-centered care, we are positioned to develop competent practitioners, researchers, educators, and leaders to strengthen healthcare systems across the continent.
Values
Excellence
Commitment to high academic, professional, and clinical standards.
Innovation
Encouraging creativity, scientific inquiry, and new healthcare solutions.
Evidence-Based Practice
Promoting research-informed teaching and clinical application.
African Knowledge & Heritage
Valuing and advancing indigenous healing knowledge.
Collaboration
Building partnerships among professionals, institutions, and communities.
Humanity
Advancing health, dignity, and wellbeing for all people.
Vision
To become Africa’s leading international university for complementary and integrative medicine, advancing excellence in education, research, clinical practice, innovation, and professional leadership for the health and wellbeing of humanity
Mission
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Provide high-quality education in complementary, traditional, natural, and integrative medicine.
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Promote scientific research and evidence-based practice.
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Train competent practitioners who uphold ethics and patient-centered care.
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Preserve and modernize Africa’s indigenous medical knowledge.
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Foster interdisciplinary collaboration across Africa and internationally.
Discover Our Academic Faculties & Schools
Faculty of Complementary and Integrative Medicine
Programs
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Bachelor of Complementary and Integrative Medicine
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Master of Complementary and Integrative Medicine
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Doctor of Complementary and Integrative Medicine
- Doctors of naturopathy
- Doctor of Homoeopathy
- Doctor of Acupuncture
- Doctor of Nutritional Medicine
- Doctor of Naprapathy
- Doctor of African traditional medicine
- Doctor of oriental medicine
- Doctor of Ayurvedic Medicine
Faculty of Chiropractic and Manual Therapy
Programs
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Chiropractic
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Osteopathic Manual Practice
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Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation
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Exercise and Manual Therapy
Faculty of Natural and Traditional Medicine
Programs
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Herbal Medicine
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African Traditional Medicine
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Phytotherapy
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Natural Therapeutics
Faculty of Integrative Clinical Sciences
Programs
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Clinical Nutrition
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Functional Medicine
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Preventive Medicine
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Lifestyle Medicine
School of Mind-Body and Wellness Sciences
Programs
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Therapeutic Massage
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Mind-Body Medicine
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Wellness Coaching
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Yoga and Integrative Health
- Music and Dance Therapy
Faculty of Research and Professional Development
Programs
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Research Methodology
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Clinical Epidemiology
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Public Health and Community Integrative Healthcare
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Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
Faculty of Basic Medical Science
Programs
- Anatomy
- Physiology
- Paramedic
- Homeopathic nursing
- Biochemistry
- Nutrition
- Heath education
- Public health
Faculty of Business and Social Science
Programs
- Health administration
- Accounting and finance
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Educational management
- Social work
- Health journalism and media management
- Information technology
Institutional Objectives
Our primary objectives involve producing highly skilled graduates for safe practice, promoting African research in integrative medicine, establishing clinical training and community outreach, contributing to healthcare policy development, and creating a collaborative platform for international academic and professional exchange.
Establishment
African International University for Complementary and Integrative Medicine was established by leading African professional bodies in complementary and integrative medicine to advance education, research, clinical competence, professional standards, and the responsible integration of complementary healthcare within African health systems.
Validated By
The Institute of Natural, Traditional and Integrative Medicine AND The Body of Traditional Complementary and Alternative Medicine.
Collaborating & Affiliate Bodies
The Institute works in synergy with the following professional associations to standardize practice:
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Association of Integrative Medicine Practitioners.
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Association of Naturopathic Doctors.
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Association of Homeopathic Medical Practitioners.
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Association of Nigeria Traditional Medicine Practitioners.
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Association of Clinical Nutritional Medicine Practitioners.
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Association of Chiropractic Practitioners.
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Association of Osteopathic Medicine Practitioners.
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Association of Yoga Practitioners.
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Association of Massage Therapy.
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Association of Clinical Physical Therapy Practitioners.
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Association of Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine.
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Association of Professors and Consultants of Traditional Complementary and Integrative Medicine.
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Association of Provosts and Heads of Complementary and Alternative Medicine Colleges and Institutions.
Educate • Integrate • Innovate • Heal
Address:
1. ifanyipotnovo Benin Republic
2 Yahonde Cameroon
Email: aiucim@gmail.com
Call Anytime: +234 704 031 0271