Founded in 1996 as the Academy of Classical Oriental Sciences (ACOS), Kootenay Columbia College has a longstanding reputation as a leader in Canadian TCM education. Now offering the only RMT diploma program in the Kootenays, KCCIHS is a leader in specialized health care training. A recognized institution with StudentAidBC and Canada Student Loans, we are accredited with PTIB, CMTBC and CTCMA. Our campus is centrally located in Nelson, BC, a powerfully inspiring setting to study acupuncture, TCM herbalism or Registered Massage Therapy. We also offer a Holistic Nutrition Certificate program.