Section 1A-301 - License required; exemptions(a) Except as otherwise provided in this title, an individual shall be licensed by the Board before the individual may practice acupuncture in this State.(b) This section does not apply to: (1) An individual employed by the federal government as an acupuncturist while practicing within the scope of that employment;(2) A student, trainee, or visiting teacher who is designated as a student, trainee, or visiting teacher while participating in a course of study or training under the supervision of a licensed acupuncturist in a program that is approved by the Board or the State Board of Higher Education; or(3) An individual authorized under § 1A-316 of this subtitle to perform auricular detoxification under the direct supervision of an acupuncturist licensed by the Board.