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Introductory Course of Acupuncture and Moxibustion

Teaching program for international acupuncture training


Course Description

3-month Acupuncture and Moxibustion Program of Introductory Level is offered to those who possess no prior education of Traditional Chinese Medicine(TCM) but interested in learning TCM. Basic theories of Traditional Chinese Medicine will be taught for the first two months. In the last month, local clinical practice will be conducted with instructors. Combine theory with practice; classroom lectures with clinical practice is to be followed. Apart from the traditional way of learning of sitting through classes, participants also get valuable opportunity during the last month of the program to follow with TCM teachers at local clinic.

Program Schedules and Dates

Program
Name

Program
Dates

Application
Deadline

Enrollment
Deadline

TCM
Guangzhou
Introductory
Course
 
15 Mar -
14 Jun
01 Feb 15 Feb
15 Sep -
14 Dec
15 Jul 15 Aug

Features

  • University comprehensive TCM training in English
  • Clinical Practice to consolidate knowledge learned
  • Intensive TCM training: 6 hours/day & 30 hours/week with none prerequisite
  • Full immersion into the Chinese culture

Teaching Method
Lectures in classroom, coaching in groups, clinical practice, lectures on a special topic and visits to hospitals will be undertaken so as to consolidate the acquired knowledge and technique.

Curriculum
Curriculums are designed to enable participants to have a good understanding of basic theories of Traditional Chinese Medicine and treatment skills after the study Classes are divided into morning and afternoon two sections.

Mornings Afternoons Total Hours/week
8:30am – 11:40am (Mon – Fri)
Lectures
2:30pm – 5:30pm (Mon – Fri)
Clinic Practice
30 hours/week
After class, electives of Taiji, Qigong, Yangsheng Gong are available on campus and are free to enroll.

Main subjects:

  • Basic science of traditional Chinese medicine
  • Diagnostics of TCM
  • Science of meridians and acupoints,
  • Techniques, therapeutics of Acupuncture and Moxibustion
  • Channels, collaterals and acupuncture points
  • General introduction to treatment with acupuncture and moxibustion
  • Clinical treatment
  • Brief introduction to ear acupuncture
  • Qigong
  • Massage and taiji

Objectives
Through 3 month's study, the participants will be able to acquire a brief understanding of basic theories of traditional Chinese medicine and a preliminary mastery of fundamentals of acupuncture and moxibustion in relation to basic techniques of manipulation and locations of about 120 commonly - used points as well as therapeutic methods of treating about 25 kinds of common diseases by applying the theory of differentiating syndromes according to channels and collaterals.

Schedule
1. The 1st period
: 4 weeks (from the 1st to the 4th week)
The participants are required to understand the development of acupuncture and moxibustion in China, the basic theories of traditional Chinese medicine in relation to acupuncture and moxibustion-Yin-Yang, five elements, zang-fu (including Qi, blood, body fluid, channels and collaterals, to have an intimate knowledge and to master about 120 commonly - used points, and preliminarily know the application of the basic manipulation techniques of acupuncture and moxibustion.

2. The 2nd period: 4 weeks (from the 5th to the 8th week).
The participants are required to have an intimate knowledge of General introduction to treatment with acupuncture and Moxibustion - pathological factors, 4 diagnostic methods, differentiation syndromes (according to the eight principles, zang-fu, channels collaterals) with laying stress on differentiation of syndromes according to channels and collaterals, to apply the specific points and the basic principles of combining points and prescription, to master practical treatment - about 25 kinds of common diseases, and to perfect further the locations of the commonly - used points and the manipulation techniques of acupuncture and moxibustion.

3. The 3rd period: 5 weeks (from the 9th to the 13th week).
The participants are required, through clinical practice, to apply acupuncture and moxibustion independently in the treatment of common diseases. In this period, ear acupuncture and acupuncture anesthesia will be briefly introduced, and at the same period, general an examination will be arranged.

Evaluation and Certificates
With a view to ensuring the teaching quality, appropriate examinations will be held in the middle and at the end of the training course. Diplomas will be issued to the participants who pass the examination successful.

Airport Transfer
Allied Gateway arranges free airport arrival-pick-up service for program participants. Our staff will meet you at the arrival gate after you get your luggage and take you to your accommodation. You need to provide us with correct flight information – flight number / flight date 2 weeks before your program starts. To make sure smooth transition, you will be provided with Allied Gateway contact number before you come to China in case of last minute changes.

Accommodation
Allied Gateway selects accommodations carefully for security, convenience and comfort. Program Fee varies depending on the accommodation selected. Accommodation options include:

Campus Double/Single
All rooms are furnished with bed, desk, chair, lamp, telephone, air-conditioner and private bathroom. Hot water available in the morning and evening.

Guest house Single
Single occupancy standard room available. The rooms are well furnished with bed, TV, telephone, fridge, private bathroom, desk and air-conditioner. Guest house facilities include laundry, gym and daily house-keeping.

Home stay
Stay with a Chinese family. You will have your private room fully furnished with air-conditioner, bed, desk, chair and closet. Shared facilities include bathroom, kitchen, TV and others. Breakfast and dinner included.

What Is Included
Study with Allied Gateway, it is not university training only you are receiving. A lot more are covered by Allied Gateway Study in Guangzhou Programs:

  • Tuition
  • Textbooks
  • Certificate
  • Accommodation
  • Weekend sightseeing excursions, cultural workshops, social activities and electives
  • Airport arrival-pick-up
  • Orientation package
    • Map of Guangzhou and China
    • Small Chinese-English and English-Chinese dictionary
    • Optional mobile card & pre-paid card
    • Map of campus and the area
    • Map of Guangzhou metro
    • English/Chinese menu
    • 24-hour/7-day emergency card with staff info
    • Mailing address in both English & Chinese
    • Survival Chinese booklet
  • Orientation campus and the area tour
  • Bank account setting-up
  • Mobile purchasing
  • Visa obtaining support
  • Money exchange assistance
  • Assistance with travel plans and arrangements
  • 24-hours/7-days emergency support
  • On-site on going assistance from Allied Gateway

How to Apply
To apply, you need to meet requirements below
1. Above 18 years old
2. Be a high school graduate
3. Be in good health

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If you wish to study at other time than scheduled, please contact Allied Gateway.

 
 
 
 
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