Curriculum Synopsis: Acupuncturist Program – Year 1
| The focus of year one will be on the orientation into the paradigm of Chinese medicine. Following the introduction of fundamental theories and concepts the student will gradually be introduced to diagnosis, disease and treatment principles. The practical training will be focused on Taiji Quan. The study of the Chinese language is used to develop a deeper understanding of the fundamental concepts and to prepare the student for independent research of TCM manuscripts still in their language of origin, as well as preparation for possible further studies in China for those students who choose to do so. … Year 1 of the program is a particularly significant phase of the program in that students from diverse backgrounds and with diverse levels of knowledge will establish in themselves not only the actual detailed knowledge of TCM, but also a solid conceptualization of the medicine as a whole. In general, this involves a transition from the romantic view of TCM to the realism of the medicine as a science in its own right. With the study of western science initiated in tandem with that of TCM, students will begin to foster the integrated medicine approach advocated within the TCM profession today. … |
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| Term 1 | |
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| 101. Fundamentals of Traditional Chinese Medicine (lecture) | 7 credits |
| 102. Meridians: Theory and Location (lecture) | 4 credits |
| 103. Yang Sheng Fa (nourishing life principles) (lecture) | 3 credits |
| 104. Introduction to Chinese Medicinal Substances (lecture) | 1 credit |
| 106. Taiji Quan (practical) | 2 credits |
| 109. Chinese Language I (lecture) | 3 credits |
| 157. Touch Ethics/Body Landmarks (lecture and practical) | 1 credit |
| 197. Western Anatomy/Physiology (lecture & lab) | 4.5 credits |
| Term One Total Credits | 25.5 credits |
| … Term 2 |
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| 151. TCM Diagnostics (lecture) | 7 credits |
| 159. Chinese Language II (lecture) | 3 credits |
| 161. Acupoints (lecture) | 7 credits |
| 164. Point Location Lab (practical) | 2 credits |
| 167. Counseling Skills I | 2 credits |
| 197. Western Anatomy/Physiology (lecture & lab) | 4.5 credits |
| Term Two Total Credits | 25.5 credits |
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| Year 1 Total Credits | 51 credits |
| Year 1 Credit Hours | 765 hours |
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ACUPUNCTURIST PROGRAM
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