To understand the basic theories in Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine.
To acquire the techniques of acupuncture, moxibustion, and cupping.
To appreciate the therapeutic effects of acupuncture in treating many common diseases.
To stimulate interests in promoting acupuncture in clinical practice, education, and research.
To experience Chinese culture and witness its impact on health, illness and healthcare utilization
Curriculum:
Week 1: Cultural Emersion: You will travel with fellow classmates to see some of the most spectacular historical sites of China in Shanghai, Xian, and Beijing. The appreciation of the Chinese history and culture is necessary for understanding the root of acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). The traveling experience will also cultivate a sense of community among fellow course participants..
Week 2: Foundation of Acupuncture and TCM: Formal lectures in the mornings and afternoons to establish a basic understanding the theory and concepts of TCM and acupuncture.
Weeks 3-4: Practical Integration of Acupuncture and TCM: Morning clinical sessions combined with afternoon didactics to learn the basic techniques of needling, cupping, and moxibustion and see how theories being applied in clinical practice.
Three-Week Lecture Outline:
Week One:
Theory of Yin & Yang
Five Elements
Acupuncture Technique
Introduction to Meridians
Theory of Zang-Fu Organs
Week Two:
Tui-na and Qi Gong Practice
Channels and Collaterals
Acupoints
Etiology of Disease
Tongue and Pulse Diagnosis
Week Three:
Differentiation
Principles of Acupuncture Treatment
Acupuncture Treatment of Common Diseases
Common Diseases
Textbook:
Essentials of Chinese Acupuncture, 1993, People’s Medical Publishing House
Charts of Chinese Standard Location of Acupoints
Deadlines:
April 2011 Elective:
Dates: March 28, 2011 to April 22, 2011
Application Deadline: January 8, 2011
Final Payment: January 22, 2011
July 2011 Elective: Dates: June 27, 2011 to July 22, 2011
Application Deadline: March 5, 2011
Final Payment: March 26, 2011
Tuition and Fees:
Total Cost: $2,350.00 (based on current exchange rate)
Cost Includes:
Tuition for the 4-week Acupuncture Clinical Course.
One week culture discovery of Beijing, Shanghai and Xi’an with lodging, all transfers between cities, English tour guide, breakfasts and lunches.
Three weeks of acupuncture didactic and clinical practice in Beijing
English translation service.
Ground Transportation from Shanghai International Airport to hotel in Shanghai
Accommodation in Beijing during your study (2-3 person/room)
Transportation between rotation hospitals and CBIATC daily.
Ground transportation from Hotel to Beijing International Airport
Welcome banquet.
Visa processing fee.
Beijing Local Map.
One International calling card for calling back home upon arrival.
Cost Does Not Include:
Round-trip airfare
Meals: daily meal cost during your study in Beijing ($3 - $10/person/day)
Travel insurance: strongly recommended.
Any electives you choose to take at CBIATC (About 900RMB/elective based on current exchange rate. Price subject to change without notice)