International Elective - 2012 Rotation

 

Objectives:

  • 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, 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 2012 Elective:

    Dates: March 26, 2012 to April 20, 2012

    Application Deadline: January 12, 2012
    Final Payment: February 3, 2012

  • July 2012 Elective:
    Dates: June 25, 2012 to July 20, 2012

    Application Deadline: March 12, 2012
    Final Payment: April 9, 2012

Tuition and Fees:

    Total Cost: $2,450.00 (based on current exchange rate)
      Cost Includes:
    • Tuition for the 4-week Acupuncture Clinical Course.
    • One week culture discovery of Beijing, Shanghai 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.

    • 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)

Elective Information:

Participating Students

Remarks from Past Participants