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 Contemporary Acupuncture
for the Healthcare Professional
The 384 hour (16 units) Contemporary Acupuncture certificate program is finely tuned to focus on developing a solid educational platform in acupuncture, for practice within the scope of another health discipline and, with the understanding the applicant has achieved a high level of prior knowledge in the human sciences of: anatomy, pathology and physiology and other subjects areas such as: ethics, regulations, professional development, business skills, communications and first aid.
This program does not require approval under the Private Career Colleges Act, 2005
This program is approved by the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario. Upon successful completion, RMT's may use acupuncture within their scope of practice, as defined by the CMTO. This program is open to other regulated health professionals such as physiotherapists. Course Objective
A health professional finishing this course will be able to design effective and safe acupuncture treatments for musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction as well as common symptoms of disharmony within the client.
Course Description
The program is a competency based study presented in 16 units and is equivalent to approximately 384 contact hours. It’s content meets the requirements of the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario.
This course provides health professionals with a thorough knowledge of the channel system and acupuncture points as well as their application within the scope of the practice of massage therapy. Upon completion the 17 key components and 5 learning areas, the health professional graduate will meet knowledge and skill requirements to incorporate acupuncture within their treatment plans.
The Contemporary Acupuncture certificate program is highly skill based and involves both clinical observation and clinical practice with clients. This area of study involves over 100 hours of student participation to help build the skill and confidence to administer acupuncture techniques within the massage therapist’s scope of practice.
A set schedule will guide the student through the established competencies.
At the conclusion of the academic & theory segment, the student will undertake a set of written final examinations. At the conclusion of the public clinic participation, they will undertake an oral practical examination.
Area of Knowledge
- Meridian Theory
- Point Combinations/Pain Management &
- Point Location 1, 2
- TCM Assessment & Diagnosis 1
- TCM Clean Needle, Risk Management
- TCM Internal/Modern Physical Diseases
- TCM Orthopedics
- TCM Sr. Needling Lab
- TCM Theory Foundations 1
- Techniques of Acupuncture
- TCM Treatments & Clinicals
- Acupuncture Clinical (4units)
- Clinical Client Observation
- Program Review
- Comprehensive Examinations & Oral Practical
- Total Hours 384
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