Course Description
The course intends to strengthen participants' understanding of theories of traditional Chinese medicine and acupuncture treatment skills. Clinical practice and lectures of specific topic are emphasized. 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.

Features

Feasibility
The 3-month Acupuncture and Moxibustion Program of Advanced Level is offered to health care providers graduated from a medical university or college, or licensed in their countries or regions, or with certain practical experience and with minimum high school education.

Host University
Established in 1956, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine is one of the four earliest colleges of traditional Chinese medicine in China. The university has taken a leading position in the colleges of traditional Chinese medicine in China, with integration of education, medicine and scientific research, complete disciplines and majors and high-quality faculty.

The International Acupuncture Training Center was founded with the entrust of the World Health Organization back in the 70's. In the past over 30 years since its establishment, this college has trained nearly 6,000 TCM doctors, acupuncturists and physical therapists from almost 100 countries and regions in the world, The College has a very good reputation for its educational quality in clinical practice with 15 bases including the affiliated hospitals, research institutes, other municipal hospitals and hospitals with special departments.

Program Schedules and Dates - 2008 & 2009

Program Fees - 2008 & 2009

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.

Class Hours

Teaching Purpose and Requirements
Through three months study, the participants will be able to acquire a complete understanding of basic theories of traditional Chinese medicine, a systematic knowledge of channels and collaterals and a perfect mastery of about 250 points and the clinical techniques of acupuncture in relation to the differentiation, methods of treatment and prescriptions of 40 common diseases and some difficult diseases according to the theories of traditional Chinese medicine.

Schedule
The 1st period: 3 weeks (from the 1st to the 2nd week)
The participants are required to have a brief understanding of the development of acupuncture and a complete knowledge of the basic theories of traditional Chinese medicine. A systematic understanding of channels and a further mastery of about 250 points is required.

The 2nd period: 3 weeks (from the 3rd week to the 13th week).
The participants are required, through clinical practice, to have a perfect knowledge of the treating principles, treating methods and the basic principles for prescription and selection of the points, and a relatively perfect mastery of the commonly used points and acupuncture techniques, in relation to the clinical treatment of about 40 diseases. The participants are also required to deepen their understanding of some acupuncture theories through the lectures on special topics.

Evaluation and Certificate
A final examination will be held at the end of the program. Certificate will be issued to the participants who pass the examination successfully.

Accommodation
Allied Gateway selects accommodations carefully for security, convenience and comfort. Program Fee varies depending on the accommodation selected. Accommodation offered:
Hotel
Live in a 3-star hotel conveniently located close to the university. Single occupancy or double shared standard room. The hotel rooms are well furnished with bed, TV, telephone, fridge, private bathroom, desk, internet access and air-conditioner. Hotel facilities include laundry, gym and daily house-keeping.
Homestay
Live with a Chinese family. You'll have your private room furnished with bed, chair, desk, TV, closet, telephone and air-conditioner. Shared facilities include bathroom, kitchen, living room and dinning room. Breakfast and dinner are included.
One-bedroom Apartment
A nice apartment composed of a living area, a bedroom with a seperate kitchen and bathroom. TV, refrigerator, airconditioner, microwave oven, washing machine and modern furniture are equipped.

Airport Transfer
Allied Gateway provides airport 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 / airport name 2 weeks before your program starts. Airport drop-off service is offered to participants at the end of the program. 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.

What Is Included

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.