The program provides doctors, doctoral/professional students and other licensed health care professionals the opportunity to learn the age-old technique of acupuncture in levels of progression. Each level incorporates classroom and laboratory practicum to advance the attendee’s acupuncture knowledge along with their clinical application skills. The first 100 hours offers an overview and basic training in acupuncture theory and techniques. Each program level must be completed in its entirety, along with successful completion of all examinations. At the completion of the program, the attendee will be able to: Demonstrate an understating of acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine TCM theory. Demonstrate proficiency in identifying and needling common acupuncture points. Demonstrate proficiency in applying acupuncture and TCM theory to clinical complaints and conditions. Confidently incorporate acupuncture in the treatment of common and moderately complex clinical conditions. Acupuncture 100-6: Auriculotherapy & Instrumentation 2.0 Hours History of auriculotherapy and diagnosis, with an introduction of the three phases and how they relate to the three basic tissue layers. 2.0 Hours Auricular point location will be introduced in conjunction with needling techniques, application of pressure beads / tacks and electrical instrumentation. 2.5 Hours Treatment protocols and point formulas for addictions and other chronic health problems. 6.0 Hours Extensive supervised laboratory practicum will be used to instruct attendees in identifying proper auricular point location, along with needle and bead / tack application. Treatment options / techniques will incorporate instrumental graph findings.
