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Program Overview
The course begins with an overview of fundamental aspects of Chinese Medicine, including Yin-yang and Five Element theory. These theories serve as a foundation for case diagnosis and treatment presented later in the class. A variety of acupuncture techniques are taught in addition to conventional "dry needling", including electro-acupuncture, aqua-acupuncture, and moxibustion. In acupoint labs, students learn acupuncture points on horses. Class is limited to 12 students for an intensive and intimate learning experience.
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The course consists of an online session and an on-site session. The online session contains 5 modules with lectures and case demos that students can stream at their convenience. The on-site session contains 3 modules hosted at UC-Davis College of Veterinary Medicine. These in-person modules provide students with the opportunity to learn acupuncture points on live animals in small lab groups with a maximum of six students per instructor. Tutoring sessions totaling 12 hours thoroughly prepare students for exams.
Major Topics
With a curriculum designed for students new to acupuncture, the Equine Acupuncture Program provides a comprehensive mix of both theory and practice. You will learn:
- Frameworks used in acupuncture: Five Elements, Yin-Yang, Eight Principles, Zang-Fu Physiology and Pathology, Meridians and Channels
- The scientific basis of acupuncture
- Learn how to locate 256 acupuncture points (acupoints) in horses
- Acupuncture techniques: electro-acupuncture, aqua-acupuncture, moxibustion, and dry needling
- TCVM diagnostic systems: patient personality, tongue and pulse diagnosis, and client inquiry
- How to integrate acupuncture into your practice
Additional Benefits
Once enrolled for the Acupuncture Certification Track, you will receive:
- Complimentary equine acupont chart
- Complimentary 32-hour Evidence-Based Veterinary Acupuncture Course
- 1-year complimentary membership with the World Association of TCVM (WATCVM)
- Free lifetime case consultation by Chi faculty
Program Features
- Enjoy the convenience of online learning
- Learn from Dr. Xie, the master of veterinary acupuncture
- 32 hours of intensive hands on learning with live animals in small lab groups capped at 6 students for every instructor
- Start practicing acupuncture on patients after the first on-site session
- Earn up to 25% of future master's degree credit per experiential learning
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