Program Overview
The course begins with an introduction to key principles of Chinese Medicine, including Yin-Yang and Five Element theory, which form the foundation for clinical diagnosis and treatment planning later in the program. Students are trained in a range of acupuncture techniques beyond traditional dry needling, such as electro-acupuncture, aqua-acupuncture, and moxibustion. In hands-on acupoint labs, students practice locating acupuncture points on dogs. Enrollment is limited to 24 participants to ensure a focused, immersive learning environment. The acupuncture certification is awarded by Chi University and hosted by the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine Center for Continuing Professional Education.
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The course includes both an online and an on-site component. The online portion comprises five modules, offering a total of 94 hours of lectures and case demonstrations that students can stream at their convenience. The on-site portion consists of three modules, totaling 45.5 continuing education (CE) hours, and is held at the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine. These in-person sessions give students hands-on experience with acupuncture point location on live animals, working in small lab groups with no more than six students per instructor. Additionally, 12 hours of tutoring sessions are provided to thoroughly prepare students for examinations.
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