Course curriculum

    1. Acupuncture Basics and TCM Principles

    1. Review key anatomical features and physiological functions of the female reproductive system.

    2. Assessment

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    1. The menstrual cycle and irregularities

    2. Assessment

    1. Introduction to endometriosis and the effect of acupuncture on endometriosis and quality of life

    2. The effect of stress on endometriosis

    3. Assessment

    1. The effects of prostaglandins on the menstrual cycle and endometriosis

    2. What is dopamine, and its effect during the menstrual cycle?

    3. The role of dopamine agonists in endometriosis treatment

    4. Assessment

    1. Acupuncture for Endometriosis: A Case Study

    2. The effect of acupuncture on dopamine levels

    3. The effect of acupuncture on serotonin levels

    4. Dietary changes to help with endometriosis

    5. Assessment

About this course

  • Monthly payment plan
  • 30 lessons
  • 1 hour of video content

Nottingham 2026

9th-10th May 2026: Book early as places are limited

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Malta 2026

18th-19th May 2026: Book early as places are limited. Please email your interest to Mattea: [email protected]

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Postgraduate Certificate in Acupuncture for Women’s Health Disorders

Course overview

The Postgraduate Certificate in Acupuncture for Women’s Health Disorders supports development in managing a range of reproductive and sexual health conditions, aiming to raise awareness and improve treatment outcomes in women’s health globally. The curriculum emphasises patient-centred care, evidence-based practice, critical thinking, and professional empathy. The course is self-paced and designed to be flexible, with no fixed lecture times as they are presented through video lectures online to allow student to watch at their convenience. There are two practical workshops to accompany and reinforce the theoretical presentation online. The certificate provides education to enhance clinical knowledge and leadership in women’s health, as validated by the CPD Standards Office. The programme covers principles including anatomy and physiology of the female reproductive system, health and safety of acupuncture, clinical reasoning, and evidence-based care, with a focus on acupuncture treatments for pelvic health issues such as endometriosis, pelvic girdle pain, menopausal symptoms, overactive bladder, and infertility.
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What will I learn in this course?

The course aims to provide knowledge and skills in delivering safe, effective, and targeted acupuncture treatments.

  • Menstrual Problems

    This course provides an evidence-based overview of acupuncture's role in managing menstrual disorders. Participants will examine how acupuncture can support menstrual cycle regulation and help alleviate symptoms, including dysmenorrhea, menorrhagia, and amenorrhea, as well as associated concerns such as abdominal pain, headache, acne, mood changes, anxiety, and depression. Special emphasis is placed on endometriosis, with attention to acupuncture’s potential effects on lesion size reduction and hormonal system regulation relevant to menstruation and disease progression. The curriculum reviews studies indicating that acupuncture may assist in addressing hormonal imbalance conditions, such as irregular periods or mood disturbances. Content includes discussion of acupuncture's impact on the endocrine system, focusing on the hypothalamus-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis and its pivotal role in hormone regulation. Participants will learn techniques to use acupuncture for modulation of hormone levels, including cortisol, oestrogen, progesterone, prolactin, testosterone, and thyroid hormones, and how targeting the hypothalamus-pituitary ovarian axis can contribute to improved menstrual cycles, ovulation, and symptom relief for conditions such as endometriosis.

  • Infertility

    The programme discusses current research suggesting that acupuncture may enhance blood flow to reproductive organs and support uterine wall development. Learners will study the selection of optimal acupuncture points for neurotransmitter mediation and stimulation of gonadotropin-releasing hormone secretion, impacting menstrual cycles, ovulation, and overall fertility. Instruction also covers approaches to using body and auricular acupuncture to lower stress hormone levels and promote patient relaxation, which is considered beneficial for fertility, particularly among women undergoing IVF treatment.

  • Menopause problems

    Participants are introduced to investigations into acupuncture as an alternative therapeutic option for menopause-related symptoms. The course explores its reported efficacy in alleviating hot flashes, night sweats, sleep disturbances, emotional fluctuations, anxiety, depression, and mood swings. Methods for addressing multiple menopausal symptoms via acupuncture to potentially improve quality of life are detailed.

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this course, participants will have an improved understanding of acupuncture for women’s health conditions and refined needling techniques and clinical reasoning. Participants will learn to:

  • Understand the anatomy and physiology of the female reproductive system.

  • Understand the physiological nature of endometriosis, dysmenorrhea, dyspareunia, hot flushes, hormone imbalances and infertility.

  • Understand the underlying mechanisms of acupuncture in the management of a range of women’s health issues.

  • Apply acupuncture techniques to address pregnancy-related pelvic girdle pain (PPGP), hot flushes, overactive bladder, dyspareunia, nausea, and vomiting.

  • Expanding expertise by exploring specialised topics in depth based on previous studies.

  • Recognise and manage contraindications, precautions, and potential adverse events, especially during pregnancy, to ensure safe practice.

Course requirement and assessments

  • Course Assessment

    Following each module, a multi-choice quiz is provided to assess the content of the course; a minimum score of 70% is required to progress. Participants who do not pass may re-evaluate the course materials and retake the assessment. A certificate of completion accredited by the CPD Standards Office is awarded once all course material is completed and marked.

  • Entry Requirements

    The Postgraduate Certificate in Acupuncture for Women’s Health is suitable for healthcare professionals seeking to expand their therapeutic options, including nurses, midwives, physiotherapists, acupuncturists, as well as massage and sports therapists, who have completed a foundation or diploma course in acupuncture. If you have not completed a foundation, diploma or postgraduate diploma course in medical acupuncture, please take a look at our list of courses.

Ready to make a difference?

We invite you to enhance your expertise in clinical acupuncture and contribute to improving the quality of life for women experiencing chronic conditions. This opportunity allows practitioners to refine their skills and offer effective relief to those in need.

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