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Diploma in Medical Acupuncture Course Overview
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Cell biology
The endocrine system
The cardiovascular system
The immune system
The integumentary system
Lymphatic system
The muscular system
The nervous system
The respiratory system
The skeletal system
Principles of therapeutic massage
Therapeutic massage introduction
Therapeutic massage techniques
Introduction to effleurage and petrissage
Introduction to tapotement
Introduction transverse friction
Deep tissue massage of the foot
Deep tissue massage of the ankle
Deep tissue massage of the peroneus longus muscle
Deep tissue massage of the calf
Short massage of the calf and hamstrings
What is deep tissue massage?
Introduction to deep tissue massage
Therapeutic massage assessment
FREE PREVIEWHistory of acupuncture and the five element theory
Introduction to Western medical acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine
History of acupuncture assessment
Health and safety issues in acupuncture
Needling technique and health and safety
Introduction to needling technique
Health and safety assessment
Local, segmental, and central response to acupuncture
Current understanding and mechanisms of acupuncture
Current understanding of the mechanism of acupuncture assessment
The Diploma in Acupuncture is designed to equip individuals with no previous experience in acupuncture with the required skills and knowledge for a career as an acupuncturist. It is also ideal for healthcare professionals who have undertaken an introductory or foundation course in acupuncture and want to expand their scope of practice.
The course begins by providing a comprehensive understanding of anatomy and physiology, which is the basis for all diploma awards in acupuncture, cupping Therapy, and therapeutic massage.
Acupuncture is still evolving with modern medicine. As theories and evidence-based mechanisms of action are being tested, acupuncture treatment is now widely available within many branches of Western medicine. Most national health trusts have professionals utilising some form of acupuncture, most commonly Physiotherapists, Nurses, Midwives, Podiatrists and General Practitioners. Outside the national health service, the diversity of practitioners includes Osteopaths, Chiropractors, Sports and Massage Therapists, and Veterinarians.
Musculoskeletal disorders are by far the most common conditions treated by both traditional Chinese and Western medical acupuncturists. Several studies have shown that patients sought acupuncture most for low back, neck, shoulder and knee pain, as well as headaches and migraines.
This course integrates evidence-based Western Medical practices with traditional Chinese medical (TCM) concepts, thereby offering substantiated techniques from both methodologies. It examines the evidence supporting the existence of an energy system within the body (qi and meridian network), as well as the significance of this energy source in the healing process from both Western scientific and TCM perspectives. The course places a strong emphasis on the importance of acupuncture point specificity in relation to desired treatment outcomes, such as pain and swelling reduction, enhancement of circulation, modulation of heart rate, and promotion of tissue healing alongside autonomic responses. It covers a range of commonly used classical and auricular acupuncture points. In addition to traditional points, you will develop a sound understanding of myofascial trigger points, primarily focusing on treatments for musculoskeletal disorders as well as other conditions. Furthermore, the course prioritises health and safety considerations.
The theoretical component of the course is delivered online, providing you with the flexibility to study at your convenience. Additionally, we host seven practical weekend sessions at our Nottingham clinic. These practical workshops offer an opportunity to develop hands-on skills and experience, as well as to connect with colleagues who share similar interests. The workshops are designed to build confidence in the use of acupuncture, enabling participants to begin independent practice as medical acupuncturists. Upon completion, you will possess the necessary skill set to adopt a holistic medical approach to care for your patient's health and well-being.
Unlike other acupuncture courses, our Diploma in Acupuncture operates on a rolling teaching programme. This structure allows you to commence the online portion of the course at any time without the restriction of fixed start dates, ensuring that you can begin when you are ready.
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This course is well-suited for individuals seeking a career change or aspiring to become a professional acupuncturist. There are no formal entry requirements. However, the following would be desired: • GCSEs at grades 3 or higher, which should ideally include both maths and English • Good customer service and communication skills • You must be aged 18 or over • Excellent personal hygiene, appearance and professional demeanour The Diploma in Acupuncture course is ideal for healthcare professionals or equivalent in a health-related discipline looking to add acupuncture to their practice or want to change career path and train as a medical acupuncturist. This will include doctors, nurses, physiotherapists, osteopaths, chiropractors, midwives, complementary medicine therapists, sports therapists, level three massage therapists, dentists and many more. This course is also ideal for traditional Chinese acupuncturists who want to develop a scientific understanding of the underlying physiology of specific acupuncture points. Furthermore, it will develop your assessment and diagnosis of a range of musculoskeletal disorders. You will be expected to complete a course application form and include details of your relevant qualifications and experience.
The Diploma in Acupuncture is structured to accommodate your demanding schedule. You may advance through the Diploma in Medical Acupuncture at a pace that suits you. Although there is no strict deadline for completing the Diploma in Acupuncture, we recommend that students aim to finish all coursework within eighteen months from the date of registration. The course requires a minimum of 500 hours, excluding clinical observation.
Throughout each module, a range of assessment procedures have been produced to assess the learning outcomes set out in the curriculum. The assessments consist of a combination of continuous and summative assessments. The course is assessed via: 1. Ongoing practical assessments and oral questioning 2. Health and safety test (summative) 3. Practical needling assessments (summative) 4. Home study coursework (formative) 5. Acupuncture main case study (1500 words) (summative) 6. Reflective case studies (summative) 7. Clinical logbook (summative) 8. Practical needling and point location assessment and viva (summative)
All assessments need to be completed successfully by each student to pass the Diploma in Medical Acupuncture course. If a student fails an assessment, he/she will have the opportunity to retake the assessment. Following each assessment/examination, students will receive constructive feedback, and where needed, additional support and supervision will be provided by their course tutor.
Once you have passed all assessments and exams graduates of the Diploma in Acupuncture are recognised by the designatory letters Dip.Acup. This indicates that you have completed the course to the required standard and obtained a certificate of competence to practice acupuncture. You can then apply to your local authority for a license to practice acupuncture.
