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Contemporary Acupuncture for Healthcare Professionals

Enhance your clinical skills with this TCM-based acupuncture certificate designed for regulated healthcare professionals. Complete your training in just 21 weeks with a flexible, part-time schedule. Ideal for treating musculoskeletal conditions and pain within your scope of practice.

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Type

Certificate

Duration

21 Weeks

Clinical Hours

60 Hours

Program Outline

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About The Program

“This program does note require approval under the Ontario Career Colleges Act, 2005.”

Designed specifically for regulated healthcare professionals, the Contemporary Acupuncture program offers a flexible and focused entry point into Traditional Chinese Medicine-based acupuncture. This part-time, 21-week certificate allows you to integrate safe and effective acupuncture techniques into your existing scope of practice, enhancing pain management, musculoskeletal rehabilitation, and patient outcomes.

With a blend of online and in-person learning, this program supports your professional growth without disrupting your current schedule. It also qualifies as advanced standing toward the Acupuncture Practitioner diploma program, should you choose to continue your studies. Campus support is available in Toronto, London, Mississauga, Brampton, Kitchener, Hamilton, Ottawa, and Windsor.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of this program are eligible to pursue dual registration in acupuncture and their existing healthcare profession. You’ll be prepared to write the Pan-Canadian examinations and apply for registration with the College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturists of

Ontario (CTCMPAO), opening up a broad range of career options, including:

Add a rewarding healthcare discipline to your existing practice
Acupuncture or TCM Specialized Clinics
Inter-Professional Clinics (Physiotherapy, Naturopathic,
Osteopathy, Massage Therapy)
Self-employed

This program equips you for independent acupuncture practice alongside your regulated profession.

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Program Details

Advance your clinical practice with a focused acupuncture certificate grounded in the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine.

Designed for regulated healthcare professionals, this program provides the foundational knowledge and hands-on skills needed to safely and effectively integrate acupuncture into your current scope of practice. You’ll study core subjects such as acupuncture point locations, TCM theory, Meridian pathways, needling techniques, and clinical safety, while gaining exposure to diagnostic frameworks used in TCM.

Hands-on learning is reinforced through observation clinics and client-facing experiences in a supervised setting, preparing you to treat musculoskeletal conditions and common patterns of disharmony. Flexible scheduling allows you to continue working while training, with a mix of instructor-led online classes and in-person weekend sessions.

Graduates of this certificate program are eligible for advanced standing in the Acupuncture Practitioner for Healthcare Professionals diploma program.

This Contemporary Acupuncture certificate is available at our London, Brampton, and Ottawa campuses.

With this certificate program, you will receive:

career services
job search assistance
alumni program benefits

Course Listings

Point Locations 1

This course deepens your understanding of acupuncture through the study of point locations, actions, and techniques across seven meridians. You will refine your skills in diagnosing and treating with a focus on practical application, preparing you to effectively incorporate these practices into your clinical repertoire in Traditional Chinese Medicine.

Point Locations 2

Advance your acupuncture expertise in this Level 2 course, focusing on the precise identification and application of points across additional key meridians. You will deepen your practical skills in point location and needling, enhancing your ability to tailor treatments to individual needs within Traditional Chinese Medicine practices.

Direct Patient Care Clinic (Contemporary)

In the Direct Patient Care Clinic, you will engage in hands-on diagnosis and treatment. Through practical experience, you will perfect your techniques in point location, develop professional patient communication, and document clinical encounters, culminating in detailed patient care reports.

Clinic Modalities

In this course, you will enhance your expertise in Traditional Chinese Medicine by mastering the techniques of gua sha, cupping, and moxibustion. Engaging in immersive practice labs, you will learn to apply these modalities effectively, ensuring a holistic approach to patient care, validated through both written and practical assessments.

TCM Terminology

TCM Terminology will equip you with a comprehensive understanding and precise pronunciation of essential Traditional Chinese Medicine terms. Through immersive phonetics study and targeted terminology exercises, you will approach fluency in TCM vocabulary, enhancing your ability to communicate effectively within the domain of TCM practices and clinical settings.

Contemporary Exam

The Contempary Acupuncture final exam covers all topics included in the program.

Diagnosis and Treatments 1

In this course, you will master the art of TCM diagnosis, learning to assess patients through traditional methods such as palpation, observation, and inquiry, including specialized techniques in tongue and pulse diagnosis. You will develop the skills to differentiate TCM patterns and apply this knowledge to formulate precise, individualized treatment strategie

Internal Medicine 1

In "Internal Medicine 1," you explore the depth of TCM internal medicine, focusing on the significant role emotions play in disease. Through this course, you gain expertise in diagnosing and treatingdisorders of the Lung, Spleen, and Stomach, preparing you to apply TCM principles effectively in clinical settings with a compassionate understanding of patient needs.

Meridian Theory 1

This foundational course delves a cornerstone of Traditional Chinese Medicine. You will learn to assess and influence the energetic balance, addressing health from a holistic TCM perspective. The course integrates philosophical principles, practical exercises, and historical insights, empowering you with the skills to begin practicing and refining diagnostic techniques in the context of Meridian Theory.

Needling Lab

In this hands-on Needling Lab course, you will refine your proficiency in acupuncture techniques, focusing on needle depth, angles, and sensitive points in line with CTCMPAO safety standards. Through extensive practice and guided instruction, you will master client draping, treatment setup, and needle handling, ensuring your readiness for direct patient care.

Observations Student Clinic

The Observation Clinics combine theoretical classroom learning and practical clinical application, enhancing students' comprehension and confidence in treatment skills. Learners assist senior students in preparing treatment spaces, patient care, and pre/post-treatment discussions covering diagnosis, point location, and functions. Learners also become familiar with clinic management and record-keeping skills.

Pain Management and Rehabilitation 1

In this course, you will study the TCM approach to diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal conditions. Through a combination of lectures and hands-on labs, you will learn effective acupuncture techniques for managing heel, foot, leg, and knee pain, preparing you for direct patient care and advanced TCM practice.

Pain Management and Rehabilitation 2

In Pain Management and Rehabilitation 2, you will advance your skills in treating musculoskeletal pain through TCM. Focusing on complex conditions from the hip to the neck, this course combines theoretical insights with practical labs, empowering you to effectively diagnose and apply targeted acupuncture treatments for comprehensive patient care.

TCM Clinical Safety

In this course, you will delve into essential safety protocols, infection control, and risk management practices tailored for acupuncturists. Through comprehensive lessons on safe needling techniques, best practices in record keeping, and adherence to regulatory standards, you will be fully prepared for direct patient care and the CTCMPAO Safety Examination.

TCM Theory Foundations 1

This course looks at the core principles of TCM, such as Yin-Yang, the Five Elements, and the intricate dynamics of Qi. It offers an exploration of how these ancient theories underpin the practice of TCM, guiding the maintenance and restoration of health. You will develop a nuanced understanding of the body's internal balance and its impact on well-being. With a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical insight, this course lays the groundwork for effective application in TCM practices, fostering a holistic approach to health and healing.

Techniques of Acupuncture 1

In this course, you will explore foundational acupuncture techniques, including needling, ear, and scalp acupuncture, alongside specialized protocols for detoxification and pain management. Through theoretical study and hands-on labs, you will learn to apply these methods safely and effectively, preparing you to integrate diverse acupuncture modalities into comprehensive treatment plans.

Techniques of Acupuncture 2

In Techniques of Acupuncture 2, you will advance your practice with specialized TCM modalities including cupping, gua sha, moxibustion, dry needling, electro-acupuncture, and the Balancing Method. Through a blend of theory and extensive hands-on labs, you will learn to apply these techniques effectively, enhancing your therapeutic skills and confidence.

Admission Requirements

Must be: Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) or Physiotherapist or Chiropractor or Medical Doctor qualified to practice in Ontario.

SKILL/PRACTICAL REQUIREMENTS

A copy of an existing vulnerable person background check is required and to be submitted prior to participating in any clinic activity. If one does not exist, it must be acquired.
Students must complete all academic pre-requisites and complete 12 hours of Clinical Observation prior to participating in any clinic activity.

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