Prerequisites: Acupuncture Point Location 1 & 2, Acupuncture Treatment Strategy, Anatomy and Physiology 1 & 2, Diagnostic Analysis in Chinese Medicine, Needling Techniques 1 & 2, TCM Pathology and Diagnosis 1 & 2

Co-requisite: Anatomy and Physiology 1

The first of a two-course laboratory sequence in point location. Students learn acupuncture points one channel at a time, focusing on location techniques designed to ensure maximum accuracy in various body regions and various body types. The Point Location sequence is taught in an interactive manner with visually-assisted demonstrations led by the instructor, coordinated group exercises, and supervised hands-on location with student pairs.

Prerequisite: Acupuncture Point Location 1, Anatomy and Physiology 1
Co-requisite: Anatomy and Physiology 2

The second course of a two-course laboratory sequence in point location. Students complete the meridian-by-meridian location of points begun in Acupuncture Point Location 1, and go on to locate Extra Points. To consolidate their knowledge, students re-examine locations of groups of major points based on specific anatomical regions, classical category, and general function.

Prerequisites: Accessory Techniques, Acupuncture Clinical Medicine 1-3, Acupuncture Point Location 1 & 2, Acupuncture Treatment Strategy, Advanced Needling, Anatomy and Physiology 1 & 2, Clinic Internship (300 hours), Clinical Observation (100 hours), Diagnostic Analysis in Chinese Medicine, Ethics in Health Care, Interactive Skills, Needling Anatomy 1 & 2, Needling Techniques 1 & 2, Musculoskeletal Treatment, Pathophysiology 1 & 2, Pre-Clinic Workshop, Tui Na, TCM Pathology and Diagnosis 1 & 2, Western Clinical Medicine 1-3, Western Medical Screening 1 & 2

This class emphasizes clinical problem-solving skills. Lectures and other learning experiences allow students to improve areas of weakness, consolidate clinical skills, integrate knowledge from the various disciplines of the program, and achieve their fullest potential before graduation.

Prerequisites: Acupuncture Point Location 1 & 2, TCM Pathology and Diagnosis 1 & 2

Students explore the classical theories of meridian and point function and apply these concepts within the framework of modern Chinese clinical experience, assembling point prescriptions for specific symptoms and TCM patterns.

Prerequisites: Accessory Techniques, Acupuncture Point Location 1 & 2, Acupuncture Treatment Strategy, Anatomy and Physiology 1 & 2, Diagnostic Analysis in Chinese Medicine, Needling Anatomy 1 & 2, TCM Pathology and Diagnosis 1 & 2, Medical Asepsis and Risk Management for Acupuncturists, Needling Techniques 1 & 2.

This class is the first course in a two-course sequence concerning the anatomy and physiology of the human body, from a systems-based biomedical perspective. Students will learn the structure and function of the skeletal, muscular, nervous and integumentary systems. The laboratory experience will enhance student understanding of surface anatomy, in order to facilitate the study of point location. The laboratory experience may include observation of human cadavers.

Prerequisite: Anatomy and Physiology 1

Students are required to obtain provider-level CPR certification unless they have specific physical impediments. Certification may be accomplished by successful completion of this course. If C.P.R. certification is obtained elsewhere, the student must supply evidence of certification, and transfer credit will be granted. The course is usually held on a Saturday.

Prerequisites: Accessory Techniques, Acupuncture Point Location 1 & 2, Anatomy and Physiology 1 & 2, Ethics in Health Care, Diagnostic Analysis in Chinese Medicine, Interactive Skills, Needling Anatomy 1 & 2, Needling Techniques 1 & 2, Western Medical Screening 1, Pathophysiology 1 & 2, Pre-Clinic Workshop, TCM Pathology and Diagnosis 1 & 2, passing scores on all pre-clinical entrance examinations
Co-requisite: Western Medical Screening 2 and a minimum of 60 hours of clinic observation

Under direct supervision of a licensed clinical faculty supervisor, interns perform patient interviews, assessment, treatment-planning, treatment, and outcome evaluation in the teaching clinic.

Prerequisite: Same as ACL5040 Clinical Internship

This course is taken in the final term of the Acupuncture Only course of study in order to complete the clinic hours required to graduate.

Prerequisite: Same as ACL5040 Clinic Internship

This course is taken in the final two terms of the Oriental Medicine course of study in order to complete the clinic hours required to graduate.

Prerequisite: Anatomy and Physiology 1, TCM Pathology and Diagnosis 1

In the beginning of their clinical education, students are required to observe supervisors, senior interns, and graduates caring for patients in the school’s teaching clinics. Once they have become familiar with the operations of the clinics, observers are asked to provide assistance with general clinical tasks. Observation in later trimesters may be completed at pre-approved outside clinical locations.

Co-requisite: Clinical Internship

Students participate in weekly group case-study sessions. Students research and present cases for discussion, with particular emphasis on complex or difficult cases.

Students learn to manage and utilize information generated from healthcare research, including peer-reviewed journal articles, professional and consumer-oriented media, and Internet content, through structured appraisal techniques. Students learn to identify problems in methodology that impact the credibility and utility of information, and learn to assess the reliability of information sources.

Prerequisite: TCM Pathology and Diagnosis 1 & 2

This course continues the study of the Four Examinations, undertaking an in-depth analysis of signs and symptoms with an emphasis on the development of diagnostic skills.

Students learn basic principles of ethics and jurisprudence as a foundation for problem-solving in healthcare practice.

Prerequisites: Herbal Formulas and Strategies 1 & 2, Introduction to Chinese Herbal Medicine, Materia Medica 1 & 2

Students explore the classic works of Chinese herbal medicine, such as the Shang Han Lun and the Jin Gui Yao Lue.

Prerequisite: Introduction to Chinese Herbal Medicine, Materia Medica 1 & 2, Herbal Formulas and Strategies 1 & 2

This class is the first course in a two-course sequence providing a foundation for the clinical practice of Chinese herbal medicine. Students learn the Chinese method of analyzing disease and determining treatment by the differential diagnosis of main presenting symptoms in internal medicine. Case studies are presented to reinforce lecture material.

Prerequisite: Introduction to Chinese Herbal Medicine, Materia Medica 1 & 2, Herbal Formulas and Strategies 1 & 2, Herbal Clinical Medicine 1

This class is the second course in a two-course sequence providing a foundation for the clinical practice of Chinese herbal medicine in on-internal medicine.

Prerequisite: Introduction to Chinese Herbal Medicine, Materia Medica 1 & 2

Prerequisite: Introduction to Chinese Herbal Medicine, Materia Medica 1, Herbal Formulas and Strategies 1

This class is the second course in a two-course sequence concerning the principles of classical herbal formulation and therapeutic functions.

Prerequisite: Introduction to Chinese Herbal Medicine, Materia Medica 1 & 2, Herbal Formulas and Strategies 1 & 2, Herbal Clinical Medicine 1 & 2

Students build on the skills they have developed throughout their herbal program and learn the details of operating a working herbal pharmacy.

Prerequisite: Introduction to Chinese Herbal Medicine, Materia Medica 1 & 2, Herbal Formulas and Strategies 1 & 2, Herbal Clinical Medicine 1 & 2

This class is designed to consolidate the knowledge acquired in earlier herbal classes and to extend the student’s mastery of Chinese herbal medicine to include the finer points of diagnosis, formulation, and modification. Students will learn to construct treatment plans for complicated, difficult, or unusual cases, while focusing on their individual learning needs.

Prerequisite: Ethics in Health Care

This experiential course emphasizes development of positive patient-practitioner interaction, listening, and communication skills.

Students become familiar with the unique clinical and theoretical features that characterize the field of Chinese herbology. Subjects include botanical and pharmacological taxonomy and nomenclature, with a brief introduction to traditional Chinese analysis of herb function.

Students learn to use the dictionary, to count, to speak simple phrases, to recognize characters for numbers, and to recognize basic Chinese medical vocabulary. The tones and pronunciation of spoken Chinese and the formation of written characters are introduced.

Prerequisite: Introduction to Chinese Herbal Medicine

This class is the first course in a two-course sequence examining the major single herbs of the Chinese herbal pharmacopoeia. Students learn the flavor, Qi, actions, clinical indications, dosage, and contraindications of the major herbs used in modern clinical practice.

Prerequisite: Introduction to Chinese Herbal Medicine, Materia Medica 1

This class is the second course of a two-course sequence examining single herbs.

This class is designed to establish a training and performance standard for the safe application of acupuncture. Students learn the basic standards of care for acupuncture in the United States , including the principles and practice of Clean Needle Technique and the modern process of risk management. Emphasis is placed on achieving consistency with the aseptic standards recognized by modern biomedicine.

Students will learn general medical terminology (including basic Latin and Greek roots, prefixes and suffixes) to identify, define adn communicate terms related to the diagnosis, pathology and treatment of the major human body systems. Competencies are developed through online lesson modules, tests, discussion board questions and written assignments.

Prerequisites: Acupuncture Point Location 1 & 2, Accessory Techniques, Acupuncture Treatment Strategy, Anatomy and Physiology 1 & 2, Diagnostic Analysis in Chinese Medicine, Medical Asepsis and Risk Management for Acupuncturists, Needling Anatomy 1 & 2, Needling Techniques 1 & 2, TCM Pathology and Diagnosis 1 & 2, Tui Na

Students learn and apply treatment strategies synthesizing Acupuncture and Tui Na for common musculoskeletal disorders. Emphasis is placed on developing Chinese treatment principles for specific orthopedic problems.

Prerequisite: Anatomy and Physiology
1 & 2

This class is the first course in a two-course sequence studying the cross-sectional anatomy of the body as it relates to the position of specific acupuncture points. Special attention is paid to those points located over organs, arteries, or other sensitive tissues that may be at specific risk during the needling process. Observation of human cadavers is required during the laboratory experience.

Prerequisite: Anatomy and Physiology
1 & 2, Needling Anatomy 1

This class is the second in a two-course sequence studying the cross-sectional anatomy of the body as it relates to specific acupuncture points. Special attention is paid to those points whose underlying anatomy may be at specific risk during the needling process. Observation of human cadavers is required during the laboratory experience.

Prerequisite: Acupuncture Point Location 1& 2, Anatomy and Physiology 1 & 2, TCM Pathology and Diagnosis 1 & 2, Medical Asepsis and Risk Management for Acupuncturists
Co-requisite: Needling Anatomy 1

This class is the first course of a two-course laboratory sequence training students in the needling of major points of the body. Students practice needle insertion on the most common treatment points. Emphasis is placed on refinement of point location skills and development of special insertion and manipulation techniques.

Prerequisite: Acupuncture Point Location 1& 2, Anatomy and Physiology 1 & 2, Medical Asepsis and Risk Management for Acupuncturists, Needling Anatomy 1, Needling Techniques 1, TCM Pathology and Diagnosis 1 & 2
Co-requisite: Needling Anatomy 2

This class is the second course of a two-course laboratory sequence training students in the needling of major points of the body. Emphasis is placed on developing skills in increasingly sophisticated needling techniques.

Prerequisites: Acupuncture Point Location 1 & 2, Acupuncture Treatment Strategy, Diagnostic Analysis in Chinese Medicine, TCM Pathology and Diagnosis 1 & 2

Students become familiar with this famous medical classic and have the opportunity to review Chinese medical theory and its origins in the context of the greater underlying philosophy and world view of ancient China .

This course provides students with a foundational understanding of Western nutritional and dietary principles. Students are introduced to macro- and micro-nutrients, supplements, popular diets and their clinical applications. They also examine the principles for the promotion of health, wellness, and longevity through diet.

Prerequisite: Anatomy and Physiology
1 & 2

This class is the first course in a two-course sequence concerning disease processes of the body. Students will compare and contrast normative and pathological states, including indications and symptomology. Topics covered in this course include health vs. disease states, inflammation, neoplasia, platelet disorders, red blood cell disorders, and white blood cell disorders.

Prerequisite: Anatomy and Physiology
1 & 2, Pathophysiology 1

This class is the second course in a two-course sequence concerning disease processes of the body. Topics covered in this course include the biology of infectious agents, infectious disease, HIV/AIDS, and dermatology.

Students learn the rationale for pharmacological intervention for selected drugs, the use of drug information sources, proper interaction with the patient and their provider, recognition of adverse drug reactions and drug abuse, and the basic principles of pharmacology and toxicology in humans. Guest lecturers will explore the clinical issues that arise when herbal medicine is co-administered with Western medications and herbal supplements, with a special focus on the risk of harmful interactions. In addition, the course will explore the phytochemistry of select substances and how this may impact dose delivery and product quality.

The first of a two-course sequence, this class provides students with the necessary knowledge and skills to open and manage a practice. Practice Management 1 focuses on the process of managing the complete customer (patient) cycle beginning with building a clear presence in the marketplace, based on the practitioner's interest and skills, on through the cycle of service to patients. Includes front-office functions.

Prerequisites: Practice Management 1

The second of a two-course sequence, this class provides students with the necessary knowledge and skills to open and manage a practice. This course may include a variety of lecturers, each of whom has experience in particular aspects of practice management. Practice Management 2 focuses on planning and completing the tasks and information needed to go through the start-up process. Students will complete a business plan for their proposed practice.

Prerequisites: Accessory Techniques, Acupuncture Point Location 1 & 2, Acupuncture Treatment Strategy, Anatomy and Physiology 1 & 2, Diagnostic Analysis in Chinese Medicine, Needling Anatomy 1, Pathophysiology 1, TCM Pathology and Diagnosis 1 & 2
Co-requisites: Needling Anatomy 2, Pathophysiology 2, Western Medical Screening 1

This course ensures that students have the diagnostic acumen and communication skills necessary to begin supervised Clinic Internship. A strong emphasis is placed on patient interviewing. Teaching techniques may include role-playing, modeling, and simulation exercises. In addition, students are trained in clinical procedures and protocols followed in the University clinical system. These protocols include charting and record keeping, confidentiality requirements, and crisis management. Comprehensive written and practical examinations are included and passage of both examinations is required prior to beginning supervised Clinical Internship.

This course presents the classical practice of Qi Gong in the context of health care. Students learn basic movements and exercises directed toward awareness and development of Qi. The goal is to help the students achieve a state of equanimity and balance in their personal lives as well as their work with patients.

Prerequisite: TCM Pathology and Diagnosis 1 & 2

The properties of specific foods are studied according to Oriental therapeutic principles. Different approaches to food therapy are examined. Methods of preparing foods and their influence on therapeutic actions of foods are explored. Dietary recommendations are given for various patterns of disharmony. Students learn how to prepare a selection of therapeutic recipes.

This course introduces students to the basic ideas that form the framework of Oriental medical thought, including the theories of Yin-Yang, the Five Phases, the vital bodily substances, and the functions of the Zang-Fu organs. The students then apply this knowledge to the study of pathology, including the Three Causes, the Eight Parameters, the Six Qi, and disorders of Qi, blood, and body fluids. In addition, students begin the study of organ patterns, covering Lung and Spleen patterns.

Prerequisite: TCM Pathology and Diagnosis 1

This course is a continuation of TCM Pathology and Diagnosis 1. Students will complete the study of organ patterns begun in TCM Pathology and Diagnosis 1 and move on to study Febrile Disease, including Cold and Warm Disease theories. Finally, students will begin the study of the Four Examinations, covering Observation, Listening, Smelling and Palpating.

Prerequisites: Acupuncture Point Location 1 & 2, Acupuncture Treatment Strategy, Anatomy and Physiology
1 & 2, TCM Pathology and Diagnosis 1 & 2

Students learn the principles and techniques of Chinese manual therapy via lecture, demonstration and hands-on practice. Focus is placed on developing skill in the most basic manipulation techniques used in Tui Na.

Prerequisite: Anatomy and Physiology
1 & 2, Pathophysiology 1 & 2, Western Medical Screening 1 & 2

This class is the first course in a four-course sequence in the study of major health conditions and their pathogenic mechanisms as defined by Western biomedicine. Particular attention is paid to conditions with a high risk of significant adverse outcomes for which effective Western treatments are available, and to serious conditions requiring physician referral. Topics covered in this course include orthopedics, cardiology and pulmonology.

Prerequisite: Anatomy and Physiology