CEU Courses
CEU Course
CEU Course- Doctoral level class| Date | Type | Course | Hours | Campus |
| Jan 09, 2009 Friday | | Diabetes from TCM and Western Medicine Perspectives | 16 pending | San Jose |
| Jan 10, 2009 Saturday | | Thai Massage: Jup Sen Method | 32 | San Jose |
| Jan 11, 2009 Sunday | | Level 1 Acupressure Certification | 40 | San Jose |
| Jan 11, 2009 Sunday | | Introduction to Acupressure | 7.5 | San Jose |
| Jan 14, 2009 Wednesday | | Thai Massage Jop Sen Method | 32 | San Jose |
| Jan 17, 2009 Saturday | | 糖尿病中西醫結合防治 (Class offer in Chinese only) | 20 | San Jose |
| Jan 24, 2009 Saturday | | Barefoot Doctor | 6 | San Jose |
| Jan 24, 2009 Saturday | | Medical Qigong I, Intensive | 32 | Santa Cruz |
| Jan 31, 2009 Saturday | | 《難經》與《针灸甲乙經》探微與臨床應用(Class offer in Chinese only) | 60 | San Jose |
| Feb 01, 2009 Sunday | | 脊椎病因治療學（Class offer in Chinese only） | 20 | San Jose |
| Feb 03, 2009 Tuesday | | Medical Qigong 2, Intensive | 32 | Santa Cruz |
| Feb 06, 2009 Friday | | Balance Method for Neuromuscular Medicine and Pain Management | 32 pending | San Jose |
| Feb 20, 2009 Friday | | Channel Medicine | 16 pending | San Jose |
| Feb 22, 2009 Sunday | | Integrative TCM and Western Medicine Gastroenterology | 16 pending | San Jose |
| Feb 22, 2009 Sunday | | Medical Qigong Level 1 - Sunday Series | 32 | San Jose |
| Feb 25, 2009 Wednesday | | Level 4 Acupressure Certification | 44 | San Jose |
| Feb 28, 2009 Saturday | | Barefoot Doctor | 6 | San Jose |
| Mar 01, 2009 Sunday | | Medical Qigong Level 2 | 32 | San Jose |
| Mar 06, 2009 Friday | | Five Element Acupuncture | 16 pending | San Jose |
| Mar 07, 2009 Saturday | | Microcurrent for Pain, Injury and Facial Rejuvenation | 16 | San Jose |
| Mar 07, 2009 Saturday | | Pediatric Tuina | 8 | San Jose |
| Mar 08, 2009 Sunday | | Clinical Applications of the Lingshu Classic | 16 pending | San Jose |
| Mar 28, 2009 Saturday | | 5 Element Aromatherapy | 6 | San Jose |
| Mar 29, 2009 Sunday | | Active Chi Cultivation | 16 | San Jose |
| Mar 29, 2009 Sunday | | 中醫外科與中醫皮膚科 （Class offer in Chinese only） | 12 | San Jose |
| Apr 05, 2009 Sunday | | Acupressure Level 2 | 60 | San Jose |
| Apr 25, 2009 Saturday | | Five Element Aromatherapy Part 2 | 6 | San Jose |
| May 29, 2009 Friday | | Lotus Hands 1 | 19 | Santa Cruz |
| Jun 05, 2009 Friday | | Lotus Hands III | 19 | Santa Cruz |
| Jun 14, 2009 Sunday | | Acupressure Level 3 | 54 | San Jose |
| Jul 26, 2009 Sunday | | Acupressure Level 4 | 45 | San Jose |
| Diabetes from TCM and Western Medicine Perspectives |
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| Gang Ma, MD (China) and John Jackson, MD | 16 pending CEUs | ||||
| A nationwide statistics shows that 23,600,000 individuals in the US have been diagnosed with diabetes and 57,000,000 have been diagnosed with pre-diabetes. This course reviews the diabetes epidemic from both the TCM and Western medicine perspectives. The course reviews the body’s control mechanism for hormonal production and how hormones act to maintain metabolic homeostasis. This course also aims to integrate TCM pattern differentiation and treatment into the Western medical concepts on diabetes and endocrine problems. Dr. Gang Ma is the Physician Director of the Center for Treatment and Prevention of Diabetes at the 2nd Teaching Hospital of the Zhejiang Chinese Medical University in Hangzhou, China. Dr. Ma is especially experienced in the prevention and treatment of diabetes using integrative TCM and Western medicine methods. In recent years, he has been devoted to the early intervention of diabetes using TCM; and research on the prevention and treatment of angiopathy, caused by diabetes. Dr. Ma established the “Community Project for Integrative Prevention and Treatment of Diabetes” in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province. This project has provided numerous healthcare providers with education and training in the prevention and treatment of diabetes. This project has won praises from community hospitals and medical administration departments for promoting public awareness in the prevention & treatment of diabetes. (5% early registration discount; 10% alumni discount) | |||||
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| Thai Massage: Jup Sen Method |
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| Supron Mukolma | 32 CEUs | ||||
| Learn this ancient Thai method of relieving pain and promoting health by applying thumb or finger pressure on the lines called "Sen" from the foot to head. | |||||
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| Level 1 Acupressure Certification |
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| Janet Oliver, LAc. | 40 CEUs | ||||
| Learn the ancient healing art which uses the same theory and points as acupuncture, utilizing fingertips rather than needles. This Level 1 class combines theory of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Anatomy, Qi Gong with Acupressure. No pre-requisites. | |||||
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| Introduction to Acupressure |
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| Introduction to Acupressure | 7.5 CEUs | ||||
| Learn about this ancient non-invasive healing modality which increases health and vitality through your own healing touch. | |||||
| Prerequisites: none | |||||
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| Thai Massage Jop Sen Method |
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| Supron Mukolma | 32 CEUs | ||||
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| 糖尿病中西醫結合防治 (Class offer in Chinese only) |
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| 馬綱 教授 | 20 CEUs | ||||
| 浙江省中醫糖尿病協會 副會長 浙江中醫藥大學第二附屬醫院糖尿病中西醫綜合防治中心 主任 糖尿病眼病防治專家 課程內容： • 糖尿病中醫理論概述 • 中醫糖尿病早期防治理論和實践（中醫治未病理論） • 經方在糖尿病治療中的應用 • 糖尿病并發症的中醫診療概述（糖尿病肾病、糖尿病周圍神經病變、糖尿病勃起功能障碍、糖尿病合并脂代谢紊乱等） • 糖尿病眼底病變的中西醫結合治療 | |||||
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| Barefoot Doctor |
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| Frank Leonardi LAc. | 6 CEUs | ||||
| This class will explore the traditional methods of moving qi and blood through channels. Methods included will be cupping, moxa, scraping and linament applications. | |||||
| Prerequisites: Acupressure Level 1 or TCM background | |||||
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| Medical Qigong I, Intensive |
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| L. Francesca Ferrari, BA, MTCM, LAc, DMQ (China) | 32 CEUs | ||||
| In this Medical Qigong 1 intensive, students are led through a progressive series of Qigong (Energy Skill) exercises and meditations. Basic applications of Medical Qigong Purgation, Tonification and Regulation energetic skills are experienced. Each class includes lecture, demonstration of exercises and personal practice of this energetic medicine. Students are also taught specific Medical Qigong prescription exercises and meditations, and learn how and when to apply them in clinic (e.g., purging excess conditions, tonifying deficiencies, dispersing stagnations and regulating Qi, Blood and Body Fluids). There is also an introduction to energetic psychology, which includes discharging toxic emotions and how to safely handle the emotional discharges or toxic energetic releases coming from their patients. | |||||
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| 《難經》與《针灸甲乙經》探微與臨床應用(Class offer in Chinese only) |
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| 李瑞 教授 | 60 CEUs | ||||
| 北京中醫药大學针灸學院教授 中医医史文献各家学说专业博士 課程內容： 《難經》 • 《難經》之脉學、經络學、臟象學、病证學、發病與病傳规律 • 五輸穴穴配属理論，主治作用、四時五臟五輸配穴法 • 原穴主治作用及與元氣學说 • 募穴和俞穴之陰陽互根互用的實際應用 • 络穴和八會穴主治作用 • 《难經》的针刺補瀉手法，與针刺因時用针致氣取穴 《针灸甲乙經》 • 概述 • 《针灸甲乙經》之主要贡献及對后世的影响 • 《针灸甲乙經》之腧穴取法特点 • 《针灸甲乙經》之臨床配穴特点 | |||||
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| 脊椎病因治療學（Class offer in Chinese only） |
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| 龍層花 醫師 ,趙廣偉醫師 | 20 CEUs | ||||
| 主講: 龍層花 醫師 脊椎相關性疾病研究所副所長 曾任廣州流花橋醫院主治醫師 手法示範： 趙廣偉醫師 加州中醫師聯合總會會長 課程介紹 • 脊椎病因學的研究：重点講授脊椎病與脊椎相關疾病研究和新成果。 • 治脊療法總論：重点講授三步定位診斷法和治脊療法。 • 頸椎病的正骨推拿法：重点講授頸椎病的新認識和診治方法，演示正骨推拿法。 • 治脊療法診治脊椎相關疾病：冠心病、心律失常、胃十二指腸潰瘍。 | |||||
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| Medical Qigong 2, Intensive |
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| Francesca Ferrari, BA, MTCM, LAc, DMQ (China) | 32 CEUs | ||||
| In this Medical Qigong 2 intensive, students are led through a progressive series of advanced Shengong (Spirit Skill) meditations and exercises. These exercises and meditations are specifically used for developing advanced intuitive diagnostic skills. The students also learn basic Medical Qigong treatment protocols and begin the initial phase of their Medical Qigong clinical experience by performing basic treatments on their fellow classmates. The basics learned in this class include using Medical Qigong for diagnosis and then using purging, tonifying and regulating techniques in the subsequent treatment | |||||
| Prerequisites: Medical Qigong 1 | |||||
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| Balance Method for Neuromuscular Medicine and Pain Management |
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| Richard Tan, OMD, LAc | 32 pending CEUs | ||||
| DAY 1 - INSTANT PAIN RELIEF WITH THE BALANCE METHOD This course provides the basic training on the Five Systems of the Balance Method. In the Balance Method, distal points are used exclusively, meaning that no local points are needled to balance a pain-related pathology. The systems are rooted in the concept of healing the body by balancing meridians. This balance is explained using I-Ching theory. A detailed and logical discussion of the eight trigrams will form the foundation of the class. The Biao-Li, Zang-Fu and Chinese Clock relationships can all be explained by the Five Systems. The systems contain logical processes for determination of the meridian to needle and an easy-to-use dynamic format to outline the treatment. A detailed explanation of the Mirroring and Imaging Formats will be explained to assist participants in effective point selection. Dr. Tan will always share numerous case studies from his clinical practice to assist participants in understanding the Balance Method. The cases will be resolved in 3 easy steps: First, the meridian is identified which is the cause of the pain or disorder. Second, the meridians are chosen which will balance the affected meridian(s). Third, the points are chosen along the meridians which will be needled. Finally, hands-on demonstrations will allow attendees to see the Balance Method in a practical format. DAY 2 - GLOBAL BALANCE FOR NEUROMUSCULAR DISORDERS In this course, Dr. Tan will expand on the application of the Balance Method and expand on the relationships of the channels to the hexagrams of the I-Ching. By exploring these connections, practitioners will learn how to develop simple treatments that affect the body at a deep energetic level. Students will be able to apply the concepts immediately in practice and develop effective treatments for instant pain relief of neuromuscular disorders. Dr. Tan will discuss how to treat pain that runs along entire meridian lines and how to treat these disorders with minimal needles. Cases and treatments will be discussed based on an in-depth look at the 12 meridians in relation to Ba Gua theory. There will be a discussion on difficult cases and hands-on demonstration of the practical application of Dr. Tan’s treatments. DAY 3 - TREATING PAIN WITH THE SEASONAL BALANCE METHOD In this course, Dr. Tan will expand the application of the Balance Method and discuss Four-Segment Timing. This is an advanced method of point selection based on the rhythms of nature and the five shu-transporting points. Our sleep cycles, hormonal levels and mental states are all affected by cyclical rhythms. Dr. Tan discusses the connection between meridian points and these rhythms of our body. With this knowledge, different points will be more effective at various times of the day and during various seasons. In addition, he will expand his discussion of the I-Ching and discuss how we can create seasonal balance by using the hexagram of the current season to balance the hexagram associated with an affected meridian. This system is effective for a variety of pain disorders and physical injuries. As always, case studies will be discussed to help assist participants in a thorough understanding of this advanced system. DAY 4 - TWELVE MAGICAL POINTS FOR COMPLICATED PAIN DISORDERS In this course, Dr. Tan will provide an in-depth explanation of his Strategy of Twelve Magical Points designed regulate all 12 meridians. This strategy is ideal for patients with complicated disorders who may manifest with pain in the entire body. It is also very effective for overlapping pain disorders. The strategy was designed specifically for complicated pathological conditions by applying a unique combination of all twelve meridians, the Five Transporting Points, the Imaging Format, Four Segment Timing, and the Yin/Yang Balancing Dynamic. Each of these concepts will be discussed in detail in order to provide a clear understanding of the methodology behind the strategy. Specifically, three Shu Points are selected by regions on each limb. The regions are based on a format utilizing the Five Shu Point relationship to Four Segment Timing. This placement of the Shu Points begin with the Jing-Well points at the tips of the fingers and toes and end with the He-Sea points at the knees and elbows. This allows for the whole body to be treated by combining the Imaging Format with the Shu Points. The arrangement of the Yin/Yang Balancing Dynamic creates a model of balance for the body, sets the symmetrical pattern into motion, and shifts the body from a state of imbalance to balance. There are 16 possible patterns which can be used when designing a treatment plan. These patterns will be discussed in terms of case studies to help assist applicants in the practical application of this method. (5% early registration discount; 10% alumni discount) | |||||
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| Channel Medicine |
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| Rui Li, MD (China) | 16 pending CEUs | ||||
| This course will discuss the 12 meridians and 8 extra meridians in depth. Special emphasis will be given to specific points, especially five shu points, yuan point, and the convergent points. Dr. Li will discuss his understanding of specific point locations according to the patient's condition. He believes that point locations vary on different diseases and different individuals; therefore, point location should be done by palpation for the best results. Dr. Li received his Bachelor's degree in Acupuncture and Moxibustion from the Tianjin University of TCM in 1986 and later a PhD degree in TCM Medical History and Scholastic Studies from the Beijing Univeristy of Chinese Medicine. He has devoted his work into the theoretical study and clinical applications of acupuncture. His academic emphasis is using the most traditional theories in Chinese medicine, with guidance from the Neijing, to explore ancient TCM philosophy. Through this, he aims to dig deep into the essence of traditional Chinese medicine from its purest and most ancient source. He also has a special understanding of the theory of the specific points, most especially the clinical applications of the Five Shu Points. He believes that the five shu points has a close relation with the five viscera diseases and five elements. (5% early registration discount; 10% alumni discount) | |||||
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| Integrative TCM and Western Medicine Gastroenterology |
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| Daofang Li, PhD, LAc and John Jackson, MD | 16 pending CEUs | ||||
| This course reviews diagnosis of pathologies of the digestive tract, liver, and pancreas. Topics will be presented through an integrative approach where differential diagnosis is performed based on both symptomatic and pathological viewpoints. The symptomatic viewpoint will include conditions such as vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, gastric pain, abdominal pain;while the pathological approach will be disease-oriented (IBS, hepatitis, etc.) Upon completion of this course, students will be able to recognize red flags and make necessary referrals, perform disease diagnosis for GI conditions through Eastern-Western integrative approaches, identify their patterns, devise treatment plans, and administer appropriate herbal and acupuncture treatments. (5% early registration discount; 10% alumni discount) | |||||
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| Medical Qigong Level 1 - Sunday Series |
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| Tom Leichardt, DMQ | 32 CEUs | ||||
| In this Medical Qigong 1 course, students are led through a progressive series of Qigong (Energy Skill) exercises and meditations. Basic applications of Medical Qigong Purgation, Tonification and Regulation energetic skills are experienced. Each class includes lecture, demonstration of exercises and personal practice of this energetic medicine. Students are also taught specific Medical Qigong prescription exercises and meditations, and learn how and when to apply them in clinic (e.g., purging excess conditions, tonifying deficiencies, dispersing stagnations and regulating Qi, Blood and Body Fluids). There is also an introduction to energetic psychology, which includes discharging toxic emotions and how to safely handle the emotional discharges or toxic energetic releases coming from their patients. | |||||
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| Level 4 Acupressure Certification |
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| Janet Oliver LAc. | 44 CEUs | ||||
| Advanced practices in the 5 Element Theory are introduced as well as supervised clinical practice in our Acupressure Clinic. | |||||
| Prerequisites: Acupressure Levels 1,2 & 3 | |||||
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| Barefoot Doctor |
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| Frank Leonardi LAc. | 6 CEUs | ||||
| This class explores modern applications to move qi and blood through the channels and will include magnet therapy, ear acupressure with pellets and essential oils and far-infrared heat therapy. | |||||
| Prerequisites: Acupressure Level 1 or TCM background | |||||
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| Medical Qigong Level 2 |
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| Tom Leichardt, DMQ | 32 CEUs | ||||
| In this Medical Qigong 2 course, students are led through a progressive series of advanced Shengong (Spirit Skill) meditations and exercises. These exercises and meditations are specifically used for developing advanced intuitive diagnostic skills. The students also learn basic Medical Qigong treatment protocols and begin the initial phase of their Medical Qigong clinical experience by performing basic treatments on their fellow classmates. The basics learned in this class include using Medical Qigong for diagnosis and then using purging, tonifying and regulating techniques in the subsequent treatment. | |||||
| Prerequisites: Medical Qigong Level 1 | |||||
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| Five Element Acupuncture |
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| Gary Dolowich, LAc and Mary Huse, LAc | 16 pending CEUs | ||||
| This course explores the elements in great depth in terms of Jungian archetypal models, the Eight Trigrams of the I-Ching, and their corresponding family of the Twelve Officials. There will be multiple practical exercises to bring these concepts into their clinical applications. This course will also cover how imbalances in the Officials express themselves in the patients’ physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual lives. Attendees will explore how imbalances in one Official affect the associated elemental pair, its Ko cycle pair, and the creative Shen cycle. (5% early registration discount; 10% alumni discount) | |||||
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| Microcurrent for Pain, Injury and Facial Rejuvenation |
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| Barbara Berger, LAc. | 16 CEUs | ||||
| Learn to use this non-invasive painless modality with acupuncture or by itself to stimulate the jing-luo system of channels, treat pain and injury and techniques for rejuvenation of the face and neck. | |||||
| Prerequisites: Class open to LAc’s and all health and skin care professionals | |||||
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| Pediatric Tuina |
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| Shuxian Liu | 8 CEUs | ||||
| Learn this hand-on Chinese massage technique to ease childhood sicknesses and distress. The common ailments focused on in this class include: coughs, asthma, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation and bed-wetting. | |||||
| Prerequisites: Acupressure Level 1 or TCM background | |||||
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| Clinical Applications of the Lingshu Classic |
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| Esther Su, LAc | 16 pending CEUs | ||||
| This course aims to relate modern acupuncture practices and protocols with ancient wisdom found in the Lingshu classic. This course will disclose the wisdom of ancient TCM practitioners and look at the classics in a practical way. By studying the Lingshu, practitioners will have a clearer understanding of the origin of their practices and the logic and theory behind them. (5% early registration discount; 10% alumni discount) | |||||
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| 5 Element Aromatherapy |
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| Frank Leonardi LAc. | 6 CEUs | ||||
| This class introduces the use of essential oils in the context of the 5 elements. Five oils in each of the classic categories of fire, earth, metal water and wood will be discussed according to their energetic, channels and climate. | |||||
| Prerequisites: Acupressure Level 1 or TCM Background | |||||
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| Active Chi Cultivation |
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| Tom Leichardt DMQ | 16 CEUs | ||||
| The Active Qi Cultivation course, wonderfully energizing and enriching, enables students to dive deeper into energetic cultivation for health and longevity. A complete set of practices is reviewed, deepening one's understanding of how to use Medical Qigong for self healing, as homework prescriptions to clients, and as a healing modality. Group practice, as well as the instructor's gentle presence and guiding support, create a rich atmosphere for the refinement of these subtle arts. Active Qi Cultivation is a part of the requirements for Medical Qigong certification at Five Branches University. | |||||
| Prerequisites: Medical Qi Gong Level 1 completed or concurrent enrollment | |||||
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| 中醫外科與中醫皮膚科 （Class offer in Chinese only） |
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| 顧乃強 教授 | 12 CEUs | ||||
| 上海市名中醫 近代名醫顧筱巖，顧氏外科第四代傳人 課程內容： • 乳房病之中藥針治療：乳腺炎，乳腺增生，乳腺癌術后放化療后 • 甲狀腺疾病的中藥針治療：甲亢，甲低，單純甲狀腺腫，甲狀腺炎，囊腫，腺瘤與甲狀腺癌術后及放化療后。 • 紅斑狼瘡的治療 • 過敏性皮膚炎（蕁麻疹，濕疹等） • 病毒性皮膚病（各種疣，單純性皰疹，帶狀皰疹，風痧等） • 概要其他常見皮膚病結合辨證與皮膚病外用藥制劑的配置與組方 | |||||
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| Acupressure Level 2 |
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| Janet Oliver | 60 CEUs | ||||
| Prerequisites: Acupressure Level 1 | |||||
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| Five Element Aromatherapy Part 2 |
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| Frank Leonardi LAc. | 6 CEUs | ||||
| Explore the art of aromatherapy applications on the 12 primary channels auricular therapy; essential oil combinations and methods taught in a fun and hands-on class! | |||||
| Prerequisites: Acupressure Level 1 or TCM background | |||||
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| Lotus Hands 1 |
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| Douglas Bertram, M.T.C.M, L.Ac., LMT | 19 CEUs | ||||
| This level one class is an introduction to the Lotus Hands approach of assessing musculoskeletal conditions. In this class you will learn to locate tension in the body using a unique therapeutic diagnostic method. Lotus Hands is a mindful orthopedic approach; this class focuses on both detailed anatomical precision and the importance of a present mind. | |||||
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| Lotus Hands III |
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| Douglas Bertram, L.Ac | 19 CEUs | ||||
| The level three class is a continuation of the Lotus Hands levels one and two classes. In level three students will continue to refine their assessment and treatment of musculoskeletal conditions. This class will focus on the subtle aspects of each of the treatment modalities discussed in levels one and two, and further ones sensitivity to subtle energies. By the completion of the level three classes, students will understand how to get results using a less invasive and more efficient approach. This is achieved by continuing the integration of mindfulness with advanced manual therapy techniques. | |||||
| Prerequisites: Lotus Hands 1 | |||||
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| Acupressure Level 3 |
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| Janet Oliver LAc. | 54 CEUs | ||||
| Prerequisites: Acupressure level 1 & 2 | |||||
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| Acupressure Level 4 |
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| Janet Oliver LAc. | 45 CEUs | ||||
| Prerequisites: Acupressure Level 3 | |||||
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