Acupuncture as a major branch of Chinese Medicine (CM) is a recognized therapeutic modality approved by the World Health Organization (W.H.O.). The programme provides Western-trained medical practitioners and medical-related professionals interested in acupuncture with an opportunity to undertaken acupuncture training.

This programme consists of two parts. Each part consists of one module. Students who have completed one module of Part 1 can choose to exit the programme. Completion of one module will lead to a Certificate in Acupuncture. Upon successful completion of Part 1 and Part 2, students will be awarded a Diploma in Clinical Acupuncture.

The development of a universal or standard system of acupuncture nomenclature under the auspices of the W.H.O. has facilitated the interationalization of acupuncture practice.  Increasingly, many western medical practitioners worldwide have adopted acupuncture as an adjunct to their primary therapeutic modality based on the western medical paradigm. 

In line with this development, formal acupuncture education at the undergraduate and graduate levels has been established in universities.  Acupuncture has now matured to acquire a proper position in healthcare professions, with a set of defined technical terminologies and well-establised standard of practice.

 

Aims

Part 1: Basic Acupuncture

Nowadays acupuncture has become increasingly accepted in modern medical practice. There is growing interest among practitioners of western medicine, in many parts of the world, to pursue better understanding and reserach in the field of acupuncture.  The purpose of this course is to provide an opportunity for western-trained medical practitioners and professionals interested in acupuncture to acquire the knowledge of acupuncture. It will form a foundation for subsequent studies for Part 2: Advanced Clinical Acupuncture.

Part 2: Advanced Clinical Acupuncture

This course is a continuation of Part 1: Basic Acupuncture.  It enables participants to pursue a comprehensive study on clinical aspects of acupuncture practice.  The course aims to develop competence in the practice of acupuncture as an alternative therapeutic modality and is designed primarily for western-trained medical practitioners, physiotherapists, nurses, osteopaths, chiropractors and other members of allied health-care professions.  It also hopes to stimulate student's interest and involvement in research on basic and clinical aspects of acupuncture  The programme of study includes clinical practicum.

Application Code	2250-CM005A	-

Duration

• Part 1: Basic Acupuncture
  106 hours including 4 hours of mock clinical observation and 4 hours clinical practicum
  
  Part 2: Advanced Clinical Acupuncture
  170 hours including 20 hours mock clinical observation and 40 hours clinical practicum

Venue

• United Learning Centre

Course Contents

Part 1: Basic Acupuncture

Unit 1 Theoretical Basis of Acupuncture of Chinese Medicine      

• Philosophical Background of Chinese Medicine
• History of Acupuncture
• Yin-Yang Theory
• The Five Elements Theory
• Zang-Fu Theory
• Qi, Blood, Body Fluids and Essence
• CM Etiology
• CM Pathophysiology  

Unit 2 Patterns of Disease and Diagnosis

• The Eight Principles
• Zang-Fu Differentiation
• Qi, Blood, Body Fluids Differentiation
• Pulse Diagnosis
• Tongue Diagnosis

Unit 3 The Acupuncture Meridians System and Acupoints

• The Main Regular Meridians
• Du and Ren Meridians
• Acupoint Location and Acupoint Applications

Unit 4 Acupuncture Treatment

• Needling Techniques
• Treatment Modalities including Moxibustion, Cupping
• Principles of Treatment
• Principles of Acupuncture Prescription
• Treatment of Common Diseases
• Mock Clinical Observation

 

Part 2: Advanced Clinical Acupuncture

(Units 1-4 are covered by Part 1: Basic Acupuncture)

 

Unit 5

Reappraisal of Chinese Medicine philosophy and theory including in-depth study of the Zang-Fu Theory, the Four Classical Diagnosis, the Tongue and Pulse Diagnosis and the Identification of Patterns according to the Three Heaters, the Four Radicals and the Six Divisions.

Unit 6

CM Patho-physiology with detailed study of the Identification of Patterns according to each of the Zang-Fu Organs individually and Combined-Organs Disharmony. Extraordinary Meridians and Acupoints, Complex Needling Techniques, Micro-systems of Acupuncture.

Unit 7

Syndrome-differentiation and clinical applications. Differentiation of syndromes and the Acupuncture treatments of some common medical problems; Constipation, Diarrhoea, Hypertension, Nocturnal Enuresis, Senile Enuresis, Nocturnal Emission, Impotence, Headaches, Migraine, Insomnia, Dizziness and Vertigo, Allergic Rhinitis and Sinusitis, Asthma, Vomiting, Depressive Syndromes, Musculo-skeletal, Sports Injuries, Diseases of Gynaecology, Neurology, etc.

Unit 8

Recent advances in Acupuncture diagnosis and treatment, Special techniques in Acupuncture, Acupuncture Points Injections, Laser Acupuncture, Magneto-electric Acupuncture, Introduction to the Principles of Herbal Treatment, Introduction to Research Methodology in Acupuncture.

Unit 9

Clinical training and Clinical practice.

On completion of the Part 1: Basic Acupuncture programme, students should be able to：

1. Describe the basics of Chinese Medicine Theories ;

2. Undertake simple differential diagnosis;

3. Analyse pain-related diseases and

4. Carry out basic Acupuncture treatment of pain related disorders.

 

On completion of the Part 2: Advanced Clinical Acupuncture programme, students should be able to：

1. Apply the knowledge of Acupuncture theories of disease differentiation;
2. Analyse clinical cases using acupuncture theories (e.g. Gynoecological disorders, Neurological disorders, Musculo-skeletal & Sports Injuries, and Internal disorders);
3. Carry out skilful manipulations of acupuncture techniques to treat diseases;  and
4. Evaluate and conduct simple Acupuncture research work.

Date/Time

 

Teaching Methods

The main form of instructional delivery is by lectures, demonstrations and classroom-based practice, and supplemented by audio-visual materials, teaching aids, etc. 

Mock Clinical observation and Clinical Practicum will be organized in Chinese Medicine Clinic of the school or a Chinese Medicine Hospital.

 

Assessment and Award

Part 1: Basic Acupuncture

Part 2: Advanced Clinical Acupuncture

Completion of Part 1 and Part 2 leads to Diploma in Clinical Acupuncture.  Students who have completed one module of Part 1 can choose to exit the programme. Completion of one module will lead to a Certificate in Acupuncture. 

 

Our programme is approved by the Physiotherapists Board as quotable qualification.  Upon completion of our programme:

1. 15 CPD points awarded by the Physiotherapists Board will be granted to students who are Physiotherapists.
2. Physiotherapists may be eligible to apply for Accredited Acupuncture Physiotherapist.

Application Fee

HK$150 (Non-refundable)

Course Fee

• For 2024/25 total course fee:
  Part 1: HK$24,000
  Part 2: HK$34,600*【$32,720 (Course fee) + $1,880 (Practicum fee)】
  (excluding accommodation, travelling and meal expenses)
  *The total course fee is reviewed annually and is subject to change without prior notice.

Applicants shall

i    be Western medical practitioners, Physiotherapists, Nurses, Osteopaths, Chiropractors, or

ii   be Medical related professionals; or

iii   hold a bachelor’s degree or equivalent.

Applicants are required to attend an interview as appropriate.

• The CEF Institution Code of HKU SPACE is 100

CEF Courses
Diploma in Clinical Acupuncture 臨床針灸學文憑
COURSE CODE 41L103728	FEES $32,720	ENQUIRY 3762-4214

Continuing Education Fund

 

Part 1: HK$24,000

Part 2: HK$34,600

	Continuing Education Fund This course has been included in the list of reimbursable courses under the Continuing Education Fund.
	Diploma in Clinical Acupuncture This course is recognised under the Qualifications Framework (QF Level [4])

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