Course Descriptions & Syllabus
Acupuncture Herbology
Western Medical Course
Clinical Training
Business Course
Acupuncture
410.0A History
and Terminology of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine)
This course examines the historical development of
Traditional Chinese Medicine and its 2500-year written history. The
course provides students with a foundation for etymological study
of the Chinese language as it relates to traditional medical terminology.
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411.0A Basic
Theory and Philosophy of Oriental Medicine
This course examines the conceptual roots of Traditional
Chinese Medicine with special attention to the development of the
following philosophies: Yin/Yang, Five Element and their specific
relationships to human health.
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412.0A Basic
Theory and Physiology of Oriental Medicine
This course surveys the fundamental substances of Qi,
blood and body fluids, and the functions and characteristics
of the Zang Fu organs, including their interrelationships
and the characteristics of the channels that form the
underlying basics of Traditional Chinese Medical physiology.
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413.0A Basic
Theory and Etiology of Oriental Medicine
This courses explores the internal and external causes
that give rise to the onset of disease, among them
are the six pernicious influences, the seven emotions, diet, lifestyle,
sexual activity, physical activity, and miscellaneous factors (prenatal,
preadolescent, adolescent, and adult influences).
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414.1A Oriental
Medical Diagnostic Skills I
This course teaches how to evaluate and diagnose patients
by inspection of the tongue and other body parts and
by palpation of pulse variations. Body palpation, asking, listening,
and smelling are also covered as diagnostic techniques.
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414.2A Oriental
Medical Diagnostic Skills II
This course teaches how to evaluate and diagnose patients
by inspection of the tongue and other body parts and
by palpation of pulse variations. Body palpation, asking, listening,
and smelling are also covered as diagnostic techniques.
Prerequisites
414.1A >> Back to top
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415.0A General
and Clean Needle Technique
This course, presented in lecture and practicum, prepares
students with various acupuncture and needling techniques,
the use of moxibustion, electro-stimulation and cupping. Students
are also instructed on proper clean field acupuncture techniques.
Students, under supervision, practice on one another to prepare for
clinical practice.
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416.0A Basic
Meridian Theory
This course focuses on the basic meridian theory to
include the 12 regular meridians and the 8 extra
meridians. Emphasis is also placed on the 12 divergent meridians,
12 muscle regions, 12 cutaneous regions and 15 collaterals.
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417.1A Acupuncture Point Location
I Prerequisites 415.0A
417.2A Acupuncture
Point Location II Prerequisites
417.1A
417.3A Acupuncture
Point Location III Prerequisites
417.2A
These courses examine, in-depth, the location and indications/contraindications
for the use and functions of all acupuncture points of the lung, large
intestine, stomach, spleen, heart, small intestine, bladder, kidney,
gallbladder, San Jiao, liver, pericardium, and the Ren and Du meridians.
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418.0A Acupuncture
Point Location Practicum
This course involves locating acupuncture points correctly
on oneself and others through finger pressure and inserting
needles in specific points. Students learn to develop awareness in
approaching the human body, to feel for points, trace meridians,
experience Qi, and to apply the concepts of Oriental medicine to
practice.
Prerequisites
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420.0A Identification
of Disease Patterns: Eight Principles
This course conveys the identification of disease
patterns according to the eight principles: i.e., Yin,
Yang, Heat, Cold, Interior, Exterior, Excess, and Deficiency.
Prerequisites
412A, 413A, 414A, 415A, 416A, 417.1A, 441W >> Back
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421.0A Identification
of Disease Patterns: Pathogens
This course surveys the changes that occur when the
body is invaded by pathogenic factors (i.e. wind, dampness, dryness,
cold, heat, summer heat, and fire) and delineates patterns of disease
these changes indicate.
Prerequisites 412A, 413A, 414A, 415A,
416A, 417.1A, 441W
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422.0A Identification
of Disease Patterns: Qi, Blood, and Body Fluids
This course describes the basic patterns of disharmonies
of Qi (deficiency, stagnation and rebellion of Qi),
blood (i.e. deficiency, stasis, heat and loss of blood), and body
fluids (edema, phlegm and deficiency of fluids).
Prerequisites
412A, 413A, 414A, 415A, 416A, 417.1A, 441 >> Back
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423.0A Identification
of Disease Patterns: Internal Organs
This course teaches the identification of disease patterns
of the Zang and Fu internal organs that are based on the signs and
symptoms that arise when the Qi and blood of these organs are out
of balance.
Prerequisites 412A, 413A, 414A, 415A, 416A, 417.1A,
441.1W
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430.0A Qi Gong
This course introduces the concepts and practice of
Qi Gong as it relates to Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Students will learn the history, types and general training concepts
of Qi Gong for optimal health and clinical application for patient
care.
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451.0A Oriental
Bodywork--Tui-Na Therapy
This course covers the instruction and practice of
the basic manipulation techniques of Tui-Na therapy and its appropriate
application to numerous musculoskeletal disorders and selected internal
disorders with reference to pertinent differential diagnosis.
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424.0A Identification
of Disease Patterns: Six Channel, Meridian, Four Levels,
and
San Jiao
This course discusses the identification of disease
patterns according to six channel theory, meridian
theory, four level theory and San Jiao as formulated by Zhang Zhong
Jing, Ye Tian Shi, and Wu Ju Tong respectively.
Prerequisites
414A, 420A, 421A, 422A, 423A, 417.2A, 441.2W >> Back
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425.0A Ear and Scalp Acupuncture
This course deals with the anatomy, theory and techniques
of ear and scalp acupuncture for the treatment of
various symptoms and diseases. The student learns the efficacy and
use of ear and scalp acupuncture in theory and practical application.
Prerequisites
414A, 420A, 421A, 422A, 423A, 417.2A, 441.2W >> Back
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26.0A General
Treatment Principles of Acupuncture
This course shows the practitioner how to devise a
treatment plan appropriate to the patient's primary
and secondary health concerns. It will teach the evaluation of the
relative importance of chronic and acute conditions and determine
the appropriate selection of acupuncture points.
Prerequisites
414A, 420A, 421A, 422A, 423A, 417.2A, 441.2W >> Back
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427.1A Acupuncture
Case Studies I
This course presents and discusses case studies from
clinical observation, experience and selected reading
with analysis of treatment plans and principles.
Prerequisites
414A, 420A, 421A, 422A, 423A, 417.2A, 441.2W >> Back
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527.2A Acupuncture
Case Studies II
These courses present and discuss case studies from
clinical observation, experience and selected reading with analysis
of treatment plans and principles.
Prerequisites 427.1A
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535.0A The
Treatment of Common Diseases
This course presents acupuncture treatments for internal,
external, traumatalogical, gynecological, pediatric
diseases and diseases of the five sense organs, and acupoint injection
therapy.
Prerequisites
527.2A, 536A, 545W, 541.4W >> Back to top
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536.0A Complete Case Study
and Essay
This course requires each student to prepare and present
a case study with history, examination, intake, results,
diagnosis, evaluation, treatment principle, treatment
prescriptions of acupuncture, herbal medicine, moxibustion, nutrition,
Tui-Na, exercise recommendations, and progress reports. These discussions,
as chaired by clinical instructors, enhance the students'
abilities and confidence in the medical care of patients. In addition,
an essay is required that may be placed in the College's library
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Prerequisites 424A, 430H, 425A, 426A, 417.3A, 427A, 443W, 444W, 442.3W >> Back
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564.0A NCCA Review
This course will entail a comprehensive review for
the National Commission for the Certification of
Acupuncturists examination.
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Herbology
430.1H Herbology
I and Oriental Herbal Diagnostic Methods
Chinese herbal medical history, botanical families,
plant part terminology, major herb groups, herb properties, major
formula groups, formulation principles, methods of preparation, formula
modification, and dispensing of herbs are covered in this course.
Prerequisites
414A, 420A, 421A, 422A, 423A, 417.2A
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530.2H Herbology II Prerequisites
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530.3H Herbology
III Prerequisites
530.2H
These courses teach a minimum of 300 herbs covering
taste, entering meridian, botanical and Chinese names,
meaning of the Chinese character, functions and indications, important
biochemical components, incompatibility with other herbs, dosage and
herb identification.
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531.1H Herbal
Formulas I Prerequisites
530.2H, 541.4W >> Back to top
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531.2H Herbal
Formulas II Prerequisites
531.1H
These courses present a minimum of 150 formulas. Specifically
covered are the meaning of formula names, the herbs
and their functions for each formula, the amount of
the individual herbs, major functions and indications of each formula,
contraindications, major modifications and usual methods of preparation,
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532.0H Food Therapy
This course covers the categorization of common foods
with regard to taste and function, dietary advice
for various conditions, and preparation of common food and herbal
formulas. Prerequisites
530.2H, 545W, 541.4W, 536A >> Back to
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534.0H Integration
of Herbal Medicine and Western Science
This course emphasizes the botany of Oriental and Western
herbs and their common effects and contraindications
when combined with Western pharmaceuticals. Prerequisites 530.3H,
531.1H, 532H, 548W >> Back to top
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535.0H The
Treatment of Common Diseases
This course presents herbal treatments for internal,
external, traumatalogical, gynecological, pediatric
diseases, and diseases of the five sense organs. Prerequisites
530.3H, 531H, 532H, 570H, 570H >> Back to
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570.0H Herbal
Pharmacy and Dispensary
This course provides practice in prescribing and filling
formulas in the pharmacy. Prerequisites 530.2H >> Back
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Western Medical Courses
441.1W Anatomy
and Physiology I and Medical Terminology
441.2W Anatomy
and Physiology II Prerequisites 441.1W
441.3W Anatomy
and Physiology III Prerequisites 441.2W
541.4W Anatomy
and Physiology IV Prerequisites 441.3W
These courses present a systematic approach to human
anatomy (skeletal, muscular, respiratory, digestive,
genital, urinary, and nervous systems) and the normal
functioning of the human body based on fundamental biophysical
principles. Medical terminology is fully covered in the
first course. Courses III and IV involve intensive
study of the musculoskeletal system and diseases commonly
associated with the musculoskeletal system. Neurological
study of the structure and function of the brain, spinal
cord and peripheral nerves is emphasized to include
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460.0W First
Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
This course teaches basic first aid and cardiopulmonary
resuscitation with an emphasis on risks unique to an
acupuncture clinic. The course also deals with methods of sterile
and proper needle handling technique, handling of infectious materials,
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443.0W Microbiology
This course is designed to emphasize the role of living
agents in health and disease, including bacterial
physiology, genetics, virology, microorganisms, pathophysiology, and
epidemiology of infectious diseases. >> Back
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444.0W Western
Pathology
This course is a clinical approach to lay the foundation
for an understanding of the basic mechanisms of disease.
It involves the study of diseases, genetic disorders,
immunology neoplasia, and pathology of the digestive, respiratory,
urinary, musculoskeletal, nervous, and endocrine systems. Prerequisites
441.2W >> Back to top
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545.0W Western
Diagnostics
The student is presented with lectures and practicum
experiences to learn routine procedures in physical
diagnosis. The student learns how to obtain a medical history, perform a
physical examination, write SOAP notes, and write a narrative report that
includes a diagnosis and treatment plan. The course
concludes with a practical test in which each student conducts a complete
physical examination on a fellow student and then writes a narrative report.
The student will learn the relevance of laboratory
and diagnostic tests and procedures as well as the basis and need for referral
and/or consultation. Prerequisites 441.3W, 444W, 443W
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546.0W Radiology
This course deals with diagnosis of disease using various
techniques of visualization. This includes study of how to examine
a chest film, mediastinal structures, ultrasonography, computerized
tomography, thermography, the lung, the heart, the abdomen, the
contrast study of the gastrointestinal tract, the skull, bones,
and the spine. Prerequisites 441.3W, 444W >> Back
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547.0W Clinical Psychiatry
This course examines the fundamentals of personality
theory, developmental psychology, psychopathology,
and medications used in treatment. Grief and lifestyle counseling
techniques, interventions, psychoneuroimmunology, and behavioral medicine
are also covered. Prerequisites
545W >> Back to top
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548.0W Western
Pharmacology
This course presents the major groups of pharmaceuticals
in this country, their uses, common prescription
names, and potential complications when used with herbal therapy. Prerequisites
530.2H, 541.4W >> Back to top
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Clinical Courses
471.1C Clinical
Observation I
Students observe all aspects of history taking, examination,
diagnosis, and treatment under the supervision of a
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472.2C Clinical
Observation II
With an emphasis on medical record keeping, students
continue to observe and discuss all aspects of clinical practice,
including point location, needling and palpation techniques, moxibustion,
and Tui-Na massage under the supervision of a licensed acupuncture
physician. Prerequisites 471.1C >> Back
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473.3C Clinical
Internship III
Again, with an emphasis on medical record keeping,
students participate in advanced application of clinical
procedures and patient treatment under the direction of the supervising
acupuncture physician. Prerequisites 472.2C >> Back
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574.4C Clinical
Internship IV
Students will continue assisting with all aspects of
patient care, including conducting patient interviews
and forming diagnosis and treatment plans that are approved or modified
by the supervising acupuncture physician. Prerequisites 473.3C >> Back
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575.5C Clinical
Internship V
Students focus on patient interview, diagnosis and
prescription of appropriate herbal formulas. Prerequisites 574.4 >> Back
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576.6C Clinical
Internship VI
This is the final phase of clinical practice in which
the student practices as a senior intern. Interns are
responsible for complete patient care with near total independence
of practice. Competency is expected with regard to diagnosis, treatment,
acupuncture prescription, selection of appropriate herbal formulas,
and social interaction with the patient. Senior interns are expected
to follow-up and monitor the patient's progress. Prerequisites
575.5C
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Business
Courses
462.0B Marketing
Students learn marketing techniques and procedures
relating to the operation of a private practice. The program is
structured so as to target the major topics of marketing.
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563.0B Practice Management
This course familiarizes the student with the process
of opening and managing a healthcare practice. Topics include writing
a business plan, developing office policies and procedures, insurance
billing, and the ethical considerations with respect to prescribing
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461.0B Legal Status of Acupuncture/Medical
Errors I
Students learn the most recent rules/regulations regarding
the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability
Act of 1996 relating to the operation of a private practice. >> Back
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561.0B Legal Status of Acupuncture/Medical
Errors II
This course is a study of the laws and rules governing
the practice of acupuncture in the U.S. with special
emphasis on Florida. Prerequisites
461.1B >> Back to top
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