Medical Acupuncture Course for Healthcare Professionals
Acupuncture is increasingly recognized as a valuable therapeutic tool in the modern healthcare setting. Whether you are a chiropractor, physiotherapist, nurse, or medical doctor, integrating acupuncture into your practice can enhance patient outcomes and expand your treatment repertoire. At IMAI - International Medical Arts Institute, we offer a comprehensive Medical Acupuncture Course designed to meet the needs of healthcare professionals seeking to elevate their skills and offer holistic treatment options.
Please Note:
Saturday classes: 3-7pm
(gives time to work or drive to the venue with only one night's hotel accommodation for long-distance students)
Sunday classes: 9:30 -3:30
If the classes are smaller, there will be only Sunday classes
The Importance of Medical Acupuncture in Healthcare
Acupuncture has become a vital complement to traditional medical treatments, especially for conditions such as chronic pain, stress, and musculoskeletal disorders. In this section, we'll explore how our Medical Acupuncture Course provides healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to deliver these benefits effectively.
Integrating Acupuncture with Western Medicine
The Medical Acupuncture Course bridges the gap between traditional Chinese medicine and modern Western medical practices. By learning both perspectives, professionals can deliver more comprehensive care tailored to their patients’ needs.
Benefits for Patients and Practitioners
Acupuncture enhances patient satisfaction by providing non-invasive treatment options that can complement or reduce reliance on pharmaceuticals. Additionally, mastering acupuncture as a healthcare provider opens up new career opportunities and a competitive edge in an increasingly holistic healthcare landscape.
Comprehensive Curriculum in Medical Acupuncture
At IMAI, our Medical Acupuncture Course is structured to provide in-depth, practical knowledge that you can apply directly to your practice. Whether you're new to acupuncture or seeking advanced specialization, we offer a flexible curriculum to fit your professional goals.
Check out our other Acupuncture Courses!
Medical Neuro-Acupuncture
The Medical Neuro-Acupuncture module focuses on treating MSK and neurological conditions using acupuncture techniques grounded in modern evidence-based acupuncture and neuroscience. The curriculum covers advanced needling methods, giving you the tools to address complex cases like neuropathy and chronic pain.
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Acupuncture
Our TCM Acupuncture track offers a deep dive into Chinese diagnostic methods and acupuncture techniques. Over the course of 2.5 to 3 years, you will gain hands-on experience in integrating traditional TCM Theory, rooted in ancient holistic Chinese Medicine practices based on the concept of balancing the body’s energy, or "Qi." Practitioners use pulse diagnosis, tongue examination, and an understanding of meridians and acupuncture points to address broader physical, emotional, and spiritual health concerns. Pain relief is a major condition TCM treats - meaning musculoskeletal challenges are included in TCM, as channel obstructions. TCM views the body as an interconnected system, focusing on restoring harmony. with contemporary medical practices, enhancing your ability to treat diverse patient populations.
Flexible Medical Acupuncture Course for Busy Healthcare Professionals in Burlington
We understand that as a healthcare professional, time is one of your most valuable resources. That’s why our Medical Acupuncture Course in Burlington is designed to fit into your busy schedule with flexible learning options.
Practical, Hands-On Medical Acupuncture Training
IMAI emphasizes the importance of practical application. You’ll engage in hands-on clinical practice sessions that allow you to apply acupuncture techniques in real-world settings, building your confidence and competence.
Advanced Medical Acupuncture Techniques for Specialized Care
Healthcare professionals who integrate acupuncture into their practice often look for advanced techniques that cater to specialized patient needs. At IMAI, we provide training that goes beyond the basics, ensuring you can offer highly targeted treatments.
FAQs for Medical Acupuncture Course
- What is included in the Medical Acupuncture Course?
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Who can enroll in the Medical Acupuncture Course?
This course is designed for healthcare professionals such as chiropractors, physiotherapists, nurses, doctors, and registered massage therapists who want to expand their skills in holistic care. Medical Acupuncture can be used within their scope of practice, under their primary billing number.
- How does Medical Acupuncture differ from traditional Acupuncture?
- Can I practice Acupuncture after completing this course?
- How long does it take to complete the Medical Acupuncture Course?
- Is the Medical Acupuncture Course accredited?
- What are the benefits of learning Acupuncture for healthcare professionals?
MEDICAL ACUPUNCTURE PROGRAM
Weekly Zoom Calls
MASSAGE THERAPISTS- 100 HRS
DOCTORS/PHYSIOTHERAPIST - 200 HRS
(MEDICAL ACUPUNCTURE PROGRAM IS RECOMMENDED)
3 months
Cost: $4995
Early Bird: $3995
Early Chickedee: $3500
Payment Plans availableWhat you get!
A practical approach to acupuncture focusing on addressing MSK conditions and more, from the get-go
Medical Acupuncture Diploma Program - 3 months
- ACUPUNCTURE: Channel Theory, Dry Needling / Trigger Point
- CUPPING AND CERTIFICATES
- AURICULAR CERTIFICATES (Emphasis is on Musculoskeletal conditions)
Our licensed Professors and Instructors have been teaching Medical Acupuncture to healthcare professionals worldwide for more than fifteen years and belong to licensed Boards.
The IMAI Medical Acupuncture Diploma Program
- 3 month practical training program
- Weekly LIVE Zoom interactive lectures
- In-class training sessions (Practicum - once per month)
- Webinars, homework and home study. (2 or 3 hours a week)
- (Free follow-up review Zoom classes for a year and In Class Practicum for 6 months) Continuing Study Notes and Scientific Materials.
What really makes our program most comprehensive and unique is our teaching methods and the integration of East and West techniques. This includes the Channel theory, Dry Needling, basic Auricular and Cupping. All use acupuncture but the technique and philosophy behind each is different. Channel theory includes body acupuncture points on the meridians. Dry Needling techniques are effective in targeting myofascial trigger points https://www.physio-pedia.com/Trigger_Points (MTrP) as is Electric Dry Needling (EDN). All techniques are practiced on a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions and other.
IMAI's Medical Acupuncture Program is a confirmed Acupuncture Educational Program by the CMTO and other board and associations.
This is a great program for Health Practitioners who want to add a comprehensive modality to their toolbox. Our Health Practitioner graduates have been RMT's, Chiropractors, Physiotherapists, Osteopaths, Nurses and Doctors - all successfully integrating the different acupuncture styles and techniques of either Medical or Medical Acupuncture into their practice.
IMAI's specifically designed program offers scientific, theoretical, and
practical training. From the get-go, students begin practicing with
sterilized acupuncture needles.
No wait-time.
DIFFERENCE - LIVE lectures (weekly)
- Less self study! IMAI is with you for the length of your program each week. Acupuncture is like learning a new language, and as such, IMAI immerses you into the world of acupuncture weekly with lots of repetition, webinars and LIVE Zoom classes making self-study less of a burden. IMAI is with you.