PROGRAMS

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. Brief descriptions of each program are given below. For a detailed description please locate each course on the website Catalog Index.

1)    BASIC COURSE IN ACUPUNCTURE:

In this course the student will learn the basic skills necessary to practice this 3000 year old healing art from China.  The practice of Acupuncture includes learning:1) Chinese medical theory. 2) The Diagnosis of energetical imbalances. 3) The location of Acupuncture points. 4) Needling methods of Acupuncture points. The student will receive a Certificate of Completion in Basic Acupuncture when all requirements are met*.

2)    INTERMEDIATE COURSE IN ACUPUNCTURE:

In this Intermediate course the student will learn the more advanced skills necessary to practice.  The practice of Acupuncture includes learning:1) Other Chinese medical theories not covered in A Basic Course In Acupuncture. 2) More advanced Diagnosis of energetical imbalances. 3) Location of Acupuncture points. 4) Needling methods of Acupuncture points. The student will receive a certificate of completion of this course if all requirements are met*.

3)    INTERNSHIP PROGRAM IN ACUPUNCTURE

4)    BASIC COURSE IN CHINESE  MEDICINE (Herbal):

In this course the student will learn the basic skills necessary to understand the herbal healing art from China.  The study of Chinese Internal Medicine (nei ke) includes learning:1) Basic Chinese medical theory. 2) Chinese Medical Diagnosis of energetical imbalances of the body. 3) Energetics of Chinese (herbs) Medicinals. 4) . The student will receive a certificate of completion of this course if all requirements are met*.

5)    INTERMEDIATE COURSE IN CHINESE  MEDICINE (Herbal):

In this course the student will learn more basic skills necessary to practice this 2300

year old healing art from China. The study of this intermediate course of Chinese Medicine (nei ke) includes learning:1) More advanced Chinese medical theory. 2) More advanced Chinese medical diagnosis. 3) Combining and preparing various Chinese herbals. 4) Chinese patent formulas. 5) . The student will receive a certificate of completion of this course if all requirements are met*.

6)    INTERNSHIP PROGRAM IN CHINESE MEDICINE (Herbal)

7)    BAREFOOT DOCTOR'S COURSE:     

In this brief course the student will learn various forms of primarily Chinese medical healthcare systems which will teach the skills of improving ones health.

8)    INTRODUCTORY COURSE IN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY:

In this course the student will learn the basics of Anatomy and Physiology according to the western medical theory.

9) HOMEOPATHIC MEDICINE-ACUTE CARE:
This course is designed to provide a basic understanding in Acute Care using Homeopathic Medicine. The student will gain knowledge in the History of Homeopathy, as well as the principles of Homeopathic Medicine, based on "The Organon of Medcine" written by Samual Hahnemann- The Father of Homeopathic Medicine. Each student will gain knowledge in case taking and how to repertorize symptoms to find the correct remedy that is unique to that individual. In addition, We will study Materia Medicia of over 50 remedies and how to apply those remedies in the acute care process.

10)   INTRODUCTORY COURSE IN BACH FLOWER ESSENCES:

In this course the student will learn the art and use of Flower essences.

11)   BASIC COURSE IN AROMATHERAPY:

In this course the student will learn the history, quality of essential oils and use of Aromatherapy for different problems.

12)   TWELVE ESSENTIAL OILS OF ANCIENT SCRIPTURE:

This course will provide Information and skills needed to understand and use grade A essential oils as done throughout biblical times.

13)    BASIC COURSE IN TUI NA (Chinese Form Of Massage):

Being one of the eight branches of Traditional Chinese Medicine Tui na is a Chinese form of massage/muscular and joint manipulation designed to rebalance the body by relieving aches and pains and muscular soreness as well as treating various ailments. In this course the student will learn how to manipulate various areas to improve their functions.

14)   INTERMEDIATE COURSE IN TUI NA (Chinese Form Of Massage):

In this intermediate course in tui na students will learn more advanced Chinese medical theory and more advanced types of tui na treatments for client therapy.

15)   BASIC COURSE IN FOOT REFLEXOLOGY:

Foot reflexology also known as foot pressure therapy. In this course the student will learn how to apply pressure to reflex or acupressure points located on the feet. Foot reflexology can help to rebalance the body by affecting our energy pathways which go from the bottom of our feet to the top of our head, encompassing all vital organs on the way.

16)  TAIWAN ADVANCED RESIDENCY PROGRAM:

A One-month program in Taiwan directed by Marcus Brinkman, OMD. For students who have completed 390 hours of acupuncture courses (or equivalent).     

*Completion of a basic course in Acupuncture or Herbal Medicine does not necessarily qualify one as an OMD (oriental medical doctor).

CURRENT SHORT PROGRAMS AND WORKSHOPS

1) A CANCER BATTLE PLAN: 

This class is designed to assist in understanding more about cancer and natural treatments available, how they can be adjunct to traditional cancer therapy.

2) HERBS AND OTHER NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENTS:

To help the student learn basic information about herbs and nutritional supplements.

3) HISTORY OF HERBS (the development of herbal medicine):

To help the student learn basic information from thousands of years of documented oral and written herbal medicinal practices.

4) HERBAL SOAP MAKING PROGRAM:

To provide skills necessary for making herbal soaps with totally natural ingredients.

5) HERBAL TINCTURE PROGRAM:

This class will provide skills necessary for making herbal tinctures, with all natural ingredients.

6) WOMAN'S MEDICINAL HERBAL PROGRAM:

In the sacred circle you will acquire tools to live a quality life of optimum health while embracing the mystic changes of menopause.

7)   HOLISTIC HEALTH NUTRITIONAL CONSULTATION