Acupuncture - Basic: Multiple Dates
Course Descriptions:
The 100-Hour Acupuncture Certification course teaches history, philosophy and theories. The six session course is designed to prepare the attendee to successfully take and pass any required examinations for licensure. The sessions include the history, philosophy, theories, practical workshops, quizzes and a final examination all directed at achieving clinical and academic proficiency in the practice of acupuncture. Needles and sharps containers are available for purchase at the seminars.
In Session #1, students are taught the history, basics and some advanced principles in preparation to begin the practice of acupuncture. An overview of the 14 main meridians, chi flow, energy clock and yin/yang, origin of acupuncture, body measurement, levels of treatment and a detailed explanation of the twelve kinds of acupuncture points and their exact functions, superficial cycle of chi flow and deep cycle of chi flow, the vital substances, identification of patterns, a detailed study of Lung Meridian Patterns and a detailed study of Large Intestine Meridian as well as an introduction to tongue diagnosis, pulse diagnosis, cupping and moxa are discussed.
In Session #2, students will be introduced to press needles, tacks, magnets and pellets. In addition, an introduction to acupuncture for pain control, discusses acupuncture for sports injuries, five phase theory, introduction to electronic graphing and acupuncture for musculoskeletal conditions is discussed. Other topics include: stomach meridian patterns, diet, emotions, climate, Qi Deficiency, cold, Yin Deficiency and fire. In addition, a detailed study of the spleen meridian patterns and needling of each point and clean needle techniques are discussed.
In Session #3, the following topics are discussed: Heart meridian patterns, Qi Deficiency, Yang Deficiency, Yang Collapse, blood deficiency, Yin Deficiency, Fire Blazing, phlegm, blood stagnation, combinations and needling of each point. He also presents a study of the Small Intestine Meridian, Special Effect Points and conditions treatable. In addition, the 12 divergent channels, 15 connecting channels, and root 5 and branch theory are discussed. Lastly, the following topics are discussed: Bladder meridian patterns, climate, emotions, excess sex, damp-heat, damp-cold, deficiency, combinations, kidney meridian patterns, hereditary weaknesses, chronic illness, overwork, premature aging, Qi Not Firm, failure to receive chi, loss of essence, combinations and needling.
In Session #4, a detailed study of the pericardium meridian, special effect points and conditions treatable with needling of each point are discussed. A detailed study of San Jiao Meridian patterns, Upper, Middle and Lower Burners, with needling will also be discussed. The micro systems: Scalp, hands, face and ear and facial rejuvenation (TCM, Korean, Electro) are identified. He also describes the identification of patterns according to the five elements. Lastly, a detailed study of the gall bladder meridian patterns, diet, emotions, climate, damp-heat, deficiency and needling of each point is covered. A practice workshop on the tongue and pulse are also discussed.
In Session #5, Dr. Zev Myerowitz presents a detailed study of the Liver Meridian Patterns, Pathogenic Factors, Emotions, Diet, Qi Stagnation, Blood Stasis, Liver Fire, Liver Wind, Damp Heat, Cold Stagnation, Blood Deficiency, Yang Rising, Combinations, and needling of each point. In hours 3 and 4 Dr. Zev does a detailed study of the Ren Meridian, Special Effect Points, and conditions treatable, with needling of each point. In hours 5, 6 and 7 he provides a detailed study of the Du Meridian, Special Effect Points and conditions treatable, with needling each point. In hours 8, 9 and 10 he covers Scalp Acupuncture. In hours 11 and 12 he describes and discusses the Eight Extra Vessels, Special Effects, Treatment Techniques, Needle, Electro, Ion Pumping, and Ba Gua. In hours 13, 14, and 15 Dr. Myerowitz discusses the Five Element transporting and application. He wraps up with a Tongue and Pulse Diagnosis workshop.
Session #6 includes a review, a point location skills examination and a comprehensive final examination. Dr. Myerowitz begins the session with discussion and description of the Ghost Points and covers the Influential Points and the Huazotojiaji Points. During hours 5 through 10 he conducts a review of the entire course material in preparation for the certification exam. In Hours 9 through 11 Dr. Myerowitz administers the Clean Needle technique exam and then in hours 12 through 16.75 he administers the point location skills examination and the comprehensive written examination. This course is taught by one of the most knowledgeable and most popular acupuncturists in our profession, so it is with great pride that we welcome him to our campus. Zev J. Myerowitz, D.C., Dipl.Ac. (NCCAOM) is a 1978 graduate of Logan College of Chiropractic. He is a Diplomate of the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine and a Licensed Acupuncturist in the state of Maine. He has had extensive advanced training in acupuncture, Taoist studies, facial rejuvenation and gynecology in TCM. He holds postgraduate teaching positions at Parker College of Chiropractic and Cleveland Chiropractic College. He is President of the American Academy of Chiropractic Acupuncture and of the Acupuncture Society of New England. Dr. Myerowitz has received numerous chiropractic and acupuncture awards and is the author of a number of books and articles. Please join us for this opportunity to study with Dr. Myerowitz.
Tuition:
Early Bird (Ends 15 days prior to session): $295 per session
Regular: $330 per session
One-time Fee: $35 for required manual (purchased at Session #1)
Instructor:
Zev Myerowitz, DC, Dipl.Ac (NCCAOM), Lac.
Session Dates:
Saturdays: 8am - 7pm
Sundays: 7am - 12:45pm
September 15-16, 2018
October 6-7, 2018
November 17-18, 2018
December 8-9, 2018
January 19-20, 2019
February 9-10, 2019