Cosmetic Acupuncture & Chinese Cosmetology
Chinese Herbal Materia Medica & Prescription
Cosmetic Acupuncture & Chinese Cosmetology
Cosmetic acupuncture & chinese cosmetology diploma information & booking form 2009-2010
Course Overview
Duration: (24 Modules)
The purpose of this specialist diploma course on Cosmetic Acupuncture and Chinese Cosmetology is to bring about a basic qualification required for the practice of this specialist technique. It should be viewed as additional qualification for a Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist, and other qualified practitioner. This course assumes knowledge of anatomy and physiology also basic knowledge of body acupuncture.
Chinese medical theory is an important content of Chinese Cosmetology on which acupuncture is based. However, in this specialist course it will only discuss Chinese Medical theory and diagnosis in relation to facial acupuncture and cosmetology. Since cosmetic acupuncture is the one of the main focus, points relating to the face and Chinese cosmetology only will be taught. This course emphasises on hands-on clinical training and practice, with a final examination.
Those who wish to acquire knowledge in the practice of Chinese medicine should consider our DCMAc & DCHAc postgraduate diploma course.
Course structure
This diploma course consists of 24 modules being covered in one and a half years. Two modules are held during the weekend. For specific dates please see the PDF file above for course details and booking form.
For acupuncture practitioners who are unable to attend the full diploma, may attend any modules of interest as a one-off continuing professional development course, or a combination of modules for CPD credits. A certificate of attendance will be issued with 6 CPD credits for each module.
Course content
-
Theories
-
Basic concept of Chinese Cosmetology
-
Qi Blood, Body fluid in Chinese Cosmetology
-
Organ relationship in Chinese Cosmetology
-
Five Zang organs: the heart (including the pericardium), lung, spleen, liver, and kidney.
-
Six Fu organs: the gall bladder, stomach, large intestine, small intestine, urinary bladder and Triple Energizer
-
Meridians in Chinese Cosmetology: 12 regular plus two extra meridians
-
Etiologic and treatment principles of Chinese Cosmetology
-
Diagnosis and syndrome differentiation in Chinese Cosmetology
-
-
Cosmetic Acupuncture
-
Facial anatomy in relation to acupuncture points
-
Commonly used cosmetic acupuncture points and locations on the face, head and neck
-
Other points used in Cosmetic Acupuncture
-
Techniques: use of needles, insertion and manipulation
-
-
Cosmetic Acupuncture with electro- acupuncture and energy stimulation on the face
-
Discussion on equipment, needles and Chinese Herbal product for beauty
-
Ear acupuncture for beauty
-
Cosmetic massage therapy and cupping techniques
-
Treatment
-
Skin – aging, wrinkles, facial, neck, spot, acne, skin rejuvenation, cellulite
-
Hair – hair lost, hair care
-
Facial appearance – eye bags, dark circles
-
-
Obesity management and body toning
-
Cultivating health and enhance beauty in general – Chinese concept of biological age
Chinese Herbal Materia Medica & Prescription
Herbal Medicine Materia Medica & Prescription Diploma 2010-2012
Duration: 2 years (28 Modules)
Course Overview
Chinese Herbal Materia Medica is an important part in the practice of Chinese medicine. A physician needs thorough knowledge of at least 200 herbs and 100 formulations in order to individualised their prescription to their patients.
Chinese Herbal Materia Medica is not just a scholarly subject but also an important tool for
clinicians. This course uses an innovative approach in teaching the practitioners who are
already using patent medicine but wishes to go on to issuing individualised herbal
prescription. It is intended for the graduate of the DCMAc and DCHAc diploma course or
equivalent qualification.
Course structure
The course consists of 28 modules being covered in two years. Two modules are given at a time at the weekend. For specific dates please see booking form.
Course content
This course includes dispensary practice, prescription tuition with patients, clinical practice tests and examination.
Outline syllabus:
-
History and development of Chinese Herbal Medicine
-
Chinese herbal prescriptions
-
Classifications of Chinese herbs, illustrating the nature and functions of each herb within a TCM formula (including 200 single herbs and 100 formulae)
-
Chinese Herbal medicine – a pharmacological approach
-
Studies of herbs in terms of syndrome differentiation and pharmacology: herbs to
-
Relieve exterior syndrome
-
Eliminate heat
-
Promote purgation
-
Harmonise
-
Warm the interior
-
Tonify
-
Disperse
-
Regulate Qi
-
Regulate blood
-
Promote astringency
-
Restore consciousness
-
Relive spasm
-
-
The principles of composing the 100 classical formulae
-
Dispensary practice – herbs tasting and recognition
-
Prescription practice – composing formulae with patients
-
Clinical tests with tutors
Course Administrator
Call our Course Administrator today for further information!
+44(020) 7388 6704 | 
+44(020) 7387 8081 | 
Email Us
