Traditional Chinese Medicine - Acupuncture: Diploma
Description
This is a comprehensive program including courses in English and Mandarin language, communication, Ancient Chinese philosophy, and Western biomedical sciences which are necessary for the critical understanding and development of complex Traditional Chinese Medicine concepts. The curriculum has been designed to offer an education of significant breadth and rigour within the contexts of TCM/Acupuncture fundamental theory, diagnosis, treatment, and clinical practice. The program includes 460 hours of practice. Through these experiential learning activities, students will actively engage with the community.
Admission Requirements
In addition to the Faculty's Admission Requirements, which consist of KPU's undergraduate English Proficiency Requirement, the following program admission requirements apply:
- English 12 (or equivalent) with a minimum grade of B
- 60 undergraduate credits with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0
- Interview by the Program Coordinator and/or letters of reference, if requested
- Criminal record review issued by the British Columbia Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General
- Canadian CPR Level C Certificate; CPR certification must remain current throughout the program
Selection for admittance will be based upon fulfillment of the admission requirements and, if spaces are oversubscribed, GPA.
Curricular Requirements
The Diploma requires the completion of the following 86 credits, with a minimum grade of 'C' in all courses.
Year 1 |
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Semester 1 |
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ACUP 1100 | Acupuncture Fundamental Theory | 4 credits | |
ACUP 1110 | Mandarin Foundation for Traditional Chinese Medicine/Acupuncture | 3 credits | |
ACUP 1160 | Acupuncture Biomedical Foundation | 4 credits | |
ENGL 1100 | Introduction to University Writing | 3 credits | |
Semester 2 |
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ACUP 1200 | Acupuncture Diagnosis: Data Collection | 4 credits | |
ACUP 1210 | East Asian Health and Philosophy | 3 credits | |
ACUP 1230 | Acupuncture Meridian and Acupoint | 6 credits | |
ACUP 1260 | Acupuncture Medical Biochemistry and Microbiology | 3 credits | |
Year 2 |
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Semester 3 |
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ACUP 1180 | Acupuncture Practicum Introduction | 1 credit | |
ACUP 1300 | Acupuncture Diagnosis: Pattern Recognition | 4 credits | |
ACUP 1320 | Acupuncture Technique | 3 credits | |
ACUP 1330 | Acupuncture Therapy I | 3 credits | |
ACUP 1340 | Acupuncture Safety | 2 credits | |
ACUP 1360 | Acupuncture Introduction to Pathology | 2 credits | |
Semester 4 |
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ACUP 2100 | Introduction to Traditional Chinese Medicine History and Classics | 2 credits | |
ACUP 2130 | Acupuncture Therapy II | 3 credits | |
ACUP 2150 | Acupuncture Communication and Ethics | 2 credits | |
ACUP 2160 | Acupuncture Western Medical Diagnosis (Imaging and Lab Testing) | 2 credits | |
ACUP 2170 | Acupuncture Pharmacology | 2 credits | |
ACUP 2180 | Acupuncture Practicum (Supervised I) | 3 credits | |
Year 3 |
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Semester 5 |
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ACUP 2200 | Acupuncture Taiji/Qigong | 2 credits | |
ACUP 2220 | Advanced Acupuncture | 2 credits | |
ACUP 2230 | Acupuncture Case Study | 3 credits | |
ACUP 2240 | Acupuncture Tuina (Chinese style massage) | 3 credits | |
ACUP 2280 | Acupuncture Practicum (Supervised II) | 4 credits | |
Semester 6 |
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ACUP 2300 | Acupuncture Musculoskeletal Management | 2 credits | |
ACUP 2320 | Acupuncture Practice Transitions | 3 credits | |
ACUP 2340 | Acupuncture Practice Management and Regulation | 2 credits | |
ACUP 2360 | Acupuncture Shiliao and Nutrition | 2 credits | |
ACUP 2380 | Acupuncture Practicum (Independent) | 4 credits |
Credential Awarded
Upon successful completion of this program, students are eligible to receive a Diploma in Traditional Chinese Medicine - Acupuncture.
At a Glance
Faculty of Health
Program Type:
- Undergraduate
Credential Granted:
- Diploma
Offered At:
- Richmond
Start Date(s):
- September
Intake Type:
- Limited intake
Format:
- Full-time
Minimum Credits Required:
- 86
Instructional Cycle:
- Semester-based
Curriculum Effective Date:
- 1-Sep-2016