Description

PIHMA's Master of Science in Acupuncture (MSAc) program is a comprehensive, full-time curriculum designed to equip students with a profound understanding of holistic healthcare practices. With a curriculum that mirrors our doctoral degree, the MSAc program places a strong emphasis on acupuncture as the primary treatment modality, complemented by an introduction to herbal medicine. Over the course of approximately four years, students delve into Eastern and Western diagnostic techniques, preparing them to expertly assess patients and administer a range of treatments including acupuncture, cupping, moxibustion, tui na, and Asian nutritional counseling. Our program is tailored to accommodate individual student needs, allowing for a flexible pace of study to best align with personal commitments. Graduates emerge with a diverse skill set, ready to implement effective treatment strategies, discuss patient concerns with healthcare providers, and operate successful practices guided by ethical and professional standards. Additionally, completion of the program qualifies students to sit for national board examinations, marking a significant milestone in their journey towards becoming accomplished acupuncturists.

Course Curriculum

Year One Semester One: Orientation Oriental Medical Theory I Point Location & Meridians I Materials & Methods Anatomy & Physiology I Western Medical Terminology History of Medicine & Integrative Medicine Qi Gong I Clinic Preparation and Procedures I Public Health & Prevention Semester Two: Oriental Medical Theory II Point Location & Meridians II Acupuncture Practicum I Point Energetics I Oriental Medical Diagnosis & Practicum Anatomy & Physiology II Practice Management Module A Tai Chi Clinical Observation I Year Two Semester Three: Oriental Medical Theory III Acupuncture Practicum II Point Energetics II Anatomy & Physiology III Biochemistry Fundamentals of Herbal Medicine Qi Gong II Clinical Observation II Semester Four: Oriental Medical Pathology I OM Nutrition Tui Na I Research Design Counseling & Communication Practice Management Module B Clinical Internship IA Integrative Nutrition Year Three Semester Five: Oriental Medical Pathology II Microbiology Western Pathophysiology I Evidence-Based Clinical Practice Tui Na II Clinic Preparation and Procedures II Clinical Internship IB Clinical Internship IC Semester Six: Applied Channel Theory Western Clinical Diagnosis Western Pathophysiology II Integrative Case Management Collaborative Care Practice Management Module C Clinical Internship 2A Clinical Internship 2B Clinical Internship 2C Year Four Semester Seven: Classics Seminar Terminal Competencies of Acupuncture Pharmacology Acu‐Microsystems Practicum Western Physical Exam Techniques Clinic Prep & Procedures Clinical Internship 3A Clinical Internship 3B Semester Eight: Advanced Clinical Techniques Integrative Clinical Diagnosis Professional Development & Leadership Professional Ethics Practice Management Module D Integrative Clinic A Integrative Clinic B Integrative Clinic C

Trainer Expertise

ACUPUNCTURE 260

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