Introduction
Acupuncture For Health Professionals is a continuing education program based WHO outlines for regulate health professionals interested in integrating Acupuncture into their practice. This program is 240 hours fundamental acupuncture training, which special prepared for registered nurse, midwifery, physical therapist, and registered massage therapist, chiropractor, physician, and dentist.
Acupuncture is an effective and simple treatment approach based on traditional 2500 years history and current concepts of neurophysiology, neuroanatomy, and pathophysiology. Insertion of solid needles and use of manipulation techniques or electrical stimulation are the foundation of this approach.
Acupuncture effects on humans include general relaxation, pain modulation, changes in autonomic activity (vasomotor tone, cardiac rhythm, peristalsis, abdominal visceral rhythm), diverse neuroendocrine and immune responses and a feeling of psychophysical well being.
Course Objectives
A health professional finishing this course will be able to design effective and safe acupuncture treatments for pain and visceral dysfunction, and common states of disregulation.
Course Description
The Canadian Academy of Acupuncture for Health Professionals is a practical training program that consists of five three-day weekend units (126 contact hours) plus a concurrent self-directed home study portion (114 hours). The program is skill based and clinically oriented, with over 80 hours devoted to practical workshops such as surface anatomy palpation, insertion needling skills, fundamental acupuncture manupilation techniques, specific condition treatment plan design, and real patient’s clinical treatment practices. This hands-on approach helps participants consistently achieve the program’s objectives.
Target Audience
Registered nurse, Midwifery, Physicians, Chiropractors, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Naturopaths, Massage Therapists.
Registration does not necessarily mean acceptance to course, all applicants must first be approved by Credentials Committee.
Learning Resources
• A variety of resources are used to facilitate the participant's learning process.
• Point location and anatomy slide collection: specially designed to illustrate surface anatomy and deep anatomy relationships with acupuncture points.
• Clinical skills clinical practices: on point location, needling techniques, manipulation techniques, and clinical applications.
• Problem-solving clinical paper case review: individual or small group evaluation of one or more cases with subsequent class discussion. Provided in every Unit.
• Patient Demonstration: each Unit includes one or more real case demonstration.
• Written Tests: designed to evaluate student progress, there is one administered at the beginning of each class.
• Handouts of Foundation of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture, complete works of Chinese acupuncture and moxibustion: Edited from Dr. Wang Xuetai etc. These handouts present the original system used throughout the traditional Chinese medical training.
• Diagram of Chinese Acupoints: written by Dr. Wan Lingling etc., it contains a standardized description of the 361 acupuncture points based on the International Anatomical Nomenclature.
• Handouts of Acupuncture Treatment: Edited from Dr. Cheng Xinnong etc. It contains the treatment plan design for common internal disease, muscular skeletal pain, pediatric condition, gynecological and other disorders.
Aesthetic
Our Aesthetic program consists of the most modern and advanced techniques in the Aesthetic Industry covering all the basic services required by today's professional Aesthetician.
Course Objective
The curriculum is designed for the Aesthetician who wants to complement basic services with full spa treatments. This program allows our graduate students and industry professionals to become well qualified and trained in the latest Aesthetic procedures.
Aestheticians work independently within a clinical setting such as a skin care clinic or salon. Although they also perform spa services, they concentrate mainly on the clinical aspects of skin care catering primarily to the rejuvenation and relaxation aspect of Aesthetics.
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Basic Theory
Nail Care Technician
Waxing
Body Massage
Electrolysis
Skin Care/Dermatologist
Chemistry
Clinical Lab Studies Amendment
Registered Aesthetic Diploma students must complete the clinical component of study for a total of 240 hours. Students are required to finish 240 practical hours on site.
his component of study is a vital part of the course structure as it prepares students for daily activities associated with the spa industry.
This opportunity allows students to practice their trained skills and techniques on the public before entering the industry, building confidence, speed and precision
Course Objective
The curriculum is designed for the Aesthetician who wants to complement basic services with full spa treatments. This program allows our graduate students and industry professionals to become well qualified and trained in the latest Aesthetic procedures.
Aestheticians work independently within a clinical setting such as a skin care clinic or salon. Although they also perform spa services, they concentrate mainly on the clinical aspects of skin care catering primarily to the rejuvenation and relaxation aspect of Aesthetics.
Click below to view each course outline
Basic Theory
Nail Care Technician
Waxing
Body Massage
Electrolysis
Skin Care/Dermatologist
Chemistry
Clinical Lab Studies Amendment
Registered Aesthetic Diploma students must complete the clinical component of study for a total of 240 hours. Students are required to finish 240 practical hours on site.
his component of study is a vital part of the course structure as it prepares students for daily activities associated with the spa industry.
This opportunity allows students to practice their trained skills and techniques on the public before entering the industry, building confidence, speed and precision
Tuina Massage
Tuina is an ancient healing art and a very important component of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) alongside acupuncture, herbal prescriptions, medical qigong, etc.
This therapeutic approach is guided by TCM and was first used to treat paediatric disease through massage manipulations.
The Tui Na practitioner uses the hands to press on key points on the surface of the body (along the Jīng Luò – acupuncture channels – and acupuncture points) to stimulate the body’s own natural healing process. This is why tuina massage is sometimes reffered to as "acupressure". When these points are stimulated they release tension and increase the body’s circulation of Qì, Xuè (blood) and nutrients to bring about the body’s own natural healing process.
This therapeutic approach is guided by TCM and was first used to treat paediatric disease through massage manipulations.
The Tui Na practitioner uses the hands to press on key points on the surface of the body (along the Jīng Luò – acupuncture channels – and acupuncture points) to stimulate the body’s own natural healing process. This is why tuina massage is sometimes reffered to as "acupressure". When these points are stimulated they release tension and increase the body’s circulation of Qì, Xuè (blood) and nutrients to bring about the body’s own natural healing process.
Thai Massage
This course establishes the foundation of professional Thai massage. The concepts of meridians, energy lines (Sen), and Yin and Yang are introduced. This course covers practical aspects such as stretches, acupressure points, proper use of body weight, and techniques using thumbs, palms, elbows, and feet. Additional emphasis is placed on deep, focused abdominal (Hara) work. A total of 63 different techniques and movements to be used in this massage.
At the end of the course, students will be able to perform an effective 1½ hour treatment sequence covering the front (lying on the back) and the back part of the body.
At the end of the course, students will be able to perform an effective 1½ hour treatment sequence covering the front (lying on the back) and the back part of the body.
Swedish Massage
Learn the theory of massage and practical massage routines for the whole body.
Receive a massage while you learn!
This module offers a wonderful introduction to the fundamental techniques of massage covering the basic physiology of Swedish massage, applying Swedish massage techniques and learning a full body Swedish massage sequence.
Become familiar with different massage oils, skin conditions, benefits of massage and even an introduction to pregnancy massage.
This course is always enjoyed thoroughly by all participants and is a great introduction to the world of massage. You may find this is something you would like to pursue as a career, so what better way to find out than to try it!
Receive a massage while you learn!
This module offers a wonderful introduction to the fundamental techniques of massage covering the basic physiology of Swedish massage, applying Swedish massage techniques and learning a full body Swedish massage sequence.
Become familiar with different massage oils, skin conditions, benefits of massage and even an introduction to pregnancy massage.
This course is always enjoyed thoroughly by all participants and is a great introduction to the world of massage. You may find this is something you would like to pursue as a career, so what better way to find out than to try it!
Shiatsu
Learn about ki, meridian pathways, pressure through body, breath awareness, yin and yang and more through this wonderful Shiatsu course.
This module will demonstrate the philosophy and basic techniques for performing a sensitive and effective Shiatsu massage. You will gain an understanding of the Hara, postural maintenance and the fundamental Shiatsu sequences, the origins and history of shiatsu and how it is different from any other form of massage.
This module will demonstrate the philosophy and basic techniques for performing a sensitive and effective Shiatsu massage. You will gain an understanding of the Hara, postural maintenance and the fundamental Shiatsu sequences, the origins and history of shiatsu and how it is different from any other form of massage.
Reflexology
What is Reflexology?
Reflexology is a focused pressure technique, usually directed at the feet or hands. It is based on the premise that there are zones and reflexes on different parts of the body which corresponds to and are relative to all parts, glands and organs of the entire body.
How Does It Work?
When the reflexes are stimulated, the body's natural electrical energy works along the nervous system to clear any blockages in the corresponding zones. A reflexology session seems to break up deposits (felt as a sandy or gritty area under the skin) which may interfere with this natural flow of the body's energy.
Manipulating specific reflexes removes stress, activating a parasympathetic response in the body to enable the disharmonies to be released by a physiological change in the body. With stress removed and circulation improved, the body is allowed to return to a state of homeostasis.
Homeostasis is the "automatic" process that the body incorporates to bring it back to the "normal" state. For example, if the blood pressure is abnormal, the kidneys will secrete the enzyme renin which is involved with blood pressure, and the hormone, erythropoietin that increases the rate of red blood cell production.
What Are The Benefits?
Reflexology demonstrates four (4) main benefits:
Relaxation with the removal of stress.
Enhanced circulation.
Assists the body to normalize metabolism naturally.
Complements all other healing modalities.
Indications and Reasons for Referral:
Types of people seeking reflexology sessions are of all ages, but approximately 70% are females. These people are usually health conscious and wish to explore health alternatives. The vast majority of clients usually realize the benefits of reducing stress from a reflexology session which in turn minimizes physical symptoms.
Usually, referrals are made in conjunction with other existing forms of therapy to supplement ongoing medical treatments. Reflexology has been known to help clients deal with physiological symptoms such as the side effects of cancer chemotherapy.
Reflexology may be performed on everyone, from the newborn to the elderly. It can be used for a general "tune-up" or for an unhealthy body. It can be used throughout pregnancy, or pre surgically and post surgically. In all cases, common sense should be used in selecting this therapy.
Reflexology is a focused pressure technique, usually directed at the feet or hands. It is based on the premise that there are zones and reflexes on different parts of the body which corresponds to and are relative to all parts, glands and organs of the entire body.
How Does It Work?
When the reflexes are stimulated, the body's natural electrical energy works along the nervous system to clear any blockages in the corresponding zones. A reflexology session seems to break up deposits (felt as a sandy or gritty area under the skin) which may interfere with this natural flow of the body's energy.
Manipulating specific reflexes removes stress, activating a parasympathetic response in the body to enable the disharmonies to be released by a physiological change in the body. With stress removed and circulation improved, the body is allowed to return to a state of homeostasis.
Homeostasis is the "automatic" process that the body incorporates to bring it back to the "normal" state. For example, if the blood pressure is abnormal, the kidneys will secrete the enzyme renin which is involved with blood pressure, and the hormone, erythropoietin that increases the rate of red blood cell production.
What Are The Benefits?
Reflexology demonstrates four (4) main benefits:
Relaxation with the removal of stress.
Enhanced circulation.
Assists the body to normalize metabolism naturally.
Complements all other healing modalities.
Indications and Reasons for Referral:
Types of people seeking reflexology sessions are of all ages, but approximately 70% are females. These people are usually health conscious and wish to explore health alternatives. The vast majority of clients usually realize the benefits of reducing stress from a reflexology session which in turn minimizes physical symptoms.
Usually, referrals are made in conjunction with other existing forms of therapy to supplement ongoing medical treatments. Reflexology has been known to help clients deal with physiological symptoms such as the side effects of cancer chemotherapy.
Reflexology may be performed on everyone, from the newborn to the elderly. It can be used for a general "tune-up" or for an unhealthy body. It can be used throughout pregnancy, or pre surgically and post surgically. In all cases, common sense should be used in selecting this therapy.
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