Introduction to Acupuncture (Module 1 Only) 2025

Introduction to Acupuncture (Module 1 Only) 2025 is organized by Southeast Sports Seminars and will be held from Jan 24 - 26, 2025 at Fairfield Inn & Suites West Palm Beach, West Palm Beach, Florida, United States of America.

Description:
In this hybrid course, we will cover Guidelines and standards for clean and safe clinical practice of acupuncture. Clean needle technique lecture emphasis is placed on safety, hygiene, proper needle sterilization and disposal of bio-hazardous waste.

This comprehensive 25-hour course provides a deep dive into the core principles of acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine. The curriculum covers the pivotal Back Shu and Front Mu (Alarm) points, the Laws of Excess and Deficiency, and the role of seasonal changes on human health. Attendees will gain practical insights through demonstrations of commonly used acupuncture points, including Dr. Jon Sunderladge's patterns I and II, and will master the Clean Needle Technique, emphasizing safety, hygiene, and waste disposal. The course culminates with an in-depth exploration of the twelve main meridians, focusing on their location, function, and clinical application, supported by hands-on laboratory sessions for point location and needle insertion techniques.

Course Blueprint:
Complete 6 Hours of Online Coursework
Utilizing several teaching styles for diverse learners, you'll work through a mixture of video lectures and review presentation materials, completing quizzes through our online learning platform prior to attending the in-person weekend.

Attend 25 hrs of In-Person Instruction over One Three-Day Weekend
To complete the full course, you'll attend one in-person weekend session where you'll engage in hands-on instruction and demonstration in a dynamic learning environment.

Who Can Take This Course?
This program is specifically for doctors, doctoral/professional students, and other licensed health care professionals interested in learning acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) adjunctive therapies.

Course Format
Prior to each live, in-person course, you'll be required to complete an online course module between 4-6hrs in length.  Within each module is a series of video lectures and quizzes to test your knowledge and mastery of the content.  You must complete the online coursework AND attend all in-person courses to complete the program.