Education in Traditional Chinese Medicine
As one of the SNRO-accredited institutes for Traditional Chinese Medicine in the Netherlands, we offer a unique curriculum in education in Acupuncture, Herbal Medicine, Tuina. Our more than 30 years of expertise in these programs brings Shenzhou Open University a remarkable reputation in this area, where both the school and its graduates can be proud of.
Seminars
We also regularly organize TCM seminars and MBK refresher courses. We hope to be able to offer you a good choice with this season’s offer.
Our TCM Training Program
We offer a complete package with practical training, so that you can register as a therapist at a professional association and start your own clinic after completing the study.
Western Medicine
More informationThis intensive training in Western medicine is designed for anyone who is studying physically based complementary medicine in order to gain knowledge in anatomy, physiology and pathology at a professional level.
Tuina
More informationDuring this course students are taught different techniques and applications of Tuina massage. This ancient technique of manipulation, originating in China, is applicable to treating various diseases. A solid knowledge of meridians and acupoints is necessary. Tuina massage is suitable for all adults and works especially well for children.
Herbal Medicine
More informationThe herbal medicine class introduces students in the knowledge of Chinese herbs and trains them to run a practice independently as well as to work safely, competently and effectively.
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Acupuncture
More informationThis vocational training course in acupuncture prepares students for their career as acupuncturists at a professional level. Students are introduced to the classical methods of TCM as well as the modern developments of TCM.
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Foundations of Chinese Medicine
More informationDuring this course students are taught the basic concepts of traditional Chinese medicine and are introduced to Chinese philosophy which forms the cornerstones of TCM. This part of your studies is the necessary foundation to be able to study further, specializing in Acupuncture, Chinese Herbal Medicine or Tuina.
TCM Seminars
Shenzhou Open University of TCM frequently organizes TCM and Western Medicine seminars. With our program for this season, we hope to offer you a good choice.
The Art of Change
The Shang Han Lun is not a formula handbook. It is a living medical system that reveals how disease transforms, how treatment changes physiology, and how herbs function dynamically within precise clinical strategies. Paul Freedmans’ teaching focuses on entering this…
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Qigong Health Excercises
Medical Qigong is one of the oldest therapeutic methods within Traditional Chinese Medicine. It has long been applied both for the personal development of practitioners and as a supportive approach in patient care. This course offers a practical introduction to…
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Pain, new insights
Within the physiology and the pathophysiology the phenomenon pain has since long time been explained from the ‘tissue damage – cable model’. Think for example of the five characteristics of the physiological response to tissue damage: rubor, tumor, calor, dolor…
Read more Basic Introduction to Qigong
This course introduces the principles and techniques of Qigong, focusing on self-improvement and the cultivation of energy and vitality in support of health and well-being. It may be of particular interest to practitioners of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), including acupuncturists,…
Read moreTraditional Formulae for Treating Modern Diseases
In the busy setting of an acupuncture practice, a TCM practitioner can at times use ready-made Chinese herbal medicines (patent formulas) to enhance and consolidate the therapeutic effects of acupuncture, or to compensate for acupuncture’s limitations so as to treat…
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Fu’s Subcutaneous Needling Technique
In this two-days seminar, Dr. Wu will introduce the theories behind FSN and discuss its classical and scientific background. He will also demonstrate the FSN technique on patients and conduct hands-on practice on how to use and manipulation the technique.…
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Wrist-Ankle Acupuncture
Wrist-Ankle Acupuncture (WAA) is an acupuncture technique invented in 1975 by Professor Zhang Xinshu. WAA involves the stimulation of 12 acupuncture points located in the wrist and ankle through the insertion of subcutaneous needles that are left in place and…
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Acupuncture for Liver Disorders in Traditional Chinese Medicine
This seminar aims to provide participants with a practical understanding of diagnosing and treating Liver disorders using TCM acupuncture. Participants will explore classical TCM concepts, learn modern clinical applications, and develop skills to integrate acupuncture with other therapeutic approaches. By…
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Our full range of training courses are accredited by SNRO at HBO bachelor level with 240 ECs.
(incl. Basic Medical Knowledge 40 EC)
More information about SOU
With more than 30 years of teaching experience behind us, we have built an excellent reputation in our field, which the school and alumni can be proud of.
