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.
Foundations of Chinese Medicine
1 year
During 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.
Acupuncture
2 years
During 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.
Chinese Herbal Medicine
2 years
The 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.
Tuina
2 years
During 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.
Foundations of Western Medicine
1 year
This 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.
More than 30 years of expertise
SNRO
accredited
Internship in Shenzhou clinic
Very experienced teacher team
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.
Integrative Medicine, part 2 – Research and Practice recording
All forms of IM share one key feature: they integrate the personal features of a patient in the diagnosis and treatment. This puts some specific demands on how you investigate IM therapies. Orthodox medicine research focuses on the effect on single clinical points such as the main symptom. IM uses more personal features and specific symptoms to evaluate the person’s progress and quality of life.
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15 days Online Chinese Herbal Medicine-Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Unit Two
These online seminars aim to provide an opportunity to those who have qualified as acupuncturists & Tuina practitioners to learn the basic knowledge of the most commonly used single herbs and the classic herbal formulas used in the clinic.
Indicative teaching contents
The total learning is 15 days, which is divided into three units. Each unit includes 5 study days.
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Lower limbs Musculoskeletal Pain – pathology and treatment by Acupuncture and Osteopathy
Musculoskeletal pain is one of the most frequent reason for consultation in my own clinic.
In my experience, Acupuncture and Osteopathic medicine are two effective techniques and they are synergistic in treating pain.
Often pain is generically reported to a small or a widespread area of a joint, together with somewhat rigidity and it can be difficult to identify the Acupuncture Channel interested by a musculoskeletal pain.
Osteopathic manipulative treatment’s aim is to bring back joints in their physiological position, reduce pain and limitation of the movement, and help to identify the channel that needs to be treated with Acupuncture.
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Cosmetic Acupuncture
This 2 day workshop will introduce you to the world of cosmetic acupuncture focusing on the theory and the practice.
Cosmetic acupuncture is a safe and interesting alternative to fillers and other popular, but invasive cosmetic treatments. It has TCM roots and uses a holistic approach to the topic of beauty.
The workshop is divided in two parts.The first day we will learn about the aging and regeneration processes of the skin from a Western medical point of view,including anatomical and physiological aspects explaining the function,aging and regeneration of the skin.
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Fu’s Subcutaneous Needling
Fu’s Subcutaneous Needling ( FSN) is a new acupuncture technique developed by dr. Zhong-hua Fu in the 1990s. This acupuncture technique uses a modified acupuncture needle to stimulate areas near to trigger or Ashi points, so as to treat musculoskeletal and other conditions.
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Landscape and architecture – Names of acupuncture points and their functions
In Yellow Emperor’s Classic of Internal Medicine, it indicates where the Qi flows out gets a related name on the point. In the book Additional Essential Prescriptions Worth a Thousand Gold, it states that the names of acupuncture points are not from fantasy but are given with profound thought and deep meanings.
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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.
Study information
The School
Internship
Teaching and clinic training team
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