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.
Online- 8 days Mental and Psychosomatic Disorders (8-1)
The mental and psychosomatic disorders are often seen in TCM practice. The therapies, particularly acupuncture, herbs, Tuina and lifestyle advice can reduce the suffering of the patients as in TCM mind and body are closely linked together, and the Seven Emotions are considered as the causative factors of disorders. In this webinar series, Dr. Yifan Yang will put her study and experience both in China and in the West together, to discuss a series of mental and psychosomatic disorders and the possibility of treatment in TCM in a dynamic way. Meanwhile, she will give valuable advice and tips for therapy selection, sequence, prognosis, cautions, limitations as well as how to work together with present psychotherapies and medications in western medicine.
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Five Element Acupuncture
As an ancient healing system for the modern world, Five Element Acupuncture is a classical school of acupuncture that treats people not only physically but also mentally and spiritually.
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Online- 8 days Mental and Psychosomatic Disorders (8-2)
The mental and psychosomatic disorders are often seen in TCM practice. The therapies, particularly acupuncture, herbs, Tuina and lifestyle advice can reduce the suffering of the patients as in TCM mind and body are closely linked together, and the Seven Emotions are considered as the causative factors of disorders. In this webinar series, Dr. Yifan Yang will put her study and experience both in China and in the West together, to discuss a series of mental and psychosomatic disorders and the possibility of treatment in TCM in a dynamic way. Meanwhile, she will give valuable advice and tips for therapy selection, sequence, prognosis, cautions, limitations as well as how to work together with present psychotherapies and medications in western medicine.
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Vijf Behandel methodes binnen Tuina & Afslanken en cosmetische behandelingen
Eerste dag gaan we kijken naar de mogelijkheden van acupunctuur, tuina en kruiden bij de ondersteuning van gewichtsverlies. Specifieke naaldtechnieken worden voorgedaan en geoefend op elkaar. Dit geldt ook voor de manipulaties.
Tweede dag gaan we kijken naar de Vijf Therapieën. Dit zijn HUIDTHERAPIE, VATTHERAPIE, VLEESTHERAPIE, PEESTHERAPIE en BOTTHERAPIE. Gebruikmakende van onze Tuina manipulaties kunnen een specifieke therapie toepassen voor allerlei klachten.
第一天，我们将探讨针灸、推拿和中药在支持减肥方面的可能性。我们将演示和练习特定的针灸技术，这也适用于按摩手法。
第二天，我们将学习五种疗法，分别是皮疗法、络疗法、肉疗法、筋疗法和骨疗法。通过运用推拿手法，我们可以为各种疾病应用特定的疗法。
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Lyme Disease
Lyme disease is a medical condition that was first observed and described in 1975 in Lyme, Connecticut, in the United States. The causative agent of this illness is transmitted through the bite of a tick. Many people are familiar with the characteristic skin rash, joint pain, and neurological symptoms that can be associated with this condition. Of course, there is much more to be said about Lyme disease.
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Online- 8 days Mental and Psychosomatic Disorders (8-3)
The mental and psychosomatic disorders are often seen in TCM practice. The therapies, particularly acupuncture, herbs, Tuina and lifestyle advice can reduce the suffering of the patients as in TCM mind and body are closely linked together, and the Seven Emotions are considered as the causative factors of disorders. In this webinar series, Dr. Yifan Yang will put her study and experience both in China and in the West together, to discuss a series of mental and psychosomatic disorders and the possibility of treatment in TCM in a dynamic way. Meanwhile, she will give valuable advice and tips for therapy selection, sequence, prognosis, cautions, limitations as well as how to work together with present psychotherapies and medications in western medicine.
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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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