Chinese Medicine Degree Programs

Find Chinese medicine degree programs in the United States and
Canada. Chinese medicine degree programs are becoming more and more
popular. Students interested in enrolling in one of several Chinese
medicine degree programs will find that a great number of alternative
and Oriental medicine schools offer these programs, and certificate
courses.

For example, students participating in Bachelor of Applied Science
Chinese medicine degree program will gain a wealth of knowledge and
skills in complementary medical systems (Chinese medicine and Western
medicine) entailing coursework and practical training in acupuncture,
herbal medicine, massage therapy (Tuina – Chinese medical massage),
and nutrition. In addition to clinical subjects, students
participating in Chinese medicine degree programs will acquire
in-depth knowledge about anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, pathology
and traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) theories and history.

Students may also engage in a masters of science in Oriental medicine
course. This Chinese medicine degree program provides students with a
four-year curriculum that trains future practitioners in classical
Chinese medicine; preparing candidates to become licensed in the art
of acupuncture and Oriental medicine. In many cases, most states
require national certification from the National Certification
Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) prior to
attaining licensure.

Furthermore, if you're like most ambitious students, you can opt to
enroll in a dual Chinese medicine degree program where you can attain
both your degree in classical Chinese medicine and in naturopathy.
These Chinese medicine degree training programs do require a fair
amount of time and dedication; often lasting about 6 years in
duration. In addition, like many conventional degrees, earning your
Chinese medicine degree at one of several healing arts schools often
means that you must have had attained prior formal education and
training from one of several traditional colleges and/or universities.

If you (or someone you know) are interested in finding Chinese
medicine degree programs, let education within fast-growing industries
like massage therapy, cosmetology, acupuncture, oriental medicine,
Reiki, and others get you started! Explore career school programs near
you.

Chinese Medicine Degree Programs

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*Resource Box:* CarolAnn Bailey-Lloyd - Freelance Writer and Web
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Schools [1], Chinese Medicine Degree [2] Programs, and other
Alternative Healing Schools.

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