Syllabus for TCM Theory
Students will gain a detailed theoretical understanding of the TCM approach to:
Anatomy and Physiology, Disease aetiology, Diagnostic methods, Treatment principles, and therapeutic modalities such as Acupuncture, Moxibustion, and Cupping. The syllabus also covers pattern differentiation, point selection strategies, and the application of TCM to treat disease, prevent illness and promote health. It lays a robust theoretical groundwork for the safe, effective clinical practice of this time-honoured healing tradition.
- History and Classical sources of Chinese Medicine
- Philosophical foundations of Chinese Medicine
- Yin Yang theory
- Wu Xing theory (Five Phases theory)
- The Five Vital Substances
- Anatomy and physiology of TCM
- Zangfu theory
- Detailed analysis of the functions of each Zangfu
- Jingluo theory
- Location of Acupuncture points – theory and practice
- Causes of disharmony and disease
- Methods of treatment
- Principles of therapeutics
- Acupuncture
- Moxibustion
- Dietary therapy
- Other TCM treatment methods such as Cupping
- Differentiation of Patterns of Disharmony
- Ba Gang theory (the Eight Principles)
- Detailed analysis of the Patterns of Disharmony of each Zangfu
- Diagnostic method – the Four Examinations
- Pulse diagnosis
- Tongue diagnosis
- Principles and priorities of Treatment
- Classification and action of Points
- Acupuncture Point selection
- Needling technique
- Treatment techniques
- Patient management
- Interpersonal and Communication Skills
- Clinical Management
- The treatment of common diseases – Aetiology and Pathology of Disease
- The treatment of common diseases – with reference to Western pathology and Disease differentiation including:
- Infectious diseases
- Pain management
- Respiratory diseases
- Headache
- Rheumatism and arthritis
- Digestive diseases
- Cardio-vascular disorders
- Skin disease
- Back pain
- Emotional and mental disorders
- Childhood disorders
- Gynaecological disorders
- Infertility
- Urogenital disorders
- Eating and dietary irregularities
- Congenital and acquired deficiencies
- Introduction to Western Pharmacology – drug side effects and withdrawal
- Clinical techniques and procedures – including sterile procedures
- Clinical Management
- The procedures and ethics of Referral
- Professional Ethics and Codes of Practice
- Consultation, referral and liaison procedures.
- Syllabus for the Clinical Training
- Syllabus for the Western Medical Sciences module