Licensing and Certification of Acupuncturists and Oriental Medicine Practitioners Graduates of the MSOM and MAc programs are eligible to apply for acupuncture licensure in the state of Oregon. MSOM graduates are eligible to take all exams administered by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM), which most states use as a basis for licensure. MAc graduates are eligible to take all NCCAOM exams except the Chinese Herbology Module exam, which is required for licensure in some states. For additional information, contact NCCAOM, 76 South Laura St., Suite 1290, Jacksonville, FL 32202, 904.598.5001, www.info@ nccaom.org. In addition, the MSOM program is approved by the California Acupuncture Board, allowing graduates to sit for the California licensing exam, and is on the state of New Mexico education program approved list. The MAc program does not meet licensing requirements for the state of California or the state of New Mexico. For additional information concerning acupuncture licensure in the state of California, contact the California Acupuncture Board, 444 N. 3rd Street, Suite 260, Sacramento, CA 95814-0226, 916.445.3021, www.acupuncture.ca.gov. For additional information concerning licensure in the state of New Mexico, contact The Board of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, 2550 Cerrillos Road, Santa Fe, NM 87505, 505.476.4630, http://www.rld.state.nm.us/boards/Acupuncture_and_ Oriental_Medicine.aspx.
Master of Science in Oriental Medicine MSOM Course Descriptions Acu-Moxa Points and Techniques Series The first hands-on exposure to acupuncture techniques starts in the first quarter of the first year with the Auricular Points class. The Acu-Moxa Points and Techniques I-VI series begins in the second year with two quarters of point location integrated with the therapeutic actions of the points. The subsequent two quarters focus on a more detailed exploration of channel pathways and point combining principles. The final two quarters focus on the art of point prescribing and treatment protocols. The more advanced courses begin with a focus on established protocols that correspond to specific diagnostic patterns used in Chinese medicine. Subsequent courses explore case analysis, the development of appropriate treatment principles and the creation of individualized point prescriptions. Treatment skills begin in Techniques III with the introduction of needling techniques, as well as a variety of adjunct techniques such as cupping and moxibustion. Advanced needling techniques are taught throughout the Techniques IV-VI courses.
CCM 540 – Auricular Points
(1.5 lecture credits) Students are introduced to acupuncture point location by gaining hands-on experience with the most used and researched microsystem in Chinese medicine, the ear. The Chinese system of auricular therapy is presented, along with some French auriculo-medicine. The focus is on learning the anatomy of the ear and the identification of acupuncture points that are useful for both diagnosis and treatment. Auricular points are widely used in public health and addiction rehabilitation settings, and can be stimulated with ear acupressure pellets to extend the effect of acupuncture treatments.
CCM 512/522 – Acu-Moxa Points I, II (Point Actions)
(3 lecture credits each) These courses focus on the therapeutic actions of points. Location, name, and category information are reviewed in the context of learning the traditional functions, as well as specific symptomatic indications for each point. Therapeutic functions correspond to treatment principles derived from Chinese pattern differentiation. Both Eastern and Western diseases are correlated to complete the therapeutic understanding of the point’s potential 58
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CCM 632 – Acu-Moxa Points VI
range and repertoire for treatment. Prerequisite for 512: second-year status Corequisite for 512: concurrent enrollment in CCM 513 (Tech I) Prerequisites for 522: CCM 512 & 513 (Pts & Tech I) Corequisite for 522: concurrent enrollment in CCM 523 (Tech II)
CCM 532 – Acu-Moxa Points III
(3 lecture credits) This course provides students with a thorough understanding of the complete Jing Luo system. Students learn about the physiological functions, pathogenic indications and clinical significance of the 12 regular channels, 12 divergent branches, 12 sinews, 12 cutaneous zones, 15 collaterals, 8 extraordinary vessels, grandson collaterals and superficial collaterals. Understanding the distribution of all of the sub-channels is intimately related to the clinical application of these theories. Prerequisite: CCM 522 Corequisite: concurrent enrollment in CCM 533
CCM 612 – Acu-Moxa Points IV
(3 lecture credits) This course focuses on combining points in mini prescriptions. Principles of point combining are introduced, followed by classic two- and three-point combinations. Five-Element and Extraordinary Vessel protocols are presented, as well as organ, pathogen and vital substance treatment plans. Protocols based on classical treatment principles and therapeutic strategies are emphasized. Students learn the basic principles of acupuncture by focusing on the management of shen and qi. Fundamental needle and moxibustion techniques are applied according to relevant syndromes; specific technical patterns are correlated with appropriate points, syndromes and the patient’s constitution. Further strategies are presented for applying point combinations according to specific diagnostic methodologies, including Chinese herbal theory and the eight parameters. Prerequisite: CCM 532 Corequisite: concurrent enrollment in CCM 613
CCM 622 – Acu-Moxa Points V
(3 lecture credits) This course focuses on point prescriptions designed to address diseases and symptoms that are commonly seen in a clinical setting. Class discussions focus on diagnostic differentiation, treatment principles, key points, and basic prescriptions in order to develop a repertoire of treatment plans and model the creation of well-crafted prescriptions. Prerequisite: CCM 612 Corequisite: concurrent enrollment in CCM 623
(3 lecture credits) This course is specifically designed to integrate and put into practice all the elements that have been learned during previous courses in preparation for clinical internship. Each week students are presented with three actual cases to analyze outside of class. Students analyze a patient’s signs and symptoms, arrive at a diagnosis and treatment plan, and then devise a point prescription complete with the rationale for each point. This is presented and debated in class with fellow students and the instructor. Prerequisite: CCM 622 Corequisite: concurrent enrollment in CCM 633
CCM 739 – Acu-Moxa Review
(1 lecture credit) This course is offered during the fall quarter of the final year in preparation for national board exams. The course highlights all essential aspects of acupuncture and Asian medical theory through a series of mock exams, discussion and question/answer sessions. Prerequisite: CCM 633
Acu-Moxa Techniques This series of six courses focuses on developing diagnostic and treatment skills. The format is typically a combination of lecture and demonstration, followed by a practice session in which students work on each other under the observation and guidance of experienced supervisors. These classes are designed to develop the fundamental technical skills necessary to function in a clinical setting. Techniques I-III constitute the first year, Techniques IV-VI the second.
CCM 513/523 – Acu-Moxa Techniques I, II (Point Location)
(2 lecture credits each) These two courses focus on learning to accurately locate all of the standard points on the 14 primary channels using the Chinese system of anatomical measurement, as well as a cultivated ability to directly perceive the points. Students contemplate and meditate on a specific channel, and then practice locating it on their classmates. The focus is on the development of skills that will bring clinical success and patient satisfaction. Classical approaches from source texts are integrated into the class. Prerequisite for 513: second-year status Corequisite for 513: concurrent enrollment in CCM 512 (Pts I) Prerequisites for 523: CCM 512 & 513 (Pts & Tech I) Corequisite: concurrent enrollment in CCM 522 (Pts II)
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