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Academic Philosophy

Just like the Vitruvian Man which represented the connection of humans to nature, Leonardo da Vinci’s goal and symbolism, our philosophy is to connect the microcosm (human body) to the macrocosm, (the universe). We achieve this by implementing a core competencies-based academic model focusing on merging the ancient heritage of the Traditional Chinese Medical system and the modern biomedical sciences, empowering our students to achieve the skills, knowledge and confidence for a rewarding, successful career in the evolving integrative healthcare system. 

“As it is outside, so it is inside”

Ancient proverb

Virtuvian man

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Flexible, Modular, Blended Learning

​Our academic programs are modular and flexible, allowing students to choose their desired specialties. We use both synchronous and asynchronous learning methods for maximum flexibility. Foundational competencies in Biomedical Sciences, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Ethics, and Practice Management are at the core of all our specialties. We offer Four Pillars of Specializations to suit students' personal preferences, skills, or aptitudes. Completing one Pillar allows students to continue their education with other Pillars, promoting continuous learning and professional development.

Competency Based Education 

Upon graduation, all our students will achieve core competencies in 

Biomedical Sciences, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Safety, Ethics and Practice Management, and their chosen field of specialty  

BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES CORE SPECIALTIES SAFETY AND ETHIC TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE
ANATOMYPHYSIOLOGYPATHOLOGYPHARMACOLOGYRADIOLOGYPSYCHOLOGYNEUROSCIENCERESEARCH

Courses offered in Biomedical Sciences for the 4 Year Program Year 1: - History Of Medicine - Medical Terminology - Anatomy and Physiology I - Physical Assessment - Anatomy and Physiology II Year 2: - Anatomy and Physiology III - Psychology I - Clinical Nutrition - Neuroscience Year 3: - Psychology II - Diagnostics - Blood & Urine - Diagnostics - Radiology - Pathology I Year 4: - Pathology II - Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation (PM&R) - Integrative Oncology - Pharmacology I - Pharmacology II

Biomedicine Competencies 

  1. Clinical application of fundamental biomedical sciences, Anatomy, Physiology, Pathology, Pharmacology

  2. Patient history, physical examination documentation, clinical assessment process

  3. Clinical decision-making and standard of care, interpretation of clinical findings and imaging reports

  4. Evidence-based practice to improve patient outcomes. 

TCM THEORYACUPUNCTUREHERBOLOGYDIAGNOSTICSTHERAPEUTICSPHILOSOPHY-TAOENERGETICS-QI

Courses offered in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for the 4 Year Program Year 1 - TCM History - TCM Terminology I - TCM Theory I - TCM Terminology II - TCM Theory II - TCM Diagnosis I Year 2: - TCM Theory III - TCM Diagnosis II - TCM Classics - Ling Shu - TCM Theory IV - TCM Elemental Nutrition - TCM Classics - Su Wen Year 3: - TCM Integrative Internal - Medicine I - TCM Differential Diagnosis I - TCM Classics - Shang Han Lun - TCM Integrative Internal Medicine II - TCM Differential Diagnosis II - Integrative Oncology Year 4: - TCM Integrative Internal - Medicine III - Stems & Branches I - Integrative Gynecology - TCM Integrative Internal Medicine IV - Stems & Branches II - TCM Pediatrics, Geriatrics - TCM Psychology

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Competencies

  1. Clinical examination and documentation according to TCM theories

  2. Assessment, analysis and Differential Diagnosis according to TCM principles

  3. Treatment principles and strategies according to TCM modalities

  4. Lifestyle, dietetics and self-care principles according to TCM modalities

ETHICAL PRACTICEPOWER DYNAMICSRELATIONSHIPSSAFETYCONFIDENTIALITYSCOPE OF PRACTICEPRACTICE MGMNT

Courses offered in Ethics and Practice management for the 4 Year Program Year 1 - Ethics I - Medical Ethics - Ethics II - Professional Ethics Year 2: - Ethics III - Patient Confidentiality - Ethics IV - Informed Consent Year 3: - Practice Management I - Business Planning - Practice Management II - Marketing Year 4: - Practice Management III - Networking - Practice Management IV - Social Media, Web sites

Patient Ethics 

  1. Patient rights, dignity, and non-discrimination

  2. Informed consent and confidentiality 

  3. Boundaries & relationships

  4. Documentation & records

  5. Patient referrals

Professional Ethics

  1. Office safety, professional responsibilities

  2. Standards and scope of the profession

  3. Accurate and truthful information

  4. National and European regulatory policies

  5. Respect of other medical professions

Practice Management

  1. Business, Financial planning

  2. Marketing, referrals, networking

  3. Working for yourself

  4. Working in Integrated settings

  5. Ethical business practices

ACUPUNCTUREHERBOLOGYMANUAL THERAPYHEALING ENERGY

Pillars of Specialization

EIIHS graduates can choose any number of the Specialization pillars. These can be taken parallel or sequentially to further improve their academic, professional and competency levels. Each pillar will offer the student core competencies required to engage in the scope of practice with confidence.​

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EIIHS Specializations include:

Acupuncture
Chinese Herbal Medicine
Manual Therapies
Healing Energetics

Core Competencies 

  • Clinical application of Acupuncture modalities, techniques, theories and principles

  • Differential Diagnosis according to TCM Channel theories

  • Treatment plan and principles according to TCM channel theories

  • Clinical application of treatment techniques and modalities

  • Clinical application of Acupuncture Channels and point locations

  • Safety and professional responsibilities of an Acupuncturist

Course List

Year 1:

  • Introduction  To Acupuncture.

  • Channel Theory  I  and II

  • Primary Channels I

  • Point Locations I

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Year 2:

  • Primary Channels II

  • Point Location II

  • Channel Palpation I and II

  • Extraordinary Channels

  • Point Location III

  • Needle Techniques I

Year 3:

  • Microsystems I and II  

  • Point Location IV

  • Needle Techniques II

  • Point Prescriptions I

  • 5 Element Acupuncture

  • Point Prescriptions II

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Year 4: 

  • Acupuncture Orthopedics I and II

  • LAT / LLLT Acupuncture

  • Electro Acupuncture

  • Aesthetic Acupuncture

  • Master Tung Acupuncture

  • Neuro Acupuncture

Become the medicine

“Our life is shaped by our mind, for we become what we think.”

Buddha

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