Bachelor of Health Science (Acupuncture Therapies)
Bachelor of Health Science (Acupuncture Therapies)
Acupuncture is a branch of Chinese Medicine that stimulates specific points on the body to regulate the flow of Qi (vital energy) to restore health and balance the functions of the body, mind and spirit. Acupuncture therapies combines Chinese medicine theory (philosophy and principles) with Chinese manual therapy practices including…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Acupuncture is a branch of Chinese Medicine that stimulates specific points on the body to regulate the flow of Qi (vital energy) to restore health and balance the functions of the body, mind and spirit. Acupuncture therapies combines Chinese medicine theory (philosophy and principles) with Chinese manual therapy practices including acupuncture, moxibustion, medical Qi Gong, and Chinese remedial massage (Tui Na), supported by Chinese dietary therapy and prepared Chinese herbs.
Career Opportunities:
Acupuncturists may practice independently as a sole trader, or provide treatment in a multidisciplinary setting.
Acupuncturists often work alongside other allied health practitioners such as medical doctors, physiotherapists, osteopaths, chiropractors and naturopaths.
Practitioners may choose to focus on particular areas of interest such as women’s health, sports medicine, men’s health, chronic disease or other areas.
Graduates are eligible to articulate into the Bachelor of Health Science (Chinese Medicine) with up to 92 credit points of advanced standing, as well as master degree programs in a variety of related areas.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Students may apply for RPL based on relevant work experience and/or educational history. Graduates of the Diploma of Health Science (Chinese Remedial Massage) are eligible to articulate into the Bachelor of Health Science (Acupuncture Therapies) with up to 34 credit points of advanced standing.
REQUIREMENTS
Endeavour College is a direct entry institution.
Year 12 or equivalent (OP/ATAR score not required)
Mature age students without year 12 equivalent may be admitted based on demonstrated ability to undertake study at higher education level through relevant work and/or life experience, and/or attempted or completed formal, informal or non-formal study.
English language proficiency equivalent to a 7.0 IELTS result is required.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Endeavour College of Natural Health formerly the Australian College of Natural Medicine is a private institution established in the year 1975. It is located in 6 places across Australia – Brisbane, Gold Coast, Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide and Sydney. The campuses Brisbane, Melbourne, Gold Coast, Adelaide and Perth offers bachelor, certificate, diploma and advanced diploma courses in a wide range of areas. The College offers 6 bachelor health sciences degree programs in the fields of acupuncture, naturopathy, nutritional medicine, western herbal medicine, homeopathy and musculoskeletal therapy. Additionally, short courses are offered in over 40 fields of study.
