Master Diploma in Acupressure (M.D.A.) – 1 Year

Course Duration

1 Year

Eligibility

Basic knowledge of Yoga, Naturopathy, Health Sciences, Alternative Therapies, or equivalent qualification.

Paper I: Fundamentals of Acupressure

Unit 1: Introduction to Acupressure

History and Development of Acupressure
Principles of Acupressure
Philosophy of Energy Healing
Benefits and Limitations of Acupressure
Ethics and Professional Conduct

Unit 2: Human Anatomy and Physiology

Structure of Cell and Tissue
Skeletal System
Muscular System
Nervous System
Digestive System
Respiratory System
Circulatory System
Endocrine System
Reproductive System

Unit 3: Energy System of the Body

Concept of Life Energy
Energy Channels (Meridians)
Yin and Yang Theory
Five Element Theory
Energy Imbalance and Disease

Unit 4: Acupressure Point Location

Methods of Point Identification
Anatomical Landmarks
Safety Precautions
Point Sensitivity Assessment

Paper II: Acupressure Meridians and Points

Unit 1: Major Meridians

Lung Meridian
Large Intestine Meridian
Stomach Meridian
Spleen Meridian
Heart Meridian
Small Intestine Meridian
Urinary Bladder Meridian
Kidney Meridian
Pericardium Meridian
Triple Warmer Meridian
Gall Bladder Meridian
Liver Meridian

Unit 2: Extraordinary Meridians

Governing Vessel
Conception Vessel

Unit 3: Important Acupressure Points

Head and Face Points
Neck and Shoulder Points
Back Points
Hand and Foot Points
Abdominal Points

Unit 4: Point Stimulation Techniques

Thumb Pressure
Finger Pressure
Knuckle Pressure
Palm Pressure
Wooden and Metallic Tools

Paper III: Therapeutic Acupressure

Unit 1: Pain Management

Headache
Migraine
Neck Pain
Shoulder Pain
Back Pain
Sciatica
Knee Pain
Joint Disorders

Unit 2: Digestive Disorders

Acidity
Constipation
Indigestion
Gastric Disorders

Unit 3: Respiratory Disorders

Asthma
Sinusitis
Common Cold
Allergies

Unit 4: Lifestyle Disorders

Obesity
Diabetes
Hypertension
Stress Disorders
Insomnia

Paper IV: Advanced Acupressure Applications

Unit 1: Reflexology

Principles of Reflexology
Foot Reflex Zones
Hand Reflex Zones
Therapeutic Applications

Unit 2: Sujok Therapy

Introduction to Sujok
Correspondence System
Treatment Principles

Unit 3: Acupressure for Women and Children

Women's Health
Menstrual Disorders
Pregnancy Care (Precautions)
Child Health Applications

Unit 4: Acupressure for Geriatric Care

Age-related Disorders
Mobility Issues
Pain Management

Paper V: Clinical Practice and Case Studies

Unit 1: Patient Examination

Case Taking
Health Assessment
Energy Assessment

Unit 2: Treatment Planning

Selection of Points
Session Planning
Follow-up Procedures

Unit 3: Clinical Documentation

Case Records
Progress Evaluation
Report Writing

Unit 4: Professional Practice

Clinic Management
Patient Communication
Ethical Practice

Practical Training

Practical I

Identification of Major Acupressure Points
Meridian Mapping

Practical II

Point Stimulation Techniques
Pressure Application Methods

Practical III

Therapeutic Protocols for Common Diseases

Practical IV

Reflexology Practice
Sujok Applications

Practical V

Supervised Clinical Training
Case Presentations

Internship

Minimum 50 Clinical Cases
Maintenance of Clinical Logbook
Practical Demonstrations
Case Study Submission

Examination Pattern

Theory Examination

Five Papers

Practical Examination

Point Identification
Treatment Demonstration
Case Analysis

Project Work

One Clinical Research Project
Five Detailed Case Studies

Certification Award

Master Diploma in Acupressure (M.D.A.) – 1 Year
Successful candidates shall be awarded the Master Diploma in Acupressure after completion of theory, practical training, internship, and examinations.

Course Tuition: ₹~~21000/~~ , ₹16000/ ,

Study Platform : Online & Offline

Certificate School : Jag Kalyan Organization