Master Diploma in Acupuncture (M.D.Ac.) – 1 Year

Course Duration

1 Year

Eligibility

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

Paper I: Fundamentals of Acupuncture

Unit 1: Introduction to Acupuncture

History and Development of Acupuncture
Philosophy of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)
Principles of Acupuncture
Scope and Applications of Acupuncture
Ethics and Professional Conduct

Unit 2: Human Anatomy and Physiology

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

Unit 3: Energy Concepts

Qi (Chi) Energy
Yin and Yang Theory
Five Element Theory
Energy Imbalance and Disease
Zang-Fu Organ Theory

Unit 4: Safety and Hygiene

Sterilization Procedures
Needle Safety
Infection Control
Contraindications and Precautions
Patient Care Standards

Paper II: Meridians and Acupuncture Points

Unit 1: Twelve Primary Meridians

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

Unit 2: Extraordinary Meridians

Governing Vessel (Du Mai)
Conception Vessel (Ren Mai)

Unit 3: Acupuncture Point Location

Methods of Point Location
Anatomical Landmarks
Measurement System (Cun Method)
Point Classification

Unit 4: Important Therapeutic Points

Head and Face Points
Neck and Shoulder Points
Back-Shu Points
Front-Mu Points
Hand and Foot Points

Paper III: Acupuncture Techniques

Unit 1: Needling Methods

Needle Insertion Techniques
Needle Manipulation
Needle Retention
Needle Removal

Unit 2: Advanced Techniques

Tonification Techniques
Sedation Techniques
Auricular Acupuncture
Scalp Acupuncture

Unit 3: Moxibustion

Principles of Moxibustion
Direct and Indirect Moxibustion
Indications and Precautions

Unit 4: Cupping Therapy

Dry Cupping
Wet Cupping (Theory)
Fire Cupping
Therapeutic Applications

Paper IV: Clinical Acupuncture

Unit 1: Pain Management

Headache and Migraine
Cervical Spondylosis
Frozen Shoulder
Back Pain
Sciatica
Arthritis
Knee Pain

Unit 2: Internal Disorders

Digestive Disorders
Respiratory Disorders
Hypertension
Diabetes Support
Sleep Disorders

Unit 3: Neurological Disorders

Facial Paralysis
Stroke Rehabilitation Support
Neuralgia
Stress and Anxiety

Unit 4: Women's and Children's Health

Menstrual Disorders
Menopause Support
Infertility Support
Pediatric Applications

Paper V: Clinical Practice and Case Studies

Unit 1: Diagnosis in Acupuncture

Four Examination Methods
Observation
Listening and Smelling
Inquiry
Palpation

Unit 2: Treatment Planning

Syndrome Differentiation
Point Selection
Session Planning
Follow-Up Assessment

Unit 3: Clinical Documentation

Case History Taking
Record Maintenance
Progress Evaluation
Report Writing

Unit 4: Professional Practice

Acupuncture Clinic Management
Patient Communication
Ethics and Legal Considerations

Practical Training

Practical I

Meridian Tracing
Point Location Practice

Practical II

Needle Handling and Safety
Sterilization Procedures

Practical III

Needling Techniques
Moxibustion Practice

Practical IV

Cupping Therapy Applications
Auricular Acupuncture Demonstration

Practical V

Clinical Acupuncture Sessions
Supervised Case Management

Internship

Minimum 50 Clinical Cases
Clinical Logbook Maintenance
Patient Assessment and Follow-Up
Case Study Documentation

Examination Pattern

Theory Examination

Five Theory Papers

Practical Examination

Point Identification
Needling Demonstration
Case Analysis
Treatment Planning

Project Work

One Research Project
Five Detailed Case Studies

Certification Award

Master Diploma in Acupuncture (M.D.Ac.) – 1 Year

Successful candidates who complete the prescribed theory, practical training, internship, case studies, and examinations shall be awarded the Master Diploma in Acupuncture (M.D.Ac.).

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

Study Platform : Online & Offline

Certificate School : Jag Kalyan Organization