Diagnosis of TCM 3
Diagnosis of TCM 3 is the third part of the Diagnosis of Traditional Chinese Medicine series. Building upon the foundational knowledge from the previous two courses, this course focuses on differentiating etiology, pathogenesis, treatment principles, prevention, and health preservation in Traditional Chinese Medicine diagnosis. Students will learn to establish treatment plans based on diagnosis, communicate TCM diagnostic and treatment information effectively, adapt treatment according to patient characteristics and needs, select appropriate acupuncture points and herbal formulas, and devise suitable courses of acupuncture and herbal treatment.
Attendance
Regular attendance is required to ensure comprehension of the material covered. Attendance will be recorded, and absences may affect the final grade.
Passing Mark
To successfully complete the course, students must achieve a minimum passing grade of 60%. Attendance is mandatory and will be taken into account when determining the final grade.
Learning Objectives
- Establish treatment plans based on TCM diagnosis.
- Communicate TCM diagnostic and treatment information effectively.
- Take precautions and contraindications into account during treatment.
- Adapt treatment according to patient characteristics and needs.
- Select appropriate acupuncture points, point combinations, and treatment areas.
- Design suitable acupuncture treatment courses and therapeutic modalities.
- Devise applicable TCM herbal formulas and courses of herbal treatment.
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate the ability to establish treatment plans based on TCM diagnosis.
- Effectively communicate TCM diagnostic and treatment information to healthcare professionals and third parties.
- Identify and mitigate potential complications or adverse reactions during treatment.
- Modify treatment strategies based on patient characteristics, needs, and responses.
- Select appropriate acupuncture points, point combinations, and treatment areas for various conditions.
- Design acupuncture treatment courses and therapeutic modalities tailored to individual patients.
- Devise suitable TCM herbal formulas and courses of herbal treatment based on patient diagnoses.
Course Hours
Total Hours
60/hrs
Delivery Method
Format
Theory
Evaluation
Homework/Schedule
Homework assignments and required readings will be provided during the course.