Certificate in TCM Assistant (Singapore College of Traditional Chinese Medicine)

Course Information

Course Type
Part-time
Fees (Local Students)
$7,369.04
Fees (Foreign Students)
$7,369.04
Other Fees
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Duration
2 years
Intake Months
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Programme Grant
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Class Schedule
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Assessment Method
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Description

Course Overview

Certificate in TCM Assistant Course is specially designed for the general public for an overview of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). It includes the basic knowledge and diagnostics of TCM, TCM Wellness and Rehabilitation, Nutrition and Dietetics, and to master skill and technique of massage . It is a 2 years part time course, comprised of 9 subjects, total 604 Course hours. Completion of the course could lead to the opportunity in TCM Career for clinical assistants, assistant to the registered TCM practitioners, assistant in nursing homes, etc. and enhance knowledge in TCM for personal healthcare and wellness.

The objectives:

  • To train clinical assistants for better understanding in TCM.
  • To master the skill and technique of massage for the pains relieve.
  • To learn TCM Nutrition and Dietetics for self awareness and knowledge in Traditional Chinese Medicine to initiate healthy life styles.
  • To manage the TCM clinics effectively for better service to the general public.

Entry Requirements

  • Minimum secondary one with any 3 subjects passed or equivalent or higher
  • Language Proficiency: English, Minimum passed in Secondary one or equivalent or higher.

Career Opportunities

  • Assistant to TCM Physician and assists in daily operation of TCM Clinic.
  • TCM Dispenser to provide more professional service.
  • Professional Masseur to assist TCM Physicians for medical treatment and wellness.
  • Related business & trade for TCM Nutrition and Dietetics.
  • TCM Therapist/Nurse in Nursing Home.
  • TCM Beauty & Healthcare Therapist/Consultant

Modules

Unit
No.
Subjects
Subjects
Course Hours
(1 Course Hours=45Mins)
Learning content outlineModule Synopses

1

Basic Theories of TCM

68

Basic Theories of TCM

2

Diagnostics of TCM

48

Theory and knowledge of TCM Diagnostics

3

The Chinese Materia Medica

64

Theory and application of Chinese medicine and drugs

4

TCM Formulary

60

Theory and application of TCM formulae, principle of prescription and the basic rules and techniques to ensure compatibility among different herbs

5

TCM Nutrition and Dietetics for General Healthcare

64

General care, that explore
1. The way of life through TCM theory;
2. The important in Emotional management
3. Health maintenance through diet
4. Medical diet treatment approach

6

TCM Disease Management

80

Exploration of TCM approach in taking care of common illness pertaining to internal /children / women.

7

Management Study in TCM Clinic

28

Looking into
1. Clinic front office operation
2. Use of specific instrument in the clinic
3. Management of the herbal inventory in the clinic
4. Clinical Etiquette (including practical session in clinics).

8

Learning of Acupoints

96

The module covers Meridian theory, commonly used acupuncture points, moxibustion, Gua Sha, cupping, and the safety regulation related to acupuncture.

9

Acupressure and Tuina

96

Theory and practical application of TCM tuina

  1. A normal human anatomy/physiology;
  2. Manipulation / contraindications / massage guidelines, etc.;
  3. systematic and local health massage for slimming and beauty;
  4. The technique in using dressing.

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