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