| 1200-HW |
Food, Diet and Vitamins (15 hours Herbology) |
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Students study the principles of nutrition and diet as understood in the West, as well as the use of vitamins, minerals and other supplements as part of a course of treatment. The importance of various components of Chinese foods and herb-combination cooking are also discussed. (Listed also under Biomedical Sciences)30 hours, . 2 credits, Prerequisites: None. |
| 1210-H |
Introduction to TCM Herbology |
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This is an introductory course to TCM herbology. Students will learn the basic herbal theories and build up solid foundations for the three specific herbology courses.15 hours, . 1 credits, Prerequisites: None. |
| 1212-H |
TCM Herbology I* |
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This is a study of Chinese herbal theory, beginning with an introduction to approximately 350 major herbs, including name, classification, identification, character and taste, meridian routes, dosage, indications and contra-indications, preparation, scientific research and prescription examples. This course covers herbs in the functional categories of release exterior, clear heat and drain downward. 30 hours, . 2 credits, Prerequisites: 1210-H. |
| 1302-H |
TCM Herbology II* |
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This course continues the study of the herbal materia medica with the following functional categories of herbs: drain dampness, dispel wind-dampness, transform phlegm, transform dampness, relieve food stagnation, regulate qi and regulate blood. 60 hours, . 4 credits, Prerequisites: 1210- H. |
| 1318-H |
Clinical Patent Herbs |
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This is a practical course in which the most commonly used herbal formulas in patent form are presented. The students will learn how to use and combine herbal patent medicines according to the differentiation of syndromes. Students learn methods of herbal formulation, preparation and application, as well as modification and preservation. 30 hours, 2 credits, Prerequisites and Co-requisites: 1212-H, 1214-A, 1302-H. |
| 2100-H |
Introduction to TCM Prescriptionology |
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This is an introductory course to TCM prescriptionology. Students will learn the basic prescriptional theories and build up solid foundations for the three specific prescriptionology courses.15 hours, . 1 credits, Prerequisites: 1314-A, 1210-H, 1212-H, 1302-H, 2108-H. |
| 2108-H |
TCM Herbology III* |
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This course continues the study of the herbal materia medica with the following functional categories of herbs: warm interior, tonify, stabilize and bind , calm the spirit, open orifices, extinguish wind, and expel parasites.45 hours, 3 credits, Prerequisites: 1210-H |
| 2112-H |
TCM Prescriptionology I |
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Students study the major formulas, including the herbal components, significance, explanation, indication and clinical use. This course covers herbal formulas according to the following treatment principles: release exterior, clear heat, and drain downward.30 hours, 2 credits, Prerequisites and Co-requisites: 2100-H |
| 2202-H |
TCM Prescriptionology II * |
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This course continues the study of the major formulas, including the herbal components, significance, explanation, indication, and clinicial use. This course addresses herbs and herbal formulas according to the following functional categories: harmonize, treat dryness, expel dampness, warm interior, tonify.45 hours, 3 credits, Prerequisites: 2100-H |
| 2204-H |
Classics I |
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Study of the classics in Traditional Chinese Medicine is a essential part of training for any acupuncture and oriental medicine practitioners. Written by Dr. Zhang Zhoongjing (142 AD-220 A.D.) who is often referred to as “The Chinese Hippocrates,” and his books are considered classic medical bibles in the field of Chinese medicine30 Hours, 2 credits, Prerequisites: None |
| 2302-H |
TCM Prescriptionology III** |
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This course continues the study of the major formulas, including the herbal components, significance, explanation, indication and clinical use. This course covers prescriptions according to the following functional categories: regulate qi, invigorate blood, stabilize and bind, calm spirit, expel wind, open orifices, treat phlegm, reduce food stagnation, and treat parasites.60 hours, . 4 credits, Prerequisites: 2100-H. |
| 2304-H |
Classics II: The Golden Chamber* |
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Study of the classics in Traditional Chinese Medicine is a essential part of training for any acupuncture and oriental medicine practitioners. Written by Dr. Zhang Zhoongjing (142 AD-220 A.D.) who is often referred to as “The Chinese Hippocrates,” and his books are considered classic medical bibles in the field of Chinese medicine.30 Hours, 2 credits, Prerequisites: None |
| 3101-H |
Practical Training in Herbal Formulation |
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This course is an in-depth study in the practical formulation of herbs. Students will be involved in the formulation of herbal treatments for patients’ ailments under the guidance of the instructor. 30 hours, 2 credits, Prerequisites: 2112-H, 2202-H, 2302-H. |
| 3103-H |
Internal Medicine – Herbology |
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A systematic exploration of disease, syndrome, diagnosis and treatment for internal organ disease. The emphasis is on treatment using herbal methodologies.60 hours, 4 credits, Prerequisites: 2112-H, 2202-H, 2302-H |
| 3204-H |
Licensure Examination Preparation: Herbology |
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The entire study of Chinese herbology will be reviewed and discussed. Specific study assignments will be oriented towards preparing the students to pass the national Chinese herbology licensing examination.60 hours, 4 credits, Prerequisites: 3103-H. |
| 3209-H |
Classics IV: Wen Bing Lun* |
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This class concludes the study of classical Chinese medical texts. It focuses on the etiology, pathology, and treatment principles of Warm Diseases. Students explore both the clinical and historical importance of the ideas of the Warm Disease School.30 hours, 2 credits, Prerequisites: 2112-H. |
| 3211-H |
TCM Gynecology |
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This outline course explores the application of TCM herbal methodologies to gynecological issues and disorders, including menstruation, leukorrhea, pregnancy and post-partum disorders, and menopause.45 hours, 3 credits, Prerequisites: 2112-H, 2202-H, 2302-H. |
| 3213-H |
Classics III: Four Streams of Scholars (Jin-Yuan Dynasty) * |
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This class addresses the four schools of 13th century Chinese medical thought: the Cooling School as taught by Liu Wan Su; the Purging School as taught by Chang Tzu Ho; the Nourishing Earth School as taught by Li Tung Yuan; and the Nourishing Yin School as taught by Chu Tan Chi. These schools continue to influence the practice of acupuncture, making them an important component of a modern education in Traditional Chinese Medicine.30 hours, 2 credits, Prerequisites: 2108-H.
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