Acupuncture Essentials: A Beginner's Guide to Theory and Practice - Chiropractic Continuing Education, Acupuncture, 5 Hours

Approved for 5 Hours

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1. Watch the material online
2. Complete the quiz online
3. Get your certificate and earn credits towards your license renewal
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Course Outcome

≥93% of participants will develop foundational knowledge in acupuncture theory, meridian systems, and practical applications suitable for clinical integration and holistic care.

Course Objectives

After completing this course, the participant will be able to:

• Describe the core theoretical concepts of acupuncture, including Yin-Yang philosophy, the role of Qi, and the meridian system.
• Identify major acupuncture points and explain their traditional indications and energetic pathways.
• Differentiate between traditional and contemporary acupuncture models and their relevance to clinical practice.
• Observe and interpret practical acupuncture demonstrations to understand needling techniques and treatment flow.
• Recognize the therapeutic rationale for incorporating acupuncture into a holistic care framework.
• Apply foundational knowledge to begin safe, scope-appropriate integration of acupuncture principles into practice or further study.

Who Should Enroll?

• Chiropractors and Licensed Acupuncture-Certified Providers: Practitioners interested in expanding their holistic care offerings with a deeper understanding of acupuncture’s traditional and clinical foundations.
• Massage Therapists, Manual Therapists, and Bodyworkers: Professionals seeking to broaden their therapeutic lens and explore complementary modalities rooted in Eastern philosophy.
• Nurses, Occupational Therapists, and Allied Health Professionals: Clinicians who wish to better understand acupuncture as part of an integrative healthcare approach.

Course Codes (if applicable): 

• Approved for: AK, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL (Pending), GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PR, RI, SC, SD, TN, UT, VA, VI, VT, WA, WY
• PACE/CE Broker: 1314138