Acupuncturist

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What is Acupuncture?

Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese practice of using needles on specific parts of the body. Treatment has been known to relieve:

• muscle tension
• stress
• nausea
• pain
• allergies
• vomiting etc

This ancient method believe that each body has its own internal energy flow and by disturbing this energy flow, it disturbs the disease or problem the patient is having.

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Youtube clip – Oprah’s First Acupuncture Session

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What is an Acupuncturist?

An Acupuncturist practices acupuncture by placing sterilised needles into the patient’s body in specific areas. These needles are only inserted a couple of mm. Acupuncturists work on humans and animals.

What does an Acupuncturist do?

• meets with patient to discuss the patient’s problem
• makes the patient feel relaxed
• conducts physical examination
• uses sterilised needs
• inserts needles into affected areas of patient
• monitors patient
• disposes of used needles
• keeps records

Are you . . . ?

• interested alternative therapies?
• a good communicator?
• good with your hands?
• caring?
• responsible?
• relaxed?

How do I become an Acupuncturist?

PATH 1

Bachelor of Science in Traditional & Complementary Health Sciences

Bachelor of Chinese Medicine & Acupuncture

• University of the Western Cape

Designation: Only those registered with the AHPCSA may use the title Doctor in Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture

TRAINING:

• CLICK HERE to check for a training institution near you to see what they offer.
• Make sure you understand their entry requirements for each course.
• To avoid scams, make sure your institution is registered with the Department of Higher Education. CLICK HERE to check accredited Private Higher Education Institutions. 

OTHER CAREERS TO CONSIDER: Chiropractor or 

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