Education in Traditional Chinese Medicine
As one of the SNRO-accredited institutes for Traditional Chinese Medicine in the Netherlands, we offer a unique curriculum in education in Acupuncture, Herbal Medicine, Tuina. Our more than 30 years of expertise in these programs brings Shenzhou Open University a remarkable reputation in this area, where both the school and its graduates can be proud of.
Seminars
We also regularly organize TCM seminars and MBK refresher courses. We hope to be able to offer you a good choice with this season’s offer.
Our TCM Training Program
We offer a complete package with practical training, so that you can register as a therapist at a professional association and start your own clinic after completing the study.
Foundations of Chinese Medicine
1 year
During this course students are taught the basic concepts of traditional Chinese medicine and are introduced to Chinese philosophy which forms the cornerstones of TCM. This part of your studies is the necessary foundation to be able to study further, specializing in Acupuncture, Chinese Herbal Medicine or Tuina.
Acupuncture
2 years
During this course students are taught the basic concepts of traditional Chinese medicine and are introduced to Chinese philosophy which forms the cornerstones of TCM. This part of your studies is the necessary foundation to be able to study further, specializing in Acupuncture, Chinese Herbal Medicine or Tuina.
Chinese Herbal Medicine
2 years
The herbal medicine class introduces students in the knowledge of Chinese herbs and trains them to run a practice independently as well as to work safely, competently and effectively.
Tuina
2 years
During this course students are taught different techniques and applications of Tuina massage. This ancient technique of manipulation, originating in China, is applicable to treating various diseases. A solid knowledge of meridians and acupoints is necessary. Tuina massage is suitable for all adults and works especially well for children.
Foundations of Western Medicine
1 year
This intensive training in Western medicine is designed for anyone who is studying physically based complementary medicine in order to gain knowledge in anatomy, physiology and pathology at a professional level.
More than 30 years of expertise
SNRO
accredited
Internship in Shenzhou clinic
Very experienced teacher team
TCM Seminars
Shenzhou Open University of TCM frequently organizes TCM and Western Medicine seminars. With our program for this season, we hope to offer you a good choice.
Medical Ethics
Sooner or later, incidentally or frequently, therapists will meet in their contacts with patients circumstances where different options to act present themselves. In such cases it is often not a matter of choosing between just black and white, but merely between the one grey and the other. Arguments pro or contra can be put forward for any possible option. That what does justice to one principle might detract from the other, and vice versa. Norms prescribe how to act, but different norms might seem inconsistent towards each other. Nevertheless, choices must be made in given circumstances. Ethics may help you to make responsible choices. Medical ethics does so in cases related to patients and healthcare.
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YNSA – Yamamoto New Scalp Acupuncture
YNSA Yamamoto New Scalp Acupuncture
Developed by Japanese doctor Toshikatsu Yamamoto, the YNSA scalp acupuncture method is a complete system for evaluation, diagnosis and treatment.
Yamamoto´s YNSA method is the second-most prevalent microsystem in the world, behind only auriculotherapy.
The system is very effective in treating both acute and chronic pain, as well as many neurological alterations such as after effects of a stroke. It is also very effective in many other pathologies.
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Communication with Health Care Professionals
In this interactive seminar, we will explore the types of communication channels between healthcare professionals, the legal aspects of communicating about patients, and the resulting requirements for communication between healthcare professionals. This may involve communication between conventional healthcare providers, complementary healthcare providers, or between complementary and conventional healthcare providers.
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Upper limbs Musculoskeletal Pain – Mazzanti AcuOsteo method® – physiopathology and treatment by Acupuncture and Osteopathy
Musculoskeletal pain is one of the most frequent reasons for consultation in my own clinic.
In my experience, Acupuncture and Osteopathic medicine are two effective techniques and they are synergistic in treating pain.
Often pain is generically reported to a widespread area of a joint, together with some rigidity and it can be difficult to identify the Acupuncture Channel involved in a musculoskeletal pain.
Osteopathic manipulative treatment’s aim is to bring back joints in their physiological position, reduce pain and limitation of the movement, and help to identify the channel that needs to be treated with Acupuncture.
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Menopause
Menopause is a natural part of aging for women, marked by varying experiences and symptoms such as hot flushes, night sweats, sleep disturbances, low mood, anxiety, weight gain, reduced sex drive, and cognitive challenges. These symptoms are caused by hormonal fluctuations and can significantly affect quality of life.
The lecture will explore menopause from both Western medicine and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) perspectives, detailing clinical symptoms and signs, current management approaches like Menopausal Hormonal Therapy (MHT) and TCM, and strategies for improving quality of life, including lifestyle adjustments. Group discussions will allow participants to share practical experiences in managing menopause.
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Our full range of training courses are accredited by SNRO at HBO bachelor level with 240 ECs.
(incl. Basic Medical Knowledge 40 EC)
More information about SOU
With more than 30 years of teaching experience behind us, we have built an excellent reputation in our field, which the school and alumni can be proud of.
Study information
The School
Internship
Teaching and clinic training team
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