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Acupuncture Training for Healthcare Professionals

The International School of Acupuncture (I.S.A.) is an educational initiative of the Hellenic Non-Profit Corporation of Chinese Medicine (H.C.C.M.), an official member of the World Federation of Acupuncture-Moxibustion Societies (WFAS).

Our programme is designed exclusively for healthcare professionals, including Medical Doctors, Physiotherapists, Osteopaths, Chiropractors, Nurses, and Midwives, who wish to integrate acupuncture safely and effectively into modern clinical practice.

The course is delivered primarily online, allowing participants from different countries to attend, while clinical practice is organised at the end of the programme at selected international locations.

Our training follows the WHO Guidelines on Basic Training and Safety in Acupuncture and is intended exclusively for qualified healthcare professionals.

Join us to expand your clinical skills, deepen your understanding of acupuncture, and apply it confidently within your professional scope.

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Acupuncture Certificate Course for Healthcare Professionals

Our curriculum covers effective techniques and systems in acupuncture and Asian Medicine, designed for immediate practical integration into your therapeutic toolkit. The programme is delivered online and is supported by clinical practice at the end of the course in Athens, Greece and selected international locations.

Acupuncture Cert. Accreditation

Accreditation Bodies

World Federation of Acupuncture-Moxibustion Societies (WFAS)

International Acupuncture Association of Physical Therapists (IAAPT)

Acupuncture Association of Chartered Physiotherapists

In cooperation with

Organisations

American International Group (AIG)

Institute of Applied Channel Theory

Hellenic Corp of Chinese Medicine

Programme Details: Clinical Practice, Tuition Fees, and Weekend Schedule

The programme is delivered online, with clinical practice organised at the end of the course. Clinical practice is based in Athens, Greece and, subject to minimum enrolment requirements, may also be offered in selected international locations such as Serbia, Portugal, Malta, Cyprus, and South Africa.

Time: 09:00-15:00 (UTC/GMT+3)

Dates:

2026
26–27/09, 10–11/10, 24–25/10, 07–08/11, 21–22/11, 05–06/12

2027
09–10/01, 23/01, 06–07/02, 15/02, 20–21/02, 28/02, 07/03, 20-21/03, 28/03

Clinical Practice – Athens
09–11/04, 16–18/04

Clinical Practice – Belgrade

02–04/04, 23–25/04

Clinical Practice – Portugul, Cyprus, Malta, Bulgaria

TBA

Presentations
08–09/05

Advanced Course – Athens
14–16/05 (optional)

Clinical Training in China

Additional practical classes may be arranged throughout the course at no extra cost. From 29.05 to 05.06.2027, students will have the opportunity to participate in clinical practice at university hospitals and affiliated institutions in Beijing, Tianjin, and Shandong. This experience is available for an additional fee of €1100, excluding travel and accommodation costs. Participation is optional and is not a mandatory part of the programme.

Tuition and Fees

  • Total Cost: €2,700
  • Deposit: A non-refundable deposit of €250 is required to secure your place. This amount will be deducted from the total tuition fee.
  • What’s included: Clinical training is included in the tuition. The optional clinical training trip to China is not included.

Payment Details:

  • Bank: Eurobank
  • Beneficiary: Hellenic Non-Profit Partnership for Chinese Medicine
  • IBAN: GR8202606400000890200482473

Tuition payment is required to complete your registration.

Please use the beneficiary name exactly as written above when making the bank transfer.
If the bank requests a tax number for the deposit, please use: 997619169.

Schedule

Time: 09:00-15:00 (UTC/GMT+3)

Dates:

2026
26–27/09, 10–11/10, 24–25/10, 07–08/11, 21–22/11, 05–06/12

2027
09–10/01, 23/01, 06–07/02, 15/02, 20–21/02, 28/02, 07/03, 20-21/03, 28/03

Clinical Practice – Athens
09–11/04, 16–18/04

Clinical Practice – Belgrade

02–04/04, 23–25/04

Clinical Practice – Portugul, Cyprus, Malta, Bulgaria

TBA

Presentations
08–09/05

Advanced Course – Athens
14–16/05 (optional)

Clinical Training in China

Additional practical classes may be arranged throughout the course at no extra cost. From 29.05 to 05.06.2027, students will have the opportunity to participate in clinical practice at university hospitals and affiliated institutions in Beijing, Tianjin, and Shandong. This experience is available for an additional fee of €1100, excluding travel and accommodation costs. Participation is optional and is not a mandatory part of the programme.

Tuition and Fees

Tuition and Fees

  • Total Cost: €2,700
  • Deposit: A non-refundable deposit of €250 is required to secure your place. This amount will be deducted from the total tuition fee.
  • What’s included: Clinical training is included in the tuition. The optional clinical training trip to China is not included.

Payment Details:

  • Bank: Eurobank
  • Beneficiary: Hellenic Non-Profit Partnership for Chinese Medicine
  • IBAN: GR8202606400000890200482473

Tuition payment is required to complete your registration.

Please use the beneficiary name exactly as written above when making the bank transfer.
If the bank requests a tax number for the deposit, please use: 997619169.

Acupuncture Certificate Course for Healthcare Professionals

Unlock the full potential of your healthcare practice with our Acupuncture Certificate Course, designed specifically for healthcare professionals.

The programme combines structured online learning with hands-on clinical practice, allowing participants to integrate acupuncture safely and effectively within their professional scope.

With flexible weekend teaching, practical clinical exposure, and an international training network, the course is designed to support real-world clinical application and professional growth.

Pain Management and Musculoskeletal Health Excellence

Our programme includes acupuncture for musculoskeletal health and pain management. It is designed for healthcare professionals such as doctors, physiotherapists, osteopaths, chiropractors, and other health practitioners who wish to incorporate acupuncture into modern clinical practice. Participants will acquire essential skills for effective assessment, safe practice, and treatment of musculoskeletal conditions and pain management using acupuncture.

The curriculum covers the diagnostic and therapeutic principles of Asian Medicine, along with the mechanisms of action and the neurobiological and biochemical responses elicited by acupuncture in the body.

Acupuncture Association of Chartered Physiotherapists (AACP)

Our programme is accredited by the Acupuncture Association of Chartered Physiotherapists (AACP) in the UK. Graduates who are physiotherapists will have the opportunity to register with the AACP upon completion of the course, should they wish to do so.

Channel Palpation Diagnosis

According to the World Health Organization and Chapter 26 of the ICD-11, Asian Medicine is recognised as traditional medicine. Our programme honours this tradition in acupuncture, recognising its unique effectiveness when practised authentically. Accurate diagnosis is paramount before the application of acupuncture, and channel diagnosis is among the most valuable methods for acupuncturists.

The International School of Acupuncture, in collaboration with the Institute of Applied Channel Theory, imparts time-tested knowledge spanning centuries. This supports the effective practice of acupuncture, grounded in established tradition and modern clinical understanding.

Dr. Tan's Balance Method

Discover the transformative power of Dr. Tan’s Balance Method, a highly effective acupuncture technique renowned for its immediate results and simplicity. Our one-year acupuncture programme includes comprehensive training in this method, which utilises strategic point combinations to achieve rapid pain relief and restore balance in the body. Taught by experienced practitioners, the course provides you with the skills and knowledge to integrate Dr. Tan’s Balance Method into your clinical practice, enhancing your therapeutic toolkit and improving patient outcomes.

Looking for a local discount? Reach out to our representatives in Serbia, Portugal, Bulgaria, Malta and Cyprus!

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Clinical Practice

Our programme places a strong emphasis on hands-on training, which begins from the very first lessons. Clinical practice is conducted in modern, state-of-the-art facilities, ensuring you gain practical experience in a professional environment.

Asian Medicine Curriculum

  • History of Asian Medicine / Traditional Chinese Medicine
  • Theories and Principles of Asian Medicine
  • Asian Medicine Syndromes
  • Diagnosis in Asian Medicine
  • Pulse Diagnosis
  • Tongue Examination
  • Practice in Qi Gong

Acupuncture

  • The History of Acupuncture
  • Mechanisms of Action in Acupuncture
  • Research, Clinical Trials, and Evidence-Based Acupuncture
  • Channels & Points, Traditional Acupuncture from the Company’s Book
  • Acupuncture Techniques, Pain Management, and Treatment Protocols
  • Basic Principles of Dr. Tan’s Balance Method from the Company’s Book
  • Dry Needling Technique at Trigger Points
  • Auricular Acupuncture Protocols
  • Practical Exercises and Clinical Practice

Tui Na and Cupping Therapy

  • History, Historical References, and Theoretical Background According to Asian Medicine
  • Myofascial Decompression / Modern Techniques
  • Tui Na Techniques (Manual Therapy) and Therapeutic Scraping
  • Cupping Therapy & Traditional Techniques
  • Indications – Contraindications of Therapy
  • Scientific Documentation
  • Clinical Practice

Thermotherapy and Moxibustion

  • History, Historical References, and Theoretical Background According to Asian Medicine
  • Moxibustion
  • Thermotherapy
  • Indications – Contraindications
  • Scientific Documentation
  • Clinical Practice