Acupuncture 200 Level - In-person Weekends 1&2

Acupuncture 200: 100 Hours 

The second100-hour course series delve deeper into Advanced TCM Principles. Successful completion of these additional courses results in eligibility to sit for the American Board of Chiropractic Acupuncture Diplomate (ABCA) examination.  

PROGRAM OBJECTIVES:

At the completion of the program, the attendee will be able to:

• Demonstrate an understanding of acupuncture and TCM theory
• Demonstrate proficiency in identifying and needling common acupuncture points.
• Demonstrate proficiency in applying acupuncture and TCM theory to clinical complaints and conditions.
• Confidently incorporate acupuncture in the treatment of common and complex clinical conditions.  
• Demonstrate an understanding of advanced history taking and pulse diagnosis.
• Demonstrate proficiency in the application of Master Tung’s acupuncture
• Demonstrate understanding of TCM and acupuncture research and case studies.

COST:

OSCA Member: $3250 per 100 Certification hours

Non-Member: $3750 per 100 certification hours

Cancelation Policy: Due to the nature of the Acupuncture Course, the OSCA will not be able to issue a refund. 

LOCATION: Columbus, Ohio

Breakdown of Schedule:

Weekend 1:  Advanced History Taking and Pulse w. Dr. Kris Tohtz

January 17 - 19, 2025

Friday: 4:00pm – 8:00pm

Saturday: 8:00am -7:00pm

Sunday: 8:00am - 6:00pm

Location: Columbus, OH 

Weekend 2:  Scalp and Peripheral Neuropathy Acupuncture w. Dr. Gary Estadt

February 7 - 9, 2025

Friday: 4:00pm – 8:00pm

Saturday: 8:00am -7:00pm

Sunday: 8:00am - 6:00pm

Location: Columbus, OH 

Online Learning Hours:

50 online course hours.

Weekend 1 ACU 200-1: Advanced History Taking and Pulse Diagnosis

25 Hours: Advanced History Taking and Pulse Diagnosis

Instructed by Dr. Kris Tohtz

Weekend 2 ACU 200-2: Practical and Clinical Application of Tung's Acupuncture

25 Hours: Practical and Clinical Application of Tung’s Acupuncture

Instructed by Dr. Gary Estadt

Acupuncture Track: Scalp and Peripheral Neuropathy Acupuncture Techniques

Scalp Acupuncture 

Participants will learn the various forms of scalp acupuncture. 

• TCM Scalp Acupuncture uses is a projection of cerebro-cortical functional areas of the scalp to treat neurological, musculoskeletal & psychological disorders. 

• Yamamoto New Scalp Acupuncture (YNSA) is a complete acupuncture microsystem of the scalp utilizing Basic (anatomical) and Ypsilon (channel) points to affect the human body through the bioelectric and biochemical systems, enabling the patient to move toward balance & harmony.

• Zhu Scalp Acupuncture is based on theories of TCM, including Yin-Yang, 5-Elements, Zang-Fu, Qi & Blood, and Meridian theory, but incorporates western medical theory in treatment & diagnosis.

Peripheral Nerve Entrapment Syndrome - suited specifically for those who have an acupuncture or dry needling background.

• Peripheral Nerve Entrapments are common clinical disorders of peripheral nerves that can be either compressive or non-compressive neuropathies.  They occur at specific locations, such as where a nerve courses through fibrous tunnels, or penetrates muscles. 

Neurological Disorders

We will review treatment patterns for common neurological disorders that may be seen in practice.

50 Online Hours - included in the Advanced ACU 200-hour level coursework:

Online hours will consist of videos, notes, and quizzes for each course listed below:

EVALUATION:

Comprehensive Final Written Examination

• A score of 80% or greater is required on all examinations for successful program completion.
• If a score of 80% is not achieved, there is one opportunity for repeating the examination.
• A $200 fee is assessed for all retakes (written and or practical examinations)

Required Texts:

TBD

Recommended Texts:

TBD