Course Overview

What is Acupuncture?

The power of acupuncture to restore the health of body and mind is increasingly recognised throughout the western world. Acupuncture has an extraordinary ability to change people’s lives. It works by releasing blockages to the body’s “qi”. Qi is energy, or the “life force”, which flows through energy pathways in the body. Modern research suggests that qi may be a form of bio-electricity.

Acupuncture works on a deep level to help patients recover their physical and mental harmony. Acupuncture is becoming ever more popular in the UK, and opportunities for both independent practice and within the NHS are growing all the time. Acupuncture is viewed very positively by the House of Lords Committee, the British Medical Association, and the World Health Organisation.

Why Study Acupuncture with The CNM?

The CNM Acupuncture Diploma Course provides high quality training that equips graduates to build highly successful practices. It is carefully structured so each study unit builds on the previous one, allowing students to develop their confidence and skills, and reach their full potential as professional Acupuncturists. Students are strongly encouraged to develop their own unique style of consultation and application.

The Regulation of Acupuncture

In the UK, the Department of Health is expected to create a statutory register of practitioners within about three years. In order to use the title “acupuncturist”, therapists will have to be on the register. CNM is fully committed to gaining accreditation for its acupuncture graduates, which would allow them to practice legally within the UK. CNM has gained stage one accreditation with the British Acupuncture Accreditation Board (subject to certain conditions).

Course Structure, Schedules and Locations

Course Structure

Below please find the course structure for the Acupuncture Specialist Diploma course. Levels I, II and III must be completed consecutively; you cannot, for example, take Levels I and II at the same time.

College Locations and Study Options

• Full time, weekends, weekdays and evenings (London only)
• Part time, weekends (all colleges - London, Bristol, Brighton, Birmingham, Manchester, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Belfast)

Intake Dates

Typically, students enrol for the Autumn (Oct) and Spring (Feb) semesters. However, since our Biomedicine and Naturopathy courses are built around a modular system, new students can join a course throughout the year.

Example Study Programmes

Depending on your study schedule, the diploma courses can be completed in 3 to 5 years.

Full time study - 3 years

• Year 1: Biomedicine, Naturopathy Study and Specialist I
• Year 2: Naturopathic Principles and Specialist II
• Year 3: Specialist III and Dissertation

Part time study - 5 years

• Year 1: Biomedicine
• Year 2: Naturopathy Study and Specialist I
• Year 3: Naturopathic Principles and Specialist II
• Year 4: Specialist III
• Year 5: Dissertation

Our course advisors are here to help you create a schedule that suits your needs - contact us for information.

Admissions Requirements

5 GCSEs or 2 A Levels, or equivalent academic and/or work experience.

If you are able to demonstrate previous study or work experience you may apply to gain exemptions from some units. Please contact us for more information and to see if you qualify for direct enrolment.

Fees

2008-2009

Biomedicine - £2150
Naturopathy Study - £2150
Specialist I Study - £2150
Naturopathic Principles - £2150
Specialist II Study - £2150
Specialist III Study - £2150

Total - £12,900*

*Course fees do NOT cover the costs of any clinics, fieldwork, additional residential courses, travel, books, stationery, media, accommodation, or general living costs.

Please contact our registration advisors for exact course pricing, discounts, and financing options.

Recognition

Acupuncture Training

Recognised by the BCMA (British Complementary Medicine Association). The CNM is working towards full accreditation with the BAAB, who regulate the teaching of acupuncture in the UK and has passed stage one.

Naturopathy Training

The Naturopathy training is recognised by the ANP (Association of Naturopathic Practitioners).

How to Apply

We advise you to first contact us and discuss your personal needs and goals. We can then assist you in tailoring a study schedule that suits your lifestyle and commitments. Our course advisors are knowledgable, friendly, and deal with students from all walks of life - please call us at +44 (0)1342 410 505, use our contact form, or email info@naturopathy-uk.com.

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Admissions Contact

Lynne Ott
info@naturopathy-uk.com
+44 (0)1342 410 505

Unit 1, Bulrushes Farm
Coombe Hill Road
East Grinstead
West Sussex, RH19 4LZ
T: (+44) 1342 410 505
F: (+44) 1342 410 90

Continuing Study Options

Further Study with the CNM

Students who have completed the Biomedicine, Naturopathy Study, and Naturopathic Practical study Units may opt to study the other specialist diploma courses, Homeopathy, Herbal Medicine, and Naturopathic Nutrition.

Degrees

CNM has developed an exclusive alliance with Charles Sturt University (CSU) in New South Wales, Australia, which allows CNM students and graduates to enrol into the Bachelor of Health Science Degree (Complementary Medicine). The CSU Degree programme is a distance learning course which starts each February and can be completed in 1 or 2 years. CSU offers the further opportunity for ongoing study to obtain a Master’s Degree, or a PH.D. in Complementary Medicine.

Charles Stuart University is Australia’s leading distance learning University, being responsible for the on-line education of over 28,000 students. CSU was awarded a "University of the Year" award in Australia, for its nationally recognised ability to reflect the needs of today’s society, and responsiveness to the need for life-long learning in a changing world.

Applications must be completed by the end of November; please contact us for more information. Students must have completed their CNM course before being issued with a CSU degree.