The College of Integrative Acupuncture, now in its 16th year, is enrolling for its next three-year part-time professional training course beginning on October 15. Students travel from all over Ireland to study this acupuncture course which uses Woodquay, Galway, NUI Galway and Moore Street, Loughrea for its lectures.
Course director Linda Heffernan, Lic Ac TCM, a member, of TCMCI, (The Traditional Chinese Medicine Council of Ireland ), has been practising acupuncture and herbalism in Galway since 1984. The college was subsequently established in 1996. The professional training course offers a comprehensive study of traditional Chinese medicine, acupuncture, (encompassing both systems, the ancient five element acupuncture and the eight principle acupuncture ), herbalism, diet, anatomy and physiology, and in depth clinical training.
Many people are studying acupuncture to make a new career for themselves, others study to understand health and wellbeing. Acupuncture is now widely accepted as a primary form of health care and has been endorsed by the World Health Organisation as a very effective and successful form of treatment. VHI, Quinn and VIVAS insurances also recognise acupuncture treatment. Students come from all walks of life and all ages, with very different backgrounds.
Students have the option to study in China on completing their Licentiate and some go on to practise abroad.
For a prospectus or enquiries contact course director Linda Heffernan or co-ordinator Jane McHugh on 091 561676. www.galwaycia.com [email protected]
