Certificate in Acupressure - Luo Connecting Points

Course Outline:

Qualification Title: Certificate in Acupressure – Luo connecting points

Qualification Type: Level 2 Certificate

Accreditation Status: Accredited by CPD and iAP

Course Duration: self-paced (module availability: 365 days)

Guided Learning Hours: 02

Availability: International

Want to maintain a young and healthy body for a lifetime? Learn Chinese traditional medicine techniques and get going for good health!

Chinese Medicine has often proved to be one of the most successful ways to naturally heal the body and maintain health. Acupressure is one technique used by Chinese medicine in various forms to achieve the desired health results. The Luo connecting points in the human body are 12 points found in each of the Meridian channels. These points establish paths for blood to actively flow throughout the body. Our online course in Acupressure – Luo connecting points will equip you to know natural methods of healing, curing and maintaining a healthy body. So why not sign up for this course today and learn to achieve the positive effects of Acupressure in your life and that of your friends, family and clients?

The course will introduce its learners to the concepts of traditional Chinese medicine. It starts with introducing learners to the Meridian channels. Each of the 12 meridian channels has a Luo Connecting Point that links the interior and exterior related pairs of yin and yang channels in proper order. The Luo Connecting points establish a system for ‘qi’ – life energy, and blood to be circulated throughout the entire body to nourish all tissues and the Zang-Fu organs. The term ‘zang’ refers to the organs considered to be yin in nature – lung, pericardium, heart, spleen, liver and kidney – while ‘fu’ refers to the yang organs – large intestine, triple heater, small intestine, stomach, gall bladder and bladder. By taking this course candidates will not only learn rewarding acupressure techniques but also the key methods to maintain a healthy mind and body.

We at Study365 aim to provide our learners with top-notch faculty on their own convenience not bound by time or place. While our online learning modules are accessible at all times from anywhere in the world, we understand students’ need for help and support during the learning process and therefore, we facilitate you with one of our tutors to help you through. All information, coursework and module development is professionally created and always kept up-to-date.

Learning Outcomes

When you take this course, you will be learning:

• The concept of traditional Chinese medicine and its methods
• The Meridian paths, it’s practice and background
• The ‘qi’ concept and blood flow throughout the body
• The 12 Meridian channels on the hind and front side of human body
• Luo connecting points that provide a network that interlaces all parts of the body.
• The 2 levels of the network – superficial and deep
• The superficial level – in the small veins that appear during disease or after trauma, showing inflammation or blockage
• The deeper level – where chronic disease may end up, more difficult to cure

Who is this course for?

Anyone who has a passion for healing and good health maintenance can be an ideal candidate. If you are looking for a career opportunity that enables you to relieve others and bring a positive change, this course might be your choice. The course is perfect for those who are willing to work in the health and social help sector. It may help you develop a career path toward:

• Assistant to health care professionals
• Personal therapist
• Independent acupressure practitioner
• Health advisory roles

The course could also add-on as a plus point to your skills if you are a qualified nurse or have any other role in health care.

Requirements

Learners must be age 16 or over and should have a basic understanding of the English Language, numeracy, literacy, and ICT.

Assessment

There will be an assessment at the end of the course. It would be an online test in form of MCQs, the results of which would be revealed immediately after test completion.

Certification

Successful candidates will be awarded a CPD accredited internationally recognised Certificate in Acupressure – Yin Meridians upon successful completion of this course.

Career Paths

The course provides successful career paths into health sectors. On average, a Chinese medicine practitioner can expect to earn a minimum of £12000 in the UK (gov.uk). Moreover, a Chinese medicine practitioner could earn between $31000 to $122000 in the U.S., depending on his/her skills and experience.  Learners may be able to take up jobs such as:

• Assistant to experienced professionals (Chinese doctors, Neurologists, Physical Therapists)
• Care-taker
• Independent acupressure therapist
• Chinese medicine practitioner
• Self-employed acupressure instructor

About the Instructor

Annette Reilly has specialized in Neuroenergetic Kinesiology (NEK), having a great deal of knowledge in subjects like Chemistry, Biochemistry & Nutrition, Pathophysiology and Pharmacology, Biology, Anatomy & Physiology, to name but a few. She served the role of Principal of The College of Neuroenergetic Kinesiology for a period of 5 years in Ireland. Later, she also served as the chairperson of The Kinesiology Association of Ireland. Her keen interest in acupressure, nutrition and traditional Chinese medicine helped her write quite a few courses on the respective subjects for which, she has received recognition by the International Institute for Complementary Therapists (IICT).