What is acupuncture?

Acupuncture is a branch of Traditional Chinese Medicine. The goal of an acupuncture treatment is to assist with the body’s natural healing ability and guarantee a balance of energy flow. Acupuncturists can use a variety of methods that all have the intention of stimulating the meridian lines throughout the whole body. Acupuncturists provide their services for people dealing with a range of conditions such as:

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Asthma
  • Digestive issues
  • High blood pressure
  • Infertility
  • Migraines
  • Muscle tension
  • Headaches

In Adelaide, acupuncturists are able to register with one of the following nationally recognised acupuncture associations:

  • Federation of Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture Societies of Australia (FCMA)
  • Australian Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine Association Ltd (AACMA)
  • Australian Natural Therapists Association (ANTA)
  • Australian Traditional-Medicine Society (ATMS)
  • Chinese Medicine & Acupuncture Society of Australia (CMASA)

Acupuncture Courses in Adelaide

Should you complete an acupuncture course?

Are you interested in learning about how acupuncture can enhance an individual's physical wellbeing? If you answered yes, acupuncture is the perfect career path for you. Below are some of the important traits and characteristics that you are expected to have if you want to work as an acupuncture practitioner:

  • An attentive listener in order to ascertain a better understanding of the client's case history, symptoms so it's easier to determine the cause of their physical discomfort.
  • Clear communication skills so that clients are fully aware of how the session will be conducted.
  • A lot of physical and mental stamina as you will be required to see many clients and be physically active throughout the day.
  • High attention to detail when administering the acupuncture treatment and locating pain points.

If you see a parallel between your personal interests, interpersonal skills and career goals, continue reading to find out more about your course and study options available for you in Adelaide in order to kick start your career in acupuncture.

What are the course and study options for acupuncturists in Adelaide?

If you are interested in becoming an acupuncturist, it is necessary that you complete either a Bachelor of Health Science majoring in Acupuncture or a Bachelor of Applied Science majoring in Chinese Medicine. In Adelaide, these course providers give you a range of delivery modes to accommodate your preferred learning style. Some of these options include on-campus, online or a blended learning system.

The theoretical components of these lessons are led by individuals who have a lot of experience teaching and working in the acupuncture field. They will cover a broad range of topics such as pathophysiology, physiology, anatomy and traditional Chinese classical medical theory. In addition, you will need to complete a practical work module. This is a very valuable part of your education as it will give you a chance to gain first-hand experience working with a client in addition to learning about how to analyse clinical assessments and the different acupuncture diagnostic techniques.

If you scroll up, you will see a variety of acupuncture courses and schools in Adelaide. After short-listing your preferred schools, you can get in touch with them directly if you have any further questions about enrolment, tuition fees and delivery methods.

What happens after you complete your acupuncture course?

After graduating with an undergraduate degree with a focus on acupuncture, you will be able to become a member of one of the many peak accreditation bodies for acupuncturists in Australia such as the Australian Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine Association (AACM). This will make it easier for you to enter the workforce and will help you gain greater clarification in regards to the wide range of pathways and focus areas that you can work in, such as:

Once you gain some experience working in a clinic, you will have the option to start your own private practice. This will give you the chance to be self-employed and have a greater degree of autonomy over the management of your business and the types of clients that you take on board. With this option, Natural Therapy Pages will be there to assist you along the way especially as you try to grow your client list by allowing you to list your in-person acupuncture sessions via the website. 

Finally, it is highly recommended that you pursue a postgraduate degree such as a Master of Chinese Medicine if you are looking to improve your employment prospects as an acupuncture practitioner in Adelaide or even pursue a research pathway.