East West College of Natural Medicine - Master of Science in Oriental Medicine

http://ewcollege.org

Sarasota, FL
941-355-9080
(800) 883-5528
registrar@ewcollege.org

The program of study at EWCNM is a professional degree program designed to prepare the student for a successful career practicing Oriental Medicine. The program combines both classroom and practical study that includes the philosophy, theory and clinical application of Oriental and Western medicine. Oriental Medicine courses include classical diagnostic approaches, acupuncture, herbal medicine, nutrition, tuina medical massage and Qi Gong exercise therapy. Western biomedicine courses prepare the student with the relevant tools needed to diagnosis and accurately execute a complementary approach to healthcare. Biomedical courses include biological sciences, anatomy & physiology, diagnostic skills, pharmacology and nutrition. Students are also exposed to the subtleties of Japanese acupuncture and alternative therapies such as homeopathy. Upon completion of the didactic program students possess a thorough understanding of the strengths and differences of both the western and Oriental Medical approaches.

The clinical phases of the program prepare students to utilize the knowledge, both theoretical and technical, that is acquired in the classroom. The clinical education is directly supervised by experienced and licensed practitioners of Oriental Medicine. Students begin their clinical career as an observer and gradually work toward independently treating patients as an intern. This portion of the program gives students the opportunity to apply their treatment skills and knowledge in a practical manner. Through the clinical externship program, students are provided additional experience in collaborative biomedicine settings. Over the course of the clinical education students develop skills and synthesize their knowledge in an experience that will prepare them for a successful professional career in healthcare.

Retrieved from East West College of Natural Medicine website on 3/14/2010.