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If it's your career goal to become an Oriental medicine practitioner, you can discover the endless scope of career possibilities in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) at Atlantic Institute of Oriental Medicine (ATOM).
Located in beautiful Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Atlantic Institute of Oriental Medicine provides a graduate program* (Master of Science in Oriental Medicine) in Traditional Chinese Medicine and Oriental Medicine. Entailing over 3,000 hours of study, this educational program may be completed in as little as 36 months.
In the Master of Science in Oriental Medicine program, students are introduced to the basic theories of TCM, Oriental medicine history, Western anatomy and physiology, Tai Chi, Qigong, and Chinese language. Additionally, students learn diagnostic methods of TCM, TCM etiology and pathogenesis, acupuncture and moxibustion techniques, herbology, natural science, Western pathology, biomedical pharmacology and nutrition, among many other associated studies. (Before applying to the Master of Science in Oriental Medicine program, prospective students should review admission requirements.)
In addition to continuing education opportunities, ATOM provides community service programs that offer classes to the public in Qi gong (Chi Gung), Tai Chi, Chinese yoga, self-healing practices, Traditional Chinese healing methods (including Chinese astrology), health care workshops and lectures, Chinese calligraphy, Chinese language, Chinese Brush painting, and more.
Accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (ACAOM), and licensed by the State Commission for Independent Education (part of the Florida Department of Education), the Atlantic Institute of Oriental Medicine's TCM and Oriental Medicine program prepares students for the National Certification exam offered through the NCCAOM (National Commission for the Certification of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine), and for the Florida Licensure exam provided through the Florida Board of Acupuncture.
Make your positive health care contribution to the growing number of Acupuncturists and Oriental Medicine practitioners in America by acquiring essential education from the Atlantic Institute of Oriental Medicine, and earn the skills and respect toward a professionally- and personally-rewarding career today.
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