Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is one of the oldest medical systems in the world. It offers “holistic” care, as it addresses the individual as a whole—the body, psyche, emotions, mind, and spirit alike.

The result of thousands of years of study, observation, and practice, Traditional Chinese Medicine is recognized by both practitioners of alternative medicine and scientists and physicians, who have, for example, observed the clinical effectiveness of acupuncture.

It is particularly effective in both prevention and treatment of ailments. According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, the body, soul, and spirit form an inseparable whole with the universe. What affects one impacts the other.

Many people who find no relief in treatments based solely on medication report a marked improvement in their condition as soon as they incorporate this approach.

According to these principles, there is a dynamic balance between the opposing forces called Yin and Yang, which must be continuously balanced.

Whereas Western medicine is relatively recent, having developed from the 18th century onwards, Traditional Chinese Medicine has a long history. Its approach to health is radically different from the Western conception of medicine. For example, diagnosis is based on careful observation of the individual as a whole, rather than on symptoms that may appear and should be made to disappear. It also involves seeking the root cause of the illness.

Traditional Chinese Medicine is employed well before the onset of a disorder, in order to maintain a healthy body at any age. It is a curative medicine that employs natural techniques whose effectiveness is well established.

In its approach, everything is in perpetual motion thanks to the circulation of Qi and blood. Moreover, it is when this movement is interrupted that health problems—both physical and mental—arise.

Many individuals are increasingly turning away from Western medicine as we know it.

The Traditional Chinese Medicine training offered here is comprehensive. It integrates different approaches: herbal medicine, dietetics, acupuncture, massage, and Qi Gong. Although acupuncture is covered extensively in the program, this training focuses on acupressure (also known as “finger pressure”), in which fingers replace needles.

If you are already familiar with one of these Chinese medicine therapies or have some notions (in dietetics, herbal medicine, etc.), this training will help you round out your knowledge with concrete applications of “holistic” care.
By proceeding step by step, all aspects of Chinese medicine will gradually become familiar to you. You will simultaneously apply the principles of this approach to your daily life. Thus, you will witness its benefits firsthand, even before sharing them with others.

At the end of the program, you will be able to offer a complete session of advice and treatments in Chinese medicine and adapt your remedies according to the problems that need to be addressed.

Based on shamanic and philosophical principles, Chinese medicine has developed a specific examination of the individual. This examination uses observation, questioning, olfaction, and palpation. From this careful examination and the clues, it reveals, suitable remedies can be proposed.

The Traditional Chinese Medicine training is organized into four phases:

Over the course of this training, interspersed with activities, you will study the 14 main meridians, various plants and remedies of the Chinese pharmacopoeia, as well as approaches to foods and the principles of Chinese dietetics.

Thanks to the warnings punctuating the program, you will know how to take the necessary precautions in your practice, providing full reassurance to those who seek your advice.

This training is intended both for those curious about another approach to health care and for those who wish to deepen their knowledge or broaden their scope of practice.

Whether you are a practicing therapist or a complete beginner, you have at your disposal a comprehensive and rich training to embark on a process of improvement that will benefit you, whichever path you take.

Discovering Traditional Chinese Medicine is not limited to progressing theoretically within this discipline. This training will therefore lead you to work on numerous activities that will help you refine your knowledge: knowledge of yourself, as well as of those around you who may become, in time, your clients.

The objective is to enable you to envision health—yours, that of your loved ones, and your clients—from a more natural and broader perspective.

This Traditional Chinese Medicine training consists of 15 modules. You are completely free to progress at your own pace, according to your personal and professional obligations. There is no fixed schedule for progressing through the levels and exams: your enrollment is permanent, and you can manage your timetable as you wish.

Once enrolled, you have access to all modules, which you can download or consult online at any time, according to your preferences. A discussion area is also available in the form of a forum.

To obtain your certification, you must pass a final exam covering the entire training. Once certified, you may choose to offer your Traditional Chinese Medicine advice, or you may specialize in one of the disciplines you have discovered throughout your training journey.

You can practice in various ways: as a self-employed practitioner—thus running your own office—or as an employee in an institution offering alternative therapies. Indeed, more and more establishments are seeking professionals who can practice or provide services in fields related to alternative and Eastern medicines.

Becoming a practitioner in one of the specific disciplines of Chinese medicine is entirely possible, but it is essential to have a solid foundation of knowledge in order to practice optimally.

A growing number of people turn to Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioners every day. Thus, if you practice with seriousness and empathy, word of mouth quickly comes into play, allowing you to grow your client base steadily.

A Traditional Chinese Medicine session is billed between €50 and €80, depending on where you practice. The appointment lasts 1 hour, and several sessions may be required. The closer the sessions are in time, the more effective they will be. A practitioner may suggest 1 to 3 closely spaced sessions per month, then follow-up sessions every 4 to 6 weeks until the issue that prompted the initial consultation is resolved.

Furthermore, it is important to make your clients aware of the preventive aspect of Chinese medicine. A consultation once or twice a year at seasonal changes (spring and autumn) is recommended.

Regular follow-ups with clients are thus established, the schedule rotation is constant, which encourages the establishment and stabilization of your future practice.

We hope you will enjoy studying this training. We wish you a wonderful exploration, and above all, a beautiful revolution in your life and that of those around you, inspired by these remarkable health principles!