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Traditional Chinese Medicine Foundations
Study Traditional Chinese Medicine foundations — qi, yin and yang, the five elements, meridians, and diagnostic principles. This course suits acupressure practitioners, herbalists, and holistic therapists building a grounding in TCM theory.
This course includes
15 modules
Complete curriculum
15 PDFs
Downloadable guides
20h 27min of audio course content.
Narrated lessons
Interactive quizzes
Test your knowledge
Certificate of completion
Awarded when you finish
CEU Credits via NCCAP
Earn continuing-ed units
Insurance eligible (ICHAP)
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Weekly live Q&A
Live session every week
Overview
Course description
🌟 Explore the foundations of Traditional Chinese Medicine
Traditional Chinese Medicine, often called TCM, is a long-established system of health and wellness with roots going back thousands of years. It takes a holistic view of the person, considering the body, emotions, mind, lifestyle, and environment as interconnected.
This course introduces the core ideas, history, and practices associated with Traditional Chinese Medicine. You will explore concepts such as Yin and Yang, Qi, meridians, Chinese dietetics, herbal traditions, acupressure, self-massage, Tui Na, and Qi Gong.
The course is designed for educational and personal-development purposes. It is not a medical qualification and does not authorise you to diagnose, treat, prescribe, perform acupuncture, or use any protected professional title. Requirements to practise Chinese medicine, acupuncture, herbal medicine, or related therapies vary by country, state, province, and territory.
📘 A holistic approach to health and wellbeing
Traditional Chinese Medicine approaches health differently from conventional Western medicine. Rather than focusing only on individual symptoms, TCM looks at patterns, lifestyle, balance, and the person as a whole.
In TCM theory, wellbeing is linked to the movement and balance of Qi, blood, Yin and Yang, and the body’s internal systems. When these are thought to become disrupted or imbalanced, discomfort or health concerns may arise.
In this course, you will learn how these traditional concepts are understood and how they are used within TCM-based wellbeing practices.
This course does not replace medical care. Anyone with a medical condition, symptoms, or health concerns should seek advice from a qualified healthcare professional.
✨ Why study Traditional Chinese Medicine?
Many people are interested in natural, holistic, and traditional approaches to wellbeing. This course gives you a structured introduction to the main areas of Traditional Chinese Medicine, including:
TCM history, philosophy, and foundational principles
Yin and Yang theory
Qi, blood, and meridian theory
Chinese dietetics
Traditional herbal concepts
Acupressure and self-massage
Tui Na massage principles
Qi Gong
TCM-style observation and questioning
Although acupuncture is discussed as part of the wider TCM tradition, this course does not train you to perform acupuncture. The practical focus is on non-invasive techniques such as acupressure and self-massage.
By studying step by step, you will gain a clearer understanding of how TCM views health and balance. You can apply many of the course concepts to your own lifestyle and wellbeing, while also building a foundation for further stud
🎯What you will learn
This course combines theory with practical exercises and reflective activities. You will explore how TCM traditionally observes the individual through questioning, visual observation, lifestyle patterns, and other non-invasive approaches.
The course is organised into four main phases:
1) Foundations of Traditional Chinese Medicine
2) Health and imbalance in TCM theory
3) TCM-style observation and assessment
4) Traditional Chinese Medicine practices
Throughout the course, you will study the 14 main meridians, selected traditional herbs and remedies, food principles, and the foundations of Chinese dietary theory.
You will also find safety notes and practice warnings throughout the program, helping you understand the limits of non-medical wellbeing advice and when someone should be referred to a qualified healthcare professional.
👑Who is this course for?
This course is suitable for anyone who wants to understand Traditional Chinese Medicine from a holistic and educational perspective.
It may be useful for:
Beginners interested in TCM and natural wellbeing
Wellness enthusiasts who want to explore holistic traditions
Massage, beauty, spa, or wellbeing professionals who want introductory knowledge
Practitioners in non-medical wellness fields who want to broaden their understanding
Anyone considering further formal study in Chinese medicine, acupuncture, herbal medicine, or related fields No previous experience is required.
No previous experience is required.
This course does not qualify you to practise as a doctor, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist, herbalist, or regulated healthcare professional. Professional practice requirements depend on your local laws and regulatory bodies.
💡 Course duration and access
The course includes 15 modules. You can study at your own pace and organise your learning around your personal and professional schedule.
Once enrolled, you receive access to the course materials, which you can consult online or download where available. You will also have access to a discussion space where you can connect with other learners.
To complete the course and receive your certificate of completion, you must pass the final assessment covering the course content.
The certificate confirms that you have completed this educational course. It does not represent a licence to practise medicine, diagnose conditions, treat patients, prescribe remedies, perform acupuncture, or use protected professional titles.
🚀 Build a foundation in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Traditional Chinese Medicine is a rich and complex field. This course gives you an accessible foundation so you can understand its main principles, language, and traditional practices.
After completing the course, you may choose to:
Use the knowledge for your own wellbeing
Continue learning through more advanced study
Add general TCM-inspired wellbeing concepts to an existing non-medical wellness practice, where legally permitted
Explore formal training routes if you wish to pursue regulated professional practice
Anyone wishing to work professionally in Chinese medicine, acupuncture, herbal medicine, or related healthcare fields should check the legal and regulatory requirements in their country, state, province, or territory before offering services.
We hope this course gives you a clear, inspiring, and responsible introduction to the world of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
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Modules
Course syllabus
Module 1 - Introduction To Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) And Its History, The Conception Vessel Meridian
59:13
In this first module, you will study:
- Chinese thought.
- Current practice of Chinese medicine.
- Precautions and warnings.
- The history of Chinese medicine from its origins.
- The theoretical reference texts and inventions over the centuries.
- The Conception Vessel Meridian.
Module 2 - TCM Fundamentals (1), The Governor Vessel Meridian
1:02:50
In this second module, you will study:
- The differences between Chinese and Western medicine.
- Complementarity with Western medicine.
- The fundamental theoretical principles at the heart of Chinese medicine: metaphysics, the Tao and Wu, the “Ten Thousand Theories,” Taoism, Laozi.
- Cosmogony: the Void (Wu-Ji): The Roof (Tai Ji), Man between Heaven and Earth.
- Qi: its origins and the diverse types of Qi.
- Yin and Yang: impermanence, permeability, and complementarity.
- The San Bao: the Three Treasures of health (Jing, Qi, and Shen).
- The San Jiao: the Three Burners, the three Dan Tian.
- The Governing Vessel Meridian.
Module 3 - TCM Fundamentals (2), The Heart Meridian
1:01:24
This module will address:
- The fundamental concepts of the human being.
- The multiple souls (Hun, Po, and Shen).
- The Five Elements.
- The Zang-Fu organs (organs and viscera).
- The Six Climatic Factors and the Twelve Earthly Branches.
- The Heart Meridian.
Module 4 - TMC Fundamentals (3), The Small Intestine Meridian
1:08:37
You will study the following topics:
- The human body according to Traditional Chinese Medicine.
- The “hollow” organs (Yang) and the “solid” organs (Yin).
- Organ and viscus pairs.
- Innate Qi and Acquired Qi.
- The Ming Men vital center.
- The Yin and Yang of the Three Treasures or San Bao, and their links to the organs.
- Jing, the various types of Qi and their movements.
- Shen, including thought, cognition, emotion, intuition, will, etc..
- Body fluids and blood.
- The Small Intestine Meridian.
Module 5 - Pathologies & The Triple Burner Meridian
1:29:09
In this module, you will discover:
- Pathologies in Traditional Chinese Medicine.
- A deeper look at the meridians.
- The meridians and the circadian cycle.
- The origins of diseases.
- The Triple Burner Meridian.
Module 6 - General Advice Before Diagnosis, The Pericadrium Meridian
1:08:04
In this sixth module, you will study:
- Questioning.
- Observation.
- Correspondences of the 5 senses and the organs (tongue, eyes, etc.).
- Olfaction and palpation (body and pulse).
- A brief overview of Traditional Chinese Medicine diagnosis.
- The Pericardium Meridian.
Module 7 - Pathologies Of The Eight (8) Principles, The Spleen And Pancreas Meridian
1:22:07
In this module, you will study:
- Signs of diseases.
- Syndromes and symptoms linked to each meridian and element, related to Qi, blood, body fluids, organs, and viscera.
- The Eight Principles.
- Traditional Chinese Medicine remedies and therapies.
- An introduction to acupuncture.
- The Spleen (and Pancreas) Meridian.
Module 8 - Acupressure And The Stomach Meridian
1:09:21
In this module, you will discover:
- Acupuncture points.
- Preparation for acupressure.
- Advice and combinations of points.
- The Stomach Meridian.
Module 9 - Qi Gong & The Lung Meridian
1:02:19
An introduction to Qi Gong
- Preparation, basic practice, and the daily ritual.
- The Lung Meridian.
Module 10 - Qi Gong II & The Large Intestine Meridian
1:25:17
In this module, you will study the following topics:
- Qi Gong practice.
- Arm swinging.
- Strengthening the Dan Tian.
- Ba Duan Jin.
- The six therapeutic sounds.
- Specific symptoms in children.
- The Large Intestine Meridian.
Module 11 - Qi Gong III & The Livre's Momentum
1:01:37
In this module, you will discover:
- Animal Qi Gong.
- A ritual for living to one hundred years old.
- The Liver Meridian.
Module 12 - Phytotherapy & The Gallbladder Meridian
1:10:32
In this module, you will study:
- The basic principles of herbal medicine in Traditional Chinese Medicine.
- The essential pharmacopoeia.
- The Gallbladder Meridian.
Module 13 - Phytotherapy II & The Kidney Meridian
1:34:43
In this module, you will study:
- Traditional prescriptions.
- Examples of formulas.
- Plants by indication.
- Chinese dietetics, fundamental principles.
- The Kidney Meridian.
Module 14 - Chinese Dietetics II & The Bladder Meridian
1:18:42
In this module, you will study:
- The nature and flavor of foods.
- The Urinary Bladder Meridian.
Module 15 - Self-Massage And Tui Na Massage
1:33:26
In this module, you will discover:
- Self-massage.
- Tui Na massage.
- Review of a complete Traditional Chinese Medicine session.
- Conclusion and bibliography.
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I have learnt so much on TCM, that it has given me the confidence to elaborate more, and freely on Chinese medicine. My friends and family will be happy for me. Doing this course in my own time works wonders, and i can now pass on my knowledge to friends and families. Also encourage other people to try TCM. Thank you. Efficient Therapist Vince McIntosh
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