Bachelor of Health Science (Acupuncture)
| Qualification Number | PC9792 |
|---|---|
| Classification | Acupuncture |
| Level | 7 |
| Credit | 480 |
| Length of Study | 4 years |
| Entry Requirements; Site | Domestic and international entry requirements; Auckland and Wellington |
| Quality Assurance | New Zealand Qualifications Authority: Approvals, Accreditation, Audit |
Where Will I Learn
Both Auckland and Wellington campuses meet NZQA Onsite requirements and will deliver the BHSc (Acupuncture). Year 1 theory and practical are also delivered through Online Learning.
What Will I Learn
The course comprises the Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Western Medical Studies (WMS) core curriculum, in combination with Acupuncture (ACU) specialist theory and practical courses, including extensive clinical experience. Years 1 and 2 are largely classroom based, with observation and assistance roles in the student clinic. Years 3 and 4 continue with classroom based learning, but the focus moves to the student’s role as a clinical practitioner and researcher.
The BHSc (Acupuncture), is on par with other international qualifications and takes four years full-time training to complete.
Qualifications Gained
Our graduates qualification will allow them to:
- become members of the New Zealand Register of Acupuncturists (NZRA) without further training or examination
- have achieved the National Diploma of Acupuncture, the New Zealand minimum standard
- take the national examination of acupuncturists in the USA without further training
- have the ability to undertake research in acupuncture
- undertake post-graduate studies
Course Duration
Students who undertake the full four years of study, progress to become reflective practitioners, with enhanced clinical ability; demonstrating greater confidence and maturity as practitioners.Course material prepares students for practice under the Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC) scheme as referred treatment providers; extends their theoretical and clinical knowledge in specialist areas selected for their relevance to practice in the New Zealand health environment; and incorporates a small business management course aimed at supporting their future commercial success. In addition, the higher level of analysis and reflection required, prepares students for post-graduate studies either in New Zealand or internationally.
Completion of the full fourth year ensures students have a qualification that has ample theoretical coverage and clinical experience to meet international equivalency requirements.
Candidates with Acupuncture Qualifications
Candidates with existing acupuncture qualifications who wish to transfer to the Bachelor degree course will be from:
- The National Diploma in Acupuncture (NDA): where the qualification does not include 500 hours of clinical training and took three years of training to qualify with any provider.
- The National Diploma in Acupuncture: where the qualification does include 500 hours of clinical training and took four years of training to qualify with any provider.
- The NZSATCM Local Diploma in Acupuncture: this is the primary acupuncture training course delivered by NZSATCM and takes four years of training. This includes 500 hours of clinical training and reflects majority of the content of the proposed Bachelor degree.
- A Local Diploma in Acupuncture from another PTE: this qualification must be listed on the New Zealand Register of Quality Assured Qualifications and will be subject to the RPL/RCC process.
- A Foreign Diploma in Acupuncture: This must be recognised by NZQA as the equivalent of the NDA and will be subject to the RPL/RCC process.
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