NZSAO Online- New Zealand School of Acupuncture Online
Online learning is open to both NZ based and international students.
The qualification on offer from February 2010 is the first year of study for the Bachelor of Health Science (Acupuncture)
BHSc(Acupuncture)- Registration closes 20 January, 2010.
- There is a $215 registration fee (returned to unsuccessful applicants).
- Orientation Week is from 2-5 February, 2010.
- Course fee is inclusive of GST.
- Normally this is a four year face-to-face course of study.
- Study is divided into two major parts: years 1&2, and years 3&4.
- Years 1 and 2 are theory years with some practical components
- Years 3 and 4 are clinical years with some theory components.
- We are offering year 1 of the BHSc (Acupuncture) online.
- Part of Acupuncture training is a significant grounding in the western medical sciences (WMS) of anatomy, physiology and pathology.
- We will be offering the western sciences of anatomy, physiology, basic microbiology and human development required for year-1 online at this time.
- You must complete all of year 1 study to enter year 2 of the bachelor programme.
- Successful year 1 online study can be cross-credited to begin year 2 Onsite study.
- please click this link to download, complete and return the enrollment forms to the school with your registration fee.
Available Subjects
Year-1 Bachelor
| Code | Subject | Pre-requisites |
| BSc-RES-101a: | Introduction to Research | nil |
| BSc-TCMT-101a: | TCM Theory I: History, Philosophy & Physiology | nil |
| BSc-TCMT-101b: | TCM Theory II: TCM Physiology | BSc-TCMT-101a |
| BSc-TCMP-101a: | TCM Practical Ia: Channel & Point Location | nil |
| BSc-TCMP-101b: | TCM Practical Ib: Channel & Point Location | BSc-TCMP-101a |
| BSc-WMS-101a: | Anatomy and Physiology | nil |
| BSc-WMS-101b: | Anatomy and Physiology | BSc-WMS-101a |
| BSc-WMS-102a: | Basic Microbiology | nil |
| BSC-WMS-103b: | Human Development | nil |
| BSC-CLN-101b | Introduction to the Clinic | nil |
Online Student Support
Each online subject has a dedicated online tutor. The tutor has responsibilities that mirror that of an on campus tutor. Tutors are responsible for facilitating the learning within the specific subject. Online tutors ensure that management of the online learning environment for each subject provides a minimum level of service.
Online tutors have an array of communication tools and techniques to make sure that all students are supported during their learning. Online class sizes are kept small to ensure greater participation and support.
The Online Learning team ensures that the learning environment is optimised to provide the best online learning experience. It also works closely with all departments in each subject, and with students to continually improve the online learning experience and explore new and innovative ways of delivering learning in the online environment.
Technology Required to Study Online
To access NZSAO Online Classrooms a broadband internet connection, a supported web browser, webcam and headphone microphone are required. Before logging in you will need a username and password, which will be sent to you when you enroll, and after you complete the IT user agreement.
Detailed technical requirements can be found on the Online Learning IT information page at http://www.acupuncture.co.nz/sysreqs/
Important information for International Students
Even after successful completion of year one Online, NZ immigration does not automatically grant a student visa to undertake year 2 Onsite. This is done on a case-by-case basis. Please contact NZ immigration service before enrolling to discuss your details.The visa process can be a long one so start early.