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A. Purpose: |
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Georgia Christian
University is an educational institution
to glorify God by equipping students
who will proclaim God¡¯s Word and
to build up the body of Christ
through education. GCU seeks to
maintain an appropriate balance
between training for effective
vocational ministries and academics.
Master¡¯s Degree Program standard
at Georgia Christian University
is in alignment with the guideline
of the Accreditation Commission
for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine
(ACAOM). GCU¡¯s Oriental Medicine
Program which requires at least
four years in length after at
least two years of accredited
postsecondary education develops
student ability to care patients
and enhance learning |
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B. Objectives:
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The primary objective
of School of Oriental Medicine
at Georgia Christian University
is to cultivate compatible herb
doctors and oriental medicine
practitioners equipped with
knowledge and clinical competence.
Continual studies and clinical
experiments by GCU¡¯s exceptional
teaching staff and research
structure at top-notch facility
shall modernize the field of
Oriental Medicine and further
contribute to the society in
needs of gaining a mix of theoretical
and practical knowledge and
skill.
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C. DEGREE TENDERED:
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When successfully
complete 4-year academic curriculum
at GCU, graduates will receive
Master¡¯s Degree in Oriental
Medicine, with which candidates
are qualified to apply for a
Certification by The National
Certification Commission for
Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine.
Certification Examinations are
given three times a year in
February, July, and November
by The National Certification
Commission for Acupuncture and
Oriental Medicine.
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D. Course Description:
First Year / 1st Semester |
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| Dept
OM |
Number
101 |
Title
Medical Histories |
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| Description |
A survey of
the history and development/changes
of healing systems, with
emphasis on Oriental models
of each period in contrast
to Western approaches, and
exploring the future development. |
| Prerequisite |
NONE |
| Dept
OM |
Number
102 |
Title
Basic Theory of Oriental
Medicine |
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| Description |
An orientation
to Oriental medicine and
introduction to the concepts
of yang and ying, 5 elements,
basic substances, organ
physiology, etiological
factors, 8 principles. |
| Prerequisite |
NONE |
| Dept
AP |
Number
101 |
Title
Basic Theory of Acupuncture |
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| Description |
Introduction
to the art and science of
acupuncture, including major
types of channels and major
types of points, Detail
study of channel pathways
and acupuncture point locations
of the Rent ion, Du, Lung,
Large Intestine, Stomach,
Heart, and Small Intestine
meridians. |
| Prerequisite |
NINE |
| Dept
AP |
Number
102 |
Title
Meridian Theory |
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| Description |
Introduction
to the non-invasive touch
and pressure to facilitate
the flow of energy (qi)
and to strengthen the body/mind,
paying special attention
to balancing the harmony
of the body with the five
element theory. This course
is to introduce almost identical
effects and benefits of
acupuncture without needles. |
| Prerequisite |
NONE |
| Dept
HB |
Number
101 |
Title
Introductions to Herbology |
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| Description |
A basic study
of plant life, including
plant morphology, A detailed
study of approximately over
300 Chinese/Korean herbs,
their classification, name,
taste, properties, entering
channel and indications,
contraindications and preparation.
Herb categories to be covered
include: Warm Acrid Herbs
that release the exterior,
cool acrid herbs that release
the exterior, herbs that
clear heat, and downward
draining herbs. |
| Prerequisite |
NONE |
| Dept
OM |
Number
103 |
Title
Medical Terminology |
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| Description |
An introduction
to basic Chinese terminology
and characters useful in
understanding the original
texts in acupuncture, herbology,
and Chinese/Korean medical
theory. |
| Prerequisite |
NONE |
| Dept
BS-W |
Number
101 |
Title
Biology |
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| Description |
A general
study of basic concepts
of life systems, focusing
on the living systems and
metabolism from the chemical
and molecular levels. |
| Prerequisite |
NONE |
| Dept
OM |
Number
104 |
Title
Psychology |
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| Description |
Introduction
to the foundation of clinical
psychology and various methods
of psychological healing. |
| Prerequisite |
NONE |
| Dept
OM |
Number
105 |
Title
Medical Ethics/Clinic Management |
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| Description |
Discussions
of the basic organization
of the medical office and
clinic, with emphasis on
office management, patient
record keeping, confidentiality,
the Practicum of acupuncture,
insurance, billing procedures,
legal responsibilities,
and related topics.
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| Prerequisite |
NONE |
First Year / 2nd
Semester
| Dept
OM |
Number
105 |
Title
Basic Theory of Oriental
Medicine II |
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| Description |
An orientation
to Oriental medicine and
introduction to the concepts
of yang and ying, 5 elements,
basic substances, organ
physiology, etiological
factors, 8 principles. |
| Prerequisite |
NONE |
| Dept
AP |
Number
103 |
Title
Acupuncture II |
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| Description |
A detailed
study of acupuncture point
locations and their channel
pathways in relation to
anatomical regions, nerves,
bones, muscles, tendons,
ligaments, and vessels,
with an emphasis on channel
and collateral theory and
treatment. |
| Prerequisite |
NONE |
| Dept
AP |
Number
104 |
Title
Meridian Theory |
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| Description |
Introduction
to the non-invasive touch
and pressure to facilitate
the flow of energy (qi)
and to strengthen the body/mind,
paying special attention
to balancing the harmony
of the body with the five
element theory. This course
is to introduce almost identical
effects and benefits of
acupuncture, without needles. |
| Prerequisite |
NONE |
| Dept
HB |
Number
103 |
Title
Prescriptionology I |
Credits
3 |
| Description |
Students learn
an in-depth study and analysis
of Chinese/Korean herbal
formulas. Students are expected
to study the major formulas
(over 150 ancient, traditional,
and modern), including the
herbal components, significance,
explanation, indication
and clinical use. |
| Prerequisite |
NONE |
| Dept
BS-W |
Number
102 |
Title
Biochemistry |
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| Description |
An introduction
to physiological chemistry,
including basic cellular
biology, metabolism, and
the structure and function
of carbohydrates, lipids,
proteins and nucleic acids,
DNA,, vitamins, hormones,
minerals, enzymes and drugs
role in human metabolism.
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| Prerequisite |
NONE |
| Dept
BS-W |
Number
103 |
Title
Anatomy and Physiology I |
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| Description |
A study of
human anatomy and physiology
including the organization
of the body and the skeletal
and muscular systems, lymphatic,
immune and cardiovascular
systems. |
| Prerequisite |
NONE |
| Dept
BS-W |
Number
104 |
Title
Pathology I |
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| Description |
An introduction
to Basic Pathology: Cell
Pathology, Inflammation
and Repair, Environmental
and Genetic Disorders, Homodynamic
and Hematological Disorders,
Immunopathology, Neoplasia |
| Prerequisite |
NONE |
| Dept
OM |
Number
106 |
Title
Medical Statistics |
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| Description |
An introduction
to use of medical database
and the theory of statistics |
| Prerequisite |
NONE |
Second Year / 1st
Semester
| Dept
OM |
Number
201 |
Title
Diagnosis of Oriental Medicine |
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| Description |
A study of
the four traditional methods
of Oriental diagnosis, including
observation, auscultation/olfaction,
inquiry and palpation. Study
includes signs, symptoms,
tongue analysis, and pulse
analysis. Includes a one-hour
practical session. |
| Prerequisite |
NONE |
| Dept
OM |
Number
102 |
Title
Internal Medicine I |
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| Description |
Introduction
to the evaluation and treatment
of serious conditions such
as lung disease, heart disease,
diabetes, thyroid diseases,
gastrointestinal disorders,
hypertension (high blood
pressure), arthritis and
many other disorders. |
| Prerequisite |
NONE |
| Dept
AP |
Number
201 |
Title
Acupuncture II |
3 |
| Description |
A detailed
study of channel pathways
and acupuncture point locations
of the Urinary Bladder,
Kidney, Pericardium, San
Jiao, Gall Bladder, Liver,
and Extra Points. |
| Prerequisite |
NONE |
| Dept
AP |
Number
202 |
Title
Acupuncture Techniques III
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| Description |
A detailed
study of energetic functions
of the acupuncture points
for the 12 meridians, plus
review of point locations
and channel pathways for
the 12 channels. |
| Prerequisite |
NONE |
| Dept
HB |
Number
201 |
Title
Herboloby II |
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| Description |
A detailed
study of approximately over
300 Chinese/Korean herbs,
their classification, name,
taste, properties, entering
channel and indications,
contraindications and preparation,
and a brief introduction
to a few commonly used formulas
category of herbs. Herb
categories to be covered
include: herbs that drain
dampness, herbs that expel
wind-dampness herbs that
cool and transform phlegm
heat, warn herbs that transform
phlegm-cold, herbs that
relieve coughing and wheezing,
hers that expel phlegm by
inducing vomiting, aromatic
herbs that transform dampness,
herbs that relieve food
stagnation, herbs that regulate
the Qi. |
| Prerequisite |
NONE |
| Dept
BS-W |
Number
201 |
Title
Physics |
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| Description |
This course
is designed to provide the
basic information in the
fields of mechanics, heat
and sound, as well as light,
electricity, magnetism,
atoms and modern physics.
The fundamental laws of
physics are explained and
discussed. |
| Prerequisite |
NONE |
| Dept
BS-W |
Number
202 |
Title
Anatomy and Physiology II |
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| Description |
A study of
the nervous and endocrine
systems, genetics, growth
and development |
| Prerequisite |
NONE |
| Dept
BS-W |
Number
203 |
Title
Pathology II |
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| Description |
Study of pathology
of the Respiratory, Digestive,
Cardiovascular and Urinary
systems. |
| Prerequisite |
NONE |
| Dept
CP |
Number
201 |
Title
Clinical Practicum (100hrs) |
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| Description |
In the second
phase of the clinical training
program, the students will
begin to apply the theory
and methods they have learned
in the classroom and during
the Clinical Practicum Program.
The three emphases of Clinic
Internship will be the interaction
between the student practitioner
and the patient, the development
of a responsible treatment
plan, and the practical
application of basic treatment
skills and techniques. Students
will also develop diagnostic
skills and gain experience
in syndrome identification
and formula application.
Students will discuss cases
with classmates and with
the instructor. |
| Prerequisite |
NONE |
Second Year / 2nd
Semester
| Dept
OM |
Number
202 |
Title
Diagnosis of Oriental Medicine |
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| Description |
A study of
the four traditional methods
of Oriental diagnosis, including
observation, auscultation/olfaction,
inquiry and palpation. Study
includes signs, symptoms,
tongue analysis, and pulse
analysis. Includes a one-hour
practical session. |
| Prerequisite |
NONE |
| Dept
OM |
Number
203 |
Title
Internal Medicine II |
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| Description |
Introduction
to ENT and Skin Disease,
and to understanding the
external diseases as reflections
of internal problems. An
attempt is made to produce
new medicine on clinical
study through combining
Oriental and western medicine.
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| Prerequisite |
NONE |
| Dept
AP |
Number
203 |
Title
Acupuncture III |
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| Description |
Students will
acquire additional ability
to develop acupuncture diagnosis
skills and treatment prescriptions,
based on the diagnostic
paradigms of traditional
Chinese medicine.
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| Prerequisite |
NONE |
| Dept
AP |
Number
204 |
Title
Acupuncture Techniques II |
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| Description |
A detailed
study of acupuncture point
locations and their channel
pathways in relation to
anatomical regions, nerves,
bones, muscles, tendons,
ligaments, and vessels,
with an emphasis on channel
and collateral theory and
treatment. |
| Prerequisite |
NONE |
| Dept
HB |
Number
202 |
Title
Herbology III |
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| Description |
A detailed
study of approximately 90
Chinese herbs, their classification,
name, taste, properties,
entering channel and indications,
contraindications and preparation.
Includes a brief introduction
to a few commonly used formulas
category of herbs. Herb
categories to be covered
include: Herbs that stop
bleeding, herbs that invigorate
the blood, herbs that warm
the interior and expel the
cold, herbs that tonify
the Qi, herbs that tonify
the blood, herbs that tonify
yang |
| Prerequisite |
NONE |
| Dept
HB |
Number
203 |
Title
Prescriptionology II |
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| Description |
This course
continues the study of the
major formulas, including
the herbal components, significance,
explanation, indication
and clinical use. This course
covers the following treatment
methods: harmonize, treat
dryness, expel dampness,
warm interior, tonify. |
| Prerequisite |
NONE |
| Dept
BS-W |
Number
206 |
Title
Anatomy and Physiology III |
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| Description |
It is designed
to provide the knowledge
of anatomy sciences; methods
used to study anatomy and
its terminology. Structures
of the motor system, including
the skeleton, joints and
muscles, and the nervous
system (i.e., the brain,
spinal cord, cranial nerves,
spinal nerves, and the autonomic
nerves system) will be covered
in the course. |
| Prerequisite |
NONE |
| Dept
BS-W |
Number
207 |
Title
Pathology III |
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| Description |
Study of pathology
of the Endocrine, Nervous
Musculoskeletal, Hematopoietic
and Lymphoid systems; disorders
of sensory organs. |
| Prerequisite |
NONE |
| Dept
BS-W |
Number
208 |
Title
Nutrition |
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| Description |
Nutrition
as a treatment modality
in traditional Chinese medicine.
Differential diagnosis and
symptom/sign complex is
reviewed for nutritional
treatment of various diseases. |
| Prerequisite |
NONE |
| Dept
CP |
Number
202 |
Title
Clinical Practicum (100
hrs) |
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| Description |
The student
is assuming as much responsibility
as possible at the discretion
of the attending clinical
supervisor. Students are
responsible for conducting
the clinical intake and
charting. |
| Prerequisite |
NONE |
Third Year / 1st
Semester
| Dept
OM |
Number
301 |
Title
Internal Medicine III |
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| Description |
Study on kidneys
system. Introduction to
the better diagnosis and
treatment against the ufo-genital
disorder by urology, nephrology,
andrology, endocrinology
and geriatrics. |
| Prerequisite |
NONE |
| Dept
AP |
Number
301 |
Title
Acupuncture IV |
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| Description |
Students will
learn disease etiology,
pathogenesis and differentiation
from the perspective of
both TCM and conventional
western medicine. Students
will also acquire familiarity
with treatment principles
and meridian and point selection
for each condition.
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| Prerequisite |
NONE |
| Dept
HB |
Number
301 |
Title
Herbology IV |
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| Description |
A detailed
study of approximately 300
Chinese/Korean herbs, their
classification, name, taste,
properties, entering channel
and indications, contraindications
and preparation. . Herb
categories to be covered
include: herbs that tonify
the Yin, hers that stabilize
and bind, substances that
calm the spirit, aromatic
substances that open orifices,
substances that extinguish
wind and stop tremors, and
herbs that expel parasites,
substance for external application. |
| Prerequisite |
NONE |
| Dept
BS-W |
Number
302 |
Title
Western Internal Medicine
I |
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| Description |
Introduction
to principles of Western
diagnosis: Colds, Flu, Stuffy
Nose, Sore Throat, and Cough;
Shortness of Breath; Chills
and Fever, Palpitations,
Fatigue, Insomnia; Heartburn
and Indigestion; Nausea
and/or Vomiting Without
Abdominal Pain; Constipation
and Diarrhea; Jaundice;
Edema.
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| Prerequisite |
NONE |
| Dept
BS-W-CP |
Number
303 |
Title
Western Clinical Training
I |
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| Description |
Clinical Practicum
in the light of Western
Internal Medicine I |
| Prerequisite |
NONE |
| Dept
BS-W |
Number
304 |
Title
Pharmacology |
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| Description |
A survey of
Western pharmacology, with
emphasis on classification,
major actions, and side-effects
of commonly prescribed medications;
includes the effects of
such drugs on Oriental diagnosis.
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| Prerequisite |
NONE |
| Dept
BS-W |
Number
305 |
Title
First Aid/ Cardio-Pulmonary
Resuscitation |
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| Description |
A technique
for reviving people whose
hearts have stopped beating.
Also a class that teaches
the technique along with
others needed to maintain
someone's breathing and
blood flow. Also, it teaches
the technique from the perspective
of the oriental medicine. |
| Prerequisite |
NONE |
| Dept
CP |
Number
301 |
Title
Clinical Practicum (220
hrs) |
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