New York College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Course Descriptions

Energy Practice and Chinese Tui Na

601, 602 Tai Chi 1 & 2

This is a popular gentle energy movement exercise. It combines exercise with the Chinese philosophy of Qi circulation. The aim is to put students in touch with their own Qi, which will enable them to understand the role of Qi in the maintenance of health in the human body.

1 credit each
Prerequisites: None. Students are advised but not required to take Tai Chi 1 & 2 in sequence.

603, 604 Qi Gong 1 & 2

This is another energy exercise system which can strengthen body resistance to prevent common illnesses and can also be used for the treatment of various illnesses. The therapeutic exercises are combined with meditation, deep breathing and movement. The course also introduces the indications of Qi Gong.

1 credit each
Prerequisites: None. Students are advised but not required to take Qi Gong 1 & 2 in sequence

605 Foundations of Tui Na

Tui Na is an ancient method of Chinese therapeutic bodywork for bony structure disorders as well as soft tissue illnesses. This course combines lecture in the classroom with practice on classmates in order to acquire the necessary skills for the practice of this art.

Tui Na 1 & 2 – 1 credit each; Tui Na 3 – 2 credits
Prerequisites: TCM Physiology, Meridians & Points 1

607 Tui Na Clinical Applications

This course builds on the skills learned in Foundations of Tui Na by teaching the application of the various manipulations to patient conditions commonly encountered in the clinic.

2 credits
Prerequisites: Foundations of Tui Na, Acupuncture Treatment Principles