New Zealand College of Chinese Medicine
Contact Details
Campus
321 Great South Road
Greenlane
Auckland
New Zealand
Phone: 0064 9 5802376 – Campus
Fax: 0064 9 5802379
Email: auck@chinesemedicine.ac.nz
enrolment@chinesemedicine.ac.nz
Phone: 0064 9 5802376 – Campus
Website:https://chinesemedicine.ac.nz/
Postal Address:
PO Box 17467
Auckland
New Zealand
Training Therapy
Chinese Herbal Medicine and Acupuncture
Level of Training
Undergraduate
Qualification Awarded
Bachelor of Health Science major in Chinese Medicine (Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine)
Duration of Training
4 years
Entry Requirements
International Students intending to apply for our Degree Programmes must possess the personal and professional qualities required to become competent and ethical healthcare providers. Completion of an interview process will enable us to ensure that there is a match between our learners, their employment and future goals and our programmes. All students will be required to complete a health declaration.
Prospective International Students must:
Be 18 years or older
Show English Language Competency to a minimum of 6.0 overall with no band lower than 5.5 on the IELTS academic test or equivalent (any other NZQA recognized international test) with test results being current, obtained from one test and taken within 2 years of the application date OR
Have successfully completed the New Zealand Certificate in English Language Level 4 OR
Provide evidence of full-time study within a New Zealand School for a period of two years and have completed a minimum of NCEA Level 2 (the UE English requirement) OR
Provide evidence of successfully completing two years tertiary study in a New Zealand Degree or Diploma at Level 5 or above.
Complete all immigration requirements and have a valid student visa.
Submit evidence of appropriate medical and travel insurance.
Special Admission and Mature Entry
Applicants who are over 20 years of age and do not meet all the entry requirements should contact NZCCM to explore their options. Subject to the NZCCM Academic Board’s statutory powers to decline enrolment, a person may enroll for the first year of the Bachelor of Health Science Programme if the Programme Management Committee is of the opinion that the applicant could undertake the programme with reasonable prospects of success and meets the English Language Entry Requirement.
Additional Admission Requirements
NZCCM welcomes students who intend to graduate as practitioners of Chinese Medicine and our support services are intended to assist students with any health or disability issues on a path towards confident, independent professional practice. Any such issues must be clearly stated on the Enrolment Form/Health Declaration and will be discussed during the interview, allowing NZCCM to consider whether appropriate support can be provided, and the likelihood of the applicant’s ability to meet professional requirements and practice independently on completion of the programme.
Applicants are also required to declare all criminal or pending criminal convictions with their enrolment.
Enrollment Time
October each year
Learning Outcome
The aim of the Bachelor of Health Science (Chinese Medicine) Degree is to produce graduates who exercise a range of capabilities that enable them to practice their discipline safely and effectively within New Zealand’s cultural, healthcare and regulatory contexts. Graduates employ the principles of reflective practice, making use of the relevant techniques and resources to manage, advise and contribute to the care of patients with a range of health problems. Graduates will be aware of the limitations of their scope of practice, will contribute to the wider healthcare community in New Zealand and will be able to effectively manage their own professional and personal development.
Type of Attendance
Full time
Credit Hour
480
Semester
8
Theory/Practical
Both components will be taught within four years syllabus
Learning Module
Graduates of this qualification:
- Employ a comprehensive understanding of the theory and application of Chinese Medicine or Acupuncture, and of the traditional and contemporary uses of Acupuncture, Herbal Medicine and Tuina to contribute to the diagnosis, treatment and management of a range of patients and conditions.
- Provide appropriate care and management to a range of patients, including advice on lifestyle and health maintenance, as effective members within the healthcare community in New Zealand.
- Practice within the legislative framework that applies to healthcare in New Zealand, ensuring that the rights of patients and their families are respected.
- Understand and identify contraindications and limitations to the application of Acupuncture, Herbal Medicine and Tuina.
- Analyze and interpret a range of patient health issues from the perspective of Western Medical Science and where necessary, incorporate this into their care plans or appropriately refer patients to other health practitioners.
- Employ strong and clear communication skills with patients and their carers, including obtaining informed consent prior to commencing treatment.
- Make and maintain appropriate patient records.
- Understand the principles and practice of small business management and of working in or setting up and maintaining a small practice.
Demonstrate commitment and capability to engage in reflective practice and lifelong learning.
Teaching Faculty
Auckland Campus
Source of Accreditation
This four-year Bachelor of Health Science (Chinese Medicine) Degree covers both Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine, is approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) and recognized nationally and internationally. It follows a full-time study 4-year pathway over a period of 144 teaching weeks and comprises a total of 480 credits spread between Levels 5, 6 and 7 on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF). Students who successfully complete 3 years out of our 4 years Bachelor of Health Science Degree in Chinese Medicine are conferred with the Bachelor of Health Science Degree in Acupuncture and are eligible to become Accident Compensation Corporation’s (ACC) registered acupuncturists.
Career Oppurtunities
On successful completion of study, graduates can:
- Be self-employed in Chinese medicine or Acupuncture Clinics
- Be an Acupuncturist or a Chinese Medicine Practitioner in an established Chinese Medicine Clinic or multi-disciplinary Clinic
Course Fees
$22301 per annum
*any additional fees you may refer to the link – http://chinesemedicine.ac.nz/enrolment/fee-information/
How to Apply
Candidates can apply using the application form through online (refer links and contact details)
Glossary, Abbreviation and Links
$ – Dollar
University official website – http://chinesemedicine.ac.nz/
Enrolment form – http://chinesemedicine.ac.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/NZCCM%20Interview%20Form%202018%20-%20updating.pdf
