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Student Clinic The Student Clinic at East West College of Natural Medicine is a community-oriented teaching facility located on the EWCNM campus providing students a professional setting in which to complete their clinical requirements for the Masters of Science in Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine. On average, more than 250 patients are treated in the Professional and Student Clinics each week. Each treatment is performed by a student intern and supervised by a highly educated and skilled acupuncture physician. EWCNM interns are in the last phase of a rigorous 3,000-hour program taught by experts in both traditional Chinese healing techniques and current Western medical practices. The Clinic features its own comprehensive herbal dispensary, which carries an extensive selection of high quality raw Chinese herbs, powdered herbs, and patent medicines. We welcome new patients to the East West College of Natural Medicine Student Clinic where we provide effectively, low-cost treatment for a wide variety of ailments using acupuncture and other Herbal Medicine healing treatments. Services Acupuncture Acupuncture is one of the oldest, most commonly used medical procedures in the world. Although acupuncture originated in China over 2,000 years ago, it is presently used as a primary healthcare system throughout the world. A method of balancing and building the body's life force or energy known as qi, acupuncturists use specific channels called meridians to regulate and rebalance the body, thereby restoring health. Traditional Chinese Medicine Research has proven the physiological efficacy of Traditional Chinese Medicine, also referred to as Oriental Medicine. The National Institute of Health (NIH) Consensus on Acupuncture reports that "studies have demonstrated that acupuncture can cause multiple biological responses, indicated mainly by sensory neurons, to many structures within the central Nervous system. This can lead to activation of pathways, affecting various physiological systems in the brain, as well as in the periphery." Chinese Herbal Medicine Traditional Chinese medicine, in essence, views disease as the result of imbalances or blockages in the body's natural energy flow. Such imbalance manifests in physical, emotional and psychosomatic stress-related disorders; and aches, pains, and other discomforts are viewed as symptoms of deeper, underlying health problems. TUI NA Massage In cupping, a glass cup or bamboo jar is suctioned onto the body and kept in place for about ten minutes. This stimulates circulation, relieves swelling, and enhances the acupuncture or electro-acupuncture. Cupping In cupping, a glass cup or bamboo jar is suctioned onto the body and kept in place for about ten minutes. This stimulates circulation, relieves swelling, and enhances the acupuncture or electro-acupuncture. Moxibustion Moxibustion is a technique in which a Chinese herb called mugwort or Artemisia Vulgaris is used to heat an acupuncture point, particularly in the treatment of certain debilitating conditions as well as arthritis and pain. Moxa is usually rolled into a stick, lit, and held over specific areas of the body. It can also be placed onto the handle of an acupuncture needle for deeper penetration of heat. Electro-Acupuncture Electro-Acupuncture uses acupuncture needles to conduct small electrical currents. This technique is often used in conjunction with acupuncture to enhance treatment, and has been proven to decrease pain, accelerate healing, and significantly reduce inflammation, edema and swelling. Acupuncture Injection Therapy Acupuncture injection therapy (AIT), also called Biopuncture, is the injection of herbal extracts, homeopathic medicines, nutrients, and other compounds including natural or bio-identical hormones and pharmaceutical substances by hypodermic needle into specific points and sites on the body to prevent and treat disease. AIT may include regenerative therapies, prolotherapy, mesotherapy, neurotherapy, and myofascial trigger point therapy.

Embark On Your Journey A holistic approach to building a career. You’ve made the decision to pursue a career in the health and wellness field and East West College of Natural Medicine is the ideal place to start or advance that career. We’ll try to anticipate all of your questions and concerns, but you can always feel free to contact any staff member for help. Apply Now Our Instructors EWCNM faculty members come from diverse educational and cultural backgrounds. For example, the core of the Chinese Medicine department is composed of instructors from China. The traditional Chinese acupuncture curriculum is enhanced with courses in Japanese acupuncture, auricular acupuncture, and Korean hand acupuncture. Biomedicine courses are taught by Doctors of Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine (DAHM), medical doctors (MD), osteopaths (DO), naturopathic physicians (ND/NMD), chiropractors (DC), and researchers (PhD). We are well-established in the integrated medical community The EWCNM’s MSOM program has operated for over 25 years. 1994: Academy of Chinese Healing Arts (ACHA) founded in Florida as Post-Secondary School 1995: ACHA expanded to include another building capable of 3,000 sq. ft. usage 1996: ACHA expanded to include another building adding 2,500 sq. ft. usage to facility 1999: ACHA granted accreditation status by the American Commission for Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine (ACAOM) 2000: ACHA granted financial aid privileges by the U.S. Department of Education 2001: ACHA Provisional Level I License for College status from the Florida State Commission for Independent Education 2002: ACHA Provisional Level II license for College status from the Florida State Commission for Independent Education 2002: ACHA changed its name to East West College of Natural Medicine (EWCNM) to reflect its College status 2003: EWCNM granted “School of the Year Award” for its contribution to the field. Reaccredited by ACAOM 2006: EWCNM Approved by California Board of Acupuncture and New Mexico Board of Acupuncture 2012: EWCNM was acquired by the American Higher Education Development (AHED) Corporation 2015: EWCNM received institutional accreditation from the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS) 2019: EWCNM received institutional accreditation from the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC) 2019: EWCNM received 5-year reaccreditation by ACAOM (Now ACAHM) 2020: EWCNM was acquired by Acupuncture and Alternative Medicine Clinic LLC Admissions Admissions Process Each of our programs has unique admissions requirements and procedures which can be found on the individual program pages. Admissions Procedures Prior to applying for admission, an initial appointment is made with an admissions representative. At this time, the admissions representative discusses the program, career goals, school requirements, placement assistance, and other pertinent data vital to the prospective student's success. Applications are accepted continuously throughout the year, an interview with an admissions representative may be scheduled before or after submission of the application. Applying for Admission Complete the application form Submit the Application fee (Masters of Science in Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine) Submit Personal Essay (Masters of Science in Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine) Attend New Student Orientation Contact Us If you have any questions, you may contact us at (800) 883-5528 or info@myewcnm.org Apply Now

Herbal Medicine Located centrally to the student and professional clinic, the herbal pharmacy offers more than 400 raw herbs and numerous patent formulas. The raw herbs are carefully selected to guarantee that they are organically grown and free of pesticides and preservatives. All students are trained in the herbal dispensary, working with patients to assess, prescribe, and prepare formulas under the supervision of our resident pharmacist.

Our Story The East West College of Natural Medicine (EWCNM) was established in 1994 as the Academy of Chinese Healing Arts to provide training in the art of Traditional Chinese Medicine. For more than 25 years, East West College of Natural Medicine (EWCNM) has been helping educate and develop skilled acupuncturists and natural medicine practitioners with a unique blend of Eastern and Western medical and wellness knowledge and training. Accredited By Enroll in our online classes Apply to become a student today! Get Started How The Admissions Process Works Apply Now The East West College of Natural Medicine (EWCNM) admits qualified students of any race, gender, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin to all rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. EWCNM does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, sexual orientation or national or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, admission policies or other school administered programs. Applying for Year/Term Choose an option Last Name Preferred Nickname Address Type of Student Choose an option First Name Previous or Maiden Name Birthday Middle Name Email Social Security Number Code Phone Citizenship Choose an option High School / GED Center Attended: Have you ever applied to EWCNM in the past? Choose an option How did you hear about EWCNM? Choose an option Emergency Contact Address If Other, Name of Country: City and State: If Other, Residency/VISA Status: Month and Year Graduated: Have you ever been dismissed or suspended from any College, University or Acupuncture Program for any reason? Choose an option Emergency Contact Name: Emergency Contact Phone Relationship Emergency Contact Email List ALL Colleges, Universities & Post Secondary Schools attended, beginning with the most recently attended. Official Transcripts must be mailed from each school directly to the EWCNM Admissions Department. All transcripts from schools outside of the U.S. must be sent directly to EWCNM from a licensed independent transcript evaluation company. Institution Attended (Name, City, and State) Dates Attended Major Field of Study Degree Awarded Credit Hours Earned Grade Point Average Institution Attended (Name, City, and State) Dates Attended Major Field of Study Degree Awarded Credit Hours Earned Grade Point Average Institution Attended (Name, City, and State) Dates Attended Major Field of Study Degree Awarded Credit Hours Earned Grade Point Average Institution Attended (Name, City, and State) Dates Attended Major Field of Study Degree Awarded Credit Hours Earned Grade Point Average Dates Employed Name of Employer Location (City/State) Job Title Nature of Work Dates Employed Name of Employer Location (City/State) Job Title Nature of Work Dates Employed Name of Employer Location (City/State) Job Title Nature of Work Have you ever declared bankruptcy? Do you currently have outstanding student loans? Have you ever been convicted of a crime? Have you ever defaulted on a loan? Will you be applying for federal student loans? If yes, what type of crime? If you have been convicted of a crime, you must complete a detailed statement that includes all relative dates, jurisdictions, charges and any imposed sentences and probation information. The statement must be typed and attached to this application. Part V: Personal Essay Essays must be typed on a separate sheet of paper and emailed to the Director of Admissions. The essay must be a minimum of 300 words and a maximum of 500 words. The essay must address the following: Describe the personal and professional experiences that have led you to a career in Oriental Medicine. What are your professional goals and how do you plan to achieve them? EWCNM requires two recommendation forms and ask they be completed by teachers, spiritual leaders, co- workers, supervisors or other professionals that are willing to comment on your ability to engage in an advanced educational and professional program, as well as your potential as a health care practitioner. Recommendations will not be accepted from relatives or people living in the same household. Please provide each of your references with the EWCNM “Recommendation Form” and ask them to return the form directly to EWCNM. The following items must be submitted to Admissions prior to your Academic Interview: 1. Personal Essay (see Part V for details) 2. Copy of high school diploma or transcripts (or GED documentation) 3. Non-Refundable Application Fee ($100) or $150 for International Students The following items must be requested by the applicant to be sent directly to East West College of Natural Medicine. 1. Official transcripts from each post-secondary school previously attended (see Part II for details) 2. Two recommendation forms By signing below, I understand that all materials filed in support of this application are not returnable and will become part of my permanent record at the East West College of Natural Medicine. Furthermore, I certify that all information given on this application is true and correct. If the information on this application changes between now and my matriculation into EWCNM, I will notify the Admissions Department. I authorize the East West College of Natural Medicine to investigate all statements on this application and to request a background/credit check if necessary. Your Signature Clear Select a date Application Form and Essay can be returned by mail or email to: East West College of Natural Medicine 3808 N. Tamiami Trail Sarasota, FL 34234 Admissions@myewcnm.org Phone: (941) 355-9080 Submit Thanks for submitting! Part II: Educational History Part III: Career/Professional History Part IV: Financial and Legal Information Application for East West College of Natural Medicine Part I: Personal Information Part VI: Recommendation Forms Part VII: Submission of Application Frequently Asked Questions Why choose the East West College of Natural Medicine? Our small friendly campus community embraces students and their individuality. The low faculty-to-student ratio allows for individualized attention and guidance. Focus on the traditional roots of Chinese Medicine while supporting its integration into today's healthcare systems. Our outstanding faculty and Clinic facilities. You will earn both a Bachelors's and a Master's degree. Sarasota. A great place to live and work! What degrees do you award? East West College of Natural Medicine awards two degrees. The "Bachelor of Professional Health Sciences" and the "Master of Science in Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine " are exclusively conferred concurrently upon successful completion of all academic, clinic, and administrative requirements listed in the Master of Science Degree in Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine Program section of this catalog. Where is the East West College of Natural Medicine located? The College is centrally located in beautiful Sarasota, Florida. For more information about our campus and its location, please contact us. 3808 N. Tamiami Trail Sarasota, Fl 34234 Info@myewcnm.org Tel: (800) 883-5528 How long is the program? If a student attends full time, the Master of Science in Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine program takes three years and four months to complete the required 3,048 hours. The program runs year round with three terms each year. What are the program entrance requirements? Students must have at least 60 credits to enroll in the Master of Science in Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine, including general education requirements from an accredited, degree awarding College or University. Additionally, students must meet EWCNM's Essential Standard requirements. Full details of all requirements may be viewed here . Where will I complete my clinical internship? East West College of Natural Medicine operates a full service Student Clinic on the campus. In addition to practicum hours in our campus Clinic, senior students may complete an externship with one of our approved partners. Will the program prepare me for the NCCAOM certification exams? Yes. All graduates of the Master of Science in Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine are eligible to sit for the NCCAOM certification exams to obtain certification as a Diplomate of Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine (Dipl. AHM) Will I learn about herbal therapies at the East West College? Yes, students of the Master of Science in Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine complete Herbal Pharmacy in the East West College Medical Clinic. Students are schooled in the use of raw herbal formulas as well as patent herbs. Upon the completion of the EWCNM program, students are eligible to sit for the NCCAOM certification exam for herbology. Am I able to transfer from another Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine school to the East West College of Natural Medicine? Yes, EWCNM accepts transfer students. For requirements and more information, please visit the Master of Science in Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine, Transfer page. Do you offer financial aid? Yes, the East West College of Natural Medicine offers federal financial aid to those students who qualify. Additional scholarships and grants may also be available. For more information regarding financial aid and how to apply, please visit the FINANCIAL AID section of this website, or call the Financial Aid Department at (800) 883-5528. Anatomy & Physiology Subject Guide Web Resources Muscle Atlas (University of Washington) Instant Anatomy (Cambridge, UK) Stereoscopic Anatomy Image Library (Stanford School of Medicine) Bassett Collection of Stereoscopic Images of Human Anatomy Clinical Skin Disease Images (Carver College of Medicine) Get Body Smart (University of Colorado) Anatomy & Physiology Resources (Rose Marie Chute – Instructor) Video Anatomy Zone Human Anatomy & Physiology (Khan Academy) Audio Anatomy on the Go Understanding Anatomy & Physiology Journals (All Full-Text & Peer-Reviewed) Anatomy & Physiology: Current Research American Journal of Clinical Anatomy & Physiology American Journal of Physiology : Endocrinology & Metabolism American Journal of Physiology: Gastrointestinal & Liver Physiology American Journal of Physiology: Heart and Circulatory Physiology American Journal of Physiology: Lung Cellular & Molecular Physiology More Journal Options To access our online journal collection, please search ProQuest Browse the EWC Library Shelves Check in sections QP and QS to find Anatomy & Physiology Atlas of Human Anatomy - QS 17 .I299a 2002 Fundamentals of Anatomy & Physiology – QS 4 .M378f 2018 Realism: A Study in Structural Human Anatomy - QS 17 .E393r 2009 Visual Anatomy & Physiology – QS 17 .M378v 2015 Trail Guide to the Body: A Hands-on Guide to Locating Muscles, Bones and More – QS 17 .B545t 2014 Anatomy & Physiology Coloring Workbook – QS 18.2 .M375a 2014 Online Books Gray’s Anatomy: https://www.bartleby.com/107/ Herbal Medicine & Pharmacology Subject Guide Web Resources About Herbs & Botanicals (Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center) Chinese Herbal Medicine Dictionary (Complementary & Healing University) Chinese Medicine Specimen Database (Hong Kong Baptist University Library) Daily Med: Current Medication Information (National Institutes of Health) search by drug name, manufacturer or drug class. Provides detailed information from drug labels Dietary Supplement Information (National Institutes of Health) Drugs.com - Drug Interactions Checker This site provides information on more than 24,000 prescription drugs, over-the-counter medications and natural products. You can create reports that show the potential for negative interactions among one or more medications. Drug Digest (from Express Scripts – a prescription benefit plan provider concerned with drug safety) search by drug name, drug category or health condition Drug Information Portal (National Institutes of Health) Provides detailed summaries with drug information, negative outcomes, articles and research studies Henriette’s Herbal Homepage (Henriette Kress, Herbalist – large medicinal herb database since 1995) HerbMedPro Database (American Botanical Council) Medicinal Plant Images Database (Hong Kong Baptist University) Native American Ethnobotany (University of Michigan) Includes information about food, drugs, dyes, and fibers derived from plants by native people). Natural Medical Protocols for Doctors (From Natural Opinion – a natural medical information company) Video Downward Draining Herbs Herbs that Release the Exterior Herbs that Clear Heat Herbs Review: Taste, Temperature, Channels How to Study Chinese Herbs Audio Botanical Biohacking Jing Herbs Radio The Strength of TCM Journals Botanical Studies (Open access, Full-text articles, Peer-Reviewed) Chinese Medicine Journal – (Open access with Full-text articles, Peer-Reviewed) Ethnobotany Research & Applications (Open access, Full-text, Peer-Reviewed) Journal of Ethnobiology & Ethnomedicine (Open access, Full-text, Peer-Reviewed) More Journal Options To access our online journal collection, please search ProQuest Browse the EWC Library Shelves Check in sections QV 4 Pharmacology, QV 766-770 Medicinal plants (plants with medicinal properties) and WB 74 and WB 925 Herbal medicine (works focusing on diseases and their treatment with medicinal plants and on the practice of herbalism and herbal medicine). Books Chinese Herbal Medicine: Materia Medica - WB 74.1 .B467c 2004 Chinese Herbal Medicine: Formulas & Strategies – WB 74.5 .B467c 2009 Chinese Herbal Formulas & Applications – WB 74 .C446c 2009 Chinese Medical Herbology & Pharmacology – WB 74 .C446cm 2004 Chinese Herbal Patent Medicines – WB 74 .C446cm 2004 Understanding Pharmacology for Health Professionals – QV 4 .T875u 2016 Integrated Pharmacology – QV 770 .JC6 .S647 2007 NCCAOM Board Prep NCCAOM Board Prep Study Guide The EWC Library carries a number of test preparation workbooks for the NCCAOM Boards. Most of the test books can be found in the WB 18.2 section, but books on specific subjects such as herbs and biomedicine are found in different areas. You can try searching "nccaom" in our catalog to search for NCCAOM study guides. Here are some recommendations from our library collection: Acupuncture with Point Location Acupuncture (TCM Study Guide Series) by Shi Cun Wu (WB 18.2 W8a 1995) Chinese Medicine Study Guide: Acupuncture and Moxibustion by Jiping Zhao and Yanping Wang (WB 18.2 .Z436c 2007) 750 questions & answers about acupuncture (Blue Poppy Press) by Fred Jennes (WB 18.2 .J466s 2003) Biomedicine Test prep workbook for the NCCAOM bio-medicine module exam preparation and study guide (Blue Poppy Press) by Zhong Bai-song (WB 18.2 .Z466t 2006) Review and Pretest for the NCCAOM Exam in Biomedicine by Sidong Chen (WB 18.2 .C446 2009) Chinese Herbology Diagnostics (TCM Study Guide Series) by Shi Cun Wu (WB 18.2 W8d 1998) Chinese Medicine Study Guide: Formulae by Qingye Li (WB 18.2 .L5c 2009) 630 Questions and Answers About Chinese Herbal Medicine: a Workbook and Study Guide (Blue Poppy Press) by Bob Flaws (WB 18.2 .F539s 1999) Herbology, Volume I (TCM Study Guide Series) by Shi Cun Wu (WB 18.2 W85h 2000) Review and pretest for Chinese herbology licensure exams in U.S.A. by Sidong Chen (WB 18.2 .C446 2003) FOUNDATIONS OF ORIENTAL MEDICINE Chinese Medicine Study Guide: Diagnostics by Jiaxu Chen (WB 18.2 .C446d 2007) Review and Pretest for NCCAOM & California Licensing Exams in TCM Foundations by Dongcheng Li (WB 18.2 .L574t 2017) Test-taking: Help with Stress Management (videos from the Oregon College of Oriental Medicine) End Test Anxiety Ace Your Exams TCM tests.com This site includes sample test questions, practice tests, and helpful information on how to pass your exams. Additional Recommended Textbooks from the NCCAOM Board NCCAOM® Candidate Preparation Handbook for Acupuncture Certification : NCCAOM recommends reviewing the following textbooks to prepare for the Acupuncture section of the test: (Books owned by the EWC Library are marked accordingly) Primary Sources: Cheng, Xinnong, ed. Chinese Acupuncture and Moxibustion. 3rd ed. Fifteenth Printing 2014. Beijing: Foreign Languages Press, 2012. (EWC library: WB 75 .C456 2009) Council of Colleges of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. Clean Needle Technique Manual Best Practices for Acupuncture Needle Safety and Related Procedures. 7th ed. Council of Colleges of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, 2020.( https://www.ccahm.org/ccaom/CNT_Manual.asp ) Deadman, Peter, Mazin Al-Khafaji, Keven Baker. A Manual of Acupuncture. 2nd ed. East Sussex, England: Journal of Chinese Medicine Publications, 2007. (EWC library: WB 75 .D433m 1998) Maciocia, Giovanni. The Practice of Chinese Medicine: The Treatment of Disease with Acupuncture and Chinese Herbs. 2nd ed. New York: Churchill Livingstone, 2007. (EWC Library: WB 55 .C4 .M335p 2008) Secondary Sources Anzaldua, David. An Acupuncturist's Guide to Medical Red Flags & Referrals. Boulder, CO: Blue Poppy Enterprises, Inc., 2010. (EWC library: WB 72 .A593a 2010) Beresford-Cooke, Carola. Shiatsu Theory & Practice. 3rd ed. New York: Churchill Livingstone Elsevier, 2011. Bisio, Tom. A Tooth from the Tiger's Mouth: How to Treat Your Injuries with Powerful Healing Secrets of the Great Chinese Warrior. New York: Fireside Books. 2004. (EWC library: WB 75.9 .B575t 2004) Chirali, Llkay Z. Traditional Chinese Medicine Cupping Therapy. 3rd ed. New York: Churchill Livingstone, 2014. (EWC library: WB 75 .C457t 2014) Hicks, Angela, John Hicks, and Peter Mole. Five Element Constitutional Acupuncture. 2nd ed. Churchill Livingstone, 2011. (EWC Library: WB 75 .H535f 2004) Kailin, David C. Acupuncture Risk Management: The Essential Practice Standards & Regulatory Compliance Reference. Corvallis, OR: CMS Press, 1998. (EWC Library: WB 72 .K355a 1997) Legge, David. Close to the Bone: The Treatment of Painful Musculoskeletal Disorders with Acupuncture and Other Forms of Chinese Medicine. 3rd ed. Sydney: Sydney College Press. 2000. (EWC Library: WB 70.9 .M8 .L444c 2000) Maciocia, Giovanni. The Channels of Acupuncture: Clinical Use of the Secondary Channels and Eight Extraordinary Vessels. 1st ed. New York: Churchill Livingstone, 2006. (EWC library: WB 75 .M335c 2006) Maciocia, Giovanni. The Foundations of Chinese Medicine: A Comprehensive Text for Acupuncturists and Herbalists. 3rd ed. Philadelphia: Elsevier Churchill Livingstone, 2015. (EWC Library: WB 70 .M335f 2015) Nielsen, Arya. Gua sha: A Traditional Technique for Modern Practice. 2nd ed. Churchill Livingstone, 2013. (EWC library: WB 75.3 .N545g 2013) O’Connor, John, and Dan Bensky, Trns. and Ed. Acupuncture: A Comprehensive Text. Shanghai College of Traditional Medicine. Seattle, WA: Eastland Press, 1996. (EWC Library: WB 75 .S536a 1981) Pirog, John E. The Practical Application of Meridian Style Acupuncture. Berkeley, CA: Pacific View Press, 1996. (EWC Library: WB 75 .P576p 1996) Wu, Yan, and Warren Fischer. Practical Therapeutics of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Ed. Jake P. Fratkin. Brookline, MA: Paradigm Publications, 1997. (EWC Library: WB 70.9 .W85p 1997) Xu, Xiangcai. Chinese Tui Na Massage: The Essential Guide to Treating Injuries, Improving Health & Balancing Qi, Boston, MA: YMAA Publication Center, 2002. (EWC library: WB 77.5 .T9 .X536 2002) Zhang, Ting Liang, and Bob Flaws. Trns. A Handbook of Traditional Chinese Gynecology. 3rd ed. Boulder, CO: Blue Poppy Press, 1987. NCCAOM® Candidate Preparation Handbook for Chinese Herbology : NCCAOM recommends reviewing the following textbooks to prepare for the Chinese Herbology section of the test: (Books owned by the EWC Library are marked accordingly) Primary Sources Bensky, Dan, Steven Clavey, Erich Stoger, and Andrew Gamble. Chinese Herbal Medicine: Materia Medica. Third edition. Seattle, WA: Eastland Press, 2004. (EWC Library: WB 74.1 .B467c 2004) Chen, John K., and Tina T. Chen. Chinese Herbal Formulas and Applications. City of Industry, CA: Art of Medicine Press, Inc., 2008. (EWC Library: WB 74 .C446c 2009) Chen, John K., and Tina T. Chen. Chinese Medical Herbology and Pharmacology. City of Industry, CA: Art of Medicine Press, Inc., 2004. (EWC Library: WB 74 .C446cm 2004) Scheid, Volker, Dan Bensky, Andrew Ellis, and Randall Barolet. Chinese Herbal Medicine: Formulas and Strategies. 2nd ed. Seattle, WA: Eastland Press, 2009. (EWC Library: WB 74.5 .B467c 2009) Secondary Sources Cheng, Xinnong, ed. Chinese Acupuncture and Moxibustion. 3rd ed. Fifteenth Printing 2014. Beijing: Foreign Languages Press, 2012. (EWC Library: WB 75 .C456 2009) Fratkin, Jake Paul. Chinese Herbal Patent Medicines: The Clinical Desk Reference . Boulder, CO: Shya Publications, 2001. (EWC Library: WB 74.5 .F738c 2001) Lu, Henry C. Chinese System of Food Cures: Prevention & Remedies. New York: Sterling Publishing, 1986. Maciocia, Giovanni. Obstetrics & Gynecology in Chinese Medicine. 2nd.ed. New York: Churchill Livingstone, 2011. (EWC Library: WB 70.8 .M335o 1998) Maciocia, Giovanni. The Foundations of Chinese Medicine. 3rd ed. Philadelphia: Elsevier Churchill Livingstone, 2015. (EWC Library: WB 70 .M335f 2015) Wu, Yan, and Warren Fischer. Practical Therapeutics of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Ed. Jake P. Fratkin. Brookline, MA: Paradigm Publications, 1997. (EWC Library: WB 70.9 .W85p 1997) Websites: Websites Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) U.S. Food and Drug Administration [Current Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMP)] NCCAOM® Candidate Preparation Handbook for Foundations of Oriental Medicine : ( https://www.nccaom.org/certification/nccaom-exam-preparation-center/study-guides/ ) NCCAOM recommends reviewing the following textbooks to prepare for the Foundations of Oriental Medicine section of the test: (Books owned by the EWC Library are marked accordingly) Cheng, Xinnong, ed. Chinese Acupuncture and Moxibustion. 3rd ed. Fifteenth Printing 2014. Beijing: Foreign Languages Press, 2012. (EWC Library: WB 75 .C456 2009) Clavey, Steven. Fluid Physiology and Pathology in Traditional Chinese Medicine. 2nd ed. Churchill Livingstone, 2003. EWC Library: WB 74.9 .C538f 2003) Deng, Tietao. Practical Diagnosis in Traditional Chinese Medicine. London: Churchill Livingstone, 1999. (EWC Library: WB 73 .D464p 1999) Kaptchuk, Ted J. The Web That Has No Weaver: Understanding Chinese Medicine. 2nd ed. New York: McGraw-Hill, 2000. (EWC Library: WB 70 .K378w 2000) Maciocia, Giovanni. Diagnosis in Chinese Medicine: A Comprehensive Guide. Philadelphia: Elsevier Churchill Livingstone, 2004. (EWC Library: WB 73 .M335d 2019) Maciocia, Giovanni. The Foundations of Chinese Medicine. 3rd ed. Philadelphia: Elsevier Churchill Livingstone, 2015. (EWC Library: WB 70 .M335f 2015) Maciocia, Giovanni. The Practice of Chinese Medicine. 2nd ed. Philadelphia: Elsevier Churchill Livingstone, 2007. (EWC Library: WB 55 .C4 .M335p 2008) Scheid, Volker, Dan Bensky, Andrew Ellis, and Randall Barolet. Chinese Herbal Medicine: Formulas and Strategies. 2nd ed. Seattle, WA: Eastland Press, 2009. (EWC Library: WB 74.5 .B467c 2009) Wiseman, Nigel, and Andy Ellis. Fundamentals of Chinese Medicine. Revised Edition. Brookline, MA: Paradigm Publications, 1995. (EWC library: WB 70 .F863 1996) Wu, Yan, and Warren Fischer. Practical Therapeutics of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Ed. Jake P. Fratkin. Brookline, MA: Paradigm Publications, 1997. (EWC Library: WB 70.9 .W85p 1997) NCCAOM® Candidate Preparation Handbook for Biomedicine : NCCAOM recommends reviewing the following textbooks to prepare for the Biomedicine section of the test: (Books owned by the EWC Library are marked accordingly) Anzaldua, David. An Acupuncturist's Guide to Medical Red Flags & Referrals. Boulder, CO: Blue Poppy Enterprises, Inc., 2010. (EWC Library: WB 72 .A593a 2010) Bickley, Lynn S. Bates’ Guide to Physical Examination and History Taking. 11th ed. Philadelphia: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Publishers, 2012. (EWC Library: WB 205 .B535b 2009) Council of Colleges of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. Clean Needle Technique Manual Best Practices for Acupuncture Needle Safety and Related Procedures. 7th ed. Council of Colleges of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, 2015. Fischback, Frances and Marshall B. Dunning. A Manual of Laboratory and Diagnostic Tests . 9th ed. Philadelphia: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Publishers, 2014. Kailin, David C. Quality in Complementary and Alternative Medicine. Corvallis, OR: CMS Press, 2006. (EWC Library: WB 890 .K355q 2006) Katzung, Bertram G., Susan B. Masters, and Anthony J. Trevor, eds. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 14th ed. New York: McGraw Hill Medical, 2018. (EWC library: QV 4 .B375 2018) Magee, David J. Orthopedic Physical Assessment, 6th ed. St. Louis, MO: Saunders Elsevier, 2013. (EWC Library: WE 5 .M344o 2008) Papadakis, Maxine A., Stephen J. McPhee, and Michael W. Rabow. Current Diagnosis and Medical Treatment. Columbus: McGraw-Hill Education. (Current Edition) (EWC Library: WB 141 .P373 2016) Porter, Robert S. (Ed.). The Merck Manual of Diagnosis and Therapy. 20th ed. West Point, PA: Merck & Co. Inc., 2018. (EWC Library: W 13 .M473 2018) Pitchford, Paul. Healing With Whole Foods: Asian Traditions and Modern Nutrition. 3rd Edition. Berkeley, CA: North Atlantic Books, 2002. (EWC Library: WB 400 .P583h 2002) Books Chinese Herbal Medicine: Materia Medica - WB 74.1 .B467c 2004 Chinese Herbal Medicine: Formulas & Strategies – WB 74.5 .B467c 2009 Chinese Herbal Formulas & Applications – WB 74 .C446c 2009 Chinese Medical Herbology & Pharmacology – WB 74 .C446cm 2004 Chinese Herbal Patent Medicines – WB 74 .C446cm 2004 Understanding Pharmacology for Health Professionals – QV 4 .T875u 2016 Integrated Pharmacology – QV 770 .JC6 .S647 2007 Qigong & Tai Chi Web Resources National Qigong Associations (Events, teachers, certification, research) Qigong Institute (includes videos, courses, articles, scientific papers and much more related to qigong, Tai Chi and Energy Medicine.) World Tai Chi Day- (This site provides education, links to research articles, and information on finding local teachers. ) Slanted Flying -(Articles, news, videos, book reviews, school directory) World Journal of Yoga, Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation – (open access, full-text, peer-reviewed) Includes articles on topics such as: yoga, Ayurveda, naturopathy, physiotherapy, TCM, Tai Chi, massage therapy, homeopathy and acupuncture.) EWC Library: Check in section WB 76.5 to find books on Qigong or Tai Chi. Books: The Way of Energy by Master Lam Kam Chuen (WB 76.5 .Q1 .C484w 1991) Heal Yourself with Qigong by Suzanne Friedman (WB 76.5 .Q1 .F754h 2009) Qi Gong Therapy : The Chinese Art of Healing with Energy by Tzu Kuo Shih (WB 76.5 .Q1 .S554q 1994) The Root of Chinese Qigong by Dr. Yang Jwing-Ming (WB 76.5 .Q1 .Y364r 1997) Imagination Becomes Reality: The Teaching of Master T’ung-Tsai (WB 76.5 .T1 .L536i 1984) Cultivating the Ch’I by Stuart Alve Olson (WB 76.5 .T1 .O476c 1992) Advanced Yang Style Tai Chi Chuan by Dr. Yang Jwing-Ming (WB 76.5 .T1 .Y364a 1987) More Journal Options For more journal options, please use ProQuest Curriculum Curriculum Curriculum Curriculum Curriculum Overview of Master of Science Degree in Oriental Medicine At EWCNM, our curriculum covers the four main areas of knowledge required to pass the national board exams and become an acupuncture physician and prepares you for a career as an acupuncture physician: Foundations of Traditional Chinese Medicine Acupuncture with Point Location Biomedicine The Holistic Healing Properties of Herbal Medicine Demographic of Students Changing career Enhancing current one Interested in Traditional Chinese Medicine International (F-1 Visa) & local students Tuition and Fees Full Program Length – 40 Months Oriental Medicine - Day Courses 171.2 Credit Hours 10 Semesters $7,232.80 Per Semester $72,332 Estimated Tuition Cost Oriental Medicine - Alternate Courses 171.2 Credit Hours 12 Semesters $6,027.33 Per Semester $72,332 Estimated Tuition Cost Upon licensure, Master of Science in Organizational Management (MSOM) graduates can: Open their own acupuncture practice (go into business for themselves) Work for an existing acupuncture clinic Work for a Western medical clinic/integrative medicine center Concentrate on VA or insurance billing Start Dates Summer - May Fall - August Winter - January Location Located on the Southwestern coast of Florida in Sarasota, the program now attracts students from around the country and the world for their Master of Science in Oriental Medicine program. Enroll in our online classes Apply to become a student today! Get Started Ellen, Client "I love East West College of Natural Medicine. They have helped me through so much in my journey. I have never felt better and helped me to get centered and release stored trauma!" Natasha Fix, Student “ ...top-notch academic program which can lead one into various disciplines, with experienced faculty members, doctors and professors who are dedicated to developing the future leaders of tomorrow. The Owners, Dr. Feleke and Dr Wu have provided a homing environment and their doors and ears are always open for feedback as well as parents in this field of Medicine.” Lauren Craig, Student “I am a second-semester student at the East West College of Natural Medicine enrolled in the herbal certificate program. I would like to start off by saying how pleased I am with this school. The purpose of this letter is to give details as to why my experience is so great." Chris Dowaliby, Client I was on a cruise to Hawaii when I heard the cruise Acupuncturist talk. She knew of EWCNM so when I returned home, I booked an appointment. The way the students interact with you gives an insight to the level of skill being passed from teacher to student. At times I've had multiple students interacting with you discussing my care plan. Another impressive thing is to listen and watch the way the students interact with each other. The atmosphere is professional, and I recommend the facility to anyone interested in seeing if Traditional Chinese Medicine can help them. A message from President Dr. Hailin Wu MD, PhD, DAOM As the president of EWCNM, I have the honor of celebrating the transformational role of this college—focused on students committed to intellectual excellence and social responsibility. I want to extend my sincere gratitude and appreciation to everyone that has helped us attain our new leadership position in EWCNM. Here, we are small enough to be personal and encouraging, yet large enough to provide access and opportunity. We celebrate all of the kinds of students, including traditional undergraduates; students transferring here from community colleges; and students who are out in the work world and ready to pursue an advanced degree, whether to further their careers or expand their expertise. We welcome students and staff from all backgrounds to create an inclusive community that is welcoming, nurturing, and intellectually enriching. We strive to be an institution that excels by its accomplishments in our home community, Sarasota, as well as in the nation and the world. We look forward to having you!

Practice Management Resources Practice Management Resources for MSOM Graduates Score A national, non-profit organization with over 11,000 members which began in 1964. We are a group of working and retired business executives who donate our time assisting people in the U.S. in starting-up new businesses or providing business counseling for existing businesses. Small Business Association SBA helps Americans start, build and grow businesses. Through an extensive network of field offices and partnerships with public and private organizations, SBA delivers its services to people throughout the United States, Puerto Rico, the U. S. Virgin Islands and Guam. Dream Practice Coaching Dream Practice Coaching is owned by Kevin Dougherty L.Ac. It is a for profit company that advises acupuncturists, chiropractors, and massage therapists on methods of business development and offer various practice building tools. Employment Opportunities& Information Acupuncture.com American Association of Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine is the oldest and largest national membership organization of acupuncture and herbal medicine (AHM) practitioners and supporters that serves to advance the profession and practice of AHM The People’s Organization of Community Acupuncture (POCA) is a rapidly-growing cooperative of people involved in the community acupuncture movement: acupuncturists, patients, clinics, and supportive organizations.

Financial Aid The purpose of East West College of Natural Medicine's Financial Aid Program is to be an effective resource for those students who qualify for financial assistance in order to attend the College. EWCNM endeavors to provide students guidance on the availability of financial aid programs, how they can successfully apply for these programs, and the requirements, responsibilities, and obligations they incur while participating in these programs. The College adheres to a strict Financial Aid Code of Conduct. For more information regarding Financial Aid, please view the current Catalogue. Start Here Create FSA ID - https://studentaid.gov/fsa-id/create-account/launch Complete your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa using East West College school code: G34297 to help determine eligibility for federal and many state financial aid programs. Set up an appointment with our admissions department to start the enrollment process if you have not done so already. Meet one on one with financial aid. Contact us today at (941) 355-9080. Financial aid is available for those who qualify Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) The Family Educational and Privacy Act (FERPA) affords students certain rights with respect to their education records. Click to visit US Department of Education site and read these rights.

Our Story The East West College of Natural Medicine (EWCNM) was established in 1994 as the Academy of Chinese Healing Arts to provide training in the art of Traditional Chinese Medicine. For more than 30 years, East West College of Natural Medicine (EWCNM) has been helping educate and develop skilled acupuncturists and natural medicine practitioners with a unique blend of Eastern and Western medical and wellness knowledge and training. Located on the southwestern coast of Florida in Sarasota, the program now attracts students from around the country and the world for their Master of Science in Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine program. A message from the President Orien Tulp Ph.D., M.D., F.A.C.N., C.N.S., FRCAM[Dublin] The Millennial magazine As the president of EWCNM, I have the honor of celebrating the transformational role of this college—focused on students committed to intellectual excellence and social responsibility. I want to extend my sincere gratitude and appreciation to everyone that has helped us attain our new leadership position in EWCNM. Here, we are small enough to be personal and encouraging, yet large enough to provide access and opportunity. We celebrate all of the kinds of students, including traditional undergraduates; students transferring here from community colleges; and students who are out in the work world and ready to pursue an advanced degree, whether to further their careers or expand their expertise. We welcome students and staff from all backgrounds to create an inclusive community that is welcoming, nurturing, and intellectually enriching. We strive to be an institution that excels by its accomplishments in our home community, Sarasota, as well as in the nation and the world. We look forward to having you! Mission and Vision 1 To provide thorough practice-oriented training in natural therapies such as Nutrition, Herbal Medicine, Acupuncture, Homeopathy, and Naturopathy. 2 To train the student to become highly competent, successful practitioners. 3 To continuously raise the profile of natural therapies in society. 4 To support and promote E W College of Natural Medicine after qualification. Have questions? Want to learn more? Please feel free to reach out by filling out the form below. Submit Thanks for submitting!

Alumni Practitioner Database We at East West College (EWC) often get requests for referrals to practitioners. If you would like to be in our database as a point of referral, please fill out the form below. In addition, this information will be used for Alumni communications of upcoming events, and legislative changes or information regarding our field. Registration To register, please take the time to fill out the information below. First Name Last Name Email Phone Practice Name Birthday Street Address Street Address Line 2 City Region/State/Province Postal / Zip code Country Register Thanks for registering to our database!

Transfer Students Transfer students are encouraged to submit their applications 2-4 months prior to the semester in which they seek admission. Students who wish to transfer from other Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine programs must meet the same admission requirements as a new student. Transfer from Acupuncture and Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine Programs East West College of Natural Medicine welcomes transfer students from other acupuncture and Herbal medicine programs. Since Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine programs may differ in educational focus and course sequence, EWCNM carefully evaluates an applicant's transcripts in respect to our admissions requirements and reserves the right to determine which courses are acceptable to receive transfer credit. 50% of Courses required to be taken at EWCNM before graduation. Transfer credit is only considered for courses in which the student has received a grade of "C" or better, and must have been taken within eight (8) years of discontinuing study unless the applicant has been continuously active in the field for at least two consecutive years. Transfer from Western Science or Biomedical Programs East West College of Natural Medicine welcomes transfer students from Western science and biomedical programs. In addition, MDs and RNs may transfer previous course work from medical or nursing school, but must comply with EWCNM admissions policy. Credit must have been earned within the last eight (8) years unless the applicant has been professionally active in the field within the last two consecutive years. EWCNM recognizes the need for physicians to adequately train in acupuncture and Acupuncture and Herbal medicine and respects their training in Western medicine. A "fast track" program is available for licensed primary care physicians holding M.D., D.O., and N.D. degrees from accredited medical schools allowing credit for Western science and clinical biomedical courses. Approved foreign credential evaluation sites IEE (International Education Evaluations) https://myiee.org/ Josef Silny& Associates World Education Service For more information see our catalog or call the registrar toll free (800) 883-5528.

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Frequently Asked Questions Why choose the East West College of Natural Medicine? Our small friendly campus community embraces students and their individuality. The low faculty-to-student ratio allows for individualized attention and guidance. Focus on the traditional roots of Chinese Medicine while supporting its integration into today's healthcare systems. Our outstanding faculty and Clinic facilities. You will earn both a Bachelors's and a Master's degree. Sarasota. A great place to live and work! What degrees do you award? East West College of Natural Medicine awards two degrees. The "Bachelor of Professional Health Sciences" and the "Master of Science in Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine " are exclusively conferred concurrently upon successful completion of all academic, clinic, and administrative requirements listed in the Master of Science Degree in Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine Program section of this catalog. Where is the East West College of Natural Medicine located? The College is centrally located in beautiful Sarasota, Florida. For more information about our campus and its location, please contact us. 3808 N. Tamiami Trail Sarasota, Fl 34234 Info@myewcnm.org Tel: (800) 883-5528 How long is the program? If a student attends full time, the Master of Science in Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine program takes three years and four months to complete the required 3,048 hours. The program runs year round with three terms each year. What are the program entrance requirements? Students must have at least 60 credits to enroll in the Master of Science in Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine, including general education requirements from an accredited, degree awarding College or University. Additionally, students must meet EWCNM's Essential Standard requirements. Full details of all requirements may be viewed here . Where will I complete my clinical internship? East West College of Natural Medicine operates a full service Student Clinic on the campus. In addition to practicum hours in our campus Clinic, senior students may complete an externship with one of our approved partners. Will the program prepare me for the NCCAOM certification exams? Yes. All graduates of the Master of Science in Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine are eligible to sit for the NCCAOM certification exams to obtain certification as a Diplomate of Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine (Dipl. AHM) Will I learn about herbal therapies at the East West College? Yes, students of the Master of Science in Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine complete Herbal Pharmacy in the East West College Medical Clinic. Students are schooled in the use of raw herbal formulas as well as patent herbs. Upon the completion of the EWCNM program, students are eligible to sit for the NCCAOM certification exam for herbology. Am I able to transfer from another Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine school to the East West College of Natural Medicine? Yes, EWCNM accepts transfer students. For requirements and more information, please visit the Master of Science in Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine, Transfer page. Do you offer financial aid? Yes, the East West College of Natural Medicine offers federal financial aid to those students who qualify. Additional scholarships and grants may also be available. For more information regarding financial aid and how to apply, please visit the FINANCIAL AID section of this website, or call the Financial Aid Department at (800) 883-5528. Is taking an online class a good fit for you?

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