OVERVIEW
The Small Animal Acupuncture Program is a 130-hour C.E. program (approved by a majority of state boards) that certifies students in veterinary acupuncture with an emphasis on small animals. The program begins with an overview of fundamental aspects of Chinese Medicine, including Yin-Yang and Five Elements theory, which serve as a foundation for case diagnoses and treatment presented later in the class. A variety of acupuncture techniques are taught, including electro-acupuncture and moxibustion, in addition to conventional "dry" needling. Students of the program learn acupuncture points on small animals only, and primarily dogs are used for practice in the wet labs.
The program is presented in five sessions (5 online modules with three on-site wet labs). Online sessions are composed of lectures that students can stream at their own convenience. Afternoon wet-labs during the 3 on-site sessions, give students the opportunity to learn acupuncture points on live animals in small lab groups. Small Animal Acupuncture is offered to licensed veterinarians and student in their final year of veterinary school.