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	<li><strong>TCM theory
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	<li><strong>Clinical experience
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	<li><strong>Beginner &amp; advanced courses
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	<li><strong>Chinese language introduction course
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	<li><strong>Certificate upon completion</strong></li>
	<li><strong>English language instruction</strong></li>
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<strong>Study TCM</strong> (Traditional Chinese Medicine) in Beijing, learn TCM theory and gain clinical experience at one of China's most reputable TCM hospitals. The course begins with a one month Mandarin course, and is then followed by a three month TCM course.

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<strong>The course</strong> consists out of three parts

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	<li>Four weeks of Mandarin instruction in small groups (20h/week)</li>
	<li>One week of intensive theoretical TCM training</li>
	<li>11 weeks of clinical practice (mornings) combined with TCM training (afternoon)</li>
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<strong>TCM Theory</strong> is taught in English, focusing on TCM, acupuncture, and preparing students for clinical practice. Textbooks used are <i>Essentials of Chinese Acupuncture</i> (beginner course) and the four books of <em>International Acupuncture Textbook series</em>, including <em>Basic theories of traditional Chinese medicine, Diagnostics of traditional Chinese medicine, Meridians and acupoints, and Acupuncture therapeutic</em>

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<strong>TCM Clinical Practice</strong> is in groups, with a translator to facilitate communication with local patients and doctors. Depending on your experience and Chinese language ability you will be able to participate in consultations, learn how a TCM hospital in China works, and observe experienced TCM doctors treating patients.

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<strong>Chinese language</strong> preparation is in small groups, and you will be placed in a suitable class depending on your language ability together with other international students.

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<strong>For accommodation</strong> you can choose between a hostel close to the school, living with a <a href="http://ltl-chinois.fr/learn-chinese-beijing/beijing-homestay/" target="_blank">Chinese homestay family</a>, <a href="http://ltl-chinois.fr/learn-chinese-beijing/cheap-homestay-beijing/" target="_blank">live &amp; teach</a>,<a href="http://ltl-chinois.fr/learn-chinese-beijing/apartment-offers-in-beijing/" target="_blank"> shared apartment</a>, or <a href="http://ltl-chinois.fr/serviced-apartments-in-beijing/" target="_blank">studio apartment</a>.

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<strong>TCM Beginner Courses 2013</strong>

18th of March - 15th of July

15th of July - 15th of November

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<strong>TCM Advanced Courses 2013</strong>

8th of July - 5th of November

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