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This specialization introduces the foundational theories and clinical applications of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) through a modern, integrative lens. Learners explore fire cupping, Gua Sha, acupuncture, and yoga-informed anatomy to understand the interplay between energy, structure, and function in the human body. Guided by Dr. Constance Bradley, L.Ac., PhD, participants gain practical skills and scientific insight to safely apply traditional techniques within contemporary healthcare and wellness settings.
Syllabus
- Course 1: Anatomy, Physiology, and Biomechanics for Yoga Practice
- Course 2: Essentials of Acupuncture: Theory & Practice
- Course 3: Applied Acupuncture Techniques for Common Conditions
- Course 4: Fundamentals of Gua Sha
- Course 5: Fundamentals of Fire Cupping
Courses
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By the end of this course, you will (1) understand human anatomy and biomechanics in yoga practice and (2) apply that knowledge to improve alignment, safety, and performance. Dr. Constance Bradley, L.Ac., PhD, combines her expertise in yoga and biomedical sciences to deliver a course that connects structure and function in motion. Through video instruction you’ll explore how bones, joints, and muscles interact in asanas and learn to cue, modify, and assess movement intelligently. This course’s strength lies in translating complex anatomy into practical guidance for teaching and self-practice. Learners will develop the confidence to use anatomical reasoning to enhance posture safety, prevent injuries, and optimize movement efficiency for diverse populations.
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Painful conditions like frozen shoulder, low back pain, TMJ discomfort, carpal tunnel symptoms, and plantar fasciitis can interfere with movement, work, sleep, and quality of life. By the end of this course, learners will understand how acupuncture strategies may be applied to common musculoskeletal conditions, with attention to assessment, point selection, treatment planning, and functional outcomes. Building on Level 1, Dr. Constance Bradley presents condition-specific protocols for nine common cases, helping learners connect traditional acupuncture theory with modern clinical reasoning. The course focuses on practical application for pain relief, improved mobility, and better patient care. Through detailed demonstrations and clinical discussion, learners explore point combinations, needling depth considerations, treatment sequencing, adjunct methods, and case-based decision-making. Licensed acupuncture and healthcare professionals will gain practical tools for refining treatment plans, while general learners will gain a clearer understanding of how acupuncture is used for common pain and movement-related conditions. This course offers a structured, condition-based approach to applying acupuncture knowledge with greater confidence, safety, and clinical purpose.
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Acupuncture is one of the world’s best-known traditional healing practices, but safe and effective use requires more than knowing where points are located. By the end of this course, learners will understand the foundational theory behind acupuncture, including meridians, Qi flow, Yin-Yang principles, point selection, and the safety standards that guide responsible practice. Led by Dr. Constance Bradley, L.Ac., PhD, this foundational course introduces traditional Chinese Medicine concepts in a clear, structured way while emphasizing clean-needle technique, ethical practice, and patient safety. Learners gain a practical starting point for understanding how acupuncture is used to support wellness, balance, and clinical care. Through step-by-step instruction, learners explore needle handling, insertion angle, depth, point identification, meridian pathways, and safe treatment preparation. Licensed professionals and students pursuing acupuncture-related training will gain a strong theoretical and safety-focused foundation, while general learners will better understand what acupuncture is, how it works within traditional frameworks, and why proper training matters. This course offers a clear first step toward deeper clinical application.
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Cupping therapy is widely recognized for its distinctive marks, but its real value lies in how it may support muscle recovery, circulation, tissue mobility, pain relief, and overall wellness when applied safely. By the end of this course, learners will understand the foundations of fire cupping and how to apply the technique with greater confidence, safety, and clinical awareness. Led by Dr. Constance Bradley, L.Ac., this course introduces fire cupping through the lens of traditional Chinese Medicine while also emphasizing modern safety standards, practitioner responsibility, and appropriate client care. Through detailed video demonstrations, learners explore equipment setup, cup placement, application methods, treatment timing, skin and tissue responses, contraindications, and post-treatment guidance. The course also explains how cupping is traditionally understood to influence circulation, stagnation, and energetic balance. Healthcare and wellness professionals will gain practical steps for integrating fire cupping into treatment sessions, while non-clinical learners will gain a clearer understanding of what cupping is, why it is used, and how safety shapes responsible practice. This course offers a grounded introduction to fire cupping for pain, recovery, and wellness-focused care.
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Gua Sha is often recognized as a scraping technique, but its real value lies in how it may support pain relief, tissue mobility, circulation, inflammation response, muscle tension, and overall recovery when applied safely. By the end of this course, learners will understand the foundations of Gua Sha and how to apply techniques with appropriate tools, pressure, body regions, and treatment goals. Guided by Dr. Constance Bradley, this course introduces the origins, theory, and therapeutic applications of Gua Sha through both traditional Chinese Medicine and modern clinical perspectives. Learners explore why Gua Sha is used, how the body responds, and how to approach treatment responsibly. Through historical context, practical demonstrations, and technique instruction, learners study tool selection, pressure control, treatment regions, musculoskeletal applications, safety considerations, and clinical reasoning for pain, tension, and systemic concerns. Healthcare, bodywork, and wellness professionals will gain practical tools for integrating Gua Sha into care, while general learners will better understand what Gua Sha is and why it is used. This course offers a clear, balanced introduction to applying Gua Sha safely and effectively.
Taught by
Niel Asher Education