OM9420 Specialized Approach Acupuncture Therapy: Acu Detox Training

This course provides an overview of the field of chemical dependency treatment and the role of acupuncture and includes an overview of the biochemistry of chemical dependency, outpatient treatment strategies for safely detoxifying and aftercare. This course is the didactic portion of a larger certification program offered by the National Acupuncture Detoxification Association (NADA). Upon completion of this course and additional clinical hours outside of the Bastyr curriculum, students are eligible to work as acupuncturists in chemical dependency treatment facilities after graduation and licensure.

Credits

2

Prerequisite

OM5813 or permission of the dean