NCCAOM Foundations / Diagnosis I

This class gives detailed information on what is essential to pass the NCCAOM exam(s). From discussions on foundations, tongue and pulse, and the different diagnostic systems, all information is covered. No stone is left unturned.

NCCAOM Diagnosis II / Case Studies I

Clear comprehension of Zang Fu pattern differentiation is an essential part of the information needed to pass the NCCAOM exams(s). We examine and identify the symptoms, making diagnostic options clear and simple.

NCCAOM Diagnosis III / Case Studies II

This class explores memorization strategies, teaching you how to gain command of the vast amount of information needed to pass your exam. The second part of this class teaches you how to logically take a multiple choice exam, focusing on methods to eliminate the tendency to guess at the correct answer. This class completes with the TCM Review Seminars method to the dissection of Case Studies.

NCCAOM Diagnosis IV

This class re-applies the strategies covered in Diagnosis III / Case Studies I, further honing your skills to approach case studies with a greater analytical focus.

NCCAOM Single Points I

This class reviews the important points of the first 7 channels, including functions, needling depths, and correlations to both herbs and diagnostic parameters. This class eases you into point prescriptions. This class clarifies choosing accurate point prescriptions, using single points I and II as your base of knowledge.

NCCAOM Single Points II

In this class, the important points of the last 7 channels are covered, including functions, needling depths, and correlations to both herbs and diagnostic parameters. This class clarifies choosing accurate point prescriptions, using single points I and II as your base of knowledge.

NCCAOM CAM Point Rx

This 3 hour class takes you through all the essential CAM point prescriptions, including explanations of why each point is included in the prescription. Additionally, diagnosis, herbs and biomedicine correlations are discussed to clarify point prescriptions where applicable.

NCCAOM Maciocia Point Rx

Did you know that Maciocia point prescriptions are built like herbal formulas? This 3 hour class takes you through the essential MAC point prescriptions and explains why each point is included in the prescription. Additionally, diagnosis, herbs and biomedicine correlations are discussed to clarify point prescriptions where applicable.

NCCAOM Acupuncture Extras

In this 3 hour class, we have condensed the essential material for ear acupuncture, scalp acupuncture, acupuncture cautions, contraindications, moxa, cupping, point location, landmarks and organ pathways. Additionally, this class works with the memorization of all the points and their functions, covering all the point locations for the NCCAOM, providing an efficient method for memorizing the overall big picture points.

NCCAOM Single Herbs I

This class covers information on all the essential single herbs you need to know to pass the NCCAOM herbology exam. Contraindications, functions, important dosages, antagonist herbs, and cautions are discussed.

NCCAOM Single Herbs II : Dui Yao

This class is a continuation of Single Herbs I – all the essential single herbs you need to know to pass the NCCAOM herbology exam. Contraindications, functions, important dosages, antagonist herbs, and cautions are discussed.

NCCAOM Formulas I

This class starts with an introduction and overview of the NCCAOM formulas. It covers the Release Exterior, Drain Downward and Harmonizing categories.

NCCAOM Formulas II

This class continues covering the formula categories covered on the NCCAOM Exam. It covers Clear Heat Warm Interior and Release Exterior and Interior Excess.

NCCAOM Formulas III

This class is a detailed review of each of the NCCAOM formulas. It covers the categories of Tonify, Stabilize and Bind and Calm Spirit

NCCAOM Formulas IV

This class continues the review of NCCAOM Formulas. It covers the formula categories of Regulate Qi, Regulate Blood, and Expel Wind

NCCAOM Formulas V

This class covers formulas of the NCCAOM Herbology module. It will cover Treat Dryness, Expel Dampness and Dissolve Phlegm.

NCCAOM Formulas VI

This is the last class of the NCCAOM Herbology module. It will cover formulas in the Digestive Formula category.

NCCAOM Biomedicine I

This class provides an overview of the uses of biomedicine knowledge essential to passing the NCCAOM. We outline and discuss the basics, including hormones, dermatomes, vitamins, and lab tests. We cover the major biomedicine diseases, discussing their symptoms, tests and key red flags.

NCCAOM Biomedicine II

This class expands the principles of biomedicine, reviewing key signs, symptoms and tests for common biomedical western diseases. In completion, the uses of pharmacology and orthopedic testing are discussed as well.

NCCAOM Nutrition

This one hour class covers the essential nutrition information for the NCCAOM exams. Information from Paul Pitchford “Healing with Wholefoods” and Maoshing Ni “Tao of Nutrition” has been condensed down into the golden nuggets that will get you through the test.

NCCAOM CNT

A concise summary of the CNT Manual is reviewed so you have the essentials information that you will need for the NCCAOM exam.

NCCAOM Acupuncture Risk Management

This one hour class will give you the necessary information about the Acupuncture Risk Management book needed to get through your NCCAOM board exams.

NCCAOM Red Flags

This one hour class will give you the necessary information about red flags to get through your NCCAOM board exams.

NCCAOM Procedure Codes

Full Course and Modules

The Full Course and Module options are self-paced.

Books

The Handbook of Oriental Medicine (5th Edition) by HB Kim: The premiere study guide for students of Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture is available for purchase on Amazon and other vendors on the internet.

As part of your registration for the Full Course or the Acupuncture and Foundations Modules, we provide a TCM Review Seminars course reader and numerous handouts throughout the course. As part of your registration for the Biomedicine and Herbology Modules, our course materials are downloadable and pertain specifically to the subject matter.

NCCAOM Board Exams Info

Everything you need to know about the NCCAOM National Board Exams – prep information, study guidelines, dates and deadlines, requirements, and more.

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Internet Connection

In order to participate in the TCM Review exam prep courses, students should consider their internet speed. Most modern computers can stream videos and live events with no problem. Issues usually arise with internet speed. Here’s what you’ll need:

• Live Webinars – at least 3-4 mbps download speed
• Recorded Videos – at least 2-3 mbps download speed

Please check with your internet service provider (Comcast, Verizon, etc.) or run a test at fast.com to determine this. We use Vimeo to stream our class videos.

If you stream high quality videos on Netflix or iTunes, you should have no problem participating in the ourse. Watching a YouTube video with no problem is not a good indicator of whether you will be able to participate in the course (especially live classroom) without interruption – their content is usually of much lower quality.