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American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine
http://www.actcm.edu/
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455 Arkansas Street
San Francisco,
CA
94107
United States
415-282-7600 - phone
415-282-0856 - fax
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Programs Offered at American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine
- Masters Degree
- Continuing Education
- Oriental Bodywork
- Massage
- Herbal Medicine
- Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine
- Doctorate Degree
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About American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine
The American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine has been a cornerstone of academics and classical training in the ancient healing arts of oriental medicine for the past 25 years. With a strong foundation in Classical Acupuncture, both technique and theory, as well as a renowned Chinese Herbal Program, the American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine prepares our future practitioners for an exciting and rewarding career in interactive healthcare.
ACTCM was the first college in the United States to have received recognition for it's Master of Science degree in Chinese Medicine, and is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine(ACAOM). ACAOM is a federally recognized accrediting agency for the approval of programs preparing acupuncture and Oriental medicine practitioners.
Since 1980, we have developed and expanded our college as well as our community clinics while maintaining a small and selective private school ambiance.
Programs Offered
Master of Science in Traditional Chinese Medicine (MSTCM)
Encompassing acupuncture theory and technique, Chinese Herbal medicine, Western medicine, Tui Na, Shiatsu, clinic rotation, Qi Gong and Tai Qi. The College academic program is divided into three curricula: general education, core, and clinical. All curricula must be satisfied to earn the Master of Science degree. The first year is spent acquiring a foundation in pathology and diagnosis of Traditional Chinese Medicine, as well as learning point locations and singular herbs. Second year courses are oriented toward clinical manifestations of disease and differential diagnosis, as well as combining the knowledge gained from first year and applying it to Herbal Formulas Class and Traditional Chinese Internal Medicine classes. In the third and fourth academic years, the curriculum is primarily clinical, and student interns begin seeing assigned patients under the supervision of the clinical faculty. The program totals 233.5 credits and 3,087 program hours.
Doctorate in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (DAOM)
The program is designed to accommodate practitioners who can complete their degree while maintaining their practice. The program consists of 552 didactic hours and 732 clinical hours offered in a four-day weekend format meeting every month for 9 quarters. It concludes with a 252-hour clinical experience that can be completed either in China (PRC) or in the USA.
The Doctorate in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (DAOM) is a clinically based professional program that emphasizes:
- Choice of three areas of specialty: Women's Health, Pain Management, or TCM Dermatology.
- Greater depth and breadth of knowledge and clinical skills in the field of acupuncture and Oriental medicine.
- Classes that include both didactic and clinical experiences, as well as case-based learning.
- Obtaining a specialty with two options available: pain management or women’s health.
- Increased interaction and collaboration with western medicine.
- Enhancing one’s critical thinking skills in the areas of diagnosis, analysis, problem solving and decision-making.
- Use of research findings in both the practical and academic areas.
Tui Na Massage Therapy Certificate
Certified massage therapy program in Chinese Tui Na, which is also open to non-degree seeking students, who meet the admissions requirements.
Shiatsu Massage Therapy Certificate
Certified massage therapy program in Shiatsu massage, which is also open to non-degree seeking students, who meet the admissions requirements.
ACTCM Faculty
Our faculty members have been carefully selected not only for their vast clinical experiences and knowledge of traditional Chinese Medicine, but also their ability to transfer the information and skills to students. The majority of the core faculty members are trained physicians from China who have the ability to convey the institution's deep appreciation of Chinese Medicine and understanding necessary for dealing with the health problems of our modern society.
Mission
The mission of the College is to improve the quality of health care by providing graduate education and patient care. ACTCM faculty members and students dedicate themselves to continuously improving the standards of professionalism in practice and excellence in traditional Chinese medicine education.
Community Clinics
ACTCM's clinical training provides a vast array of opportunities for students and practitioners. The College sponsors community clinics in distinct neighborhoods. Each clinic offers unique characteristics to best accommodate the diverse populations served. These clinics range from drug detoxification clinics to hospice.
Herbal Garden Project
In addition to the many community clinics, ACTCM also has a Chinese Herbal Garden. The garden at present consists of Chinese plants and some European and native North American herbs. The garden is intended to serve as an educational tool and to provide a place where people are welcome to experience a greater awareness of the flora that is behind the internal medicinal aspect of our healing arts. The Herbal Garden is student run, and student participation is always welcome.
Financial Aid
The College is approved by the United States Department of Education for participation in federal aid programs under Title IV and the veterans benefits program. I-20 (foreign student) status is approved by the Department of Justice to educate nonimmigrant students. Loan programs are available. The College; the federal government; social, fraternal, professional, and community organizations; and banks and credit unions provide student financial aid.
All ACTCM students who have need for financial assistance or want to explore options for organizing their own resources to meet educational expenses should contact the Financial Aid Office at financialaid@actcm.edu or 415-282-7600 x13.
Cost of Study
Tuition for didactic (academic) units is $204 per unit. Each didactic unit is equal to 11 hours of classroom instruction. Tuition for clinical units is $408 per unit. Each clinical unit is equal to 22 hours of clinical training. ACTCM reserves the right to change tuition or fees as is necessary.
There is no difference in the cost of tuition for California residents versus nonresidents.
Living and Housing Costs
While the American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine does not provide any student housing facilities; a number of housing options are available. Students can rent apartments, houses, or condominiums or share a rental within a short distance of the College.
Contact the Admissions Office at admissions@actcm.edu or call 1-415-282-7600 ext. 14 to learn more about the various neighborhoods of San Francisco and about the housing in nearby cities and other metropolitan and urban areas.
Student Group
The College is highly selective. While the vast majority of ACTCM students have a Bachelors degree, all incoming students are required to have at least a minimum of 90 semester or 135 quarter units from a regionally accredited college and an overall grade point average of 3.0 or higher. Seventy percent of the student body are women. Our students range in age from 21-55, with an average age of 32. Just under half of the student body are members of minority groups. Eighty percent receive financial aid, 70% percent attend ACTCM full time, and 60% continue to work at least part time while they go to school. Graduating students seek careers in private practice, public health, private hospital care or research, teaching and administration.
Location
The College is located in San Francisco's Potrero Hill neighborhood. San Francisco has a dynamic and eclectic community of people. The city has a very pronounced international flavor intensified by numerous ethnic communities. San Francisco itself is a metropolitan city on the bay that is seven miles wide by seven miles. The facilities of the College itself includes a community clinic, the largest Traditional Chinese Medical Library of it's kind in the United States, student lounges, classrooms, herbal garden, and an expansive outdoor patio.
The College
The American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine is a private, independent graduate school founded in 1980 as a nonprofit benefit corporation. The American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine is governed by the Board of Directors, and the College is administered by officers appointed by the Board. In 1981, the College started its community clinic. The clinic has provided low cost health care to the people of San Francisco and the greater Bay area. In the community clinic, the students, under supervision of attending practitioners, gain practical experience in the application of acupuncture and traditional Chinese herbal medicine for the treatment of disease.
Admissions
A minimum of 90 semester or 135 quarter units from a regionally accredited college and an overall grade point average of 3.0 or higher are required for Admission. Prospective students who do not meet the minimum GPA requirements are encouraged to contact the Office of Admissions directly to discuss admissions options.
Applicants are to submit the following to the Admissions Office: completed application, application processing fee, official transcripts of all colleges or universities attended, two letters of recommendation, a statement of purpose essay of at least 500 words, and a personal interview with the Admissions Committee.
Applicants will receive written notice of their admission status within 2 weeks of their admissions interview. The College considers applications every quarter. Application deadlines are September 1, December 1, March 1, and June 1.
Upon notification of acceptance, students must submit the following additional documentation directly to the Office of Admissions. Health Certificate (including TB test results) signed by a health care practitioner, A registration deposit of $300 for domestic students, a resume or curriculum vitae (preferably sent in with application), and 2 passport photos.
Non-degree seeking students are welcome to apply for exploratory courses during any quarter. The College also serves as a site for continuing education classes.
Correspondence and Information
American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine
455 Arkansas Street
San Francisco, California 94107
Telephone: 415.282.7600 ext. 14
Fax: 415.282.0856
Email:admissions@actcm.edu |
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