Maine Naturopathic Physician Continuing Education

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Maine Naturopathic Physician Continuing Education Requirements: 25 hours annually
Maine Accepts 25 hours of Online Naturopathic Physician Continuing Education Courses

 

The vast majority of our courses are automatically accepted as they are facilitated by the University of Bridgeport, Health Sciences Postgraduate Education Department and are approved by other state naturopathic licensing boards. Scroll down to view courses.
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Special Requirements:
At least 7 hours shall be in pharmacology.
Naturopathic Physician who hold a specialty certification in Naturopathic Physician acupuncture must complete an additional 15 hours of continuing education annually, specific to that specialty. The additional 15 hours of continuing education required for specialty certification in acupuncture shall meet the standards of continuing education for acupuncturists as described in chapter 5, section 2 (B) of the rules.

 

State of Maine Naturopathic Physician Continuing Education Requirements

Maine Naturopathic Physician Continuing Education requirements posted on this page are based upon the most up to date information available. Maine Naturopathic Physician continuing education requirements are subject to change and therefore, Maine Naturopathic Physician licensee's are ultimately responsible for being up to date with the Maine Naturopathic Physician continuing education requirements.

 

Continuing education courses offered on ChiroCredit.com provide Online CEU for Maine Naturopathic Physicians. The online courses increase the knowledge bases of the Naturopathic Physician to enhance their clinical therapy practice. Free 1 hour approved online continuing education course for new Maine Naturopathic Physicians who register with www.ChiroCredit.com

 
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Acupuncture 453 : The Foundations of Chinese Medicine: A Comprehensive Study of Chinese Medical Thought
5.0

James Ventresca, DOM

$100.00 USD

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  • Describe the functional activities of Qi and their associated physiological processes in the body
  • Explain the role of the Original Qi as the dynamic motive force for transformation
  • Analyze the interrelationship of the Essence and the Fire of the Gate of Life
  • Explain the process of the movement of Qi in the body
  • Summarize the role of the bones as one of the deepest energetic layers
  • Paraphrase how the entering and exiting of Qi from the space between the skin and  muscles regulates sweating
  • Describe how Qi enters and exits from the joints, and how this process can become interrupted
  • Explain the nature and functions of the Yin and Yang organs in general, and the essential differences between them
  • Infer how the Kidneys, as the foundation of Yin and Yang and the origin of Fire and Water in the body, impact the other Organs
  •  Give examples of how the role of the Stomach and Spleen as the “center,” impacts the body’s function
  •  Summarize the relationships between Heart and Blood
  • Outline how anger affects the Liver and how a Liver disharmony affects our moods

Course automatically accepted as facilitated by the University of Bridgeport, Health Sciences Postgraduate Education Department
Expires: 2028-12-31

Acupuncture 454 : The Functions of the Organs: A Comprehensive Study of the Interrelationships of the Main Organs of TCM
5.0

James Ventresca, DOM

$100.00 USD

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  • Describe the importance of the Pericardium channel in acupuncture treatment
  • Discuss the significance of the Triple Burner in the Qi mechanism
  • Match the Heart with various emotions, substances, & organs
  • Differentiate the relationships of Blood to the Heart, Liver, and Spleen
  • Recognize the various aspects of the soul, and the organs to which those aspects are most closely related
  • Give examples of how the Liver and Spleen interact in making and storing the Blood
  • Explain the significance of the descending of Lung-Qi and the ascending of Liver-Qi
  • Relate the free flow of Liver-Qi to the Spleen's function of transformation and transportation
  • Explain how a deficiency of Spleen-Qi, leading to the formation of Phlegm, affects the Lungs
  • Summarize the relationships between the Kidneys and the Spleen
  • Discuss the complexities of the relationship of Blood to Spleen, Heart and Liver
  • Distinguish the roles played by the Yin and Yang organs, in the management of fluids
  • Diagram the more significant interrelationships of the five Yin organs
  • Compare and Contrast the Extraordinary organs with the Yin & Yang organs

Course automatically accepted as facilitated by the University of Bridgeport, Health Sciences Postgraduate Education Department
Expires: 2028-12-31

Acupuncture 455 : External Causes of Disease: A Comprehensive Study of the Endogenous and Exogenous Pathogens
5.0

James Ventresca, DOM

$100.00 USD

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  • Explain how climatic factors can become a cause of disease
  • Assess the influence of the constitution on predisposition to health or disease
  • Compare diagnostic signs of a strong or weak constitution
  • Discuss how excessive physical work and exercise can cause disease
  • Relate the significance of poor diet and eating habits as a cause of disease
  • Summarize the importance of paying attention to a patient's constitutional type
  • Interpret clinical meaning of changes in the tissues and other parts of the body
  • Recognize the importance of the tongue as a pillar of diagnosis
  • Integrate tongue and pulse diagnosis to confirm suspected patterns and indicate the presence of patterns not evident from other signs and symptoms
  • Recognize the frequency of tiredness as a complaint in Western patients, and utilize  methods of questioning to ascertain appropriate patterns of disharmony
  • Differentiate the clinical significance of feelings of cold, heat, and fever, and their different clinical significance in exterior and interior conditions
  • Justify the importance of questioning and observing the patient's emotional state
  • Recognize the significance of asking about menstruation, leucorrhoea, pregnancy, and childbirth
  • Examine children's symptoms, in the areas of digestion, respiration, sleep and immunization

Course automatically accepted as facilitated by the University of Bridgeport, Health Sciences Postgraduate Education Department
Expires: 2028-12-31

Acupuncture 456 : Diagnosis by Palpation: A Comprehensive Study on Palpation, Focusing on the Radial Pulse
5.0

James Ventresca, DOM

$100.00 USD

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  • Describe the role of the radial pulse in diagnosis
  • Give examples of the problems inherent in pulse diagnosis
  • Discuss the clinical significance of the three levels of the pulse
  • List the factors to take into account when evaluating the pulse
  • Recognize signs from palpating the temperature, moisture, and texture of the skin
  • Explain how palpation of the abdomen provides valuable diagnostic information
  • Recognize the various forms taken by 'Excess of Yang' and 'Deficiency of Yang'
  • Recognize the various forms taken by 'Excess of Yin' and 'Deficiency of Yin'
  • Summarize the diagnostic significance of the sounds of breathing, cough, vomiting, hiccup, borborygmi, sighing etc.
  • Analyze the implications of ascending/descending and entering/exiting of Qi
  • Point out the significance of the smell of bodily secretions
  • Identify the Full/Empty nature of a condition, according to the presence or absence of a pathogenic factor and the strength of the body's Qi

Course automatically accepted as facilitated by the University of Bridgeport, Health Sciences Postgraduate Education Department
Expires: 2028-12-31

Acupuncture 457 : Identification of Patterns - Heart, Pericardium and Liver: A Comprehensive Study of These Organs and Their Relationships
5.0

James Ventresca, DOM

$100.00 USD

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  • Identify the four pathological patterns of Qi disharmony
  • Defend the importance of distention as a characteristic of Qi stagnation
  • Identify the four Blood pathology patterns
  • Distinguish between various types of Blood stasis in the Liver, Heart, Lungs, Stomach, Intestines and Uterus
  • Recognize the causes of Blood stasis
  • Identify the three types of pathological Body Fluid patterns
  • Give examples of Phlegm in Chinese medicine
  • Outline the role of the Spleen, Lungs and Kidneys in the production of Phlegm
  • Differentiate between the various Heart pathologies
  • Discuss how pathologies of the Pericardium differ from those of the Heart
  • List the general characteristics of Liver pathology
  • Differentiate between the various Liver pathologies

Course automatically accepted as facilitated by the University of Bridgeport, Health Sciences Postgraduate Education Department
Expires: 2028-12-31

Acupuncture 458 : Identification of Patterns - Lung, Spleen, Kidney and Stomach: A Comprehensive Study of These Organs and Their Relationships
5.0

James Ventresca, DOM

$100.00 USD

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  • Describe how exterior Wind (combined with Heat or Cold) can invade the Lung Exterior portion to cause exterior patterns
  • Discuss and differentiate the effects of Dryness and Dampness on the Lungs
  • Recognize Lung Deficiency patterns
  • Identify Lung Excess patterns
  • Differentiate Lung Phlegm patterns
  • Describe and differentiate Spleen Deficiency Patterns
  • Compare and contrast Spleen Cold-Dampness and Damp-Heat in the Spleen
  • Analyze the significance of the duality of Kidney-Yin and Kidney-Yang in Kidney pathology
  • Point out the differences and similarities associated with Yin, Yang, and Jing Deficiencies in the Kidneys
  • Outline the importance of heredity in determining the strength of a child's Kidneys
  • Apply the significance of Stomach-Qi in prognosis
  • Illustrate how Stomach-Qi manifests on tongue and pulse

Course automatically accepted as facilitated by the University of Bridgeport, Health Sciences Postgraduate Education Department
Expires: 2028-12-31

Acupuncture 459 : Identification of Patterns - Small/Large Intestine, Gall Bladder, Bladder, Six Stages and Four Levels: A Comprehensive Study of These Organs and an Introduction to the Progression of Disease
5.0

James Ventresca, DOM

$100.00 USD

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  • List the main functions of the Small Intestine
  • Describe the main functions of the Large Intestine
  • Summarize the role of diet in Large Intestine pathology
  • Discuss the importance of the Gall Bladder's function of storing bile
  • Relate the pathology of Gall Bladder pathology to that of the Liver
  • Outline the main Bladder function of transforming and excreting fluids
  • Explain why the Kidneys do not have Full patterns
  • Differentiate Damp-Heat in the Bladder from Damp-Cold in the Bladder
  • Give examples of symptoms of the stages of external Wind invasion
  • Identify the main clinical manifestations of the emergence of Latent Heat
  • Recognize Damp-Heat in the Gall Bladder and Liver
  • Distinguish between Bright Yang, Greater Yang, Lesser Yang, Greater Yin, Lesser Yin, and Terminal Yin patterns
  • Distinguish between Wei, Qi, Ying and Blood Level patterns

Course automatically accepted as facilitated by the University of Bridgeport, Health Sciences Postgraduate Education Department
Expires: 2028-12-31

Acupuncture 460 : Patterns According to the Three Burners, 12 Channels and Eight Extraordinary Vessels; Shu Points and Categories of Points: A Comprehensive Study of Pattern Discrimination in TCM
5.0

James Ventresca, DOM

$100.00 USD

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  • Identify patterns according to the Three Burners
  • Relate patterns according to the Three Burners to those of the Four Levels
  • Integrate the relationship between the channels and the organs in disease
  • List the causes of channel problems
  • Diagnose channel patterns 
  • Identify the Generating and Overacting sequence patterns
  • Relate the Qi of the channels to a flow of water
  • Explain the importance of the Transporting Points in clinical practice
  • Describe the connection between the channels and the environment
  • Summarize the dynamism of points at the end and beginning of the channels
  • Outline the significance of the regulating, balancing and integrating functions of the extraordinary vessels
  • List the different ways that opening and coupled points can be used to open the Vessels
  • Determine when to use the extraordinary vessels

Course automatically accepted as facilitated by the University of Bridgeport, Health Sciences Postgraduate Education Department
Expires: 2028-12-31

Acupuncture 461 : The Eight Extraordinary Vessels; Principles of Treatment and Combination of Points: A Comprehensive Study on Crafting Acupuncture Treatment Strategies.
5.0

James Ventresca, DOM

$100.00 USD

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  • Cite the clinical applications of the Governing Vessel
  • Recall the clinical applications of the Directing Vessel
  • Distinguish the five branches of the Penetrating Vessel
  • Relate the clinical applications of the Girdle Vessel
  • Give examples of the clinical applications of the Yang Stepping Vessel
  • Discuss how the Yin and Yang Stepping Vessels combine in Pathology
  • Recognize the importance of adopting the correct treatment principle
  • Point out how the Root and Manifestation relate to each other
  • Describe how a Manifestation can become a Root of further Manifestations
  • Explain the importance of tracing clinical manifestations back to their Roots
  • Summarize the importance of knowing when to tonify Qi or expel pathogenic factors
  • Recognize the importance of being aware of residual pathogenic factors
  • Compare herbal treatment and acupuncture

Course automatically accepted as facilitated by the University of Bridgeport, Health Sciences Postgraduate Education Department
Expires: 2028-12-31

Acupuncture for Foot Disorders - Achilles Tendinopathy
1.0

Scott R Smith, L.OM

$20.00 USD

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  • NCCAOM Approved for AOM-BIO 1 hour
  • Develop diagnostic tools and complementary treatment approaches to Achilles tendinopathy and related Achiiles tendon issues
  • Outline a complete approach to treatment from assessment to acupuncture to patient advice
  • Discover major points and regions used most to treat Achilles tendon issues
  • Apply palpation and needling concepts to regions affecting/affected by Achilles tendinopathy
  • Devise treatment plans specific to the patient’s Achilles tendon issue

NCCAOM Providers:  By registering for this course, I understand that the information in this course presented by the Provider and/orInstructor(s) is for educational purposes only and should only be applied with appropriateclinical judgment and used by a trained and licensed practitioner. Governmental laws andregulations vary from region to region and the contents of this course vary in permissibleusage. The participant is required to check their local, state, and federal laws and regulationsregarding the practice requirements and scope of practice issues and the use of theinformation of this course including, but not limited to, theory, herbal medicine, andacupuncture. I acknowledge that NCCAOM does not endorse any specific treatment regimensof any kind. Furthermore, if I use any modalities or treatments taught in this course, I agree towaive, release, indemnify, discharge, and covenant not to sue NCCAOM from and against anyliability, claims, demands, or causes of action whatsoever, arising out of any injury, loss, ordamage that a person may sustain related to the use of the information in this course. I understand that this Release is governed by the laws of District of Columbia, U.S.A. and shallsurvive the termination or expiration of this course.
Course automatically accepted as facilitated by the University of Bridgeport, Health Sciences Postgraduate Education Department
Expires: 2028-12-31

Acupuncture for Foot Disorders - Capsulitis and Mortons Metatarsalgia
1.0

Scott R Smith, L.OM

$20.00 USD

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  • NCCAOM Approved for AOM-BIO 1 hour
  • Develop diagnostic tools and complementary treatment approaches to Morton’s metatarsalgia, capsulitis and forefoot pain
  • Outline a complete approach to treatment from assessment to acupuncture to patient advice
  • Discover major foot points and regions used most to achieve better treatment outcomes
  • Apply palpation and “grid” needling concepts to regions affecting/affected by Morton’s metatarsalgia, capsulitis and forefoot pain
  • Devise treatment plans specific to patient’s forefoot complaint

NCCAOM Providers:  By registering for this course, I understand that the information in this course presented by the Provider and/orInstructor(s) is for educational purposes only and should only be applied with appropriateclinical judgment and used by a trained and licensed practitioner. Governmental laws andregulations vary from region to region and the contents of this course vary in permissibleusage. The participant is required to check their local, state, and federal laws and regulationsregarding the practice requirements and scope of practice issues and the use of theinformation of this course including, but not limited to, theory, herbal medicine, andacupuncture. I acknowledge that NCCAOM does not endorse any specific treatment regimensof any kind. Furthermore, if I use any modalities or treatments taught in this course, I agree towaive, release, indemnify, discharge, and covenant not to sue NCCAOM from and against anyliability, claims, demands, or causes of action whatsoever, arising out of any injury, loss, ordamage that a person may sustain related to the use of the information in this course. I understand that this Release is governed by the laws of District of Columbia, U.S.A. and shallsurvive the termination or expiration of this course.
Course automatically accepted as facilitated by the University of Bridgeport, Health Sciences Postgraduate Education Department
Expires: 2028-12-31

Acupuncture for Foot Disorders - Introduction
1.0

Scott R Smith, L.OM

$20.00 USD

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  • NCCAOM Approved for AOM-BIO 1 hour
  • Develop diagnostic tools and complementary treatment approaches to common foot disorders
  • Outline a complete approach to treatment from assessment to acupuncture to patient advice
  • Discover major points and regions used most to achieve better treatment outcomes
  • Apply palpation and needling concepts to regions affecting/affected by foot disorders
  • Devise treatment plans specific to patient’s foot complaint

NCCAOM Providers:  By registering for this course, I understand that the information in this course presented by the Provider and/orInstructor(s) is for educational purposes only and should only be applied with appropriateclinical judgment and used by a trained and licensed practitioner. Governmental laws andregulations vary from region to region and the contents of this course vary in permissibleusage. The participant is required to check their local, state, and federal laws and regulationsregarding the practice requirements and scope of practice issues and the use of theinformation of this course including, but not limited to, theory, herbal medicine, andacupuncture. I acknowledge that NCCAOM does not endorse any specific treatment regimensof any kind. Furthermore, if I use any modalities or treatments taught in this course, I agree towaive, release, indemnify, discharge, and covenant not to sue NCCAOM from and against anyliability, claims, demands, or causes of action whatsoever, arising out of any injury, loss, ordamage that a person may sustain related to the use of the information in this course. I understand that this Release is governed by the laws of District of Columbia, U.S.A. and shallsurvive the termination or expiration of this course.
Course automatically accepted as facilitated by the University of Bridgeport, Health Sciences Postgraduate Education Department
Expires: 2028-12-31

Acupuncture for Foot Disorders - Metatarsophalangeal Joint
1.0

Scott R Smith, L.OM

$20.00 USD

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  • NCCAOM Approved for AOM-BIO 1 hour
  • Develop diagnostic tools and complementary treatment approaches to Metatarsophalangeal joint pain, Turf toe and first Metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint issues
  • Outline a complete approach to treatment from assessment to acupuncture to patient advice
  • Discover major foot points and regions used most to achieve better treatment outcomes
  • Apply palpation and traction needling concepts to regions affecting the first metatarsophalangeal joint
  • Devise treatment plans specific to patient’s first metatarsophalangeal joint complaint

NCCAOM Providers:  By registering for this course, I understand that the information in this course presented by the Provider and/orInstructor(s) is for educational purposes only and should only be applied with appropriateclinical judgment and used by a trained and licensed practitioner. Governmental laws andregulations vary from region to region and the contents of this course vary in permissibleusage. The participant is required to check their local, state, and federal laws and regulationsregarding the practice requirements and scope of practice issues and the use of theinformation of this course including, but not limited to, theory, herbal medicine, andacupuncture. I acknowledge that NCCAOM does not endorse any specific treatment regimensof any kind. Furthermore, if I use any modalities or treatments taught in this course, I agree towaive, release, indemnify, discharge, and covenant not to sue NCCAOM from and against anyliability, claims, demands, or causes of action whatsoever, arising out of any injury, loss, ordamage that a person may sustain related to the use of the information in this course. I understand that this Release is governed by the laws of District of Columbia, U.S.A. and shallsurvive the termination or expiration of this course.
Course automatically accepted as facilitated by the University of Bridgeport, Health Sciences Postgraduate Education Department
Expires: 2028-12-31

Acupuncture for Foot Disorders - Plantar Fascia Disorders
1.0

Scott R Smith, L.OM

$20.00 USD

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  • NCCAOM Approved for AOM-BIO 1 hour
  • Develop diagnostic tools and complementary treatment approaches to heel pain, plantar fasciitis and plantar fascia disorders
  • Outline a complete approach to treatment from assessment to acupuncture to patient advice
  • Discover major points and regions used most to treat plantar fascia disorders
  • Apply palpation and needling concepts to regions affecting/affected by heel pain, plantar fasciitis and plantar fasciopathy
  • Devise treatment plans specific to the patient’s plantar fascia complaint

NCCAOM Providers:  By registering for this course, I understand that the information in this course presented by the Provider and/orInstructor(s) is for educational purposes only and should only be applied with appropriateclinical judgment and used by a trained and licensed practitioner. Governmental laws andregulations vary from region to region and the contents of this course vary in permissibleusage. The participant is required to check their local, state, and federal laws and regulationsregarding the practice requirements and scope of practice issues and the use of theinformation of this course including, but not limited to, theory, herbal medicine, andacupuncture. I acknowledge that NCCAOM does not endorse any specific treatment regimensof any kind. Furthermore, if I use any modalities or treatments taught in this course, I agree towaive, release, indemnify, discharge, and covenant not to sue NCCAOM from and against anyliability, claims, demands, or causes of action whatsoever, arising out of any injury, loss, ordamage that a person may sustain related to the use of the information in this course. I understand that this Release is governed by the laws of District of Columbia, U.S.A. and shallsurvive the termination or expiration of this course.
Course automatically accepted as facilitated by the University of Bridgeport, Health Sciences Postgraduate Education Department
Expires: 2028-12-31

Acupuncture for Foot Disorders - Sinus Tarsi Syndrome
1.0

Scott R Smith, L.OM

$20.00 USD

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  • NCCAOM Approved for AOM-BIO 1 hour
  • Develop diagnostic tools and complementary treatment approaches to lateral ankle issues, inversion injuries and sinus tarsi syndrome
  • Discover the association between lateral ankle injuries and sinus tarsi syndrome
  • Outline a complete approach to treatment from assessment to acupuncture to patient advice
  • Gain a better understanding of the distribution, pathology and function of the six leg muscle channels
  • Devise a treatment plan specific to patient’s lateral ankle injury and sinus tarsi syndrome

NCCAOM Providers:  By registering for this course, I understand that the information in this course presented by the Provider and/orInstructor(s) is for educational purposes only and should only be applied with appropriateclinical judgment and used by a trained and licensed practitioner. Governmental laws andregulations vary from region to region and the contents of this course vary in permissibleusage. The participant is required to check their local, state, and federal laws and regulationsregarding the practice requirements and scope of practice issues and the use of theinformation of this course including, but not limited to, theory, herbal medicine, andacupuncture. I acknowledge that NCCAOM does not endorse any specific treatment regimensof any kind. Furthermore, if I use any modalities or treatments taught in this course, I agree towaive, release, indemnify, discharge, and covenant not to sue NCCAOM from and against anyliability, claims, demands, or causes of action whatsoever, arising out of any injury, loss, ordamage that a person may sustain related to the use of the information in this course. I understand that this Release is governed by the laws of District of Columbia, U.S.A. and shallsurvive the termination or expiration of this course.
Course automatically accepted as facilitated by the University of Bridgeport, Health Sciences Postgraduate Education Department
Expires: 2028-12-31

Acupuncture for Foot Disorders - Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
1.0

Scott R Smith, L.OM

$20.00 USD

AudioVisual Course

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  • NCCAOM Approved for AOM-BIO 1 hour
  • Develop diagnostic tools and complementary treatment approaches to tarsal tunnel syndrome
  • Outline a complete approach to treatment from assessment to acupuncture to patient advice
  • Discover major points and regions used most to treat issues related to the tarsal tunnel of the foot
  • Apply palpation and needling concepts to regions affecting/affected by tarsal tunnel syndrome
  • Devise treatment plans specific to the patient’s medial foot/tarsal tunnel complaint

NCCAOM Providers:  By registering for this course, I understand that the information in this course presented by the Provider and/orInstructor(s) is for educational purposes only and should only be applied with appropriateclinical judgment and used by a trained and licensed practitioner. Governmental laws andregulations vary from region to region and the contents of this course vary in permissibleusage. The participant is required to check their local, state, and federal laws and regulationsregarding the practice requirements and scope of practice issues and the use of theinformation of this course including, but not limited to, theory, herbal medicine, andacupuncture. I acknowledge that NCCAOM does not endorse any specific treatment regimensof any kind. Furthermore, if I use any modalities or treatments taught in this course, I agree towaive, release, indemnify, discharge, and covenant not to sue NCCAOM from and against anyliability, claims, demands, or causes of action whatsoever, arising out of any injury, loss, ordamage that a person may sustain related to the use of the information in this course. I understand that this Release is governed by the laws of District of Columbia, U.S.A. and shallsurvive the termination or expiration of this course.
Course automatically accepted as facilitated by the University of Bridgeport, Health Sciences Postgraduate Education Department
Expires: 2028-12-31

Acupuncture National Exam Prep Course : Board Review for Those Taking the NBCE or ABCA Exam
2.0

James Ventresca, DOM

$40.00 USD

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  • Compare and contrast Yin and Yang as they relate to Acupuncture theory, diagnosis and treatment
  • Explain the 8 Principles and apply them to Acupuncture diagnosis
  • Describe the interrelationships of the Five Elements, and explain their significance in acupuncture theory
  • Recall the daily time allotments associated with each organ and meridian according to the Horary Cycle
  • Distinguish the main functions and pathologies of the Yin organs
  • Recognize the main points in point prescriptions used to treat many common disharmonies of the organs
  • Identify the functions and pathologies associated with Qi, Jing, Blood, Shen and Fluids
  • List the 71 Meridians of acupuncture
  • Reproduce a chart of the most important acupuncture points.
  • Identify areas of further study needed by the student for successful performance on a national board exam in acupuncture.

Course automatically accepted as facilitated by the University of Bridgeport, Health Sciences Postgraduate Education Department
Expires: 2028-12-31

Addictions 101 : History of Abuse of Drugs and Alcohol/Strategies for Dealing With Addictions - One's Own and Those of One's Patients
2.0

Angelica Redleaf, DC

$40.00 USD

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  • Describe the history of alcohol and drug abuse
  • Define the reasons for the impact of alcohol and drug abuse
  • Indicate the types of drug and alcohol abuses
  • Recognize substance abuse in one's practice
  • Develop strategies for dealing with our patient's and our own drug/alcohol addictions

Course automatically accepted as facilitated by the University of Bridgeport, Health Sciences Postgraduate Education Department
Expires: 2028-12-31

AIDS 103 : Manual Therapy Interventions for People Living with HIV Disease
1.0

Paul Powers, DC, DABCN

$25.00 USD

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  • Apply manual therapy interventions for people living with HIV disease
  • List the applicability of soft tissue mobilization, muscle energy technique, and myofacial release in the treatment of patients with HIV disease
  • Describe craniosacral therapy and lymphatic drainage techniques in the treatment of patients with HIV disease

Course Brochure for OT/OTA
Course automatically accepted as facilitated by the University of Bridgeport, Health Sciences Postgraduate Education Department
Expires: 2028-12-31

AIDS 104 : Nutritional Deficiencies in AIDS Patients
1.0

Paul Powers, DC, DABCN

$25.00 USD

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  • Identify aspects of macronutrient deficiency and progression to AIDS
  • Describe pathophysiological malnutrition in HIV Disease
  • Discuss micronutrient deficiency and progression to AIDS
  • Identify nutritional therapies in the treatment of AIDS patients

Course Brochure for OT/OTA
Course automatically accepted as facilitated by the University of Bridgeport, Health Sciences Postgraduate Education Department
Expires: 2028-12-31

AIDS 105 : Bioelectromagnetic Therapies for HIV/AIDS
1.0

Paul Powers, DC, DABCN

$25.00 USD

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  • Discuss Neuromuscular Manifestations of HIV and Electroacupuncture
  • Review the use of Acupuncture and Microcurrents in AIDS patients
  • Discuss Effects of Massage Therapy on the HIV-Exposed Newborn and Adult
  • Describe how Massage Therapy enhances immune function in adults

Course Brochure for OT/OTA
Course automatically accepted as facilitated by the University of Bridgeport, Health Sciences Postgraduate Education Department
Expires: 2028-12-31

AIDS 106 : HIV Facts and Information
1.0

Ron Steriti, ND, PhD

$22.00 USD

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  • Define HIV
  • Outline HIV epidemiology and symptoms
  • Discuss the effects of HIV on health and wellness
  • Review current facts about the HIV and AIDS epidemic both in the U.S. and worldwide

Course Brochure for OT/OTA
Course automatically accepted as facilitated by the University of Bridgeport, Health Sciences Postgraduate Education Department
Expires: 2028-12-31

AIDS 107 : Information for Health Care Workers
1.0

Ron Steriti, ND, PhD

$22.00 USD

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  • Discuss strategies for preventing HIV in the health care workplace
  • Outline universal precautions and additional precautions to prevent transmission of HIV by blood
  • Apply what to do when there has been a possible exposure to HIV infection

Course Brochure for OT/OTA
Course automatically accepted as facilitated by the University of Bridgeport, Health Sciences Postgraduate Education Department
Expires: 2028-12-31

AIDS 108 : HIV and AIDS Update: Caring for A Person With HIV and AIDS
1.0

Ron Steriti, ND, PhD

$22.00 USD

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  • Define and discuss confidentiality laws covering the medical records of HIV/AIDS patients
  • Define and discuss behavioral interventions for HIV/AIDS patients
  • Outline the screening of HIV-infected persons for HIV transmission risk

Course Brochure for OT/OTA
Course automatically accepted as facilitated by the University of Bridgeport, Health Sciences Postgraduate Education Department
Expires: 2028-12-31

AIDS 109 : AIDS: Clinical Epidemiology, Pathophysiology, Diagnosis and Treatment
2.0

Dean Smith, DC, PhD

$40.00 USD

AudioVisual Course

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  • Assess the historical characteristics and epidemiology of HIV/AIDS
  • Describe how HIV is spread and how it may be prevented
  • Summarize the pathophysiology of HIV infection and AIDS
  • Outline the natural history, diagnosis, and stages of HIV infection
  • Illustrate the current treatment strategies for HIV infection and discuss common opportunistic infections associated with HIV

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Course automatically accepted as facilitated by the University of Bridgeport, Health Sciences Postgraduate Education Department
Expires: 2028-12-31

AIDS 110 : HIV and Nutrition
2.0

Virginia Norris-Schafer, DC, MD

$40.00 USD

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  • Explain the difference between HIV infection and AIDS
  • Outline the methods of transmission of HIV
  • Explain why early treatment of HIV infection is advantageous
  • Discuss the basic factors in treatment
  • Assess the individual HIV-AIDS patient for nutritional needs
  • Explain the basic nutritional guidelines for the HIV infected patient.
  • Discuss the classification of nutrients and their sources
  • List some tools that may be used to do a nutritional analysis.
  • Recognize AIDS nutritional deficient syndromes and other co morbidities
  • Suggest some food plans/food treatments for nutritional deficiencies caused by the HIV infection or other opportunistic infections.
  • Discuss  the steps to good nutritional counseling
  • Discuss some nutritional problems that may face the HIV patient and list some remedies for these issues.

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Course automatically accepted as facilitated by the University of Bridgeport, Health Sciences Postgraduate Education Department
Expires: 2028-12-31

AIDS 111 : Global Epidemiology of HIV/AIDS
1.0

Paul Powers, DC, DABCN

$20.00 USD

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  • Identify the classification methods for the diagnosis of HIV infection
  • Describe the methods of transmission of HIV
  • Explain the global epidemiology of HIV
  • Summarize the origin and evolution of SIV and HIV
  • Outline the crossover of HIV to the human population

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Course automatically accepted as facilitated by the University of Bridgeport, Health Sciences Postgraduate Education Department
Expires: 2028-12-31

AIDS 112 : Neurological and Cardiovascular Complications of HIV Infection
1.0

Paul Powers, DC, DABCN

$20.00 USD

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  • Describe the principal HIV-associated neurological complications
  • List the clinical features of HIV-associated dementia
  • Summarize the diagnosis and treatment of HIV neuropathy
  • Identify common cardiovascular complications in HIV patients
  • Explain the etiology of HIV-associated cardiomyopathy and congestive heart failure

Course Brochure for OT/OTA
Course automatically accepted as facilitated by the University of Bridgeport, Health Sciences Postgraduate Education Department
Expires: 2028-12-31

AIDS 113 : Immune Response to HIV
1.0

Paul Powers, DC, DABCN

$20.00 USD

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  • Outline the general concepts of the immune response to viral infection
  • Compare and contrast innate immunity versus acquired immunity
  • Describe the role of the CD4 T lymphocyte response in HIV infection
  • Explain why the immune response fails in HIV infection
  • Discuss the potential for vaccines to HIV

Course Brochure for OT/OTA
Course automatically accepted as facilitated by the University of Bridgeport, Health Sciences Postgraduate Education Department
Expires: 2028-12-31

AIDS 114 : Immune Support
1.0

Paul Powers, DC, DABCN

$20.00 USD

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  • Describe the interactions between the emotional state, nervous system function, and the immune system
  • Explain the role of life style in proper immune function
  • Summarize how vitamins and nutrients influence disease susceptibility
  • Recognize the antibacterial, antiviral, and immunostimulatory effects of certain botanicals

Course automatically accepted as facilitated by the University of Bridgeport, Health Sciences Postgraduate Education Department
Expires: 2028-12-31



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