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Program Overview

Based on the traditional curriculum taught at Chinese institutions, the Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner program is designed for healthcare professionals looking to expand their knowledge or people who are new to the field.

Students learn about acupuncture, Chinese herbology, Tuina massage, Qi Gong, Tai Ji, diet therapy, the basics of Western medicine, and more. They also gain valuable experience putting what they’ve learned in the classroom to use in a clinical setting.

Admission Requirements:

  • High school graduation or equivalent, or mature student status (19 years old when class starts)
  • Proof of English/Chinese proficiency

*Notes:

  • Transcripts from an institution outside of Canada must be verified by an international education credential evaluation service, such as WES or ICES.
  • Proof of English Language proficiency for applicants to the English language program OR Proof of Chinese Language proficiency for applicants to the Chinese language program

Meet the English Language Proficiency Policy

Meet the Chinese Language Proficiency Policy

This program has been approved by the registrar of the Private Training Institutions Regulatory Unit (PTIRU) of the Ministry of Advanced Education, Skills and Training. The program is offered as an in-person program.

Graduates from this program will be positioned to write the PAN-CAN examinations for acupuncturists in BC. The College of Complementary Health Professionals of BC (CCHPBC) recognizes this program.

  • - Our grads recently achieved a 95.45% pass rate on the PAN-CAN exam in April 2024.*

For more information on the requirements for the registration, please visit www.cchpbc.ca
*CCHPBC, 2024

This program is available at the Burnaby campus and is delivered in class.

This program is approved by the Registrar of the Private Training Institutions Regulatory Unit (PTIRU) of British Columbia.

For more information about our college policies, click the link below:
Student Handbook    Dispute Resolution Policy    Sexual Misconduct Policy    Refund Policy

This program is 130 weeks in length

Career Opportunities

  • TCM Clinic
  • Wellness Clinic
  • Alternative Therapy Centre
  • Healing Centre

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Financial Aid

Finding yourself in a position where College is unaffordable is more common than most of us realize. Fortunately, Canada’s provincial and federal governments are very focused on making education accessible to virtually everyone; even students that are new to Canada. Regardless of your situation: didn’t finish high school, are having (or had) financial difficulties, or you are a new arrival to Canada, we will find financial solution best for you!

Our Financial Aid Expert will provide you with best options to make education investment in yourself, both realistic and affordable. Let us help you find option that suits you best. Fill out the form NOW!

  • Government Student Loans
  • Currently, British Columbia has a government-sponsored plan that provides loan assistance to qualified full-time students. The type and amount of assistance usually varies depending on your individual circumstances.

    When you meet with our Student Financial Planning Expert at the campus, we will go over all the financial options available to you to make this amazing investment in yourself both affordable and realistic.

  • RRBC Royal Credit Line for Students ©
  • The Royal Credit Line for Students lets you focus on what's important: your studies. Available to full-time and part-time students who need to finance their studies, it allows you to take charge of your financial needs in a way that fits your lifestyle.

    The Royal Credit Line for Students is different from a traditional loan in that it lets you borrow funds as you need them, and pay the interest on only the amount you use, without ever having to reapply. You get all the convenience and benefits with no annual fee.

    As a student, you may qualify for one of RBC`s best rates - Prime + 1%, which applies when you are at school and for a 12 month grace period after graduation.

    Further information about financial assistance is available from the Financial Advisor at your nearest campus.

Vancouver

1100 - 626 West Pender Street
Vancouver, BC
V6B 1V9

Burnaby

5021 Kingsway
Burnaby, BC
V5H 4A5

Chilliwack

8392 Young Road
Chilliwack, BC
V2P 4N9

Surrey

230 - 13401 108 Avenue
Surrey, BC
V3T 5T3

Abbotsford

2121 Clearbrook Road
Abbotsford, BC
V2T 4H6

Coquitlam

5 - 1180 Pinetree Way
Coquitlam, BC
V3B 7L2

New Westminster

218 - 810 Quayside Dr
New Westminster, BC
V3M 6B9