Who do we accept on these courses?
The BMAS offers Foundation Course training to healthcare professionals who are regulated by statute in the UK. This includes doctors, dentists, nurses, midwives, health visitors, physiotherapists, osteopaths, chiropractors, and podiatrists.
Please note: Before acceptance on our Foundation Course all health professionals must have:
1. Access to an orthodox medical diagnosis
2. Current membership of a recognised statutory regulatory body
3. Your professional body consider acupuncture within the extended scope of practice for your profession
4. Medical indemnity cover
5. Hepatitis B immunisation.
Hepatitis B immunisation is required for attendance at any course involving practical needling.
To check whether you have the necessary qualifications, please contact the BMAS office: Email: Admin@medical-acupuncture.org.uk
Training courses
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1. The Foundation Course
This introductory course covers the basic concepts of acupuncture and is run over four days, either two weekends or from Monday to Thursday.
2. Post Foundation Training Course
A day course to refresh and develop skills learnt on the Foundation Course.
3. The Intermediate Training Programme
A programme of face-to-face short courses that focus on enhancing your practical skills with particular reference to your knowledge and understanding of Western medical acupuncture in the treatment of specific clinical conditions.
4. Supplementary / Special Topic Days
These days supplement intermediate training and continuing professional development.
5. Foundation Courses for Dentists
Provides an introduction to dental acupuncture.
6. Post Foundation course for Dentists
Refresh and develop the skills learnt on the Foundation Course.
Certification and Qualifications
1. Certificate of Basic Competence (CoBC)
Intended for practising medical acupuncturists who have previously attended the Foundation Course.
The documentation is currently being updated and will be available to download shortly.
2. The Diploma of Medical Acupuncture (Dip Med Ac)
BMAS accreditation and the Diploma are available to all BMAS members.
The documentation is currently being updated and will be available to download shortly.
Education Policy
Click here for the British Medical Acupuncture Society's Education Policy.
Funding your study
If you need help to cover the cost of your course there are general websites that can direct you to a range of funding opportunities:
Specialists in palliative care may like to seek support from Help the Hospices Professional Development Grant Programme: www.helpthehospices.org.uk
Other Educational Activities
We hold a biannual Scientific Meeting and we have a number of Regional Groups who meet locally.
BMAS members can attend the London Teaching Clinic.
A recommended reading list is available.