Professional Training

Basic Training in the Theory and Practice
of Ear Acupuncture Therapy

1. Global Schedule

The Global Schedule provides the basis for teaching the theoretical background and skills in order to practice ear acupuncture as approved by the Work Group (Arbeitsgemeinschaft).

It has been compiled on behalf of the Department of Ear Acupuncture within the Work Group.

The Global Schedule establishes and defines the quality of training as prescribed by the Work Group in order to administer therapy, and it describes minimum requirements for basic obligatory training.

Authorised teachers of the Ear Acupuncture Work Group are required to implement Global Schedule specifications.

Schedule

No.	Subject	Objectives
1.	Introduction to Therapy
1.1	The Development of Ear Acupuncture	History of Ear acupuncture Current developments in ear acupuncture
1.2	Functional Considerations in Ear Acupuncture	Presents Dr. Nogier’s theory Explains the functioning of therapy Ear acupuncture and TCM – differences and common aspects Presents basic developments in ear acupuncture Describes different tendencies in ear acupuncture (‘schools’) and explains the differences
1.4	Ear shape as a Reflection of Genetic Disposition	Possibilities and limitations of visual diagnosis Ear examination Discusses examination results and draws both diagnostic and therapeutic conclusions
2.	The Reflex System of the Ear
2.1	Topography of the Ear	Ear anatomy and technical terms Explains the principle of body reflection in the ear Presents the system and classification of ear acupuncture
2.2	Projection of the Spine	Projection of the spine onto the ear and assignment of organs according to natural body anatomy Vertical projection of the spine Presents the horizontal projection of the spine (including chest)
2.3	Projection of Organs and the Organ System according to Functional Relationships	Digestion/Elimination: - Digestive organs - Elimination organs Upper and Lower Limbs: - Upper limbs - Lower limbs Rhythmic Systems: - Circulation - Breathing Reflex Zones of the Central and Peripheral Nervous System - Central and peripheral nervous system - Eyes, teeth, ear, throat Endocrine System and Genitals Vegetative Balancing and Psychotropic Points: - Explains position and function of vegetative balancing points and integration into treatment - Explains positions of psychotropic points and integration into treatment Energy and Treatment Lines Explains position, meaning and function of energy and treatment lines and integration into treatment Points in Back of the Ear Special Points and Zones
2.4	Ear Brim Points; Complimentary Acupuncture Points on the Head	Explains position and meaning of ear brim points in whole body acupuncture
3	The Practice of Ear Acupuncture
3.1	Indications, Counter-Indications and Inhibitions to Therapy
3.2	Geometry and Segments of the Ear	Knowledge and application of diagnostic strategies; treatment via the ear
3.3	Tool Kit	Confirms familiarity with and application of tools for ear acupuncture: - The needles - Instruments of diagnosis and point finding - Therapy instruments - Office requirements Listing of basic requirements
3.4	Diagnostics	Explains course and importance of taking a medical history Examination of the ear, explains visual perceptions and their integration into the diagnosis
3.5	Finding Ear Points	Explains the technique of point finding Applying instruments of point finding Explains the auricolo-cardial reflex or Nogier reflex and using it in diagnosis
3.6	Treatment via the Ear	Receiving patients and preparing them for treatment Observing and communicating obstacles or counter-indications to treatment Explains the importance of laterality Explains energy lines and elements of treatment Coping with exceptional situations and emergencies; first aid measures
3.7	The Therapeutic Process	Presents therapeutic procedures and the successful conclusion of therapy
3.8	Treatment Techniques	Practising percutaneous work with needles Shows other techniques depending upon treatment goals: - Describes possibilities and procedure of ear massage - Explains and justifies laser beam use in ear acupuncture - Explains possibilities of electro-acupuncture. Use of electro-acupuncture instruments - Describes and justifies techniques of using warmth for the ear

1. Organisation of Training

Training at the Department of Ear Acupuncture evolves independently or within the Training Centres of the TCM Work Group (Arbeitsgemeinschaft) encompassing 70 tuition-based lessons. Only authorised teachers will be assigned for teaching within the schools and in the Department.

Quality control and organisation of training in ear acupuncture is managed by the Department of Ear Acupuncture who cooperates with the training centres, study groups and other organisations for this purpose.

This training has been designed for medical doctors, healing professionals and students of the training centres. Training is administered on a part-time basis on three weekends and consists of the following course levels: -

• - Basics (Level A)
• - Proficiency (Level B) and
• - Practical Applications (Level C)

Based upon successful participation in all courses, participants will receive a certificate from the Work Group (Arbeitsgemeinschaft) confirming acquisition of theoretical and practical knowledge necessary for the administration of ear acupuncture.