The Academy of Chinese Culture

and Health Sciences

Tui Na Massage Therapy Program
Catalog

ACCHS
Tui Na Massage Therapy Certificate Program
Catalog

Academy of Chinese Culture and Health Sciences

1601 Clay Street, Oakland, CA. 94612
Office: (510) 763-7787 Clinic: (510) 763-1299 FAX: (510) 834-8646
Website: http://www.acchs.edu E-mail: info@acchs.edu

Catalog Contents
Presidents Message
Approval and Disclosure Statement
Board of Directors and Administration
Statement of Purpose
Tui Na Educational Objectives
Location and Facilities
Admissions Statement
Admissions Requirements
Completion Requirements
Post-Certification Training
Placement
Tui Na Curriculum
Practical Training
Financial Information (Fees and Expenses)
East Bay Works Training Program
Faculty
Course Numbers and Descriptions
Directions to ACCHS

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Presidents Message
The principle underlying the formation of the Academy of Chinese
Culture and Health Sciences is the Tao of nature, the theory of YinYang and the principles of oneness of the universal, earth, and human
being, the deepest meaning of classical Chinese culture. Because the
United States of America was formed by uniting people from a variety of
cultures into a multifaceted society, we have the opportunity to select
from among diverse cultural heritages and medical knowledge, from
the essence of treasured knowledge. Such knowledge, when combined
with modern developments, constitutes the major course of study of the
Academy. Thus, the program offered is part medical and part cultural.
Medical knowledge exists in order to relieve the sufferings of humanity,
whether physical, mental, or spiritual. While the Academys principle
purpose is to enable students to obtain a license to practice, it does
not stop there. The curriculum encourages the philosophy that through
the healing of oneself one can understand how to heal others. The
emphasis is on cultivation of the intellect and the comprehension of
human nature.
In the long river of cultural development of the Chinese civilization,
medical science stands out as a bright and shining pearl. It embodies
the rich experience and discipline developed by a people more than one
billion in number, existing on a piece of the planet nine million square
miles in area, and represents more than five thousand years of struggle
against disease and suffering. Placing this knowledge in the context
of the United States -- the foremost leader in modern science and
technology enables us to continue moving forward towards a bright
future. Our aim is to pursue, through the medium of medical learning,
the goal of an ideal society and civilization, and to make a significant
contribution toward the development and prosperity of mankind.
Respectfully,

Wei Tsuei, OMD

President


Approval and Disclosure Statement

As of December 11, 1990, the Academy of Chinese Culture and Health
Sciences (ACCHS), 1601 Clay Street, Oakland, California, 94612, was
granted full institutional approval as a California Degree-Granting
Institution. The approved degree program is the Master of Science in
Traditional Chinese Medicine.
As of December 10, 2003, ACCHS was granted full institutional approval
to offer the Tui Na Massage Therapy Certificate Program.
Persons seeking to resolve problems or complaints should utilize the
grievance procedure as presented in this catalog. The DCA (Department
of Consumer Affairs), Consumer Information Division, located at 1625 N.
Market Blvd. Suite N 112, Sacramento, CA 95834-1924; (916) 952-5210,
provides its own process for extra-institutional review of complaints.
The Academy is a Not-For-Profit California Public Benefit Corporation
and has been granted tax exempt status under 501(c)(3) of the U.S.
Internal Revenue Code of 1954.
This catalog outlines curriculum requirements, faculty information and
course descriptions as per the effective date of issuance. The materials
presented herein constitute the rules and regulations of the Academy
and are intended to be accurate, complete, and binding. However, the
Academy reserves the right to update or change any or all of these
regulations to meet with all of the above accreditation requirements
and/or the Academys changing conditions. In the event of any change,
written notice will be given, and such notice will post as an addendum to
the catalog. All information in this school catalog is current and correct
and is so certified as true by Wei Tsuei, President.

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Board of Directors and Administration

Joseph P. Ku, Ph.D., Chairman
Wei Tsuei, L.Ac., President
Yen Wei Choong, MSTCM, L.Ac.,
Hwei-Jung Hsu, M.D.
Tung-Chia Wong, Ed.D., Benjamin Liu, M.A.
Linda Mann, M.A.,Treasurer and Secretary

Tou, Phillip, M.S., Vice President

Woodley, Stephen, MSTCM, L.Ac., Dean of Academic Affairs
Zhang, Jane Miaozhen, B.A., Dean of Administration
Pamouansith, Nah. B.S. Admissions & English Program Administrator
Chen, Sophia, B.S., Chinese Program Administrator
Nguon, Long Tao, Tui Na Certificate Program Administrator
Dang, Jessica, Registrar
Bella, Andres, M.A., DIR, Financial Aid Administrator
Yu, Mandy, Accountant
Tsuei, Jack, Operations Manager
Li, Ling Yang, Library Manager

Statement of Purpose
The Academy of Chinese Culture and Health Sciences was established
in 1982 as a non-profit institution offering a professional education in
traditional Chinese medicine and Tui Na bodywork within the context of
Chinese culture.

Tui Na Educational Objectives

Tui Na promotes and re-establishes health, and it restores injured
tissues. Some treatment protocols require major Tui Na focus to attack
the root of the pain, move blood stasis, and fight off disease. Tui Na
practitioners seek to treat, not massage; because Tui Na is beyond
producing just a relaxed result as in a regular massage session.
The Academy offers a 500, 300, and 200-hour Tui Na Massage Therapy
Certificate Program. This special program focuses on the integration of
Western massage and Oriental Acupressure therapies and techniques.
The Academy wants to encourage the use of alternative medicine to
inspire pharmaceutical-free health awareness.
At the time of gradation,
The student will be able to practice massage therapy consistent
with the techniques related to Chinese medicine.
The student will be able to practice interpersonal skills while
following ethical client/therapist relations as applied to Tui Na.
The student will be able to understand the applications of Tui Na as
they are related to physiology, anatomy, and pathology of the body,
understanding adjunct therapy, modality theory, and technique.
The student will be fully prepared for the upcoming California
state-level massage certification exam.

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Location and Facilities

The Academy of Chinese Culture and Health Sciences is located in
vibrant Oakland, California, just across the bay from San Francisco. The
Academy campus is near Oaklands City Center, and is easily accessed
by the Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) public transportation system. It
is within two blocks of federal, state, and city government buildings,
within a few blocks of Oaklands growing Chinatown community, which
has an abundance of restaurants, shops, and herbal pharmacies.
Also within walking distance are bookstores, copy shops, cafes, and
many businesses, which represent Oaklands rich ethnic diversity. The
Academy is also just five miles from the University of California at
Berkeley, a major Western academic resource, and is a few blocks from
the main branch of the Oakland Public Library.

Admissions Statement
The Academy is committed to a policy of equal opportunity. Admission
is open to all qualified applicants. Equal educational opportunities will
be provided to all persons, regardless of race, religion, gender, national
origin, marital status, sexual preference, age, or physical handicap.
Candidates for admission are considered in the order in which they are
completed.

Admissions Requirements
Students who are 18-years-old and older who are in good health are
eligible to apply for the Tui Na Massage Therapy Program. No special
educational background is required, only a successful physical and health
exam result. To enroll in English classes, applicants must demonstrate
proficient language communication skills, (an interview may be required
for non-english speaking applicants). Applications must include:

Application form

Updated resume

Two passport-sized photographs

Health exam results

Class sizes are limited to 20 students per program.

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Completion Requirements
In order to pass the Tui Na program successfully, the student must:
Pass all courses related to the Tui Na Massage Therapy Certificate
program.
Have a good understanding of the concepts, modalities and
techniques related to Tui Na massage therapy.
Possess an independent ability to practice Tui Na massage
techniques and therapies to patients and clients.

Post-Certification Training
Upon completion of the Tui Na Certificate Program, graduates who
are interested in pursuing the Master of Science in Traditional Chinese
Medicine may wish to contact the ACCHS MSTCM Admissions office for
program eligibility and requirements.

Placement
The Academy posts notices of known job openings on a centrally
located bulletin board and refers students to successful alumni and
practitioners; though ACCHS offers no guarantee of employment.

Tui Na Curriculum
Course Name

Course No.

Fundamental Anatomy & Physiology (AP)

Meridians and Acupoints (MA)
Fundamental TCM Theory & Diagnosis (TD)
Medical Chinese Conversation (MC)
Qi Gong & Taiji (QT)
Essentials of Tui Na Techniques (TT)
Ethics & Practice Management (EM)

T1
T2
T3
T4
T5
T6
T7
Total

Clinical Practice (CP)

T8
Treatments of Common Ailments (CA)
T9
Advanced Diagnosis and Treatment (DT)
T10

Total
Internal Organ Tui Na (IO)
Facial Massage
Foot Reflexology (FR)
Oil Shiatsu (OS)
Chair Massage (DT)

T11
T12
T13
T14
T15
Total

Hours
40
30
30
15
30
45
10
200
120
30
50
300
20
20
25
20
20
500

Practical Training
Students undergoing the practical training portion of the program are
encouraged to invite friends and family to the Tui Na clinic for treatment
at a cost of only $10 per visit.
During the practical training portion of the curriculum, students will
apply Tui Na theories and practice acquired techniques and skills on
patients from the community. Experienced practitioners and ACCHS
instructors supervise performed treatments.

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Financial Information (Fees and Expenses)

500 hours Tui Na program tuition:
Registration fee:

$4,000
$60

Total:

$4,060

300 hours Tui Na program tuition:

Registration fee:

$3,000
$60

Total:

$3,060

200 hours Tui Na program tuition:

Registration fee:

$2,000
$60

Total:

$2,060

Drop fee:
Tuition installment interest (annual):
Late installment payment fee:

$30/form
10%
$30

Students should be prepared to pay all tuition and fees at the time of
registration. All checks must be made payable to ACCHS. Low-interest
installment agreements are available to students experiencing financial
difficulties. The down payment is one third (1/3) of the total amount.
Students who do not pay in full or who do not complete their installment
contracts are ineligible to graduate or receive transcripts of academic
credit. Students will be charged $30 for each late installment and the
monthly interest is based on 10% annual interest. The processing fee for
each returned check is $20.

East Bay Works Training Program

The Academys Tui Na Certificate Program has been placed on Californias
Eligible Training Provider List (ETPL). If you are currently unemployed and
have signed up with East Bay Works training program, you may consider
applying funds from your Individual Training Account (ITA). Contact the
Oakland PIC or East Bay Works in your area for more information.
Program: Tui Na Massage Therapy
Program Code: 513502120101
You may view the program at http://etpl.edd.ca.gov/wiaetpltp.asp
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Faculty
NICK COLLINS, L.Ac, Dipl OM, MSTCM
Nicholas Collins currently practices Acupuncture and Tui Na (Chinese
Therapeutic Massage) in Oakland and Berkeley. A one time graduate
of the Academy of Chinese Culture and Health Sciences, Nicholas has
returned to teach Anatomy, Physiology, and Tui Na in the Acupuncture
and Tui Na program.
KAREN LEGAULT
Karen LeGault has been practicing Tai Chi Chuan since 1981. She studied
with Wei Tsuei over a 16-year period and learned push hands with Guo
An Feng for 3 years. Interested in the health and healing of the spirit
as well as the body, she studied Chinese Herbology at the Institute of
Chinese Herbology in Oakland (1989 to 1990) and has been a practicing
intuitive counselor since 1985, (graduate of the Berkeley Psychic
Institute). She has taught privately and publicly, having logged over
8,000 hours of instruction time.
HOLLY PEARSON, L.Ac, MSTCM
A licensed acupuncturist since 1985, Ms. Pearson received her Masters
Degree in Chinese Medicine at ACCHS in Oakland. She is a Certified
Internal Organ Qi massage (Chi Nei Tsang) instructor and is experienced
in many styles of bodywork, including Swedish Esalen, Shiatsu, Trager
training, and Neo-Reichian techniques. She has been teaching Taoist
Meditation for 16 years.
HONGJI HU
Mr. Hu completed physical education in Shandong, China. He continued
his PE in Wichita State University. Currently he is a training instructor
for new massage therapists in Walnut Creek Wellness Center. Mr.
Hu is specializing in deep tissue massage, shiatsu massage and sport
massage. He also is a marketing planner organization bodywork trade
shows around the United States.
TERESA NG
Teresa Ng, M.S., L.Ac. has a Master of Science in traditional Chinese
medicine and is licensed by the State of California. Teresa had the
privilege to work and learn from the famous 93-year-old Chinese
Medicine Master, Dr. Bing Yan Li, before her retirement; Dr. Li specialized
in womens health problems. She is being recognized by China in the
Famous People Record as one of the top 300 knowledgeable Chinese
medicine doctors.
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RONG RONG YE
A certified senior massage therapist, Mr. Ye graduated from Nanjing
Zhongshan Tui Na Massage Institute in China and worked as the resident
instructor for Tui Na program. He has continued to develop his massage
instruction in the United States since 1996. Mr. Ye is specializing in pain
therapy, affluent in TCM preventive bodywork, aroma massage, oriental
classical massage, hot stone, chair massage and foot reflexology.
ADAM SHAPIRO, L.Ac, Dipl. OM, MSTCM
Adam Shapiro is a Tui Na program instructor at ACCHS, a Health Services
provider for Laney College, and an assistant Instructor at Rubbo Internal
Arts in San Rafael. Mr. Shapiro is both a State and Nationally certified
acupuncturist. In addition, he is certified by the National Board of
Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork. He maintains a private practice in
Marin County, while also offering on-site services at various retirement
communities and for Laney College in Oakland.
STEVEN SETO B.A.
Mr. Seto is a professional internal martial artist and body worker with
over 10 years experience in Chi Gung and Nei Gung. Over the years he
has trained in various martial arts practices, including, Wu Style, Yang
Style, Chen Style Tai Chi, Wing Chun, Gao Style Bagua, Aikido, and
Visayan Eskrima.
ERINN TERRY, MSTCM, L.Ac, LMT
Erinn Terry received her Master of Science degree in TCM from ACCHS
in 2004 and became a California State Board licensed acupuncturist and
a NCCAOM certified Diplomate in Oriental Medicine. Ms. Terry has a
practice in San Francisco specializing in musculoskeletal imbalances,
TMJD, stress-management, and acudetox. She integrates acupuncture
with Reiki and orthopedic bodywork. A life-long student of many
interests, she remains active as an instructor of Tui Na and as a
volunteer acupuncturist & Chinese herbalist at the Charlotte Maxwell
Complementary Clinic.
ANPING XIE, B.M., MSTCM, L.Ac.
Anping Xie has a B.M. in Western Medicine from the Suzhou Medical
College in Suzhou, PRC, 1976. He earned his MSTCM from UEWM in
2002. Currently, he is Tui Na instructor and Tui Na clinic supervisor at
ACCHS. He practices acupuncture and therapeutic massage at a Western
clinic in Walnut Creek, CA. He also has a private clinical practice in San
Francisco, CA.
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JANE ZHANG
After she graduated from Fudan University, she taught English and
Chinese for 28 years. In China, she served as associate professor, headed
4 departments, and worked as a TV instructor at Shanghai TV University.
Also, she worked as deputy secretary-general of Shanghai Association
of Foreign Language Education for Adults, with many publications on
language teaching.

Course Numbers and Descriptions

Fundamental Anatomy & Physiology (T1/40hrs): The course will give
an overview of basis structure, including skeletal, muscular, nervous,
circulatory, immune, respiratory, digestive, endocrine and reproductive
systems. The course will give an overview of normal function as well as
selected dysfunction of cells, tissues, and systems for in-depth study of
both health and disease.
Meridians & Acupoints (T2/30hrs): The course introduces the basic
knowledge of meridians theory, as it applies to the practice of Asian
Bodywork/Tui Na. The course focuses on the study of meridians methods,
of locating acupressure points, the study of Du & Ren meridians, and
the twelve major meridians. It also teaches the therapeutic functions of
the major acupoints throughout the body.
Fundamental TCM Theory & Diagnosis (T3/30hrs): The course will
introduce fundamental theoretical concepts of Traditional Chinese
Medicine as well as the four methods of diagnosis inspection,
auscultation, olfaction, inquiry and pulse. Differential diagnosis based
on the eight principles, pathogenic conditions, six channels, triple
warmer, Qi, blood, and body fluids, etc.
Medical Chinese Conversation (T4/15hrs): This course familiarizes
students with the pronunciation of the Chinese language with an
emphsis on terms commonly encountered in a traditional Tui Na medical
practice.
Qi Gong & Tai Ji (T5/30hrs): This course is an introduction to the physical
practice of Tai Ji Chuan, enabling students to learn the energy channels
of the body through the unification of mind, breath, and action.
Students can learn several foundational stretching techniques and the
basic postures of this short Tai Ji form.
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Essentials of Tui Na Techniques (T6/45hrs): This course provides a

hands-on learning of the essential techniques of Tui Na massage and
will include corrective exercises and Qi Gong as well.
Ethics and Practice Management (T7/10hrs): This course is designed to
give students, both American and Chinese, essential medical ethics and
state laws. The course also introduces the basic knowledge of practice
management, including how to build up and develop an office, billing
system, insurance information, professional liability, record keeping,
etc.
Clinical Practice (T8/120hrs.): The clinical portion of Tui Na program is
devoted to the case studies in a clinical setting. Students will perform
patients treatment under direct supervision of Tui Na masters and
instructors. Students will learn how to interview, intake, diagnosis and
practicing treatment with Tui Na massage techniques.
Treatments of Common Ailments (T9/30hrs.): This course will provide
an overview of treatments for common ailments. We will consider each
major section of the body and all major articulations. We will focus
on treatment of pain from trauma, chronic postural misalignment, with
structural integration techniques. All material will be hands on with no
texts or handouts. Students are expected to stay focused and attentive
and practice techniques outside of class weekly.
Advanced Diagnosis and Treatment (T10/50hrs.): This course will
provide students with the opportunity for hands-on experience in
treating a variety of conditions including treatment of the head, trunk,
upper limps, lower back, hips, and lower limps, as well as the energy
meridians and internal diseases. Students will be able to refine the
previously learned Tui Na Techniques and develop the use of their
internal energy for healing.
Internal Organ Tui Na (T11/20hrs.): Students participate in a practical,
cross-sectional survey of three Asian Healing Arts: Chi Nei Tsang,
Japanese Hara diagnosis, and Mu points massage. All involve palpation
and massage of the abdomen and internal organs: Students complete
the class with enough hands-on practice to give basic abdominal
treatments.

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Facial Massage (T12/20hrs.): The instructor will share this gentle

massage technique allowing students to master the skill for good
skin-care for men and women, to maintain healthy and youthful skin.
Students also can use this technique on face to treat several facial
disorders and internal imbalance.
Foot Reflexology (T13/25hrs): This unique Chinese method teaches you
the technique of massage on parts of the feet, with foal to manipulate
the areas on the foot, to regulate the function of internal organs. The
benefit of pressure on the reflex zones is to be able to relieve stress and
pain, and achieve the effect of body healing.
Oil Shiatsu (T14/20hrs): Shiatsu is based on a system of points on the
body called meridians. You will learn several different techniques used
in this modality including: pressure pint work, assisted stretching and
movement. It can be relaxing and rejunevating, help with general health
and well beings, and be used for injury treatment.
Chair Massage (T15/20hrs): This course gives you information on how
to start a successful massage therapy practice, all based on seated
massage. Chair massage is convenient, popular in palce of business
and shopping malls. You will learn several techniques to alleviate your
client[s pain, and to booset their energy.

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Directions to ACCHS
Public Transportation, BART and AC Transit:
From San Francisco - Board either the Pittsburg/Baypoint or Richmond
trains and exit the train at the 12th Street/City Center station in Oakland.
Follow the street level exit signs that say Frank Ogawa Plaza and/or City
Hall. Walk north through the plaza until you arrive at 16th Street. Turn
left and walk one block to 16th and Clay. The ACCHS facility is located at
1601 Clay Street, on the corner of 16th and Clay Streets.
From Fremont - Board the Richmond train and exit the train at the 12th
Street/City Center station in Oakland. Follow the street level exit signs
that say Frank Ogawa Plaza and/or City Hall. Walk north through the
plaza until you arrive at 16th Street. Turn left and walk one block to 16th
and Clay. The ACCHS facility is located at 1601 Clay Street, on the corner
of 16th and Clay Street.
From Richmond or Pittsburg - Board the Fremont or San Francisco train
and exit the train at the 12th Street/City Center station. Follow the street
level exit signs that say Frank Ogawa Plaza and/or City Hall. Walk north
through the plaza until you arrive at 16th Street. Turn left and walk one
block to 16th and Clay. The ACCHS facility is located at 1601 Clay Street,
on the corner of 16th and Clay Streets.
On AC Transit, the 72, 72M, and 72R will take you along Broadway. Exit
the bus at 12th Street and Broadway. Walk north through Frank Ogawa
Plaza until you arrive at 16th Street. Turn left and walk one block to 16th
and Clay. The ACCHS facility is located at 1601 Clay Street, on the corner
of 16th and Clay Streets.

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By Car:
From San Francisco and the Peninsula - Take Highway 101 or Interstate
80 towards Oakland and the Bay Bridge. After crossing the Bay Bridge,
take Interstate 580 towards Hayward/Stockton. Take Interstate 980
towards downtown Oakland and exit the 14th - 18th Street Exit. Turn
left on 17th Street and proceed forward several blocks. Turn right on
Clay Street. Park anywhere along Clay, 16th and 17th Street. The ACCHS
facility is located at 1601 Clay Street, on the corner of 16th and Clay
Streets.
From Marin County - Take Highway 101 to the Richmond/Oakland
Bridge. Continue on Interstate 80/580 East towards Hayward/Stockton/
Oakland. Take Interstate 980 towards downtown Oakland and exit the
14th - 18th Street Exit. Turn left on 17th Street and proceed forward
several blocks. Turn right on Clay Street. Park anywhere along Clay, 16th
and 17th Street. The ACCHS facility is located at 1601 Clay Street, on the
corner of 16th and Clay Streets.
From Fremont - Take Interstate 880 North towards Oakland. Take the
Broadway exit and turn right onto Broadway. Turn left onto 10th Street
and proceed forward until Clay Street. Turn right onto Clay Street and
continue until you arrive at 16th and Clay Streets. Park anywhere along
Clay, 16th and 17th Street. The ACCHS facility is located at 1601 Clay
Street, on the corner of 16th and Clay Streets.
From Richmond - Take Interstate 80/580 East towards Hayward/
Stockton/Oakland. Take Interstate 980 towards downtown Oakland and
exit the 14th - 18th Street Exit. Turn left on 17th Street and proceed
forward several blocks. Turn right on Clay Street. Park anywhere along
Clay, 16th and 17th Street. The ACCHS facility is located at 1601 Clay
Street, on the corner of 16th and Clay Streets.
From Contra Costa County - Take CA- 24 West towards Oakland.
Continue onto Interstate 980 towards downtown Oakland and exit the
14th - 18th Street Exit. Turn left on 17th Street and proceed forward
several blocks. Turn right on Clay Street. Park anywhere along Clay, 16th
and 17th Street. The ACCHS facility is located at 1601 Clay Street, on
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