Chinese Medical Theory
Level 5
 
Title of learning programme Chinese Medical Theory Programme
Programme level 5
Duration of learning programme 30 weeks x 10 hours
Total number of learning hours per programme 300*

* Please note that this is only an approximate figure and is dependant upon how much time you can dedicate to your studies and also how well you grasp the learning concepts in the course material. Furthermore, at the end of each module there is a question paper which needs to be completed and returned to your personal tutor.

Structure
 
Module Module Title
1

Introduction
2

Structure of the Body – Part 1
3

The Digestive System
4

Differences Between Eastern & Western Medicines
5

Yin & Yang
6

Chi
7   Five Elements
8   The Yin Vital Body Fluids
9   The Heart as an Organ
10   Kidneys
11   Large Intestine
12   The Liver
13   Lungs
14   Small Intestines & Gall Bladder
15   Spleen
16   Stomach & Bladder
17   Triple Warmer
18   Causes of Disease
19   External Causes of Diseases
20   Other Causes of Diseases
21   Identification of Patterns – General Introduction
22   Chi, Blood and Body Fluids Identification of Patterns
23   Six Channel Pattern Identification of Patterns
24   The Four Examinations - Asking
25   The Four Examinations – Asking Part II
26   Diagnosis – Feeling or Palpitation & Pulse Diagnosis
27   Diagnosis by Feeling – Part II – Pulse Diagnosis Cont.
28   Diagnosis by Feeling – Part III – Pulse Diagnosis Cont.
29   Diagnosis by Looking
30   Tongue Diagnosis
31   Diagnosis by Looking – Face Diagnosis Chief Signs
32   History
33   Background to the Meridians - Part II
34   Vocabulary
35   Spleen Meridian
36   Lung Meridian
37   Liver Meridian
38   Bladder Meridian
39   Pericardium Meridian
40   Extraordinary Vessels – Part I
41   Girdle Vessel – Dai Mai
42   Chakras
43   Auras
44   History of Healing
45   Self-Healing
46   Healing
47   Taoism, Confucianism, The Book of Zhuang Zi & Mencius & Xun Zi
48   Tai Chi & Chi Gong
49   I Ching History & The Trigrams & Hexgrams
50   History & What Acupressure Is
51   History of Reflexology
52   Shiatsu, Tui Na & Chi Gong Massage
53   What is Aromatherapy?
54   Diet & Herbal Medicine
55   Feng Shui
56   Astrology
 

Learning Outcomes
 

Module 1 - Introduction.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1

Introduce a brief history of China and discuss the Chinese system of medicine
LO2   Examine the 5 different areas of China
LO3   Explain the meaning of ‘I Ching’, showing what it is used for
LO4   List the 12 meridians
 

Module 2 - Structure of the Body – Part 1.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1

Discuss the Circulatory, Endocrine, Intergumentary, Muscular, Nervous and Skeletal systems
LO2   Analyse the importance of the endocrine system to our health
LO3   List the purpose of the skin
LO4   Identify which muscles are used for walking
 

Module 3 - The Digestive System.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1

Describe the functions of the following systems:

  • Digestive
  • Lymphatic
  • Reproductive
  • Respiration
  • Urinary
LO2   Analyse the difference between lymph capillaries and blood capillaries
LO3   List the female reproductive organs and summarise their purpose
LO4   Examine the respiratory organs their function role in the breathing process
LO5   Explain how the body excretes waste
 

Module 4 - Differences Between Eastern & Western Medicines.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1

Examine the differences between Eastern and Western Medicine and show how each system views the body
LO2   Discuss the 2 important jobs the liver carries out
LO3   Identify the organs which are connected with fire
LO4   Evaluate the 6 pernicious influences
 

Module 5 - Yin & Yang.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1

Introduce the eight patterns of yin and yang, harmony, origins and connection with the Five Element Theory
LO2   Summarise ways to balance yin and yang
LO3   Discuss the meaning of harmony listing the 3 different types
LO4   Examine the concept behind yin and yang creation
 

Module 6 - Chi.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1

Discuss Chi, its origins, sequences and functions
LO2   Analyse the meaning of ‘chi’
LO3   Identify and list the different sorts of chi
 
Module 7 - Five Elements.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Evaluate the 5 elements and show how they are applied to the dynamics of the body
LO2   Explain what the 5 elements consist of
LO3   Discuss in what way water, bladder and the kidneys are associated
LO4   Identify what a ‘metal’ persons personality would be
 
Module 8 - The Yin Vital Body Fluids.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Identify the different body fluids and give their functions
LO2   Summarise your comprehension of:
  • Jing
  • Shen
  • Jin
  • Ye
LO3   List the zang and fu organs
 
Module 9 - The Heart as an Organ.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Discuss the heart and pericardium showing their purpose
LO2   Explain what function the heart provides
LO3   Identify the location of the heart in the body
LO4   Describe what happens to the body during fluid loss
 
Module 10 - Kidneys.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Examine the kidneys, their situation and function and introduce the organ of water and fire
LO2   Evaluate the reason behind a kidney and liver-yin deficiency
LO3   Discuss the significance of kidneys and show how ears and hair are affected by them
 
Module 11 - Large Intestine.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Introduce the large intestine and its relationship with the lungs
LO2   Describe the position and function of the ileocaecal valve
LO3   Explain the advantages of ‘friendly flora’ in our colons
LO4   Summarise the consequences of heat obstructing the large intestine
LO5   Examine how the lungs and large intestine are related
 
Module 12 - The Liver.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Discuss the liver, its function and the relationship it has with other organs of the body
LO2   Analyse excesses and deficiencies of the liver giving symptoms and treatment
LO3   Describe what happens when the stomach is invaded by the liver
 
Module 13 - Lungs.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Evaluate the lungs, their connection to other organs and give symptoms and treatment for excesses and deficiencies
LO2   Describe the purpose of the Corporeal Soul
LO3   Identify what role the large intestines and lungs play in our bodies
LO4   Summarise the connection between the liver and lungs
 
Module 14 - Small Intestines & Gall Bladder.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Examine the functions of the small intestines and gall bladder and identify deficiencies and excesses
LO2   Discuss your understanding of the workings of small intestine and gall bladder
LO3   Define the meaning of ‘chyme’
LO4   List the purpose of the small intestines according to Chinese views
 
Module 15 - Spleen.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Introduce the western view of the spleen indicating its functions as seen in Chinese Medical Theory and summarise the various patterns of disharmony
LO2   Discuss the process used by the spleen to filter, store and cleanse blood
LO3   Explain how the pancreas came to be included in the meridian of the spleen
LO4   Summarise how the brain is affected by pure-chi
 
Module 16 - Stomach & Bladder.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Discuss the stomach and bladder and state their purpose
LO2   Examine the affects of dampness on the bladder
LO3   Compare pre-heaven chi and post-heaven chi
LO4   State how the bladder, kidneys and small intestine are connected
LO5   Analyse differences and similarities between the stomach and spleen
 
Module 17 - Triple Warmer.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Introduce and discuss the middle, upper and lower warmers
LO2   Describe where the 3 ‘warmers’ are positioned and identify which organs they are made up of
LO3   Evaluate the organs you consider to be the most important
 
Module 18 - Causes of Disease.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Discuss how diseases are influenced by emotions and cause disharmony in the organs
LO2   Describe how worry and pensiveness affect the spleen and stomach
LO3   List the 7 different emotions and explain what affect they have on the organs
LO4   Examine the differences between fear and anxiety
 
Module 19 - External Causes of Diseases.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Examine how the affects of climate cause external diseases of the body
LO2   Discuss how fire and heat differ
LO3   Define the Chinese view on dampness in the body
 
Module 20 - Other Causes of Diseases.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Analyse the instances which are the cause of other types of diseases
LO2   Explain why Chinese medicine is considered safer to use than western
LO3   Discuss Gan, giving its causes and effects
LO4   Summarise 10 different exercise indicating the benefits of each one
 
Module 21 - Identification of Patterns – General Introduction.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Evaluate the various methods used to identify disease patterns
LO2   Define your understanding of ‘Pattern Identification’
LO3   Discuss the following patterns:
  • Heat-pattern
  • Full heat-pattern
  • Empty-heat pattern
LO4   Identify Yang Patterns and the 3 disease types
 
Module 22 - Chi, Blood and Body Fluids Identification of Patterns.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Discuss the patterns which describe the interplay between chi, blood and body fluids
LO2   Compare sinking and stagnant chi
LO3   Identify the 2 varieties of phlegm
LO4   Summarise and compare:
  • Deficiency of blood
  • Stasis of blood
  • Heat in the blood
  • Loss of blood
 
Module 23 - Six Channel Pattern Identification of Patterns.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Explain the six-channel pattern identification system
LO2   Examine the 6 channels in the Identification Pattern
LO3   Compare the 2 jaundice patterns of damp-heat and cold-damp
LO4   Describe the Liver-yang transforming pattern
 
Module 24 - The Four Examinations - Asking.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Examine why asking questions is important in the diagnosis of a patient
LO2   Describe the meaning of ‘blood stasis’, give examples of patterns
LO3   Identify the 4 causes and 6 patterns relating to dizziness
LO4   List 6 patterns that manifest themselves in diarrhoea. Give an explanation of each one
 
Module 25 - The Four Examinations – Asking Part II.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Examine why asking questions is important in the diagnosis of a patient – part II
LO2   Summarise reasons and causes of menstrual block
LO3   Discuss the functions of the lungs and indicate how the nose is connected to them according to Chinese medicine
LO4   Evaluate the Chinese theory of ‘tinnitus’, showing causes and effects
 
Module 26 - Diagnosis – Feeling or Palpitation & Pulse Diagnosis.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Analyse methods of diagnosis by feeling, palpitation and pulse
LO2   Evaluate the following pulses:
  • Sinking
  • Slippery
  • Floating
LO3   Explain how feeling the forehead and hands reflects on a person's health
LO4   Examine the cubit skin, showing where it is situated and the area it covers
 
Module 27 - Diagnosis by Feeling – Part II – Pulse Diagnosis Cont..
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Analyse methods of diagnosis by feeling, palpitation and pulse – part II
LO2   Describe the characteristics of the floating pulse
LO3   Summarise your perception of the ‘empty pulse’
LO4   List the 7 methods of diagnosis and give an explanation of each
LO5   Explain where the name ‘Drum skin’ pulse originated
 
Module 28 - Diagnosis by Feeling – Part III – Pulse Diagnosis Cont..
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Analyse methods of diagnosis by feeling, palpitation and pulse – part III
LO2   Discuss how to diagnose by hearing and smelling
LO3   Describe the 5 organs and sounds from the Nei Jing
LO4   Explain how listening to a cough can help a practitioner make a diagnosis
 
Module 29 - Diagnosis by Looking.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Explain how studying the body of a patient can provide clues of a disease
LO2   List the 5 elements and identify their related colour and organs
LO3   Describe the 5 colours showing your understanding of a main colour and a ‘guest colour’
LO4   Summarise the aim of Pattern Identification
 
Module 30 - Tongue Diagnosis.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Identify how tongue diagnosis is used by practitioners to gain an insight into a patient’s condition
LO2   Describe different methods of studying the tongue
LO3   Analyse your perception of ‘The History of Tongue Diagnosis’
 
Module 31 - Diagnosis by Looking – Face Diagnosis Chief Signs.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Discuss the principle aspects of the face which aid in prognosis and compile a chart of tongue diagnosis
LO2   Explain what occurs as a result of:
  • Blood deficiency of the hair
  • Kidney-essence declining
  • Kidney depletion pattern
LO3   Identify the organ which has the mouth as its orifice and summarise its principle function
LO4   Discuss the contrast of Spirit thriving and Spirit withered and dry
 
Module 32 - History.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Examine the history of acupuncture and how it is used on the meridians
LO2   Analyse the theory behind acupuncture
LO3   List the 12 meridians and 2 vessels indicating the amount of acupoints for each one
LO4   Describe 5 materials that were initially used as needles
 
Module 33 - Background to the Meridians - Part II.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Introduce the various channels that exist between the meridians and discuss their functions
LO2   Identify and list all the accumulation points
LO3   Summarise how the Meridian Massage is carried out
LO4   List the Back Transporting Points and give an explanation of each
 
Module 34 - Vocabulary.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Analyse the heart meridian and small intestine meridian indicating their acupoints
LO2   Discuss the under mentioned as defined by western medicine:
  • Haemoglobin
  • Oxygen
  • Oxyhaemoglobin
  • Carbon dioxide
  • Hormone
LO3   Describe the 3 major parts of the small intestine as seed by western medicine
LO4   Identify where the 3 branches of the Heart Meridian start and finish
 
Module 35 - Spleen Meridian.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Identify the acupoints of the spleen and stomach meridians
LO2   Evaluate the points which should not to be used during pregnancy, and explain why
LO3   Introduce the acupoint which is beneficial in treating external hernias, urinary problems, abdominal discomfort, bloating and impotency
LO4   Define the number of acupuncture points located in the surface Stomach Meridian
 
Module 36 - Lung Meridian.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Examine the lung meridian and large intestines acupoints
LO2   Discuss:
  • Respiration
  • Breathing
  • Internal respiration
LO3   Evaluate the process of inhalation and summarise how air enters the lungs
LO4   Identify the entry point of the Corporeal Soul
 
Module 37 - Liver Meridian.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Introduce and describe the liver and gall bladder acupoints
LO2   Describe the location of St7 and GB3
LO3   Evaluate the chief uses of the liver as in accordance with the CMT
LO4   Discuss the wood element including all salient points
 
Module 38 - Bladder Meridian.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Define the acupuncture points on the surface pathway of the Bladder and Kidney Meridians
LO2   Identify the location of the Achilles tendon. Draw a diagram to substantiate your answer
LO3   Discuss how the liver and kidney are related, according to CMT
LO4   Explain the meaning of ZHI
 
Module 39 - Pericardium Meridian.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Identify the route of the Pericardium Meridian and acupuncture points in the surface pathway of the Triple-Warmer Meridian
LO2   Evaluate the function of the 3 warmers
LO3   Summarise the connection of the pericardium to the triple-warmer in relation to the five-elements
 
Module 40 - Extraordinary Vessels – Part I.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Introduce the Conception and Governing Vessels giving their functions
LO2   List the various names applied to the Extraordinary Channels/vessels
LO3   Examine the 5 ancestral organs
LO4   Summarise how the Triple-warmer’s function, the Gate of Vitality and GV4 are related
 
Module 41 - Girdle Vessel – Dai Mai.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 List the extra points not covered on the meridians and vessels and summarise the following:
  • Girdle vessels
  • Penetrating vessels
  • Yin and Yang Linking vessels
  • Yin and Yang Heel vessels
LO2   Explain how the Girdle Vessel, gall bladder and kidneys are connected
LO3   Summarise how Yin and Yang link meridians and channels together
LO4   Define the purpose of the extra points on the tips of each finger and toe
 
Module 42 - Chakras.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Discuss the various Chakras and summarise their purpose
LO2   Examine which chakra has a 4 leafed lotus as its symbol and describe the Gods they hold in their hands
LO3   Summarise the story of the kundalini
 
Module 43 - Auras.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Summarise your understanding of auras, their different layers and list the major colours found in the human aura
LO2   Describe which 3 colours are used for protection and give your reasons
LO3   Explain how a personality is developed
LO4   Define the significance of blue, green, orange, red and yellow in the auras
 
Module 44 - History of Healing.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Evaluate the chronological order of the History of Healing
LO2   Analyse how the brain gives an insight into healing on the mental plane and summarise the affects of stress
LO3   List 4 types of brainwaves and their associated CPS
LO4   Define the 6 forces of energy
LO5   Summarise how the body reacts to stress
 
Module 45 - Self-Healing.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Introduce and discuss the different aspects of self-healing
LO2   Examine the emotion ‘anger’ discuss if it is a good or bad trait
LO3   Identify the point at which healing occurs in our lives
LO4   Describe the 7 places located on the path to inner peace
 
Module 46 - Healing.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Explain healing energy and its sources, and summarise the role mind and body play in healing
LO2   Examine the seven stages of healing and the various healing procedures used
LO3   Identify the 8 attributes of a healer
LO4   Analyse why some people enjoy ill health
 
Module 47 - Taoism, Confucianism, The Book of Zhuang Zi & Mencius & Xun Zi.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Discuss oriental religions as applied to the early Chinese way of life
LO2   Summarise the contents of the following books written by Confucius:
  • Book of Odes and Springs and Autumns
LO3   Evaluate the 5 basic relationships between people
LO4   Examine the meaning of the word ‘spirituality’
 
Module 48 - Tai Chi & Chi Gong.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Introduce the history, beliefs and influences of Tai Chi and Chi Gong
LO2   Compare Yoga and Chi gong
LO3   Discuss the principle beliefs of Confucianism
 
Module 49 - I Ching History & The Trigrams & Hexgrams.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Examine the origins of I Ching and summarise the meaning of numbers, trigrams and hexagons
LO2   Discuss the meaning of I Ching
LO3   Define how the sky can be described as arrogant, proud and challenging
 
Module 50 - History & What Acupressure Is.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Discuss acupressure and its origins
LO2   Summarise how acupressure operates
LO3   Identify the 4 principle sections of Chinese medicine, with an explanation of each
LO4   Examine the importance of deep-breathing
 
Module 51 - History of Reflexology.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Explain the concept of Reflexology and summarise the anatomy of the foot
LO2   Describe the role reflexology plays in keeping us healthy
LO3   Discuss the anatomy of the foot
LO4   Show the relationship between autonomic reflexes and electrical impulses in the feet
 
Module 52 - Shiatsu, Tui Na & Chi Gong Massage.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Introduce and compare the Shiatsu, Tui Na and Qigong massage techniques
LO2   Examine the meaning and composition of ‘shiatsu’
LO3   Describe the 3 principle parts of the body
LO4   Analyse the advantages of Tui Na
 
Module 53 - What is Aromatherapy?.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Summarise your understanding of aromatherapy, its benefits and the affect is has on the Chakras
LO2   Identify the different methods of distillation and examine the carrier oils
LO3   Explain why it is important not to ingest essential oils
LO4   Describe the enfleurage method of distillation, with diagram
 
Module 54 - Diet & Herbal Medicine.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Analyse the importance of diet, general rules for eating and list foods that are useful to our bodies
LO2   List 10 reasons for eating in a healthy manner
LO3   Summarise 3 fruit and vegetables you consider useful in a diet
 
Module 55 - Feng Shui.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Examine the art of Feng Shui and show how it impacts on our home and environment
LO2   State the literal translation of feng shui
LO3   Describe how you would utilise the Pa Kua
LO4   Identify which shape of house attracts good feng shui
 
Module 56 - Astrology.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Discuss the role Astrology plays in the Chinese calendar and the significance of animals
LO2   Introduce and summarise the sixty-year cycle
LO3   Describe the attributes of the following:
  • Rabbit
  • Snake
  • Goat
  • Monkey
  • Rooster

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