To sign up for Clinical Observation
Please read our code of conduct and participant expectations before sending an inquiry with desired dates of observation. Clinic Observers Information
As part of our mission to raise the bar of Chinese medicine by bringing classical theory to life, we are pleased to offer clinical training in our not-for-profit teaching focused clinic. While seminar training is incredibly important, watching Chinese medicine in practice on real patients with serious conditions is critical. Clinical training hours have been approved by the California Acupuncture Board and the NCCAOM.
Traditionally, a student would spend years assisting and interning with an experienced practitioner before going out on their own, yet today most practitioners graduate from school without significant training under highly skilled practitioners. This greatly affects the results of our treatments and reputation of our field. We hope you join us to change this trend and see what is possible when Chinese medicine is done well.
Observation / Immersion Programs
Licensed practitioners who are interested to see the style of Chinese medicine taught and practiced at The Alternative Clinic may choose from a short term or longer term training program. For those who have completed an ATS training program, observing in the clinic will bring to life the seminar material and provide a better integration of theory. Payment is due in full prior to beginning clinical hours. Once hours are booked, payments are not refundable for any reason. Licensed Practitioners Only.
Application Process
To sign up for a short term clinical observation, please send your requested dates of participation by e-mail with a brief introduction of yourself. Once dates are confirmed, payment is required in full to hold your space and is not refundable.
For those who have already completed at least one week-long observation, joining us for an 8 week immersion program will deepen your understanding and allow one to see case progression over an extended period of treatment. Please send a letter of interest with requested dates of contiguous study. Applications are considered based on clinic and practitioner availability, treatment schedule and previous performance in our clinic.
One Week Observation: $750
- Monday through Thursday 9-5 observation and discussion on cases
- Friday 9-12 am private lectures and farm tour
- This one week observation program provides the attendee with continuing education credit from the NCCAOM & California Acupuncture Board.
Long Term Observation $4500
- Monday through Thursday 9-5 observation and discussion on cases in the clinic
- 4 Private lectures, Q&A sessions, farm tour or hands on experiences with Andrew and JulieAnn every other Friday (season and weather permitting).
- This eight week contiguous immersion provides the attendee with 256 hours of continuing education credit from the California Acupuncture Board. Please note: The NCCAOM will only accept a maximum of 10 hours of clinical training toward relicensure requirements.
