FastTrack Ear Acupuncture

Cost:
With Full Equipment kit: £215 (1 x boxes of short needles, 1 sharps box, swabs, tray, ear pellets, press needles, ASP Needles, tweezers, probe)
With Equipment Kit for Existing Acupuncturists: £209 (ear magnets, press needles, ASP Needles, tweezers, probe)
Without Kit: £195
Optional £49 fee to upgrade to a diploma via case studies verified by an independent external examiner.

Duration:
This is a 1 day course running from 9:45am to 5pm.

This is a full auricular acupuncture course teaching both musculoskeletal, systematic points and key points for specific client issues. The course teaches you the knowledge and skills to perform ear acupuncture with various types of needles and non-needle alternatives.
You need not have any prior knowledge of Acupuncture and the course consists of theory, diagnostics and practical hands on application learning auricular (ear) acupuncture using the equipment provided on the day.
There is a full equipment kit as an option, including high quality auricular needles, ear magnets, press needles, hospital grade wipes, metal tray, tweezers, probe and sharps box (RRP £42). The other optional kit, designed for existing Acupuncturists includes ear magnets, ear needles, tweezers and probe (RRP £15)
This course covers various types of auricular needling techniques, accurate location of BOTH Chinese and European ear acupuncture systems, musculoskeletal AND systematic points as well as specialist points for specific conditions.
We have discussions on uses of magnets, seeds, and other alternative treatment methods to needles and provide many standard and specific protocols for various common issues from clinical trials and studies. We discuss in depth anatomy of the ear and key landmarks for finding points and locations quickly and accurately.
Practical needle demonstrations are included, followed by marking up on live ears to check locations prior to needling.
We also give our special “1,2,3” steps to designing a powerful treatment affecting multiple systems and areas.
Assessment is by observation of students performing the therapy during the practical sessions to establish safe practice. Each student must be observed practising correct, safe, protocol in order to be deemed safe to practice and gain a full certificate. (equates to 6 hours CPD).
Optional Diploma Available (equates to 26 hours CPD).

A history of Auricular Acupuncture
What is it?
Anatomy of the ear
How does it work?
Landmarks and Master points
Morphology and layout of the ear points
Musculoskeletal and internal organ points
European and Chinese Points
Issues and applications
Diagnostics
Clinical Application
Contraindications and complications
Types of needle
Treatment protocols and plans
Other treatment methods
Clinical Protocol
Diagnosis practical
Post treatment care
Consent forms
Patient records
Legal responsibilities
Practical demonstrations
Student practice of standard techniques and protocols using standard acupuncture needles and press needles

Ear acupuncture is a versatile and accessible therapeutic technique that offers powerful support for a wide range of physical and emotional conditions, including stress, anxiety, pain, and addiction. This fast-track course provides a focused and practical introduction, ideal for practitioners who want to start using ear acupuncture quickly and safely in their clinical work.  It is aimed primarily at practicing acupuncturists as a CPD, or a reminder for those who already do Auricular Acupuncture and need a refresher, but it’s also a good way to “test” whether you want to actually practice acupuncture, before you commit to a full course, or used as an adjunctive therapy for other practitioners.  This course has been attended, in the past, by people wanting to help their family members by being able to do acupuncture at home for a sick loved one.

Designed for efficiency without compromising depth, the course covers essential theory, point location, safety protocols, and practical application. You’ll learn how to integrate auricular acupuncture confidently into your existing practice or use it as a standalone treatment.

Whether you’re a complementary therapist, acupuncturist, or working in a supportive health role, this course is a valuable opportunity to expand your toolkit with a highly effective and easy-to-administer modality.

You must be 18 years or older and understand spoken and written English.
You must consent to giving and receiving acupuncture therapy.