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Basics of Traditional Chinese Medicine (Online Self-Learning)

About

This online course allows you to learn the basics of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) at your own time and pace. It covers the key concepts and the various treatment methods used in TCM. It also equips learners with essential tips for health cultivation.

Course Details

Course duration: 190 minutes
Mode of Instruction: Online
Language: English
Course Fee: $54 nett
(NSA applicants only need to pay $10.80)

We are also pleased to inform you that this course has been accredited for the National Silver Academy (NSA) Subsidy.

The NSA subsidy provides a 80% discount for Singaporeans who are 50 years and above.

To enrol for the course, simply register for an account and sign up for the course at weLearn@NSA.

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Course content designers

All instructors are graduates of the Beijing University of Chinese Medicine (北京中医药大学)and licensed physicians at the Renhai Clinic.

Physician Karen Wee

Karen Wee
BsC, BMed

Physician Karen Wee graduated from Nanyang Technological University (NTU) and the Beijing University of Chinese Medicine (BUCM) in 2010 with degrees in biomedical sciences as well TCM.

Karen has taught TCM courses at SUSS, Renhai, and the Confucius Institute and was a past President of NTU's Chinese Medicine Alumni Association.

Karen has special interest in:

  • Internal Medicine
  • Women’s and Children’s Health
  • Child Tuina
  • Health Cultivation
  • Acupuncture
Physician Soh Shan Bin

Soh Shan Bin
BsC, BMed, MMed

Physician Soh Shan Bin with degrees in biomedical science from NTU and in TCM from BUCM in 2010, she trained at the Tianjin University of Chinese Medicine with a concentration on cardiovascular diseases for a Master’s degree.

Shan Bin has also taught TCM courses at the Renhai Clinic and the Confucius Institute.

Shan Bin is experienced in multiple aspects of Chinese Medicine and with a primary clinical concentration in:

  • Cardiovascular Diseases
  • Gastrointestinal Disorders
  • Management of Chronic Diseases such as hypertension and diabetes
  • Acupuncture

What Participants Said

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I attended all 3 courses and found that they are all very enriching and useful. The teachers are very knowledgeable and shared generously.

Linnet Lee, Risk Manager

This course has taught us the essence of Chinese Medicine in an easy-to-understand format, which can be appreciated by even laymen. It not only created awareness of TCM but also promoted the importance of healthy living. Really kudos to the teachers' passion.

Lim TB, IT Engineer

The Course has been an amazing learning experience for me. The Basic Concepts and Methods of TCM could help every one achieve a holistic transformation of Mind, Body and Soul.

Carmee Lim, Mentor Principal, MindChamps

For someone who is non Mandarin speaking and trained in the western approach to healthcare, this course conducted in English is truly beneficial to my understanding of TCM. Helped me appreciate the value of TCM in combination with western medicines.

Jennifer, Pharmacist
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Registration

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Modes of Payment

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