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PROGRAM OVERVIEW This four week course provides a unique opportunity to learn theory and practice of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) from Chinese Practitioners. It explores the Chinese Health Care System in which TCM is practiced. This course includes studies in Fundamentals of TCM diagnosis, Chinese herbs, acupuncture, Chinese Massage, and TCM nursing. This experience will enhance student’s understanding of the healthcare delivery system within China as it compares to healthcare in the United States. This course is culturally rich by the fact students will be travelling in Xian, Chengdu, and Beijing to see famous historical sites and experience activities based in Chinese tradition. WANG CENTER J-TERM STUDY AWAY Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM):Theory, Practice & Policy China All photos compliments of Rebecca Wilkin All photos compliments of Barbara Olson

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW

This four week course provides a unique opportunity to learn theory and practice of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) from Chinese Practitioners. It explores the Chinese Health Care System in which TCM is practiced. This course includes studies in Fundamentals of TCM diagnosis, Chinese herbs, acupuncture, Chinese Massage, and TCM nursing. This experience will enhance student’s understanding of the healthcare delivery system within China as it compares to healthcare in the United States. This course is culturally rich by the fact students will be travelling in Xian, Chengdu, and Beijing to see famous historical sites and experience activities based in Chinese tradition.

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All photos compliments of Rebecca WilkinAll photos compliments of Barbara Olson

Wang Center for Global EducationPacific Lutheran UniversityTacoma, WA 98447-0003

Office: 253-535-7577Fax: 253-535-8752

[email protected]/wangcenter

Educating to achieve a just, healthy, sustainable and peaceful world, both locally and globally.

ACADEMICS•CHSP 287/ NURS 287 -- 4

credits Prerequisite: NONE Program fee will be finaized by April 1, 2015. Check the Wang Center/Study Away Website for final pricing.

Fees generally include the following (check website for more details):• Airfare• Lodging• Study tours• Foreign travel insurance• Some meals

Participants in this program may apply for a Global Scholar Award. Please contact the Wang Center for additional information and the application.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

• February 20, 2015 - Application available• April 20, 2015 - Application deadline ($50 non-refundable application fee)• May 8, 2015 - Notifications sent• May 22, 2015 - Confirmation deadline

($300 confirmation deposit)

FACULTY LEADER:

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS*

• Xi’an, China: Terra Cotta Warriors, Wild Goose Pagoda, shopping at the Muslim Quarter, Great Mosque, bike ride on the city wall

• Chengdu, China: Classes in TCM, clinical incorporated into western-type hospital, Panda Research Center, Szechuan Opera, Tea Museum, Leshan Buddha, hot thermal spa experience

• Beijing, China: Great Wall of China, Temple of Heaven, Tiananmen Square, Lao She Teahouse, Kung Fu Show, Olympic Park, Forbidden City, Art District, Spirit Way and Ming Tomb, American Embassy

*May be subject to change

Barbara OlsonClinical Instructor of NursingSchool of [email protected]