2015IVAS CERTIFICATION COURSE

IN BASIC VETERINARY ACUPUNCTURERichmond, Virginia

THE INTERNATIONAL VETERINARY ACUPUNCTURE SOCIETY1730 South College Avenue, Suite 301 ~ Fort Collins, CO 80525 ~ USA

Phone: +1-970-266-0666 ~ Fax: +1-970-266-0777 ~ www.ivas.org

Session IJune 10 - 14, 2015

Session IIJuly 8 - 12, 2015

Session IIIAugust 5 - 9, 2015

Session IVSeptember 16 - 20, 2015

ExamsOctober 10 - 11, 2015

Mentored InternshipsOctober 7 - 8, 2015

The Certification Course in Basic Veterinary Acupuncture taught by the International Veterinary Acupuncture Society (IVAS) in the United States has been setting the global standard in veterinary acupuncture since 1974. The curriculum of the course integrates a background of the fundamentals and application of the scientific basis for acupuncture, as well as a background in the fundamentals and applications of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and acupuncture. The educational program provides acupuncture study and its clinical application for small animal, large animal, avian, and exotic species. Graduates of the IVAS United States Certification Course in Basic Veterinary Acupuncture are prepared for more advanced study of veterinary acupuncture from either a scientific or Traditional Chinese Medicine perspective, and they can pursue the study of Traditional Chinese Herbology as well.

A Superior Course

• The first comprehensive veterinary acupuncture course in the Western World. Most of the Western World’s foremost veterinary acupuncturists, including researchers, teachers, course coordinators and authors, have been certified by IVAS.

• The lecturing faculty have a wide variety of professional backgrounds and clinical acupuncture experience including boarded veterinary specialists, veterinary college faculty, veterinarians who also have completed training and licensing in human acupuncture, human acupuncture education faculty, and veterinarians who use acupuncture in the majority of their daily practice.

• IVAS encourages clinical research for greater understanding of this ancient healing art.

• The IVAS educational program continually integrates current, clinically useful information in the art and science of acupuncture.

• The IVAS certified Teaching Associate staff keeps the student-to-Teaching Associate ratio low, allowing more attention to each student in the hands-on laboratories.

• The US IVAS course provides a consistent, comprehensive veterinary acupuncture training program that, unlike other courses, rotates to different regions of the country to allow more accessibility so that busy veterinarians may remain closer to home.

The curriculum of the course is not limited to the study of Traditional Chinese Medicine theory. The curriculum also incorporates current scientific acupuncture theory and biomedical science in its application and approach to patient assessment and treatment. A variety of methods of patient examination and treatment are taught and demonstrated. The program prepares the participant for integration of acupuncture into every day clinical practice.

Educational Program

Classroom lectures begin with the anatomic, physiologic and historical aspects of acupuncture. As the course progresses, patient assessment and diagnosis from both a clinically western perspective and Traditional Chinese Medicine theory approach are introduced. With a solid background in the varied integration of evidence-based and TCM acupuncture theory, assessment, and treatment methods, the curriculum provides clinically useful ways to integrate the different approaches of acupuncture into veterinary practice.The laboratories teach hands-on palpation skills and acupoint locations, as well as exposure to different methods of patient assessment and treatment by experienced clinicians with live patients.This course prepares the student for both the written and practical examinations that are required for IVAS certification in veterinary acupuncture for both small and large animals. IVAS certification has been internationally recognized for over 40 years. The student will be prepared to begin integrating acupuncture into their practice immediately, and will have access to a worldwide network of IVAS certified practitioners.

History

Western Acupuncture:* Small Animal Applications

for: Musculoskeletal, Dermatological, Gastrointestinal, Immunological and Cardiovascular

* Intervertebral Disc Disease* Small Animal Urinary Problems* Avian and Exotic Acupuncture* Large Animal - Equine

Acupuncture* General Neurophysiology

and Applied Neurology* Incorporating Acupuncture

into Your Practice* Legal Aspects & Dealing

with Failures* Electroacupuncture

Traditional Chinese Medicine:* Fundamental Substances* Zang Fu Pathology* Zang Fu Organs* Causes of Disease* Special Action Points* The Circadian Clock* The Eight Principles* TCM - Clinical Applications* Acupuncture Points

and Meridians* Bi and Wei Syndrome* Empirical Point Use &

TCM Applications* The Five Phases (Elements)

Miscellaneous: * Overview of the Course &

Chinese Acupuncture* History of Acupuncture

& Discussion (case reports, problems, etc.)

* Practical Canine & Equine Laboratories

* TCM Case Workup * 16 Hours of mentored

internship

2015 Course • Clinically relevant lectures that provide a foundation of referenced scientific material and Traditional

Chinese Medicine, and incorporation of that information into patient assessment and treatment.

• Hands-on palpation of acupoint locations in labs to develop tactile point location accuracy for effective treatment.

• Live demonstrations of patient assessment and acupuncture technique by experienced clinicians provide examples of how acupuncture is used in practice.

• Demonstration of acupuncture equipment such as needles, moxabustion, aquapuncture, electroacupuncture and cold lasers.

• Teaching Associate review sessions.

• The US IVAS Course encourages vendors to attend in order to expose the student to a vast network of acupuncture supplies, equipment and books.

• The course is divided into four sessions that include approximately 96 hours of required didactic lectures, 64 hours of supervised acupoint location laboratories, live examinations and demonstrations.

• Integration of acupuncture into practice is discussed throughout lectures, laboratory and demonstrations.

• 16 hours of mentored internship prior to the certification exams.

• Online study guides, self-assessments, and quizzes between sessions.

Prerequisites:Attendees of the US IVAS Certification Course in Basic Veterinary Acupuncture must be licensed veterinarians, or fourth year veterinary students. Documentation must be provided.

The Process: The current IVAS certification process in the United States requires successful completion of all four sessions of the IVAS course; completion of the 16 hour mentored internship; passage of all written and practical examinations; submitting a log of 10 cases within 6 months of completing the course; and a peer-reviewed written case report. Participants are encouraged to pursue the certification process and additional study of acupuncture.

Who Should Attend:• Veterinarians who want to incorporate acupuncture into their practice and are looking for comprehensive

and practical acupuncture training.• Veterinarians interested in learning the basics of acupuncture from a scientific, as well as a Traditional

Chinese Medicine approach.• Veterinarians who want a foundation of Traditional Chinese Medicine, and are interested in pursuing the

additional study of Traditional Chinese Herbology.

Course Materials:The US IVAS course provides the following, which are included in the tuition:

• Online activities in addition to classroom• Course notebook with lecture material, appendix of articles, and required acupoint lists• USB flash drive containing canine and equine acupoints in flash card format, and additional articles• Examinations - written exam, canine and equine practicals• Membership in IVAS through June 30, 2016

Refreshments:The course provides a continental breakfast and morning and afternoon refreshment breaks during lecture or lab intermissions. There is also an evening reception during Session 1 and a farewell dinner party and dance during the final session!

Session IThis first session provides a basic understanding of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) principles and their relationship to Western medicine, neurophysiology, small and large animal anatomy and physiology review, introduction to Meridian Theory, and acupoint location. It will also include the fundamentals of needling technique.

Session IIThe second session provides a working knowledge of TCM diagnostic approaches and introduction to the Eight Principles and Zang Fu Theory. It also provides a working knowledge of small animal and equine acupuncture.

Session IIIIn the third session, we will cover the 5 Element Theory and course attendees will acquire the ability to integrate the diagnostic approaches and develop treatment regimens.

Session IVThe fourth session will cover Empirical Points and enable course attendees to incorporate basic knowledge of acupuncture into clinical practice.

Course Curriculum:The course in the US consists of four consecutive sessions. The goal of the IVAS Certification Course in Basic Veterinary Acupuncture is to provide you with the skills and knowledge to assess and diagnose a patient from a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) approach, develop a treatment plan, choose appropriate points to execute the plan and treat the patient. Information about upcoming courses may be obtained by contacting the IVAS office or at www.ivas.org

LocationWyndham Virginia Crossings Hotel

1000 Virginia Center ParkwayGlen Allen (Richmond), Virginia 23059

Ph: +1-804-727-1400www.wyndhamvirginiacrossings.com

LodgingThe room rate for course attendees is $129.00 per night, single or double. Virginia state and local taxes will be added. Make your reservation with the hotel directly to obtain this rate. All course reservations must be made no later than 30 days in advance of each session. If you are auditing a session or only taking the exam, please make your hotel reservations at least 30 days in advance.By staying at the host hotel, you are assured of not missing any unforeseen changes to the course schedule.

Airport TransportationThe premier Virginia conference center is only 10 minutes from Richmond, Virginia and 20 minutes from Richmond International Airport. It is easy to get to and from the airport by Taxi or Transportation Shuttle Companies. There is no hotel shuttle service.

ScheduleSession I

June 10-14, 2015Session II

July 8-12, 2015Session III

August 5-9, 2015Session IV

September 16-20, 2015Mentored Internship

October 7-8, 2015Exams

October 10-11, 2015

NotesSessions may start as early as 7:00am and run as late as 7:00pm Wednesday through Saturday. Sunday session runs until 12 noon.There is one session review each session that could run as late as 10:00pm.

Acupuncture Point Labs will be working with live dogs and horses.

Course Fee Schedule (All amounts are USD)

Registration $ 995.00 Non-Refundable Session I $ 1,000.00 due by May 10, 2015 $ 1,250.00 due if paid May 11 through June 9, 2015

Session II $ 1,000.00 due by June 8, 2015 $ 1,250.00 due if paid June 9 through July 7, 2015

Session III $ 1,000.00 due by July 5, 2015 $ 1,250.00 due if paid July 6 through August 4, 2015

Session IV $ 1,000.00 due by August 16 2015 $ 1,250.00 due if paid August 17 through September 15, 2015

Mentorship $ 1,500.00 due by September 7, 2015 $ 1,750.00 due if paid September 8 through October 6, 2015

QUESTIONSRequests for additional information, or questions pertaining to registration should be addressed to:

International Veterinary Acupuncture Society1730 South College Avenue, Suite 301 ~ Fort Collins, CO 80525 ~ USA

Phone.: +1-970-266-0666 ~ Fax: +1-970-266-0777 ~ Email: office@ivas.org

THE INTERNATIONAL VETERINARY ACUPUNCTURE SOCIETY1730 South College Avenue, Suite 301 ~ Fort Collins, CO 80525 ~ USA

Ph: +1-970-266-0666 ~ Fax: +1-970-266-0777 ~ www.ivas.org

Requirements For IVAS Certification: The purpose of this course is to provide postdoctoral education in veterinary acupuncture theory and practical skills.

Upon completion of the course, participants are expected to have the necessary preparation to successfully pass the certification examinations.* Licensed veterinarian in good standing* Attendance at all four sessions of the course* Attendance of the Mentored Internship* Passing scores on the written and two practical examinations* Submission of a log book documenting a minimum 10 cases

within 6 months of completing the course* Submission and approval of one peer-reviewed case report

IVAS Mentored InternshipThe Mentored Internship provides a hands on approach to applying the concepts learned in the course to real life canine and equine patients. Students will be broken down into small groups of 5-7 each. Students will examine dogs one day, and horses on the other. Students will then determine a TCM diagnosis and treatment plan; choose applicable points to treat the patient and then treat the patient under the guiding influence of the mentor. After completion of the Mentored Internship, the students are confident and competent in their use of TCM to go back to their practices and effectively incorporate TCM in any case.

IVAS Mission StatementThe Mission of IVAS is to provide, promote and support veterinary acupuncture and related treatment modalities through quality basic, advanced and continuing education, internationally recognized certification for veterinarians, and responsible research.

Registration Information

• If payments are not received in the IVAS office in accordance with the course fee schedule, the registrant’s participation in the course could be in jeopardy. Enrollment is limited and acceptance into this course is on a first come, first accepted basis.

• Tuition for the course is US$6,495.00. This application cannot be processed without the non-refundable US$995.00 fee accompanying this form, an ORIGINAL passport size photo (2” x 2”) and a photocopy of your veterinary license. The remaining fees of US$1,000.00 per session and US$1,500.00 for the mentored internship are due 30 days prior to the Session.

• Tuition includes all 4 sessions, mentored internship, the examination, a set of Course Notes, the IVAS canine and equine points on USB flash drive (including reference material) and membership in IVAS. (This membership will run from registration through June 30, 2016).

• Current IVAS members that have completed a previous IVAS acupuncture course, may audit any one session of 3 or more days: US$695.00; 2 days will be US$515.00 and any 1 day US$300.00. It includes a set of the Course Notes on a USB flash drive, canine and equine flash cards, and required points list. It does not include exam fees.

• VISA, MasterCard and American Express will be accepted for course tuition.

• This course is only open to licensed veterinarians and fourth year veterinary students. Fourth year veterinary students must pass the National Boards prior to final certification.

Please be sure the following is enclosed with your mailed-in registration:

1) A check or bank draft payable to IVAS for US$995.00 drawn on a U.S. Bank. If using a credit card, please indicate the card type, number, expiration date, 3 digit security code and amount to be charged below:

Please charge US$ at this time to my credit card (noted below).

Check one: Visa MasterCard American Express

Credit Card # Security Code Exp. Date

Name on Credit Card Billing Postal Code

2) A legible copy of your current veterinary license or other document establishing your status as a graduate veterinarian, including expiration date of your license, if applicable.

3) A passport size photograph (2” x 2”). (Please do not send copied passport, snapshots or personal photos.) The photo is utilized in a photo roster that is distributed to students and lecturers.

4) Assumption of Risk, Waiver & Release of Liability:

As a condition for accepting the application, the course applicant acknowledges that live animals will be used in this course during acupuncture point location labs and during acupuncture demonstrations by course instructors. Applicant assumes any risks, waives any causes of action and releases IVAS from any liability resulting from damages or injuries caused by any animal during participation in the course. This provision shall be binding to the fullest extent of the law. If any portion of this provision is declared to be null and void, the remainder shall remain in full force and effect.

x Signature Date

Send registration materials to:International Veterinary Acupuncture Society

1730 South College Avenue, Suite 301 ~ Fort Collins, CO 80525 ~ USA(Photocopy or remove and return this entire page. Please be sure to complete the back page also.)

Online Registration available at http://www.ivas.org/acupuncture-courses/

Registration Form - Richmond, Virginia 2015Please Print Legibly

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