| Hannah Thornton , Director of Admissions
2700 West Anderson Lane,Suite 204
Austin , TX 78757
Tel: (800) 824-9987 or (512) 454-1188
Fax: (512) 454-7001
E-mail: admissions@aoma.edu
Web site: www.aoma.edu
Mission Statement
The mission of the Academy of Oriental Medicine at Austin is to transform lives and communities through graduate education in Oriental medicine by:
ˇ Providing excellent and innovative teaching of acupuncture and Oriental medicine to learners while developing knowledge, skills, and attitudes that lead to intellectual and personal growth
ˇ Delivering high quality acupuncture and Oriental medical healthcare to our patients
ˇ Providing leadership for the development of acupuncture and Oriental medicine professionals
Master of Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine Program
The Academy of Oriental Medicine at Austin (also known as AOMA) offers a comprehensive program of study leading to a Ma ster of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine degree. The program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (ACAOM), the national accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education to accredit professional programs in the field.
Our program includes acupuncture and moxibustion training, Chinese herbology, taichi and qigong, Oriental nutrition, biomedical sciences and an extensive clinical training experience of more than 1,000 hours. Our comprehensive curriculum allows graduates to apply for licensure in most states that license and regulate acupuncture and Oriental medicine, including Texas , California and New Mexico .
Graduates of AOMA's program are eligible to apply for the national board exams administered by the National Certification Commission of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM). Successful completion of the NCCAOM exams leads to certification in both acupuncture and Chinese herbology. The Asian bodywork therapy component of the Oriental medicine program at AOMA is approved by the American Organization for Bodywork Therapies of Asia (AOBTAŽ).
Students receive extensive training in Chinese medical qigong.Students seeking national certification who successfully complete the necessary curriculum requirements may apply to the AOBTAŽ for certification as Asian bodywork therapy practitioners and to the NCCAOM for the national board exam and certification.
Educational Goals
Students at the Academy of Oriental Medicine at Austin are thoroughly trained to be exceptional and confident practitioners of acupuncture and Oriental medicine. AOMA students are taught to value and uphold the highest ideals of professionalism with compassionate regard for humanity. These goals form the basis of AOMA's educational philosophy:
1. AOMA will deliver quality instruction to its students, ongoing continuing education to its alumni, and general instruction to the community at large in order to stimulate intellectual curiosity, foster active learning skills, develop self-reflection, and engage critical thinking, about the practice of Oriental Medicine.
2. AOMA emphasizes holistic individual health care, focusing on Oriental medical traditions supported by bio-medical concepts to comprise a complete healthcare system.
3. AOMA demonstrates the benefits of integrating Oriental Medicine and allopathic medicine through its collaboration with other healthcare providers, medical centers, research centers, and institutions.
4. AOMA seeks to educate the community about the benefits and potentials of Oriental medicine through outreach programs and public health clinics; and
5. AOMA aims to maintain a financially stable, academically viable, accredited institution that will continue its support of the advancement of Oriental medicine.
History
The Academy of Oriental Medicine at Austin was founded in August 1993 by Annie and Stuart Watts. AOMA was originally known as the Texas Acupuncture Institute (TAI). The Academy was granted candidate status by the Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine in Ma y 1995. It became accredited in November 1996 and was reaccredited in 2000 and 2005.
AOMA Educational Objectives
Graduates of the AOMA Ma ster's degree program will:
ˇ Have the knowledge base necessary to enter the profession
ˇ Practice professional behaviors and values
ˇ Provide patient centered care
ˇ Incorporate evidence and experience based practices
ˇ Participate in collaborative patient care
Support of Academic Excellence
The Academy of Oriental Medicine at Austin has high expectations of its students. The Ma ster of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine program is extensive and comprehensive, and prepares graduates for a multi-faceted health care practice. In order to ensure our students the support needed to successfully complete such a program, AOMA provides:
ˇ An orientation and student mentor system, to assist new students to adjust to the demands of school life. Continuing students can also be great resources to new students relocating to Austin .
ˇ Academic advising to incoming students to assist them in their choice of a program and schedule, taking into consideration their work schedule and home life.
ˇ Comprehensive benchmark exams to evaluate students' didactic and clinical progress and qualify them for advancement in the program.
ˇ Busy student clinics for acupuncture, herbal and Asian bodywork training, well-supervised by acupuncture practitioners having a minimum of five years clinical experience.
ˇ Exceptional instructors, with most holding either Master's or Doctoral degrees.
ˇ The option to audit classes previously taken at a nominal fee, for students requiring more study on a particular subject.
ˇ The opportunity to observe members of AOMA's clinical faculty in their private professional practices both on and off campus.
ˇ A substantial library, including many trade journals and subscriptions in the field of Oriental medicine.
ˇ Comprehensive competencies courses in acupuncture, Chinese herbs and biomedicine to fully prepare our students for the national board exams.
ˇ Academic advising on an ongoing basis.
ˇ A comprehensive business management curriculum which prepares new practitioners to build and manage their own businesses.
ˇ Quality continuing education programs to support new graduates as well as seasoned practitioners in ongoing professional development.
Resources
Library
AOMA maintains one of the the largest Oriental Medicine Libraries in Texas , including books, journals and both audio and videotapes of various Oriental medicine seminars and topics, as well as books on Western medical sciences and related subjects. A data base of library materials is maintained by AOMA's librarian. High-speed internet access is offered on all library computers, and information on various states' licensing requirements is available through our on-line services. The library is open to the community for an annual fee. Our students are also welcome to use the University of Texas 's undergraduate and graduate libraries. A U.T. courtesy borrower's card may be purchased for a nominal fee, and access to books and other resources while in the library is available at no charge.
White Crane Herbal Medicine Center and Bookstore
The Bookstore stocks required textbooks, recommended books and publications, and a full selection of acupuncture supplies. Co-located with the Bookstore, AOMA's White Crane Herbal Medicine Center stocks more that 350 varieties of raw Chinese herbs and prepared herbal formulas. True to tradition, we encourage the use of raw herbs over prepared formulas. The White Crane Herbal Medicine Center is open to students by appointment and during clinic hours. We also have a wide selection of raw Chinese herbs within our student clinic training facility. We maintain high quality and ethical standards in our herbal medicine centers and do not stock remedies made from endangered species.
Student Association
The AOMA Student Association is AOMA's student governing body. Its main purpose is to allow students to exercise their voice in matters pertaining to any aspect of school life, procedure, ethics, professionalism, and behavior. The Student Association acts as a liaison between the student body and the AOMA administration and faculty. Two students are chosen from each class by fellow students. We encourage and support communication among students, faculty, and administration. Meetings are scheduled each term, and additional meetings are held informally as particular issues arise.
Admission Requirements
AOMA admits applicants who show a high level of personal integrity, clear intention and an aptitude for medical education at the graduate level. All applicants are required to have completed at least 90 semester credits (135 quarter credits) of general education coursework at the baccalaureate level from an accredited institution, or the equivalent.
Financial Information
AOMA provides a high quality education at a reasonable cost to students. Monthly payment plans are available for all students, and Federal Student Loans are available for students who qualify. The program is also approved for veteran's training (G.I. Bill) and the Texas Rehabilitation Training Tuition Assistance Program.
Contact Information
For more information on the Academy of Oriental Medicine at Austin , please contact:
Hannah Thornton, Admissions Director
The Academy of Oriental Medicine at Austin
2700 West Anderson Lane, Suite 204
Austin , Texas 78757
Direct Line - (512) 492-3011
Main number - (800) 824-9987-ext. 211
Fax - (512) 454-1188
admissions@aoma.edu
www.aoma.edu
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