Diploma of Tuina

Tuina is Chinese medical massage. The qualification is a two-year program of study comprising TCM medical science, Western biosciences, Tuina specific theoretical studies and manual manipulation techniques. This diploma can complement acupuncture bachelor study or lead to stand alone practice of Chinese medical massage (Tuina). Our aim is to explore the theoretical and practical knowledge of Chinese medical massage in order to prepare graduates to practice Tuina in a contemporary healthcare context alongside acupuncture and CHM, as part of the network of primary healthcare providers, tailoring treatments to the requirements of patients.

The New Zealand School of Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine (NZSATCM) established in 1989, is the longest-established educational institution of its kind in New Zealand. The School is dedicated to providing quality education enabling you to gain the knowledge and skills to reach your full potential in the specialised field of TCM. We take pride in ourselves for being a small education and training organisation. Small class sizes facilitate congenial teacher-student interaction. The library resources and online journals supplement teacher handouts. The opportunity to observe clinics and treat patients prepares you to be work-ready.

We operate in a multi-tasking and multi-skilling team environment where staff willingly step into each other's shoes to ensure that a critical function is satisfactorily accomplished in your best interest. Learning support is in place if you need extra tuition.