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Course Numbering System

ACTCM courses are numbered according to the level of study as follows:

400-499 for undergraduate General Science and Foundation courses

500-599 for courses developing basic competencies and providing foundation for advanced studies

600-699 for advanced courses or courses on specialized subjects.

700-799 for postgraduate courses

Each course also has a letter designation according to the academic department in which it falls. ACTCM has the following academic departments: Chinese Medicine (CM); Acupuncture Theory and Technique (AT); Herbal Medicine (HM); Biomedical Sciences (WM); Clinical Training (CT); and General Science and Foundation Courses (FC).

Prerequisites and Electives

Course prerequisites for all courses are noted. Unless otherwise indicated, a sequence of courses (e.g., TCM Diagnosis I, II and III) must be taken in order, with earlier courses being prerequisites for later courses.

Elective Courses are indicated by an following the course title.