FAQS
NEW UPDATE!
Acusculpting® Certificate is NCCAOM Approved. Please note that you must enroll in the complete training system for accreditation.
1. What is Acusculpting®?
Acusculpting® is a cosmetic acupuncture & continuing education training system. This advanced protocol consists of three modules: Superior, Anterior & Posterior. You will learn specialized needling protocols to shape, lift, tighten, and firm the skin on the face & body, thereby “sculpting” the face & body. For more information about the structure of this advanced cosmetic acupuncture e-course, please click the green button below:
2. Who is Acusculpting® for?
You must be licensed to practice acupuncture or have a minimum of 2 years of formal study of Traditional Chinese Medicine/acupuncture at an accredited college to be eligible to take this e-course. Proficient knowledge of traditional acupuncture points and human anatomy is recommended for this course. Some other disciplines are also eligible so please check with your local licensing authority.
3. How long does each e-course (Superior, Anterior & Posterior) take?
PAY AS YOU GO: Approx 4 hours each module.
COMPLETE TRAINING SYSTEM: Approx 12 hours.
TIPS:
a) Study the course outline first and watch the video tutorial before you begin the practical portion.
b) Please note that you are encouraged to use a model for the practical portion of this e-course. Please be sure to select a model(s) who will be comfortable with needles such as your acupuncture-loving friends, family, or clients. Once you have studied the course material, you should have a model booked to proceed with the practical portion if you want to follow along with the video tutorials before the e-course expires. Give yourself at least one hour with your model per module. You will want to pause the video tutorial and practice on your model.
c) If you are taking the complete training system (modules 1-3), it will take approx 12 hours. You can take as little as 2-3 days to complete this. Once you have absorbed the course outline and watched the video tutorials, you will be ready for the practical portion which you can either complete in one session and practice all three modules at once (give yourself approx 3-4 hours with your model) or you can break up the practical portion into two sessions: Day #1: Superior, Day #2: Anterior & Posterior.
d) Alternatively, you can opt to complete the practical portion with your model without the assistance of the video tutorial anytime and at your own pace. Simply download the needling protocols and follow the charts from your course outline and book a model at your leisure.
4. How much time do I have to complete each e-course?
Whether you opt to pay as you go and take the e-courses individually or enroll in the complete training system at a discounted price, you can obtain your Acusculpting® Certificate from the comfort of your home at your own pace.
PAY AS YOU GO: You will have 3 weeks per module after your first login.
COMPLETE TRAINING SYSTEM: You will have 8 weeks after your first login.
TIPS:
a) Remember, you can obtain your Acusculpting® Certificate in just one weekend (per #3 FAQ above).
b) You can also rest easy knowing that you have plenty of time to complete your training if you are seeking a continuing education opportunity that supports a good life/work balance. Just don’t forget to record your link and password somewhere safe for easy login when you need to access the course again.
5. What if I’m a student?
Please click the button below for more information about the practical portion of Acusculpting®
6. What do I need to complete each e-course?
Computer & volume for sound
*If accessible, a massage table
Model for the practical portion (remember to book your model accordingly and give yourself time to absorb the course material first, see #1 FAQ above for more info)
Treatment supplies: acupuncture needles (*see size descriptions at the bottom of this list), rubbing alcohol, cotton balls, etc.*Students, please see #5 FAQ above or click here for more information on supplies that might be helpful for the practical portion of Acusculpting®
Needle size recommendation varies as follows:
Body: .25X60 to .25X30 .25X40 Face: .16.15 (and smaller)*If accessible: Gua sha and jade facial roller tools would be a bonus
Notebook and a pen to take notes
*If accessible: a printer to print the needling protocols to follow along with the video tutorials if that is helpful to you
7. Will I get a certificate that I can display in my clinic?
Yes, you can access your Acusculpting® Certificate after you complete all three modules.
8. Do I get Continuing Education Credits?
Yes, 4 credits per online class (12 total for the three modules). If you reside outside of Canada, please check with your governing body to ensure that you are eligible for CEU’s.
Additional CEU’s are available through in-person training opportunities with Illya in Victoria, B.C., for Acusculpting® Certified practitioners.
9. How do I get the e-course materials?
Acusculpting® is a digital course and consists of pre-recorded video tutorials and a web-based course outline. It is a hands-on training system and mostly paper-free. However, you can print or download waivers and needling protocols as a lifetime resource. Once you purchase an e-course, you will receive an automatic digital download with a link and password combination. If you don’t see your digital download, be sure to check your junk mail. Once you log in to the course, you may begin.
10. What format are the materials in?
PDF (download or print), digital course outline, pre-recorded video, and audio.
11. Is there an exam?
Whether you are taking each module on its own or the complete training system, you will be required to complete a mandatory online quiz at the end.
12. What are the refund policies for e-courses and in-person training workshops?
E-Course: Once you have purchased an e-course and have logged in, you will not receive a refund for any reason.
In-Person Training Workshop (exclusively on offer for Acuscupting® Certified practitioners): Once you register for the in-person training workshop, you will be added to a waitlist and you can withdraw at any time. However, being on the waitlist does not guarantee your spot. To guarantee your spot you must purchase the in-person training workshop. Should you need to cancel, you will receive a full refund for cancellations made 14 days prior to the date of the workshop. Otherwise, you will only be refunded 50%.
13. When will I see a return on my investment?
By the time you treat just one client with the protocol, you will have paid for all three modules of training in this comprehensive e-course.
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