Add Chinese Herbal Prescribing to Your Clinical Practice
Enrolment Now Open – February 2027 Intake
Enrol now and receive a 10% Early-Bird Discount.
Designed exclusively for qualified acupuncturists, this practical, clinically focused programme builds on the knowledge and diagnostic skills you already use every day, helping you confidently prescribe Chinese herbal medicine in modern clinical practice.
No previous herbal prescribing experience required.
Exclusive to the AcuMedic Foundation and available nowhere else in the UK.
Course Details
💷 Course Fee: £2,200 (including VAT)
🌿 Early-Bird Offer: Enrol now and receive a 10% Early-Bird Discount.
Payment by instalments available – please contact us
📅 Course Start: 20th February 2027
🏁 Final Assessment: 24th April 2027
🎓 Graduation & Certificates: 1st May 2027
⏱ Duration: Approximately 3 months
🕘 Live Teaching: Saturdays, 9:00 am–12:00 pm (UK time)
🎓 CPD: 60 Hours
📍 Format: Blended learning (live online Zoom teaching, guided self-study, assessments, and two required clinical observation sessions at the AcuMedic Clinic, London).
📧 Course Enquiries: +44 (0)20 7388 6704 | Email
Course Schedule
The course combines weekly live online teaching with guided self-study, assessments, and clinical observation, allowing you to build confidence while continuing your professional practice.
20th February 2027
Introduction, induction and Fundamental Chinese Medicine Theory
27th February 2027
Fundamental Chinese Medicine Theory
6th March 2027
Fundamental Chinese Medicine Theory (continued)
7th–19th March 2027
Guided self-study and assessments
20th March 2027
Diagnostics
27th March 2027
Diagnostics (continued)
28th March–2nd April 2027
Guided self-study and assessments
3rd April 2027
Diseases and Treatment
10th April 2027
Diseases and Treatment (continued)
11th–23rd April 2027
Guided self-study, assessments and required clinical observations
24th April 2027
Final Assessment
1st May 2027
Graduation and Certificate Presentation
What’s Included
✅ Accredited certification to prescribe Phytoforms (certificate of completion from The AcuMedic Foundation)
✅ Comprehensive digital course materials (optional printed copies available to purchase)
✅ 2 clinical observation sessions at AcuMedic Clinic (3 hours each) – optional additional sessions available at £60 + VAT each
✅ Case-based learning and final assessment to consolidate your skills
✅ 1-year AMS membership upon graduation – includes exclusive shop discounts and CPD benefits
Continue Your Professional Development
Learning doesn't stop when the course finishes.
Pulse Diagnosis Workshop – One-time 50% discount (£110 + VAT)
Develop one of Chinese medicine’s most essential diagnostic skills through hands-on training and clinical guidance.
Prescribers Mentoring Support – 12 months
Receive ongoing mentoring during your first year of prescribing. Discuss real clinical cases, refine your thinking, and build confidence with expert guidance as questions arise. (Reasonable use applies.) (Contact us for details.)
By the End of This Course You Will
✅ Develop a solid grounding in Chinese herbal medicine theory and herbal prescribing principles
✅ Perform accurate syndrome differentiation and diagnosis
✅ Safely prescribe Phytoforms for over 30 common clinical conditions
✅ Integrate Chinese herbal medicine confidently into your acupuncture practice
✅ Build a strong foundation for future progression into customised herbal prescribing
Meet Your Tutor
This course is led by Dr Elios Hon, a highly respected Chinese medicine practitioner with over a decade of clinical experience across Hong Kong and the UK.
Trained extensively in China and further specialised in Oncology and Pain Management, Dr Hon brings a rare blend of academic depth and hands-on clinical insight. His teaching is open, engaging, and deeply practical — designed to leave you inspired, confident, and truly clinic-ready.
Who Can Attend
The Herbal Prescriber Course is open to UK-based practitioners with accredited qualifications in acupuncture, medicine, or Chinese medicine. Participants must hold legal practice rights and valid practitioner insurance. Overseas applicants with equivalent credentials are also welcome, provided they can demonstrate eligibility and appropriate insurance.
Assessment & Certification
Assessment is based on participation, clinical observation, and the final assessment.
Successful graduates receive:
✔️ Certificate of Completion – granting eligibility to prescribe Phytoforms
✔️ Digital Starter Prescriber’s Handbook – printed version available on request
Refund Policy
Course fees are payable in advance.
✔️ Cancellations made less than 10 working days before the start date or after the course begins: No refund will be issued.
✔️ If AcuMedic reschedules or cancels the course, participants may transfer to a future intake or receive a full refund.
Amendment of Terms:
CMIR / AcuMedic reserves the right to modify course details, schedules, pricing, or terms at any time. Participants will be notified of any significant changes. Continued registration or participation in the course constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.
We aim to handle all cancellations and changes fairly, clearly, and with respect for your commitment to professional development.
