Next Herbal Prescriber Course: 20th February 2027
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This course is exclusive to the AcuMedic Foundation and available nowhere else in the UK.
Designed for practitioners ready to move beyond “needles-only” treatment.
No prior herbal prescribing experience required.
In-depth and clinically focused, this programme offers acupuncturists a clear, evidence-led pathway into foundational and intermediate herbal prescribing.
Across three focused months, you’ll progress from core theory and diagnosis to hands-on prescribing practice, learning to apply time-tested classical formulas for today’s most common clinical conditions safely, effectively, with full professional accreditation.
Bridging classical herbal knowledge with modern clinical practice, this course lays the groundwork for safe prescribing and confident progression into advanced, customised herbal formulation.
📞 Course enquiries: Dr Elios Hon — 07825 970 433
📧 General enquiries: +44 (0)20 7388 6704 | Online
Course Details
💷 Price: £2,200 (including VAT)
Payment by instalments available – please contact us
📅 Course Start: 20th February 2027
📅 Course End: 3rd May 2027
📅 Full timetable: TBC
⏱ Duration: Approximately 3 months
🕘 Session Days & Times: Saturdays, 9am–12pm
🎓 CPD: 60 hours
📍 Format: Blended learning (live online teaching, guided self-study and in-person clinical training in London)
🧾 Final Assessment: TBC
What’s Included
✅ Accredited certification to prescribe Phytoforms (certificate of completion from The AcuMedic Foundation)
✅ Comprehensive digital course materials (with optional printed copies available for 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
Optional Add-Ons
Deepen your learning with exclusive opportunities designed to support your growth beyond the classroom.
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.)
What You’ll Learn
Through structured teaching and guided practice, you’ll build a solid foundation in herbal medicine — and the confidence to apply it safely and effectively in clinic.
By the end of the course, you will:
✅ Develop a clear grounding in Chinese medicine theory and herbal principles
✅ Carry out accurate diagnosis and syndrome differentiation
✅ Safely prescribe Phytoforms for over 30 common clinical conditions
✅ Integrate herbal prescribing confidently into your acupuncture practice
✅ Be ready to advance toward customised and advanced herbal formulation
Meet Your Trainer
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 intensively 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.
Assessment & Certificate
Assessment is based on participation, clinical observation, and a final examination.
Graduates will receive:
✔️ Certificate of Completion – granting formal eligibility to prescribe Phytoforms
✔️ Starter Prescriber’s Handbook – digital edition included (print version available on request)
Who Can Attend
This 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.
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 must reschedule or cancel: Participants may choose to transfer to a future course 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.
