§ OCCUPATION · GLOBAL STANDARDS

acupuncturist

Acupuncturists make use of thin needles and insert them into acupuncture points in the body in order to restore the imbalances of the human body and overall good health.

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Description

Acupuncturists make use of thin needles and insert them into acupuncture points in the body in order to restore the imbalances of the human body and overall good health. Acupuncturists focus on energy meridians to treat various conditions.

Theoretical Knowledge

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required

acupuncture methods sterilization techniques human physiology complementary and alternative medicine biomedicine traditional Chinese medicine pathologies treated by acupuncture human anatomy health care legislation

OPTIONALAdjacent knowledge that strengthens fit

multi-professional cooperation in health care tai chi therapeutic massage dietetics phytotherapy electrical stimulation in acupuncture auriculotherapy administrative tasks in a medical environment general medicine

Practical Skills

OPTIONALOptional competences

use e-health and mobile health technologies promote inclusion carry out preventative internal medicine interventions work in a multicultural environment in health care use foreign languages in patient care develop long-term treatment course for disorders in the glandular system apply massage therapy conduct cupping therapy refer healthcare users record healthcare users' billing information process medical insurance claims offer advice on diet-related concerns

Data Source: Unified Global Standards (ISCED, ISCO, O*NET, ESCO)