Acupuncture 206: Safety & Risks in Acupuncture | CCEDseminars

Acupuncture 206: Safety & Risks in Acupuncture is a foundational course focused on protecting patients and practitioners through informed, risk-aware clinical practice. This program examines the safety considerations essential to acupuncture care, including infection prevention, clean needle technique, contraindications, and risk management strategies. Emphasis is placed on compliance, clinical awareness, and practical safeguards that support confident, responsible care.

Estimated Completion Time

Approximately 2 hours (Video Format)

What You Will Learn

• Infection prevention strategies essential to acupuncture practice
• Principles and application of clean needle technique
• Common and uncommon risks associated with acupuncture treatment
• Identification and avoidance of forbidden acupuncture points

Learning Goals

• Master infection prevention methods to protect patients and clinicians
• Identify critical infectious diseases relevant to acupuncture settings
• Learn strategies to prevent injury and adverse events
• Demonstrate a working understanding of clean needle techniques

Course Structure

• Short, focused instructional modules
• Clear explanations of safety protocols and risk factors
• Clinical examples reinforcing safe practice standards
• Knowledge checks supporting comprehension and compliance

Quick Course Details

• Self-paced online access to recorded content
• Pause and resume at any time
• Certificate available immediately upon completion
• No scheduled sessions required; up to one year to complete

About the Instructor

Bill Rice, DC, LAc, FACCN is a global authority in integrative chiropractic care with over 45 years of clinical excellence. A pioneer in chiropractic acupuncture education and clinical nutrition, Dr. Rice has educated thousands of chiropractors through PACE-approved online CE programs at CCEDseminars. His practical, evidence-based approach emphasizes safety, compliance, and real-world clinical application.