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Acupuncture 207: History & Philosophy | Online Chiropractic Continuing Education

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Online Course Format:  Online
Course Tuition:   $20.00
Credit Hours ( CE ):  1
Contributor:  Bill Rice, LAc, DCBCN
CLICK HERE for a list of states, provinces and countries this course is accredited in.

Online Chiropractic CE Course Description & Course Details

Acupuncture 207: History & Philosophy of Acupuncture provides a comprehensive review of the origins, philosophical foundations, and evolving theories of acupuncture. This course explores how ancient concepts developed over time and how traditional ideas continue to influence modern acupuncture practice. The material is designed to deepen understanding, broaden clinical perspective, and enhance appreciation for acupuncture as both an art and a science.

Estimated Completion Time

Approximately 1 hour (Video Format)

Topics Covered

  • History of acupuncture and its cultural origins
  • Hypotheses surrounding the beginnings of acupuncture
  • Core philosophies that shape acupuncture practice
  • Ancient and modern theories of acupuncture

Learning Objectives

  • Gain a thorough understanding of the history of acupuncture
  • Explore the ancient philosophy underlying acupuncture principles
  • Compare traditional and contemporary theories of acupuncture
  • Develop a deeper appreciation for acupuncture’s role in healthcare
  • Describe the principles of proper clean needle technique

Course Structure

  • Concise, lecture-style modules
  • Clear explanations of historical and philosophical concepts
  • Contextual discussion linking theory to modern practice
  • Knowledge checks reinforcing comprehension

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 globally recognized leader in integrative chiropractic care. With more than 45 years of clinical excellence, Dr. Rice is known for advancing chiropractic acupuncture education and clinical nutrition for chiropractors. Through his PACE-approved courses at CCEDseminars, he translates complex historical and philosophical concepts into meaningful clinical understanding, supporting informed, safe, and effective practice.

This online chiropractic course is accredited in the following states:

Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District Of Columbia, Florida, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oregon, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wyoming,

This online chiropractic course is accredited in the following Canadian Provinces:

British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Ontario, Yukon,

This online chiropractic course is accredited in the following regions outside the United States & Canada:

Argentina, Australia, Bahamas, Belgium, Bolivia, Cayman Islands, Chili, Columbia, Costa Rica, Cyprus, Denmark, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Fiji, Finland, Greece, Guam, Hong Kong, Hungary, Iceland, Iran, Israel, Italy, Jamaica, Japan, Jordan, Korea, Lebanon, Libya, Liechtenstein, Malaysia, Mexico, Nambia, New Zealand, Northern Ireland, Norway, Panama, Peru, Philippines, Saint Kitts & Nevis, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Trinidad & Tobago, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, Venezuela, Virgin Island, Zimbabwe,