ACCHS - Academy of Chinese Culture and Health Sciences

ACCHS - Academy of Chinese Culture and Health Sciences COVID update: Our clinic is open for in person and virtual sessions, all didactic classes are curren

The Academy of Chinese Culture and Health Sciences is located in vibrant downtown Oakland, California, just across the bay from San Francisco. Our campus is also the location of our community acupuncture and herb clinic. We offer approved degree programs for the Master of Science in Traditional Chinese Medicine. We also have a DAOM program in Classical Chinese Herbalism and Orthopedic Acupuncture,

as well as certification programs and classes for Tui-Na medical massage, and Taiji (tai-chi) and qigong (chi-kung). Graduates of the Master of Science in Traditional Chinese Medicine (MSTCM) degree program are eligible to sit for the acupuncture licensure examination given by the California State Acupuncture Board, and sit for the National Commission for the Certification of Acupuncturists and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) exam.

INTRO TO SA’AM ACUPUNCTUREINSTRUCTOR:Dr Toby Daly PhD, LAcDr. Toby Daly, PhD, L.Ac.DATE & CREDIT HOURS:15 CEUs (Didactic...
03/24/2026

INTRO TO SA’AM ACUPUNCTURE

INSTRUCTOR:Dr Toby Daly PhD, LAc
Dr. Toby Daly, PhD, L.Ac.

DATE & CREDIT HOURS:
15 CEUs (Didactic) (15 CAB Cat1 CEU APPROVED)

04/04/2026 – 04/05/2026, Saturday – Sunday @9:00am – 5:30pm

FORMAT:
ONLINE, LIVESTREAM

COURSE DESCRIPTION:
In this class, students will learn to classical roots and clinical applications of Sa’am Acupuncture. Teaching methods include lectures, and discussion.

INTRODUCTION TO INSTRUCTOR:

Toby received his undergraduate degree in Food Science from the California Polytechnic State University at San Luis Obispo. He began studying Chinese medicine in 1997 with a Korean monk trained in the Sa’am tradition. He earned his master’s degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine in 2002 upon completion of training at the American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine in San Francisco and Chengdu University in China.

During his four years of training in San Francisco, he interned with the prominent acupuncturist Dr. Angela Wu and learned to apply the lofty theories he was studying in school into the pragmatic setting of a busy clinic. In 2013, he developed the Chinese Nutritional Strategies app to provide digital access to the wealth of Chinese dietary wisdom. In 2016, he completed a PhD in Classical Chinese Medicine under the guidance of 88th generation Daoist priest Jeffery Yuen. In 2021, he developed the Chinese Medical Characters app to enable direct access to foundational Chinese medical terms and concepts.

His current focus is on sharing his 25 years of clinical experience with the Sa’am tradition.

Enroll now!
$425 – 2 days – Early Bird rate – Ends on 03/29/2025 (no one-day tickets)

$375 – 2 days – Early Bird rate – Ends on 03/29/2025 – ACCHS Alumni/Faculty (no one-day tickets)

$525 – 2 days (after Early Bird ends)
$425 – 2 days – ACCHS Alumni/Faculty (after Early Bird ends)

Cancellation and Refund Policy

All cancellations must be received in writing by letter or email (info@acchs.edu)
Cancellations made at least 7 calendar days prior to the first class day will receive a full refund less
a $40.00 administration fee
Cancellations made less than 7 calendar days prior to the first class day will receive a 50% refund
ACCHS is unable to transfer course fees paid for one seminar or course to any other seminar or
course
In the unlikely event that ACCHS has to cancel a course due to insufficient enrollment, or for some
other unforeseen reason, registrants will receive a full refund

California Acupuncture CoalitionTake action today to protect access to quality acupuncture care.
03/18/2026

California Acupuncture Coalition
Take action today to protect access to quality acupuncture care.

If you are a patient or student, please consider signing the letters below. The California Acupuncture Coalition is sponsoring these bills, meaning we are working to pass this legislation to enhance the acupuncture profession. These bills support the profession of acupuncture and promote patient car...

Date: 10/3~10/4/2026, Sat – Sun, 9am-5:30pmLocation: 1600 Broadway, Oakland, CA. 94612, 2nd Floor16 Type 1 CA CEUs Pendi...
03/18/2026

Date: 10/3~10/4/2026, Sat – Sun, 9am-5:30pm

Location: 1600 Broadway, Oakland, CA. 94612, 2nd Floor

16 Type 1 CA CEUs Pending
16 PDA from NAACOM

FORMAT: IN PERSON

Battlefield Acupuncture is an Auricular Therapy (Ear acupuncture) protocol that was invented by Dr. Richard Niemtzow MD in 2001. He came up with the name Battlefield Acupuncture for the simple reason that it could be used on the battlefield when it was not advisable or desirable to use Western pain medications such as narcotics. The protocol uses up to 5 specific points on each ear and employs a specific type of auriculotherapy needle. It is used to treat all types of pain. It was so effective in the military that it was taught to civilians to use for non-military patients. Its popularity has taken off exponentially since its inception.

INSTRUCTOR DESCRIPTION:
The seminar consists of two days that are taught by John Howard, L.Ac., Dipl. Ac. He did a five-year fellowship with the protocol inventor before he started teaching the seminar with and without Dr. Niemtzow. John Howard has taught this seminar for close to 15 years both in the United States and internationally. The two-day seminar is approved by NCCAOM for 16 PDAs and has always been approved by the California Acupuncture Board for 16 California CEUs, CAB Category 1 CEUs for Provider #1115, Auriculotherapy Seminars, 240-413-9211. For the past 15+ years and to date the seminars have been sponsored by Lhasa OMS. This includes providing students with an abundance of specific auriculotherapy needles used for this protocol.

Enroll now!

$435 – 2 days – Early Bird rate – Ends on 9/27/2026
$235 – 1 day – Early Bird rate – Ends on 9/27/2026

$385 – 2 days – Early Bird rate – Ends on 9/27/2026 – Alumni/Faculty/Students Discount
$209 – 1 day – Early Bird rate – Ends on 9/27/2026 – Alumni/Faculty/Students Discount

$535 – 2 days (after Early Bird ends)
$335 – 1 day (after Early Bird ends)
$435 – 2 days – Alumni/Faculty/Students Discount (after Early Bird ends)
$235 – 1 day – Alumni/Faculty/Students Discount (after Early Bird ends)

CEU - Facial Micro+Needling and Gua Sha 3/14-3/15! -
02/18/2026

CEU - Facial Micro+Needling and Gua Sha 3/14-3/15! -

Register for these live, engaging, CEUs and walk away with more knowledge to use in your daily practice! (Classes in Oakland, CA.)

Facial Micro+Needling and Gua Sha 11/15-16! -
11/06/2025

Facial Micro+Needling and Gua Sha 11/15-16! -

Register for these live, engaging, CEUs and walk away with more knowledge to use in your daily practice! (Classes in Oakland, CA.)

Yamamoto Scalp Acupuncture this Weekend -
10/23/2025

Yamamoto Scalp Acupuncture this Weekend -

Register for these live, engaging, CEUs and walk away with more knowledge to use in your daily practice! (Classes in Oakland, CA.)

Hurry! Early Bird Pricing Ends Soon! Acupuncture CEUs -
10/08/2025

Hurry! Early Bird Pricing Ends Soon! Acupuncture CEUs -

Register for these live, engaging, CEUs and walk away with more knowledge to use in your daily practice! (Classes in Oakland, CA.)

Amazing In-Person CEUs @ ACCHS -
09/29/2025

Amazing In-Person CEUs @ ACCHS -

Register for these live, engaging, CEUs and walk away with more knowledge to use in your daily practice! (Classes in Oakland, CA.)

ACCHS is proud to announce Advanced Diagnostic Studies.INSTRUCTOR: Dr. Sydney MalawerDATE & LOCATION:12/5/2025,  Friday:...
08/07/2025

ACCHS is proud to announce Advanced Diagnostic Studies.

INSTRUCTOR: Dr. Sydney Malawer

DATE & LOCATION:
12/5/2025, Friday: 9am-5:30pm

1600 Broadway, Oakland, CA, 2nd floor

CREDITS:
0.5 didactic / 7.5 hours (pending)

FORMAT: In-person

COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course explores laboratory blood analysis from a CM lens, deepening students’ diagnostic competencies by integrating advanced concepts from both Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and biomedicine. Through complex case analysis, differential diagnosis, and structured clinical reasoning, students will refine their ability to assess patient presentations using multiple theoretical lenses, including the Five Phases, Six Conformations, and biomedical pathophysiology. Emphasis is placed on synthesizing signs, symptoms, and diagnostic tests to formulate accurate and holistic diagnoses. Students will also engage in critical review of diagnostic protocols and develop readiness for clinical board examinations and real-world patient care.

https://acchs.edu/all-events/ceu/advanced-diagnostic-studies/

Holistic Micro+ NeedlingSunday, November 16, 20259:00am – 5:00pmLocation:1600  Broadway,  Oakland CA , 2nd FloorLearn Mi...
08/07/2025

Holistic Micro+ Needling

Sunday, November 16, 2025
9:00am – 5:00pm

Location:

1600 Broadway, Oakland CA , 2nd Floor

Learn Micro+ Needling, a proprietary facial microneedling technique in person with Tori & Marla. Instruction includes hands-on training with the instructors and practice on your colleagues. Leave feeling confident to begin starting the services in your practice right away. Space is extremely limited to offer a personal experience.

You will learn the science behind skin remodeling and proprietary methods for remarkable results
You will receive a separate certificate from TOMA upon completion and be featured as a provider
You will earn 8 NCCAOM and CA Board PDAs (pending)
Give and receive a microneedling treatment after classroom lecture and demonstration
Tuition includes all required products and equipment – there are no hidden costs or required purchases.

Learn Micro+ Needling, a proprietary facial microneedling technique in person with Tori & Marla from TOMA. Instruction includes hands-on training with the instructors and practice on your colleagues. Leave feeling confident to begin starting the services in your practice right away. The one day earn...

Advanced AcuGlow™ Facial Gua Sha and CuppingSaturday, November 15, 20259:30am – 5:00pmSpace is extremely limited to offe...
08/07/2025

Advanced AcuGlow™ Facial Gua Sha and Cupping

Saturday, November 15, 2025
9:30am – 5:00pm
Space is extremely limited to offer a personal experience.

Location: 1600 Broadway, Oakland CA

Learn the AcuGlow™ , a proprietary facial gua sha and cupping technique in person with Tori & Marla. Instruction includes hands-on training with the instructors and practice on your colleagues. Leave feeling confident to begin starting the services in your practice right away. You’ll also receive the prerequisite online course upon registration which must be completed before the in person course.

You’ll learn proprietary protocols and get hand-on training that incorporates the tenets of Chinese Medicine rituals with facial gua sha and cupping
You will receive a separate certificate from TOMA upon completion and be featured as a provider
You will earn 7.5 NCCAOM and CAB PDAs (pending)

Give and receive the AcuGlow™ Treatment after classroom lecture and demonstration
Tuition includes all required products and equipment – there are no hidden costs or required purchases.

ACCHS is proud to announce a four-day transformational workshop through the ancient wisdom & modern practice of Eastern ...
08/07/2025

ACCHS is proud to announce a four-day transformational workshop through the ancient wisdom & modern practice of Eastern Ash*tatsu.

INSTRUCTOR: Pei Ching Lu

DATE & LOCATION:

11/5~11/8/2025, Wednesday – Saturday: 9am-5:30pm

1600 Broadway, Oakland, CA. 94612, 2nd Floor

CREDITS:
CAB Category 1 (approved)
32 CEUs

FORMAT: IN PERSON

INTRODUCTION TO EASTERN ASHIATSU is a 4-day immersive healing arts course designed to transform students into practitioners through a fascinating blend of ancient wisdom and hands-on mastery, where they dive deep into the world of the Connective Tissue Lattice and the enigmatic San Jiao organ—armed with a comprehensive 108-page manual that becomes their sacred text for the journey. Students will have the opportunity of partnering to practice Hara activation techniques on each other, accurately locate the three Dan Tians (energy centers) through guided meditation and physical exploration, while mastering the ancient art of Ashiatsu—using their feet as precision healing instruments. This course will be interactive and multi-sensory providing details on how energy flows through the meridians, how the Hara complex governs vitality, and how ancient foot pressure techniques can unlock the body’s deepest healing potential, all while building a community of practitioners who learn through touch, observation, and shared experience.

Address

1600 Broadway, Ste 200
Oakland, CA
94612

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 8pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 1pm

Telephone

+15107637787

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