The scope of practice in Integrative Acupuncture Training Level 1 is only for musculoskeletal disorders, however included in the course will be methods of addressing systemic drivers of pain and movement dysfunction. More advanced levels such as IAT Level 2 and IAT Level 3 are required for a more extended scope of practice that includes application in women’s health, cardio thoracic, paediatric and neurology contexts.
This course combined with IAT Level 2 is similar in concept to the International Acupuncture Association of Physical Therapists’ (IAAPT) foundational courses in acupuncture.
For a number of reasons, Covid amongst them, we have changed the way we deliver IAT Level 1. The course is divided into two modules. Module 1 is conducted online and Module 2 is run as an intensive face to face program over three and a half days. These changes mean less travel, accommodation costs, and time off work. We hope that this will make the course more accessible to you.
It is now a prerequisite to have completed a recognised Dry Needling course prior to commencement of Module 2. If you have completed a Dry Needling Course more than 3 years ago we would highly recommend that you complete the APA ADNG Safety Course as a refresher as we will not be covering this as it will be assumed prior knowledge.
The 2023 IAT Level 1 Training will be run through the Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA). The training will run from October 2023 to June 2024 and Module 2 (the face to face component) will be held in Adelaide, SA in late March 2024. Enrolments can be made now through the APA website. Course materials and the online component of the Level 1 Training will be available here on the ASAP website once you have enrolled. You must also be registered as an ASAP member and logged in to access the course materials.
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Module 1
In Module 1 we will deliver all the Foundational Theoretical filters of IA via recorded lectures presented by Paula Raymond-Yacoub, the founder of IAT. There will be a series of zoom tutorials with Paula during this module that will allow for revision and answering questions. In addition there will be online learning modules to consolidate your self directed learning. There is forum for participants to bounce ideas and ask questions from the teaching faculty. To ensure evidence based practice, participants will engage in a collaborative literature review of research. These will be done in small groups and presented during Module 2.
Dates for Module 1:
Module1 will commence with access to online lectures October 2023.
Followed by a series of Zoom Webinars:
Webinar 1: 3-5pm AEST Saturday 25 November 2023
Webinar 2: 3-5pm AEST Saturday 6 December 2023
Webinar 3: 3-5pm AEST Saturday 17 February 2024
Webinar 4: 3-5pm AEST Saturday 9 March 2024
Module 2
Module 2 will be held over three days in Adelaide SA in March 2024.
This section of the course will presented by members of the Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA).
Dates:
Friday 22 March 2024 9am-5pm
Saturday 23 March 2024 9am-5pm
Sunday 24 March 2024 9am-5pm
Level 1 Student Resources & Course Work
Once registered, students of the IAT Level 1 will be able to login to the Student Area of our website to download a pre-reading manual and you will also be able to access other necessary course materials. You will be required to buy a text and point location app for your phone or tablet. Details of this will be supplied upon enrolment.
You will have access to all of the theoretical lectures, which you may view at your own pace. Lifetime access to these lectures enabling their use as refreshers for you into the future is a benefit of your enrolment.
After completing the two modules you will be required to submit a reflective diary covering in detail two patients’ treatment process. This diary forms the assessment of how well you have integrated theoretical knowledge and the practical application of acupuncture in your clinical setting. These diaries will be marked by Paula Raymond-Yacoub.
The IAT Level 1 Training is worth 100 CPD points.
Your CPD certificates will be issued upon completion.
Enrolments
Maximum of 15 participants. Please book early to ensure your place and avoid disappointment.
Registrations for enrolment are now open via the APA website.
You must be a member of ASAP to register and access course material which will be made available here on our website once you have enrolled.
** This course does not claim to offer endorsement for the title acupuncturist with AHPRA.
Cost
The cost of the 2023 IAT Level 1 is paid through the APA website. Please note you will also need to join ASAP to access the corse material.
Early Bird – Non APA Member: $3,541.00
Early Bird – APA Member: $2,361.00
Early Bird – Distance Discount: $2,306.00
Early Bird – Acupuncture & Dry Needling Group: $2,306.00
Registration closing date: 18 Sep 2023
You will receive access to the course material once you have paid in full, joined ASAP and all enrolments have been finalised.
Please note that requests for Withdrawal/Refund after commencement of the Training will be at the discretion of ASAP, and if accepted will incur a $250 administration fee, which will be deducted from course fees before refund is issued.
The IAT Level 1 training is followed by IAT Level 2.