Samra University of Oriental Medicine
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The objectives of Samra University have evolved over the years of
its history, yet every effort is made to retain the essence of the
objectives of its founders. Those that cannot be given attention
at this time are still reserved for future times when conditions
allow for their expression.
The educational objectives of Samra University of Oriental Medicine
are to deliver a clear and coherent curriculum plan that provides
the means where by students can acquire and demonstrate the following:
Understanding the foundations of Oriental medicine, as indicated
by students' mastery of basic Chinese medical theory and language
terminology.
Understanding assessment and diagnostic procedures used in Oriental
medicine and demonstrating the capacity to accurately assess and
diagnose patients' patterns of disharmony according to Oriental
medical principles.
Understanding intervention principles and treatment modalities of
Oriental medicine and demonstrating the capacity to competently
design and provide interventions including herbal formulas, acupuncture
treatments, and nutritional, lifestyle, and energetic practice recommendations
Understanding the foundation of Western basic and clinical sciences
and when and to whom to refer patients as necessary, facilitating
effective interactions with Western health care.
Understanding biomedical ethics, legal and professional principles
of practice management.
History
Samra University is one of the oldest schools of Oriental medicine
in the United States. It was founded in 1979, and its acupuncture
program was granted candidate status by the Accreditation Commission
for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine in 1984. Its program was accredited
in 1989, and was reaccredited in 1994, 1999 and 2003.
Programs Offered
Samra University offers a Master of Science in Oriental Medicine
degree. The program is designed to prepare students to sit for licensure
in California and in other states
Students must enter the university with the equivalent of two academic
years (90 quarter units or 60 semester units) of study, then complete
four academic years of study in acupuncture, herbology and Oriental
medicine. This can be completed, full time, in 36 months. The degree
must be earned within 8 calendar years (96 months) from the first
data of enrollment.
