Hi, I am a B Sc Yoga Naturopathy Degree holder; can I tell me if I can take up Post-Graduate Diploma Programme in Acupuncture (PGDACP) program offered by IGNOU?

Yes, off course, you can take up Post-Graduate Diploma Programme in Acupuncture (PGDACP) program offered by Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU). The details of the Program are as follows:

Post-Graduate Diploma Programme in Acupuncture (PGDACP)

PG Diploma in Acupuncture programme is now available online. This is an initiative of IGNOU to develop in-house Learning & Content Management System for convey online education. It is a complete virtual learning environment covering all the activities from registration to certification.

Duration:
1 Year to 3 Years

Course Fee:
Rs. 20,000

Age:
No bar

Credit System:
This programme is of 32 credits. The programme will have six theory and four practical components.

Evaluation System
This Programme adopts continuous evaluation system through assignments, practical work, and web conferencing and term-end examination.

Eligibility:
The programme is available to the Medical Graduates (Allopathy, Homeopathy, Ayurveda, Unani, Siddha, Yoga and Naturopathy).

Course Structure

Course Code Course Name Credits
Theory course-1 Basic theories of acupuncture 3
Theory course-2 TCM Diagnosis 2
Theory course-3 Acupuncture Meridians 3
Theory course-4 Basics of Acupuncture Treatment 2
Theory course-5 Treatment of common diseases with Acupuncture 4
Theory course-6 Ear & Scalp Acupuncture 2
Practical course-1 Basic Acupuncture Practical 4
Practical course-2 Acupuncture Point Location 4
Practical course-3 Practical of Basic Acupuncture Treatment 4
Practical course-4 Clinical Acupuncture Practical 4