Paediatric Acupuncture Program
Confidently and competently treat babies, children and teenagers
Next Cohort – 2026
Take Care of the Future: Make a Difference & Expand Your Practice
Hear their stories, feel the impact
Christine van Toor-Zaalberg, Holland
Kenna Bouvet, LA.c, USA
Berenice Scheepers, BSc (Hons), UK
Colorado, USA
I learned so much in that course of the foundational knowledge that I need in order to treat children, and I loved it so much that I decided to pay for that course for the employees who work in my clinic in the future because of the high case load that we see of children.
Doncaster, UK
Rebecca's teaching is impeccable. She’s got such a passion for Paediatric acupuncture, and that really comes through in her teachings.
Kassel, Germany
It's nice to be in the comfort of your own home or any surroundings not having to travel to a different place or venue.
New York, New York
Rebecca’s courses have been amazing and I’ve learned SO much. She is thoughtful, thorough and knowledgeable and the course could not be more user friendly Guy. Thank you to you both.
Discover Effective Treatment Protocols for Chronic and Acute Conditions and Build Confidence in Treating Children and Working with Their Families through Comprehensive Online Support
10 Live Sessions
26 hours of interactive learning
27 Hours Pre-Taped Classes
100% Online
300+ Page Workbook
Embed the knowledge with you
International Certificate
on Completion
Core Competencies
- Master Pediatric Pathologies: Diagnose and treat a wide range of common conditions in children of all ages
- Confident Family Management: Navigate treatment with confidence, supporting both children and their families in the treatment room
- Therapeutic Relationships: Build strong, therapeutic relationships with children across all age groups
- Innovative Techniques: Effectively utilize a variety of non-needle techniques tailored for children
- Holistic Family Care: Recognize and manage family dynamics to enhance treatment outcomes
- Understand Growth Dynamics: Deepen your understanding of the physiological differences between children and adults
- Launch Your Clinic: Gain the skills to establish and run your own successful pediatric acupuncture clinic
Practical Applications and Specialized Skills
- Common Childhood Issues: Sleep problems, digestive issues (diarrhoea, constipation, vomiting), and food allergies
- Respiratory and Skin Conditions: Asthma, eczema, and chronic cough
- Behavioral and Emotional Support: ADD, ADHD, anxiety, and depression
- Acute and Chronic Conditions: Ear infections, bed-wetting, as well as Respiratory and Skin Conditions
- Specialized Support: Problems associated with Autistic Spectrum disorders
- And more.....
The next program will start in 2026. Scroll down to join the Early bird price list!
Learn from the World’s Leading Paediatric Teacher & Book Author
In this extensive online training program, you’ll learn from a world-leading expert in the field of paediatrics. Study closely with Rebecca Avern, benefit from her vast experience working with children of all ages, and gain valuable insights and tips.
Rebecca Avern has been treating children with acupuncture for over 20 years and now focuses exclusively on children and teenagers. She founded and runs two children’s acupuncture clinics in Oxford, one of which offers affordable acupuncture and practitioner internships. Rebecca is the author of two books: Acupuncture for Babies, Children and Teenagers, and a guide for both parents and practitioners, Chinese Medicine for Childhood Anxiety and Depression.
She teaches paediatrics in the UK, online, and internationally.
About the Program
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Program Info
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This in-depth program will enable you to expand your practice to treat the whole family. It will fully equip you to treat babies, children and teenagers for physical, mental and emotional conditions. The program will cover the following:
- TCM and 5 Element paediatric basics
- Key paediatric pathologies
- Aetiology of childhood illnesses
- Diagnosis and treatment of most commonly seen paediatric conditions
- An overview of child-friendly needling and non-needle techniques
- The practicalities of working with children and their families
The program includes 27+ Hours of pre-taped classes + 10 live meetings (1.5-4 hours) to ensure all your questions are answered.
Live classes will take place via Zoom and be recorded.
This program includes a unique, 300+ page workbook designed
to help you internalise the material in multiple, interactive ways. By the end of the course, you’ll have created your own comprehensive paediatric manual,
personalised to reflect your learning and growth.
✅ One of the program’s greatest features is you. The group will have an open WhatsApp group where you can exchange information, get reminders, and connect with your fellow students.
✅ Upon completing the program, we will add you to our vibrant graduates’ group, where we share our experiences and knowledge throughout the year.
✅ Exclusive Membership: With the start of the program, you will receive 4 months of free Student Membership to the Hub of Paediatric Acupuncture (HOPA), worth approximately £100, and receive ongoing support with cases and questions throughout the course via a private forum.
Our program offers a comprehensive and enriching learning experience that will significantly enhance your skills in paediatric acupuncture. To get the most out of this opportunity, it’s important to dedicate time to your studies. Plan your schedule to regularly engage with both the pre-recorded modules and live sessions, allowing for thorough understanding and retention.
We recommend setting aside regular study periods each week. Each hour of online study may take 1.5 to 2 hours as you pause, reflect, and absorb the material. This structured approach will help you integrate the extensive knowledge provided.
Your commitment to this journey will ensure you gain the full benefits of the program, preparing you to make a meaningful impact in paediatric acupuncture.
- Housekeeping (30-60 minutes) – To be announced
- February 1st+2nd (3 Hrs +1.5 Hrs)
- February 22nd+23rd (1.5 Hrs + 3 Hrs)
- March 29th+30th (1.5 Hrs + 3 Hrs) *note changes in daylight
- April 26th+27th (3 Hrs + 4 Hrs)
- May 17th+18th (1.5 Hrs + 3 Hrs)
Paris/CET: 17:00 | Pacific Time: 08:00 AM | Eastern Time: 11:00 AM | London: 16:00 | Brisbane: 01:00 AM (! Classes start the day after) | Mumbai: 20:30 | Cape Town: 17:00
Important: That is an international program. The times indicated might change during the program.
To ensure the right timing, please compare to Paris/CET: 5:00 PM.
Live meetings length varies; please mark them correctly in your calendars, or join our Google calendar here. They will be recorded and available for review for at least one year after the completion of the program
THE COMPLETE CURRICULUM
- A live meeting with the program coordinator to help you get oriented; review practicalities and requirements, and clarify everything to do with CEUs & the website.
Introduction to the Treatment of Children
Basic Paediatric Syndromes
The nature of children, according to CM
Getting together
Time for Questions & Answers of Module 1
Diagnosing Babies/Toddlers
Needling a Child
Treatment of sleep issues
Digestive issues (diarrhoea, constipation, vomiting, stomach ache)
Food allergies
Q&A
Your cases
Non-needle Protocols
Eczema
Ear problems
Bedwetting
Q&A,
Your Cases
Cough & Asthma
And time to go over other materials
Talking to kids
Managing the Family in the Treatment Room
Child & Adolescent Mental Health
Acute Conditions
ADHD
Questions
& Case Histories
Q&A,
Your cases
Using Laser
Starting up a paediatric clinic
Closing Ceremony/ Extracurricular
Details for the Autumn 24 Program will be available soon
€1,554
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