Top 10 Reasons to Attend Pacific College of Oriental Medicine
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1. Educational Excellence As a student you will receive training in the integrative medicine approach, learning the best from both Eastern and Western medicine theories. Your education will be enhanced with hands-on training and in class exercises that will prepare you for a career after graduation. At Pacific College, student feedback is welcomed. Many changes within the college are the result of suggestions. 2. Professional degrees from Associates to Doctorate Achieve your educational goals and cultivate your professional skills within our school setting. From an associate’s degree to a doctorate, you can learn the basics of Oriental medicine and continue to grow your skills all in one place. 3. Hands-on Training As a treating intern, you will gain first hand knowledge of working in a clinic. You will have the opportunity to work at both our college clinic, and our off-site externships located at hospitals, clinics, and designated treatment sites. Working alongside acupuncturists, medical doctors, physical therapists, counselors, and other students, you will have the opportunity to treat different types of patients, and put your classroom knowledge into practice. 4. Experienced Faculty Benefit by learning from our varied academic community that includes acupuncturists, medical doctors, massage therapists, herbalists, chiropractors, homeopaths, and Taoist practitioners. Dialogue with our expert team on everything from the fundamentals of traditional Oriental medicine to the problems that affect patients in today’s modern culture. 5. Community Involvement Get involved in our community outreach events. Each year you will have the opportunity to treat the general public during various health and wellness events including Chinese New Year, Vietnam Veterans Stand Down, Great American Smoke-out, and various expos. Additionally, students can partake in the school’s off campus free clinics and our Integrative Medical Discussion Group. As a student, you will experience the benefits of being a part of the community and assisting in times of need. In the past our students have treated survivors of 9/11 and evacuees of the San Diego fires of 2003 and 2007. You will be prepared to become a part of the next generation of healers. 6. Personal Growth Opportunities TTake advantage of our free and donation-based yoga, tai ji, tai ji push hands, meditation, and martial arts classes. Each semester you will have the opportunity to try something new as our class choices change term to term. 7. Many Scheduling Options Attend either full time or part-time with day, evening, and weekend courses offered to help balance your work and academic schedule. 8. Financial Aid & Scholarships If you qualify for federal student aid, you may receive tuition assistance for the majority of our degree programs. As a student you can apply for various outside scholarships based both on financial need and academic merit. 9. Career Development As a graduate you will benefit from our alumni career services, continuing education opportunities, and job placement assistance. Alumni can post their Practitioner Profiles on the Pacific College website to increase visibility to prospective employers and patients. 10. Alumni Networking After graduation you will be able to connect to our alumni network and forums. By interacting with our alumni, you will have the opportunity to share treatment protocols, business advice, case studies, and job opportunities while building a true community of healers. |