Full course description
The Auricular Acupressure Training is designed to provide learners with foundational knowledge of the principles and basic applications of auricular acupressure in an online learning format. The program introduces key auricular points, their general functions, and important considerations for safe application. It emphasizes evidence-informed concepts, ethical awareness, and fundamental safety principles to support responsible learning and future skill development.
Learners will gain an overview of how auricular acupressure may complement holistic approaches to health and wellness. This introductory course provides a knowledge base that may support further hands-on training or supervised practice. Through recorded lectures and guided learning activities, learners will develop an understanding of the core concepts and potential applications of auricular acupressure. The program is suitable for healthcare professionals, including nurses, other frontline clinical support personnel, health science students, and individuals interested in holistic approaches to health and wellness. Individuals who complete the modules would receive a micro credential and certificate of competency.
Objectives
After completing this training, learners will be able to:
- Explain the historical development and theoretical principles underlying auricular therapy.
- Identify major anatomical regions of the external ear and their corresponding auricular zones.
- Recognize commonly used auricular points, including master, correspondence, and functional points.
- Describe how auricular points are combined to create basic treatment protocols.
- Demonstrate the general procedures used for locating and stimulating auricular points.
- Apply key safety principles, precautions, and contraindications when using auricular acupressure.
This course provides foundational knowledge and does not substitute for hands-on clinical training, licensure, or supervised practice.
Program Format
5 Asynchronous Modules
Target Audience
Healthcare professionals including registered nurses, nurse practitioners, clinical support staff, health science students, and individuals interested in holistic care
Tuition Remission
This course may qualify for tuition remission. Please review the Tuition Support for Employees website for guidelines. If you are interested in using tuition remission, please email SON-ExecEd@jhu.edu with your request.
Accessibility Statement
JHU SON is committed to providing all participants with the opportunity to pursue excellence in their learning endeavors. This includes providing disability related accommodations and services in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and our goal of delivering accessible, inclusive experiences. If you require accommodations to complete this course, please reach out to the SON Student Disability Services office at SON-SDS@jhu.edu. Please do not include any personal identifiable information such as social security number in any messages.
Refund Policy
Refunds, less a $50 processing fee per person, are provided to participants within 24 hours of registration and prior to starting the modules. Only written requests to cancel will be processed.
Note: If JHU tuition remission is used for payment, no refunds will be provided.