Mission Statement and Educational Objectives - Acupuncture and Massage College

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Mission Statement

The mission of Acupuncture and Massage College in Miami, FL (AMC) is to provide our students with a college of natural healing and patient care. AMC is committed to maintaining high standards of education that emphasize principles of ethical behavior. AMC also strives to improve the quality of healthcare in our community by providing a low- cost Community Intern Clinic.

Educational Objectives

Graduates of the Acupuncture and Massage College Massage Therapy Program will be able to:

  1. 1. Demonstrate competency in the theory of Massage Therapy to include Kinesiology, Anatomy, Physiology, and Pathology.
  2. 2. Demonstrate competency in hands-on skills to include Shiatsu, Medical Massage, Hydrotherapy, and Swedish massage.
  3. 3. Assess contraindications to Massage Therapy.
  4. 4. Demonstrate appropriate professional conduct in their relationship with patients.
  5. 5. Pass AMC’s board review exam and National Exam for state licensure.
  6. 6. Be prepared to become entry-level Massage Therapists with a specialty in Shiatsu.

Graduates of the Acupuncture and Massage College Patient Care Technician Program* will be able to:

  1. 1. Demonstrate competency in the theory of Patient Care to include fundamentals of patient care and treatment, medical terminology, medical assisting, medical administrative skills, and structure and function of the body.
  2. 2. Demonstrate competency in the theory and practical skills of electrocardiography techniques and respiratory care.
  3. 3. Demonstrate competency in the theory and practical skills of phlebotomy and injections.
  4. 4. Demonstrate competency in the theory and practical skills of home health aide and geriatric care.
  5. 5. Demonstrate competency in the theory and practical skills of therapeutic procedures and rehabilitative care.
  6. 6. Demonstrate competency in the theory and practice of hemodialysis.
  7. 7. Demonstrate appropriate professional conduct in their relationship with patients.
  8. 8. Pass AMC’s comprehensive exams.
  9. 9. Be prepared to become entry level Patient Care Technicians with a specialty in Phlebotomy, Electrocardiography, and Hemodialysis.

Graduates of the Acupuncture and Massage College's Associate of Arts in Health Science Program will be able to:

  1. 1. Meet all six educational objectives of the Massage Therapy Program (listed above).
  2. 2. Think critically and communicate effectively.
  3. 3. Demonstrate academic skills necessary for continued learning. 

Graduates of the Acupuncture and Massage College Master of Oriental Medicine Degree Program will be able to:

  1. 1. Demonstrate competency in the theories and practice of Traditional Chinese Medicine to include Acupuncture, Moxibustion, Cupping, Herbal Medicine, Asian Bodywork, and Injection Therapy.
  2. 2. Demonstrate competency in the theories and practice of Biomedicine to include Neuromuscular Science, Anatomy and Physiology, Biochemistry/Lab-work/Imaging, Physical Exam, Orthopedic Assessment, Pharmacology, Pathology, and Patient Management & Behavioral Disorders.
  3. 3. Demonstrate competent clinical judgment, assess, and provide appropriate treatment plans.
  4. 4. Communicate with other medical practitioners when appropriate.
  5. 5. Demonstrate appropriate professional conduct in their relationship with patients.
  6. 6. Pass AMC’s comprehensive exams, board review exams, and National Exam for state licensure.
  7. 7. Be prepared to become entry-level Oriental Medicine Practitioners.