The Digital Guild:
Advanced Online Acupuncture CEUs
Master the medicine from anywhere. Access our library of rigorous, recorded clinical seminars and earn your NCCAOM PDA-approved continuing education points.
BROWSE ALL COURSES →Bridging the Gap Between School Theory and Clinical Reality
We are not here to help you simply check a box for your license. The American Acupuncture Guild provides serious, authoritative continuing education for practitioners who demand competence and results over comfort.
Our digital curriculum is drawn directly from our live, high-stakes clinical mentorship sessions. We discard outdated academic abstraction and focus entirely on applied intelligence—teaching the exact systems and methods used by elite professionals to manage complex, unpredictable patient presentations.
Verified Protocols
A curated library of high-impact clinical modules. Stop guessing. Start treating. Filter by expert or discipline below.
Transport Acupoints of the 12 Regular Channels
Explore the reason for, and importance of, the 5 hand and foot transport (Shū - 輸) acupoints on the 12 Regular Channels — including the additional 3 non-Shū acupoints — contrasted with the Back Shù (腧) acupoints on the Bladder Channel. Ends with Channel relationships for clinical results.
The Foundations of Chinese Medicine
Chinese medicine isn't just needles and herbs, it's a complete system rooted in Dào, Qì, and the interplay of Heaven, Human, and Earth. Explore the cultural and philosophical foundations that shaped this ancient practice.
Acute Interventions: Immediate Relief
When acute problems strike (sprains, burns, trauma), medicine must be fast. Learn the specific herbal and needle protocols for immediate results.
Clinical Applications of 5 Phases
Move beyond theory. Develop concrete treatment strategies using acupoints, essential oils, and herbs based on a deep understanding of the 5 Phases.
5 Phases & Chinese Medicine
Explore the origins of the Phases integrated with the 5 Zang, 6 Fu, and the Channel System. Essential context for psychological and physiological diagnosis.
Yijing: Unlocking Yin & Yang
Drawing from the Yijing (Classic of Changes), this class develops a sophisticated understanding of how yin and yang interact and transform in the body.
Master Tung System
An introduction to the Tung system. Understand the theory behind the points, why they work, and learn key combinations for pain syndromes.
Pain Management Protocols
If you struggle with pain patients, this is the fix. Learn to think about and treat pain using a rigorous channel-based approach rather than guessing.
Treating Migraines
Migraines are often easier to treat than you think. This class reveals proven techniques for consistent, rapid improvements that build patient trust.
Clearing Spirits: 5 Element Protocols
Learn the 3 basic protocols for depossession, when to use them, and how to explain them to patients. Rooted in classical principles.
Five Phases as Yin & Yang
A perspective on the Five Phases focused on movements of qi within the body. Learn the detailed connection between Yin/Yang and the elements.
Tongue Diagnosis
The tongue is a mirror of the torso. Understand how the 5 Zang Organs circulate Blood and Qi through precise tongue analysis skills.
Introduction to Dietary Therapy
Food is medicine. This course covers the basics of dietary therapy, distinguishing it from herbal medicine. Based on Dr. Caron's semester course.
NCCAOM PDA-Approved Training
The American Acupuncture Guild is a registered provider of continuing education. Every course in our national curriculum is designed to meet the rigorous standards of the NCCAOM.
Receive your course link immediately after purchase.
Complete a brief quiz to verify your mastery of the material.
Download your PDA certificate as soon as you pass.
Clinical FAQ
Are these courses approved in my state?
Most states accept NCCAOM PDA points. We recommend checking with your specific state board for unique local requirements.
How long do I have to watch?
You have unlimited, lifetime access to your purchased courses. Learn at your own pace from any device.
What if I fail the quiz?
Our goal is clinical competence. You may retake the assessment as many times as needed until you pass.