Study the architecture of the classical formulas, learn to master modifications and combinations of herbal prescriptions in a formalised and tangible way.
The Jing Fang Family Formulea Method is assessable and logical, it focuses on the patient’s symptoms and clinical observations which are integrated with precise herb and formula syndromes.
The Jing Fang courses are clinical practice focused, which includes basic tongue diagnosis, palpation of the pulse, abdomen palpation, observation of face and body configurations during live patient clinical practice.
The theoretical and clinical concepts of Jing Fang are the oldest and most authoritative formulation of Chinese medicine, and have been proven highly effective in the clinical practice of internal medicine for nearly two millennia.
Only by understanding this highly developed, clinical and scientific system, that is the foundation and epicentre of Chinese herbal medicine, will you be able to understand later formulas and thus be able to use them knowingly in your clinical practice.
2 Years
88hrs Online Teaching
36hrs In Person Clinical Practice
275hrs Self Study
Total of 399 hours
What you will learn:
Theoretical modules :
History of Jing Fang from Han dynasty to present time.
Introduction to the classical theoretical concepts (Six Levels, Yin Yang, Five Movements theory).
Clinical concepts of Jing Fang; Formula Families (Lei Fang 類 ⽅), Plant syndrome (Yao Zheng 藥證), Constitutions (Ti Zhi 體質) and Formula Syndrome (Fang Zheng ⽅證).
Properties, levels entered, indications and contra indications of individual herbs. Dosage, modifications, and combinations of herbal prescriptions.
Formula Families (constitutions and indications of the various formulas of each family); Gui zhi Family, Fu Ling Family, Chai Hu Family, Ban Xia Family, Huang Qi Family, Gan Jiang Family, Fu Zi Family, Da Huang Family, Huang Lian Family, Ma Huang Family.
Practical Modules :
Pulse palpation : History, positions, how to take the pulse, basic types of pulses, pulse differentiation, pulses and constitutions.
Abdomen palpation : History, anatomical regions, different levels of abdominal palpation, basic palpation techniques, abdominal differentiation, abdomen and constitutions.
Observation of the tongue, the different regions and configurations of the body, complexion and constitution.
Formula preparation methods demonstration with plant and formula tasting.
Practical patient analysis with live clinical cases and clinical cases of famous doctors.
Why studying Jing Fang is the easiest way to learn Chinese Medicine formulas:
Jing Fang has very few herbal formulas, out 178 formulas, 50 are most commonly used in clinic.
Jing Fang uses very few herbs, out of 151 herbs, 80 are most commonly used.
Around 90% of Jing Fang formulas have less than 7 ingredients.
All formulas come from the same book, belonging to the same system.
It has unique and logical herbal combinations and modifications.
The theoretical and clinical concepts of Jing Fang are the oldest and most authoritative formulation of Chinese medicine, and have been proven highly effective in the clinical practice of internal medicine for nearly two millennia.
Only by understanding this highly developed, clinical and scientific system, that is the foundation and core of Chinese herbal medicine, will you be able to understand later formulas and thus be able to use them knowingly in your clinical practice.
Clinical Placement at the International Jing Fang Institute, Nanjing University of China
Students who complete the two year training will have an opportunity to take part in a Clinical Placement at the International Jing Fang Institute of Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, China with Prof. Huang Huang.
Cost : €1800 per year
Payment options and discounts:
Full payment : €1620 (with 10% discount)
Payment in two instalments : €855 x 2 (with 5% discount)
Payment in 4 instalments : €450 x 4
*Students who can’t attend the practical weekends, can still reap the benefits and transform their ability to prescribe Chinese Materia Medica by participating in the online module of our Jing Fang training program. The online module is designed as a complete program in itself, and it is where the core of the program is taught.
*Students do not have to be present for the live online classes. The online classes will be recorded and available to rewatch for 4 days after.
Do you have questions about the program?
Schedule a 15 minute call with Prof. Salustino Z. Wong to ask questions about the course and your future study!
Learn to diagnose and prescribe Chinese Materia Medica with confidence!
Registration closes 1st March 2023. Limited spaces available !