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	Pacific College of Oriental Medicine: San Diego, CA
Top 10 Reasons to Attend Pacific College of Oriental Medicine 1. Educational Excellence As a student you will receive training on the integrative medicine approach, learning the best from both Eastern and Western medicine theories. Your education will be emphasized 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 have materialized from student 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 offered at our San Diego campus, 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 either our school clinic, or one of our off-site externships located at hospitals, clinics, and designated treatment sites. Working along side acupuncturists, medical doctors, physical therapists, counselors, and other students you will experience treating different types of patients, and put your classroom knowledge into practice. 4. Experienced Faculty Benefit from learning from our varied academic community that includes acupuncturists, medical doctors, massage therapists, herbalists, chiropractors, homeopaths, and Taoist priests. You will have the opportunity to 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, Stand Down, Great American Smoke-out, and the US Open (Golf). Additionally, students can partake in the school's off campus free clinics and our Integrative Medicinal Discussion Group. As a student, you will experience the benefits of being a part of the community, especially during times of need. In the past our students have treated victims of 9/11 and evacuees of the San Diego fires of 2003 and 2007. Be prepared to become a part of the next generation of healers. 6. Personal Growth Opportunities Take 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 classes revolve regularly. 7. Many Scheduling Options Go to school either full time or part time with day, evening, and weekend courses offered to help balance both your work and school 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 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 Profile on the PCOM website to increase their visibility to prospective employers. 10. Alumni Networking After graduation you will be able to connect to our alumni network. 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.
	Pacific College of Oriental Medicine: Chicago, IL
Top 10 Reasons to Attend Pacific College of Oriental Medicine 1. Educational Excellence As a student you will receive training on the integrative medicine approach, learning the best from both Eastern and Western medicine theories. Your education will be emphasized 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 have materialized from student 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 offered at our San Diego campus, 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 either our school clinic, or one of our off-site externships located at hospitals, clinics, and designated treatment sites. Working along side acupuncturists, medical doctors, physical therapists, counselors, and other students you will experience treating different types of patients, and put your classroom knowledge into practice. 4. Experienced Faculty Benefit from learning from our varied academic community that includes acupuncturists, medical doctors, massage therapists, herbalists, chiropractors, homeopaths, and Taoist priests. You will have the opportunity to 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, Stand Down, Great American Smoke-out, and the US Open (Golf). Additionally, students can partake in the school's off campus free clinics and our Integrative Medicinal Discussion Group. As a student, you will experience the benefits of being a part of the community, especially during times of need. In the past our students have treated victims of 9/11 and evacuees of the San Diego fires of 2003 and 2007. Be prepared to become a part of the next generation of healers. 6. Personal Growth Opportunities Take 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 classes revolve regularly. 7. Many Scheduling Options Go to school either full time or part time with day, evening, and weekend courses offered to help balance both your work and school 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 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 Profile on the PCOM website to increase their visibility to prospective employers. 10. Alumni Networking After graduation you will be able to connect to our alumni network. 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.
	Pacific College of Oriental Medicine: New York, NY
Top 10 Reasons to Attend Pacific College of Oriental Medicine 1. Educational Excellence As a student you will receive training on the integrative medicine approach, learning the best from both Eastern and Western medicine theories. Your education will be emphasized 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 have materialized from student 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 offered at our San Diego campus, 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 either our school clinic, or one of our off-site externships located at hospitals, clinics, and designated treatment sites. Working along side acupuncturists, medical doctors, physical therapists, counselors, and other students you will experience treating different types of patients, and put your classroom knowledge into practice. 4. Experienced Faculty Benefit from learning from our varied academic community that includes acupuncturists, medical doctors, massage therapists, herbalists, chiropractors, homeopaths, and Taoist priests. You will have the opportunity to 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, Stand Down, Great American Smoke-out, and the US Open (Golf). Additionally, students can partake in the school's off campus free clinics and our Integrative Medicinal Discussion Group. As a student, you will experience the benefits of being a part of the community, especially during times of need. In the past our students have treated victims of 9/11 and evacuees of the San Diego fires of 2003 and 2007. Be prepared to become a part of the next generation of healers. 6. Personal Growth Opportunities Take 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 classes revolve regularly. 7. Many Scheduling Options Go to school either full time or part time with day, evening, and weekend courses offered to help balance both your work and school 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 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 Profile on the PCOM website to increase their visibility to prospective employers. 10. Alumni Networking After graduation you will be able to connect to our alumni network. 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.