Diploma in Chinese Herbal Medicine
Add classical Chinese herbal medicine to your practice.
A three-year diploma for qualified acupuncturists. Accredited by the EHTPA, with hybrid learning led by lecturers in the UK and China, in collaboration with Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Study trip
Experience Chinese medicine in Shanghai
Clinical observation at Longhua Hospital and learning with experienced practitioners in Shanghai.
Learn at your own pace
Phoenix Books & Traditional Formulas recordings
Textbooks and recorded lectures with Professor Zanyu Chen, for study at home or in the clinic. Save when you buy more recordings.
EHTPA
accredited diploma
SHUTCM
in collaboration with Shanghai University of TCM
Since 2012
teaching Chinese medicine
At a glance
Explore Phoenix Academy
Start with our accredited diploma or foundation course, join our clinical study trip to Shanghai, or learn at your own pace with our books and recordings.
For qualified acupuncturists
Diploma in Chinese Herbal Medicine
Three years of classical Chinese medicine theory, herbs and formulas, and clinical application. Accredited by the EHTPA.
Dates to be announced
Foundation Course in Chinese Medicine
A grounding in the theory and principles of Chinese medicine, taught online.
Applications open
Shanghai Study Trip
See Chinese medicine in practice at Longhua Hospital, with teaching from leading doctors in Shanghai.
Learn at your own pace
Books & recordings
Phoenix Books and our Traditional Formulas recordings, for study at home or in the clinic.
Diploma in Chinese Herbal Medicine
Ready to apply?
Hybrid learning: live online weekend lectures recorded on Moodle, plus in-person clinical practice, and a pathway to membership of professional bodies such as the RCHM and ATCM. Alumni may be eligible for exemptions.
How to enrol
- Apply onlineComplete the short application form.
- Speak with usAn informal conversation to answer your questions.
- Secure your placeComplete enrolment and payment, then receive your welcome pack.
About Phoenix Academy
Our story
Backed by our sister company, Phoenix Medical, we have been building bridges between traditional Chinese medicine and modern healthcare for over a decade. In partnership with Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, our three-year Herbal Medicine Diploma blends classical theory with modern clinical practice.
Why Phoenix
Timeless wisdom, modern application
EHTPA accredited
A recognised route to membership of professional bodies such as the RCHM and ATCM.
With Shanghai University of TCM
Teaching links and resources through our collaboration with SHUTCM.
Expert teachers
Learn live online from experienced doctors and lecturers across a range of specialist topics.
Hybrid learning
Live online weekend lectures you can rewatch, plus in-person clinical practice.
Classical foundations
Rooted in classical Chinese medicine theory, applied to modern practice.
Built for practitioners
Designed for qualified acupuncturists who want to add herbal medicine to their clinic.
Register your interest
Shanghai Study Trip
Learn in Shanghai, with clinical observation at Longhua Hospital and teaching from experienced doctors. A rare chance to see classical Chinese medicine practised at scale.
- Clinical observation at Longhua Hospital
- Teaching from experienced doctors in Shanghai
- Dates and cost to be announced: register your interest to hear first
“I went on the Shanghai study trip, and it was organised so smoothly from the first to the last day. Longhua Hospital had everything I expected, with excellent departments and doctors. Overall it was a great trip – highly recommend!”
Oktay TulgaPhoenix Academy student
What our students say
“I am so happy I did the Herbal Course at Phoenix Academy. The course was very well organised with highly experienced TCM Doctors. This course gave me the skills and confidence to modify and prescribe herbs to my clients.”
Maria Amparo MichavilaPhoenix Academy student
“Thanks to Phoenix Academy’s amazing teachers I have become a better practitioner, my knowledge has deepened and new paths of wonder have opened.”
Elda EdwardsPhoenix Academy student
“Great lecturers, classes and assessment. Love all the different teaching styles and willingness to share knowledge!”
Dr Clare ChoakPhoenix Academy student
Phoenix Books & Recordings
Study classical Chinese medicine at your own pace
Specialist textbooks, including Dr Wei-Chieh Young’s Tung’s Acupuncture series, and recorded lectures with Professor Zanyu Chen, for study at home or in the clinic.
Phoenix Books
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Traditional Formulas recordings
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The more you choose, the less each costs
- £19.991 recording
- £17.99each for 2+
- £15.99each for 5+
- £13.99each for 10+
- £11.99each for 25+
- £9.99each for all 51
- Secure checkout
- UK delivery £6.95, free over £230
- Bundle savings applied automatically in your basket
Our teachers
Learn from leading experts in Chinese medicine
Professor Zan Yu Chen
Course Leader & Lecturer
Professor Fan Yi Meng
Course Leader & Lecturer
Professor Kai Cun Zhao
Course Leader & Lecturer
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