Clinical Training in China

Students undertake an internship program of three months (or 410 hours) duration at the Affiliated University at Jiangxi University of TCM in the People's Republic of China.

Students will be provided with general training involving internal diseases, acupuncture & moxibustion, gynaecology, paediatrics, traumatology, orthopaedics and external diseases.

China Clinical Practicum Information Package

1. Responsibility of the clinical training programme

Responsibility of the Institute:

The Institute is responsible for the following:

• explanation of the China clinical practicum
  
  
• assistance in visa application
  
  
• co-operation between the hospital and the students
  
  
• assistance with arrangement of student's tuition, accommodation and meals, if needed, in the hospital

Responsibility of the Students:

Students are responsible for the following:

• own travel arrangements
  
  
• vaccinations
  
  
• visas application
  
  
• any travel in addition to the training location
  
  
• insurance relevant to the travel
  
  
• all costs associated with the China clinical practicum

2. Introduction to the recommended hospitals

To be advised.

3. Duration of tuition and areas of study

Duration of the China clinical practicum: 410 hours; Hours of tuition: 8 working hours / day, 5 days per week, or by the arrangement. Areas of study: the main departments will be involved:

4. Academic expectations during the China Clinical Practicum

On completion of the required 410 hours study, the hospital will award students with a Certificate of Traditional Chinese Medicine, which is required in the Advanced Diploma of Traditional Chinese Medicine.

Students must:

• Complete the required three (3) months or 410 hours clinical practicum;
  
  
• Satisfy all clinical assessments;
  
  
• Pay all fees relevant to the clinical internship.
  

5. Cost of tuition, accommodation and meals

To be advised

6. Flight arrangements

The Institute may assist students in arranging a bulk discount package for airfare to China. However, this will depend on demand, as many students may wish to take advantage of frequent flight points etc., which will ultimately alter the Institute buying power when it comes to discounts.

7. Visa and passport

Visa

In order to enter China, students must make a visa application. The Institute, if required, will assist in arranging student visas. The Consulate General of the People's Republic of China in Sydney is the official body who issues visas for travellers to China. In order to obtain a visa, students must prepare the following:

• Complete the application form for China Entrance
  
  
• Your passport;
  
  
• One (1) passport photograph of you;
  
  
• Complete an application form for the visa
  
  
• See the requirements for a Visa Application to China

 

Passport

All students require a current passport before departure.

8. Vaccinations

It is advisable that students prepare themselves for the China clinical practicum by ensuring they have appropriate vaccinations, some of these may include vaccines for:

• Hepatitis A
  
  
• Hepatitis B
  
  
• Tetanus
  
  
• Diphtheria

It is suggested that all students contact their medical doctors for suitable vaccination shots and advice prior to their departure to China.

9. Insurance & general health

It is advisable for students to consider an insurance policy (if you don't already have one) to cover their travel and medical needs during their stay in China. The Institute has a list of some insurance providers if students need to contact insurance companies. The insurance policy should cover at least the following:

• Medical expenses through injury or illness;
  
  
• Baggage loss / damage;
  
  
• Loss of credit cards, passport and other important papers / cards;

• Loss of essential clothing;
  
  
• Unforseen circumstances.

All insurance companies vary in cost and range of cover. Therefore, students are advised to 'shop around' for the best deal they can acquire.

NB: Although you may have medical insurance in Australia, it is probable that it may not be valid in China. Please check with your insurance company prior to departing.

10. Climate expectations

To be advised

11. Currency exchange

Chinese dollar is RMB (Renminbi - yuan). As currency from country to country varies on a daily basis, students are advised to visit a bank or lending provider to keep up to date with the current $AUS - $RMB. If cash is required for spending, you must visit a bank in the city as the hospital does not have provisions for currency exchange or banking facilities.

Traveller's Cheques are accepted by all banks and to a smaller extent in larger shopping outlets, but rarely in smaller shops. Credit cards and EFTPOS are accepted mainly in 5 star hotels, department stores and banks. (Most shops do not accept credit cards).