Acupuncture & Dry Needling Courses for Midwives

Breeze Academy’s medical acupuncture and dry needling courses are designed to give midwives the skills and confidence to practice acupuncture and dry needling with their patients as soon as they qualify.

  • The UK's leading acupuncture & dry needling course provider
  • Globally trusted acupuncture and dry needling tutor
  • Over 10 years teaching experience worldwide
  • Consistently rated 5-star by healthcare professionals
  • Clinical reasoning at the heart of delivery
  • Fully accredited by the FHT
  • Courses in every major UK city
  • Triple-locked quality assurance

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Medical Acupuncture & Dry Needling Course (Foundation Level)

Skill level: BeginnerCPD hours: 3 days

An essential course for any healthcare professional looking to provide western medical acupuncture and dry needling for their clients.

Course bookings
8th - 10th Dec 2023 (8:45 AM - 5:00 PM)

Leicester, LE1

£610.00Leicester, LE1

11th - 13th Dec 2023 (8:45 AM - 5:00 PM)

Sheffield, UK, S1

£610.00Sheffield, UK, S1

15th - 17th Dec 2023 (8:45 AM - 5:00 PM)

Edinburgh, EH3

£610.00Edinburgh, EH3

12th - 14th Jan 2024 (8:45 AM - 5:00 PM)

Southampton, UK

£610.00Southampton, SO15 1, UK

26th - 28th Jan 2024 (8:45 AM - 5:00 PM)

London, UK (FULLY BOOKED - please email [email protected] to be added to waiting list)

£635.00London, UK, E1W

26th - 28th Jan 2024 (8:45 AM - 5:00 PM)

Manchester, UK

£610.00Manchester, UK

26th - 28th Jan 2024 (8:45 AM - 5:00 PM)

Bolton University

£595.00 Bolton University

26th - 28th Jan 2024 (8:45 AM - 5:00 PM)

Exeter, UK

£610.00Exeter, UK

2nd - 4th Feb 2024 (8:45 AM - 5:00 PM)

Ipswich, IP2

£610.00Ipswich, IP2

9th - 11th Feb 2024 (8:45 AM - 5:00 PM)

Glasgow, UK

£610.00Glasgow, UK

9th - 11th Feb 2024 (8:45 AM - 5:00 PM)

Newcastle, UK

£610.00Newcastle, Breeze Academy HQ, NE29 6, UK

23rd - 25th Feb 2024 (8:45 AM - 5:00 PM)

Birmingham, UK

£635.00Birmingham (North), Great Barr, B43 7

23rd - 25th Feb 2024 (8:45 AM - 5:00 PM)

Cardiff, UK

£610.00Cardiff, UK

1st - 3rd Mar 2024 (8:45 AM - 5:00 PM)

West London, UK

£635.00West London, W3 6, UK

8th - 10th Mar 2024 (8:45 AM - 5:00 PM)

Leeds, UK

£610.00Leeds, UK

20th - 22nd Mar 2024 (8:45 AM - 5:00 PM)

Barbados

BBD $1500.00Barbados

12th - 14th Apr 2024 (8:45 AM - 5:00 PM)

Australia, Sydney

AUD $1200.00Australia, Sydney

19th - 21st Apr 2024 (8:45 AM - 5:00 PM)

Liverpool, L3 4, UK

£610.00Liverpool, UK

19th - 21st Apr 2024 (8:45 AM - 5:00 PM)

London, UK

£635.00London, E1W 3, UK

10th - 12th May 2024 (8:45 AM - 5:00 PM)

University of Plymouth, UK (Plymouth Students only)

£610.00University of Plymouth, UK (Plymouth Students only)

10th - 12th May 2024 (8:45 AM - 5:00 PM)

Sheffield, UK

£610.00Sheffield, UK

10th - 12th May 2024 (8:45 AM - 5:00 PM)

Nottingham, UK

£610.00Nottingham, UK

17th - 19th May 2024 (8:45 AM - 5:00 PM)

Edinburgh, UK

£610.00Edinburgh, UK

5th - 7th Jun 2024 (8:45 AM - 5:00 PM)

Bristol, UK

£610.00Bristol, BS1, UK

14th - 16th Jun 2024 (8:45 AM - 5:00 PM)

Newcastle, UK

£610.00Breeze Academy HQ, Newcastle, NE29 6, UK

14th - 16th Jun 2024 (8:45 AM - 5:00 PM)

West London, UK

£635.00West London, W3 6, UK

1st - 3rd Jul 2024 (8:45 AM - 5:00 PM)

Belfast, UK

£610.00Belfast, BT12 5, UK

3rd - 5th Jul 2024 (8:45 AM - 5:00 PM)

Manchester, UK

£610.00Manchester, UK

23rd - 25th Aug 2024 (8:45 AM - 5:00 PM)

Glasgow, UK

£610.00Glasgow, UK

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Advanced Skills in Acupuncture

Skill level: AdvancedCPD hours: 100

Enhance your acupuncture and dry needling skills beyond your foundation training, by delving into advanced clinical reasoning and sophisticated needling techniques.

Course bookings
2nd - 3rd Dec 2023 (8:45 AM - 5:00 PM)

Newcastle, UK

£299.00Breeze Academy HQ, NE29 6, Newcastle, UK

20th - 21st Jan 2024 (8:45 AM - 5:00 PM)

London, UK

£299.00London, UK, E1W

11th - 12th May 2024 (8:45 AM - 5:00 PM)

Nottingham, UK

£299.00Nottingham, NG2, UK

18th - 19th May 2024 (8:45 AM - 5:00 PM)

Bermuda

BMD $745.00Bermuda

20th - 21st Jun 2024 (8:45 AM - 5:00 PM)

Newcastle, UK

£299.00Breeze Academy HQ, Newcastle, NE29 6, UK

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ONLINE CPD: Acupuncture for Headaches, Neck and Facial Pain

Skill level: IntermediateCPD hours: 10 hours

Online course covering the application of acupuncture in the treatment of headaches, neck and facial pain.

ONLINE CPD: Acupuncture for Shoulder, Elbow and Wrist Pain

Skill level: IntermediateCPD hours: 10 hours

Online course covering the application of acupuncture in the treatment of shoulder, elbow and wrist pain.

ONLINE CPD: Acupuncture General Update

Skill level: IntermediateCPD hours: 10 hours

This fully online course covers safety, clinical reasoning, combined with easy to apply recipes for conditions at the neck, shoulder, elbow, knee and ankle.

ONLINE CPD: Acupuncture in Women's Health

Skill level: IntermediateCPD hours: 10 hours

Specialist course for those looking to gain confidence in acupuncture and needling for Women’s Health issues.

The Acupuncture Clinical Companion

Skill level: IntermediateCPD hours: As much as you want!

The go-to acupuncture resource for busy clinicians, looking for a quick-to-access, easy-to-follow recipe guide for almost any problem presented in your clinic.

Frequently asked questions

A midwife can practise acupuncture following the successful completion of a Breeze Academy medical acupuncture and dry needling foundation course. The term Acupuncturist, however, is a protected title for those that have completed a relevant degree.

Midwives can use acupuncture and dry needling as part of their usual practice after completing our Medical Acupuncture & Dry Needling Foundation Course. Once successfully completed, we ensure that our foundation course delegates can use acupuncture and dry needling as part of their everyday practice safely, confidently and effectively.

Typically, our foundation level acupuncture and dry needling courses take midwives around one to two months to complete. The online component of our course can be completed in your own time, at your own pace, whilst the in-person workshop is conducted across three days.

Following the foundation course, midwives may decide to advance their training further through one of our online or in-person CPD training courses. Our popular Advanced Skills in Acupuncture Course comprises an online component, as well as a two day in-person training event.

Acupuncture and dry needling can offer several opportunities for midwives, enhancing their practice and patient care in various ways:

  1. Pain Management: Midwives can use acupuncture and dry needling to effectively manage and alleviate pain during pregnancy and childbirth. These techniques provide non-pharmacological pain relief options for expectant mothers, particularly those with musculoskeletal discomfort or specific pregnancy-related pains.

  2. Anxiety Reduction: Managing anxiety and stress during pregnancy and childbirth is crucial. Acupuncture has a calming and stress-reducing effect, helping pregnant individuals cope with anxiety and emotional distress during these critical life events.

  3. Complementary Therapy: Acupuncture and dry needling can complement traditional prenatal and postnatal care, offering additional options for pain relief, relaxation, and emotional well-being.

  4. Holistic Approach: Acupuncture aligns with a holistic philosophy, emphasising the interconnectedness of the body and promoting natural healing. By incorporating acupuncture, midwives can offer a more comprehensive and patient-centred approach to maternity care.

  5. Improved Patient Experience: The integration of acupuncture can lead to increased patient comfort and higher levels of patient satisfaction, making the pregnancy and childbirth experience more positive.

In sum, the integration of acupuncture and dry needling into midwifery can enhance patient care, reduce discomfort, and improve patient outcomes during the crucial stages of pregnancy and childbirth.

The integration of acupuncture into midwifery practice offers significant benefits for expectant mothers and midwives alike. Acupuncture can be a valuable tool in managing pain and reducing anxiety during pregnancy and childbirth. It provides non-pharmacological pain relief options, making the pregnancy and childbirth experience more comfortable and less distressing for expectant mothers. Furthermore, acupuncture's calming and stress-reducing effect contributes to emotional well-being during these critical life events.

The holistic approach of acupuncture aligns with the patient-centred care that midwives aim to provide. It emphasises the interconnectedness of the body and promotes natural healing, supporting a more comprehensive approach to maternity care. The integration of acupuncture can lead to increased patient comfort, improved pain management, and higher levels of patient satisfaction. Additionally, acupuncture offers a non-invasive and drug-free therapy, providing natural and minimally discomforting options for pain management and emotional well-being during pregnancy and childbirth.

It is becoming increasingly common for midwives to incorporate acupuncture into their practice. The integration of acupuncture as a complementary therapy is on the rise within the field of midwifery. Many midwives are recognising the value of offering expectant mothers a more diverse range of treatment options, especially for pain management, emotional support, and overall well-being during pregnancy and childbirth.

This growing trend reflects the demand for holistic and patient-centred approaches to maternity care. Acupuncture can be a valuable addition to traditional midwifery care, providing targeted pain relief, stress reduction, and enhanced emotional well-being for pregnant individuals. The combined use of both therapies is contributing to a more comprehensive and well-rounded approach to maternity care, ultimately leading to improved patient outcomes and satisfaction. Midwives are increasingly incorporating acupuncture into their practice to offer a more holistic and effective approach to patient care, addressing both physical and emotional aspects of the childbirth experience.

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