Program Overview

Program Overview

The Chinese University of Hong Kong offers a comprehensive program in Chinese Medicine, specifically the 中醫護膚證書課程 (Chinese Medicine Certificate Course). This program is designed to provide students with a systematic understanding of Chinese medicine and its applications in skin care.

Program Details

• Course Number: Not specified
• Course Type: Part-time
• Start Date: February 4, 2026
• Duration: 90 hours
• Language: Cantonese

Admission Requirements

• Eligibility:
  • (1) Five passes in the Hong Kong Certificate of Education Examination (including Chinese Language), or
  • (2) Five subjects at Level 2 or above in the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education Examination (including Chinese Language), or
  • Equivalent qualifications, or
  • Aged 21 or above with a strong interest in Chinese medicine and a good command of Chinese
• Application Procedure:
  • Submit the application form with:
    • Copies of academic certificates
    • Application fee and tuition fee (by check or bank draft payable to "The Chinese University of Hong Kong")
  • Apply in person or by mail to the address specified

Program Structure

The program consists of five modules, totaling 90 hours, and is expected to be completed within 15-18 months.

Modules

1. 中醫護膚基礎理論 (Chinese Medicine Foundation Theory): 20 hours
   • Introduces the fundamental concepts of Chinese medicine, including holistic views, yin-yang and five elements, qi, blood, body fluids, zang-fu organs, meridians, and acupoints.
2. 中醫護膚實踐 (一) - 中藥、方劑及食療 (Chinese Medicine Practice - Herbal Medicine, Prescriptions, and Dietary Therapy): 20 hours
   • Covers the application of Chinese herbal medicine, prescriptions, and dietary therapy in skin care.
3. 中醫護膚實踐 (二) - 穴位、面膜及其他外用療法 (Chinese Medicine Practice - Acupoints, Face Masks, and Other External Therapies): 30 hours
   • Focuses on the use of acupoints, face masks, and other external therapies in Chinese medicine for skin care.
4. 常見皮膚問題的中醫護理 (Chinese Medicine Care for Common Skin Problems): 10 hours
   • Discusses the Chinese medicine approach to common skin problems, including their causes, symptoms, and treatment methods.
5. 現代皮膚基礎知識 (Modern Skin Care Basics): 10 hours
   • Introduces the basic knowledge of modern skin care, including skin structure, function, nutrition, and common skin diseases.

Certificate Award

Students who meet the attendance requirement (at least 70% attendance for each module) and pass the assessments for each module will be awarded the 中醫護膚證書 (Chinese Medicine Certificate).

Continuing Education Fund (CEF)

This program is listed under the Continuing Education Fund (CEF) and is recognized at Level 2 of the Qualifications Framework. The CEF course code is 41C.

Tuition Fee

• Application Fee: $150
• Tuition Fee: $17,400

Other Programs

The university also offers other programs related to Chinese medicine, including:

• 自主學習系列：中醫食療與養生 - 湯水穴位春夏篇 (Self-Directed Learning Series: Chinese Herbal and Nutritional Therapy - Nutrient Soup and Acupoints for Spring and Summer)
• 基礎中醫藥學證書課程 (Basic Chinese Medicine Certificate Course)
• 詠春拳基礎班 (Wing Chun Basic Class)
• 養生經絡伸展操 (Health Preservation Meridian Stretching Exercise)
• 中醫推拿按摩 (Chinese Medicine Tuina Massage)