Healing with the Hands
Tui-na is a manual therapy that is one of the four branches of TCVM. From a conventional medicine perspective, Tui-na can be thought of as a combination of acupressure, conventional massage, and chiropractic techniques. It can be used to regulate the Channels, soothe joints, promote circulation of Qi and Blood, strengthen the immune system, and promote normal function of the Zang-Fu organs. Tui-na is most commonly used to treat acute and chronic musculoskeletal conditions and is also useful as a preventative medicine therapy because it promotes balance in the body. It can also be used in conjunction with acupuncture and herbal medicine to enhance treatments. Tui-na provides a treatment option for patients with an aversion to needles. It is safe and effective with no known side effects.
Tui-na Techniques
Although veterinarians must receive specialized training in the techniques and applications of Tui-na, once mastered, several Tui-na techniques can be taught to caretakers for home treatments. Mo-fa (touching skin and muscle), Rou-fa (rotary kneading), Ca-fa (rubbing), Tui-fa (pushing), An-fa (pressing), Nie-fa (pinching), Dou-fa (shaking), Ba-shen-fa (stretching) and Cuo-fa (kneading) are techniques that caretakers can learn and use to accelerate the healing process and deepen the connection with their animals.
Course Overview
The Veterinary Tui-na course is a 30-hour course that certifies veterinarians in Veterinary Tui-na (Chinese Medical Manipulation) therapy. This course is hybrid, with an online and on-site portion. The on-site portion is held in Seoul, South Korea. The course is offered for small animal veterinarians. Lectures and labs cover treatment options for small animals patients. Hands-on learning is heavily emphasized in the Tui-na course, and wet labs take up most of the on-site session. In wet labs, students can practice Tui-na techniques on live animals.
This course is limited to 20 students.
Course Features
Learn another treatment option for patients sensitive to needles
9.5 hours of intensive hands-on learning with live animal wet labs
Enjoy the convenience of online learning in 18 hours of online fundamentals
Receive a CVTP certification from Chi after completion of course requirements
Free life-time case consultation with TCVM experts
Veterinary Tui-na
Taught in English
Labs are taught in Korean
For South Korean veterinarians & veterinary students only
30 CE Hours
Prerequisites
Prerequisites
Students wishing to enroll in the Veterinary Tui-na course must have knowledge of TCVM, and must fulfill one of the following two requirements:
- Completion of at least one session of veterinary acupuncture at Chi or another accredited institution
- Completion of the TCVM Fundamental Theories lecture series online module
Curriculum
Tui-na
Dr. Han Ping’s Six Systems
2h
Tui-na Techniques in Dogs with Live Dog Demos
2h
Tui-na Techniques in Cats with Live Cat Demo
1h
How to Integrate Tui-na in Pain Management and Neurological Cases in Dogs and Cats
2h
History, Indication and contraindication of Tui-na
1h
Buildup of your Qi: Qi-gong Exercise
1h
Overview and Bai-dong-fa (Tui-na Techniques 1,2) and Putting Together All Techniques to Apply to Fellow Student
1h
Mo-ca-fa (Tui-na Techniques 3,4) and Putting Together All Techniques to Apply to Fellow Student
1h
Ji-ya-fa (Tui-na Techniques 5,6 ) and Putting Together All Techniques to Apply to Fellow Student
1h
Benefits of Animal Tui-na Techniques from a Veterinarian and Oriental Medicine Doctor’s Perspective
1.5h
Tui-na package method
1.5h
Practice Tui-na Techniques 1-6 on Dogs
2h
Real Cases with Group Presentation
3h
Tui-na for Neurological Disharmonies in Small Animals
2h
Tui-na for Musculoskeletal Disorders and Pain Management in Small Animals
2h
Tui-na for Internal Medical Conditions in Small Animals
2h
Tui-na Tools for Geriatrics and End-of-life Care in All Species
2h
Tui-na in Avian and Exotic Zoo Animals
2h
Certification
CVTP Certification
Students who complete the Certified Veterinary Tui-na (Chinese Medical Manipulation) course are eligible for the Certified Veterinary Tui-na Practitioner certification, endorsed by Chi University. The CVTP certification requirements are as follows:
Be a veterinarian
Completion of the Chi Certified Veterinary Tui-na Course
Pass the take-home exam
Submission of one veterinary Tui-na case report to be approved by Chi faculty
Instructors
Huisheng Xie
BS-vet med, MS-vet acupuncture, PhD Professor and founder of Chi University
Dr. Xie has 43 years of clinical, teaching, and research experience in veterinary acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM). He has been invited to deliver lectures for more than 200 veterinary organizations and universities in over 30 countries, including WSAVA, AVMA, the Western Veterinary Conference, VMX/NAVC, and AAEP. He has trained over 12,000 veterinarians to practice TCVM worldwide. Dr. Xie is also the author of over 140 peer-reviewed papers, and 35 textbooks including Xie’s Veterinary Herbology and Xie’s Veterinary Acupuncture, which have been used for TCVM training courses around the world. He built the longest standing Veterinary Medical School’s acupuncture service in the US in 1999 and acupuncture internship program in 2003 and served as a clinical professor at the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine until 2021. He is also an honorary professor at China Agricultural University, South China Agricultural University, and Southwest University. Dr. Xie continues to teach and develop educational courses and programs at Chi University.
Read moreSakyeng Shin
DVM, PhD, CVA, CCRV, CVFT, CVCH, CVTP, CTCVMT, CCRT
Dr. Sakyeng Shin graduated from Chungnam National University College of Veterinary Medicine. In 2010, she received one year of direct clinical training in Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine under Dr. Huisheng Xie at the University of Florida. After returning to Korea, she has dedicated her career exclusively to animal acupuncture and rehabilitation medicine.
Dr. Shin also pursued advanced studies at the University of Florida and Seoul National University.
Since 2016, she has been leading major Chi University certification programs in Korea, including CVA (Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist), CCRV (Certified Canine Rehabilitation Veterinarian), CVTP (Certified Veterinary Tui-na Practitioner), and CCRVT (Certified Canine Rehabilitation Veterinary Technician), contributing significantly to the advancement of integrative veterinary medicine in Korea.
Directors
Sakyeng Shin
DVM, PhD, CVA, CCRV, CVFT, CVCH, CVTP, CTCVMT, CCRT
Dr. Sakyeng Shin graduated from Chungnam National University College of Veterinary Medicine. In 2010, she received one year of direct clinical training in Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine under Dr. Huisheng Xie at the University of Florida. After returning to Korea, she has dedicated her career exclusively to animal acupuncture and rehabilitation medicine.
Dr. Shin also pursued advanced studies at the University of Florida and Seoul National University.
Since 2016, she has been leading major Chi University certification programs in Korea, including CVA (Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist), CCRV (Certified Canine Rehabilitation Veterinarian), CVTP (Certified Veterinary Tui-na Practitioner), and CCRVT (Certified Canine Rehabilitation Veterinary Technician), contributing significantly to the advancement of integrative veterinary medicine in Korea.
Enrollment Options
Semester
2026 (Waitlist)
Schedule & Tuition
TCVM Fundamental Theories
Online
Open enrollment in 2026
Duration: 3 months
$100.00
Tui-na
Online Portion
Aug 1 - Nov 30, 2026
On-site Portion in Seoul, South Korea
Sep 6 - 7, 2026
Includes the CVTP Certification
$2,150.00
Location
7, Samseong-ro, 133-gil
Gangnam-gu, Seoul
Republic of Korea
Contact for hotel & accommodation recommendations
Dr. Shin
chiunikorea@gmail.com
+ 82-2-6952-7524/ +82-10-2414-5602
Payment Information
A $100.00 non-refundable course deposit is charged upon enrollment to reserve your seat.
Payment is due 30 days before the start date of each session, course, or event.