Acupressure Certification for Nurses: On-Demand
Discover the Healing Art of Acupressure and Elevate Your Clinical Practice
Transform your nursing practice with our Acupressure On-Demand Course — earn 6 AHNA-approved contact hours, reduce burnout, and master evidence-based, holistic acupressure techniques for pain relief and improved well-being, entirely on your own schedule.
Why Enroll in This Acupressure Certification?
- Introduction to AcupressureHistory, fundamentals, and evidence-based applications.
- 5 Element TheoryUnderstanding the mind-body connection.
- 12 Core Acupressure PointsTechniques to address pain, sleep, mood, and immune support.
- Practical ModulesTechniques for real-world application in nursing.
- Self-Care for NursesStress management and emotional wellness strategies.
Course Curriculum
Foundations of Acupressure (4 Lessons)
- Traditional Chinese Medicine: History and Evidence-Based Research
- Acupressure in Nursing Practice: Scope, Safety, Ethics & Clinical Integration
- Foundations of Traditional Chinese Medicine: Qi, Yin-Yang Balance, and the Meridian System
- Acupressure Meridians and Point Location: A Clinical Guide for Nurses
Acupressure Points and Energetic Imbalances (2 Lessons)
- Assessment, Energy Imbalances and Acupressure Protocols
- Assessment, Energy Imbalances and Acupressure Protocols — Part 2
Course Completion (1 Lesson)
- Completion Instructions for Your Continuing Education Certificate
Who Should Attend?
This course is ideal for compassionate, holistic-minded nurses who desire a patient-centered approach that integrates non-pharmacological pain management and mindfulness.
Disclosures & Approval
To successfully complete this course and receive 6 contact hours, participants must:
- View 90% of all 6 enduring videos (total of 6 hours of content)
- Complete a post-test with a score of 80% or higher
Course taught by Dr. Vanessa Ruiz, ND, RN-BSN and Jim Keegan. This is an online course. After registration, participants receive an educational portal to access modules online.
No one with the ability to control content of this activity has a relevant financial relationship(s) to disclose with an ineligible company.
This nursing continuing professional development activity was approved by the American Holistic Nurses Association, recognized as an approver of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.
AHNA #2001 · Expires 5/27/2028
Approval for contact hours through the American Holistic Nurses Association is based on an assessment of the educational merit of this program and does not constitute endorsement of the use of any specific modality in the care of clients.
What Nurses Are Saying
"This class was exceptionally informative and well organized. The information taught in each module is invaluable, and I will be able to apply it daily with most, if not all, of my clients."
"Dr. Vanessa is so knowledgeable and kind. I am so inspired with the applications to my nursing practice."
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the benefits of this program?
Nurses report increased confidence in holistic pain management, improved emotional regulation skills, and stronger patient-centered communication grounded in mind-body principles.
Who is this training for?
Nurses who want evidence-informed, non-pharmacological tools that align with holistic nursing standards and professional scope.
Is this course fully self-paced?
Yes. All 6 lessons are on-demand, so you can complete them entirely on your own schedule with no live session requirements.
How long do I have to complete the course?
You'll have ongoing access to complete the modules and post-test at your own pace.
What if I'd rather join a live cohort?
The same certification content is available as a live, online cohort with scheduled sessions if you prefer real-time instruction.
Are payment plans available?
Yes. Flexible payment options are available at checkout.
Acupressure Certificate for Nurses — On-Demand
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- Unlimited lifetime access to course
- 6 hours of on-demand video content
- 6 AHNA-approved contact hours
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Foundations of Acupressure
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Foundations of Acupressure and Five Element Theory - Part 1
This session includes an overview of acupressure covering its history, research, benefits, ethics, and the healing philosophy of the 5 Element Theory. It also includes a review of anatomy and physiology, detailed study of energy meridians, and an introduction to 12 key acupressure points.
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Foundations of Acupressure Part 2 - Meridians and Palpation
This session includes an overview of acupressure covering research, benefits, scope of practice and ethics and the meridians.
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Traditional Chinese Medicine: History and Evidence Based Research
Explore the history and science of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and acupressure in this engaging educational video designed for Nurses. Learn how ancient healing principles—rooted in meridian theory, Qi flow, and the balance of Yin and Yang—intersect with modern research on pain relief, stress reduction, and nervous system regulation.
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Acupressure in Nursing Practice: Scope, Safety, Ethics & Clinical Integration
This session includes an overview of acupressure covering research, benefits, scope of practice and ethics in the clinical integration of Acupressure.
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Foundations of Traditional Chinese Medicine: Qi, Yin-Yang Balance, and the Meridian System
Explore the foundational principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) in this educational video focused on Qi, Yin and Yang, and the meridian system. Learn how the flow of Qi through interconnected pathways influences health, balance, and disease, and how disruptions in this system manifest clinically.
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Acupressure Points and Energetic Imbalances
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Assessment, Energy Imbalances and Acupressure Protocols
This session explores assessment tools to help you understand imbalances in the Energy Meridians, along with the most common deficiency and excess patterns. You’ll gain confidence in utilizing Acupressure with protocols for stress, insomnia, fatigue and more.
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Assessment, Energy Imbalances and Acupressure Protocols - Part 2
This session explores assessment tools to help you understand imbalances in the Energy Meridians, along with the most common deficiency and excess patterns. You’ll gain confidence in utilizing Acupressure with protocols for stress, insomnia, fatigue and more.
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Course Completion