Why Study at LCTA?

You can study what you like, when you like, how you like - there is more flexibility here than anywhere else.

We offer courses in all branches of Oriental medicine: acupuncture, herbs, tui na massage and qi gong. Take your pick, studying one subject or several, all under one roof.

We are easy to get to on public transport and by car and are based in London. Need we say more?

People say it “just feels right” here - and it does. Make yourself at home. We’re all here because we love what we do. Come and see for yourself.

Graduating from our accredited courses ensures your credentials are recognised at the highest level across the board, both professionally and academically by those who count.

Our courses are very practical, with a high proportion of clinical experience right from the start. This means you will learn to think and breathe Oriental medicine, not just pass exams in it.

You will receive a broad and thorough grounding in Oriental medicine so that you can competently use all of the tools in your toolbox, not just one or two.

Our staff come from many backgrounds and are all experts in their various fields. Their diverse backgrounds and interactive teaching style are two of the things we are best known for and most proud of. As a student, you could not be in more capable hands.

Holism - the idea that the mind, body and spirit cannot be separated - is central to everything we do, and we encourage you to develop a holistic life view.

We are small enough to know your name but large enough to be professional and we have been running courses in Oriental medicine for 17 years. You can trust that we know what we are doing.

We listen to our students and support our graduates.

Our students are from the UK and abroad and from all walks of life. If you want a change of career, you’ll find that there is a course here for you.