Please read what our students say!

 Having a TCM doctor as Grandfather, I have dreamed of studying TCM since very young. After finishing a bachelor's degree in UBC, My mind was set to following the family path but it was not clear to me which school would offer well-designed program. I had to spend time visiting some schools offering TCM program in Vancouver and when I came to Shang Hai TCM College, I met Dr. Sky along with my childhood friend from Korea. While I was talking to them, I found that my friend had already obtained the license to practice TCM in her age of 23 after finishing 10-semister program of this school and Dr. Sky is very devoted to offer the students the best TCM program. Furthermore, I found that this school is accredited by PCTIA, which meant I can get enough student loan for the program during my study; also, the program is suitable for two kinds of TCM license which gives me more options in my career. Now, in my 6th semester, I enjoy studying TCM more than I expected. The instuctors are all very kind, well prepared and so much experienced. They answer my questions not only from the resource but also from their experience. The small class size gives the students more intimate relationship from one another and lets them cooperate more during the program. Overall, I am glad I made the right choice and I cannot wait until I finsh the program and become a TCM practitioner.
 J. Tjen

. The choice for me is a simple and easy one. The College employs knowledgeable and experienced instructors. These instructors have been practitioners of Chinese medicine for many years; this enables them to apply their own experiences to teaching. This offers the students valuable insights into the study of Chinese medicine and its very practical application in daily life. The close-knit environment of the classrooms provides mutual assistance and learning among the students and fosters a natural desire of learning.
 I. Y. Zhu

..I chose Shang Hai TCM College because of a feeling I had when I first came to the college. The college has relatively small classes which promote and encourage student-teacher relationships, which is conducive to learning this subtle art. The college's teachers are all wonderfully trained professionals, passionate about their work and their commitment in transmitting TCM teachings to their students. With Dr. Sky Liu guiding students through clinic studies with his experience, the college's main commitment is to produce highly skilled practitioners in the field of TCM, who are competent professionals and an asset to their community.
 E. Even

..The benefit to attending Shang Hai TCM College of BC is the focus on course content and education of the students. This is seen in the smaller class sizes, the excellent teachers and family atmosphere which make learning fun and easy. Also, with the expertise of Dr. Sky Liu in acupuncture, the school gives a deeper understanding into its effects and treatment. The attention and knowledge given by the teachers properly prepare each student to not only pass the board exams but also be competent practitioners.
 K. Tano

I have a great interest in TCM, because of the natural ways many illnesses and problems can be treated. I believe TCM is a healthy way of healing the body by the use of acupuncture and natural herbs found here on the earth. I am lucky to have known family members who have encountered TCM, and have had many of their problems solved with the use of TCM. From minor aches and pains to great life altering problems, I have seen many people be restored back to health and in many cases have their lives changed. These amazing experiences have encouraged me to become more and more interested in TCM. As well as my interest in the human body and in helping create health and well being in people's lives, I saw that TCM was an excellent choice of career for me. ..

I chose Shang Hai TCM College as my institute of study, because of the first impression I received upon arrival for a meeting with Dr. Sky. As soon as I stepped in the office I was welcomed with such warmth and cheerfulness that I felt as though I had known everyone there my whole life. By talking to Dr. Sky, current students and teaching staff, I was amazed at how much the school cared in my education and helping me become a wise doctor of TCM. The class sizes being small were another point about the school that drew me in. By the smaller class sizes I believed I would benefit because of the unlimited ability to ask questions and get the help whenever I needed it.Finally, I believe TCM is the perfect career choice for me because of the endless opportunities I will have in helping other people with physical, mental and emotional troubles. I also know that Shanghai College will help me achieving my goals and encourage me to become the finest doctor of TCM that I am able to be.
 M. Dege

 My journey to become a Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine began at the Tzu Chi Institute for Complementary and Alternative Medicine in April 2000. As assistant to the clinic manager, executive director and medical director, I was exposed to a variety of modalities of alternative healing some of which included; Chiropractic, Massage, Naturopathy, Nutrition, Acupuncture, Herbology, Mind-Body medicine, Yoga, Art Therapy, Rieki, and a General Practitioner (MD) who practiced alternatively. I am very thankful for the time that I spent at the Tzu Chi Institute; it was an eye opening time of education and great curiosity about the world of alternative medicine. I was pleased to learn that the mode of healing (alternative healing) my family and myself have believed in all our lives did indeed help to heal. During my time at the Tzu Chi Institute it was the Acupuncture and Herbology (TCM) that fascinated me the most. Exploring one's illness in relation to the mind, body and spirit while not focusing on the "disease" and treating just the symptoms made complete sense. The emphasis on energy and creation of harmony within the body is the most holistic way to heal anyone (and everyone).
 V. Takhar

When I was younger, I was a track and field athlete. At that time, I had the experience to see many athletes who were injured during the training. However, strangely most of the coaching staff took them to the TCM doctors rather than western doctors. Moreover, my friends were easily cured with several needles. So naturally I had much curiosity about acupuncture and was mesmerized with those kinds of miracle hands dreaming I would be the doctor. But as time went by, I was pursuing a so-called successful career in the financial field regardless of my aptitude.  I used to imagine the path I didn't take. Whenever I felt the situation surrounding me was not satisfying, my childhood dream was on my mind. In the long run, I determined to quit the money job to make my TCM doctor dreams come true.
 K. Choi

Shang Hai TCM College of BC is the first accredited TCM school of BC in Canada. It has a long history and a great teaching staff. Many students who have graduated from the school have a good business and help many patients using their TCM skills. So I am sure I can study here, there are many TCM techniques and knowledge about how to be a good TCM practitioner. I think the teachers of the school will give me the best teaching and introducing and help me to grasp enough skills to be a good TCM practitioner. So I choose Shang Hai TCM College of BC as the place where I study TCM.
 Y. Hong Mei

For many years I struggled with the issue of determining what I wanted to do with my life. It very much amuses me that for all of these years, the answer was right in front of my face. My father is a TCM practitioner and until recently, I never really paid much attention to what he did for a living. Now, after much research and thought, it seems that all of my experiences and interests are directing me into the field of Traditional Chinese Medicine. .../However, after making such a life changing decision, I was now faced with selecting a school. Many circumstances contributed to my selection of Shang Hai TCM College as a training facility, yet the single deciding factor for me was the warmth and individual attention that I felt as soon as I walked through the door. Initially, I traveled to Shang Hai TCM College expecting to pick up a general catalog for more information. You can imagine my surprise when I was able to sit down with the Dean of Students for my entry interview that day! Dr. Sky Liu explained to me in a most humbling manner, that the students at Shang Hai TCM College were like his family. He noted that he had been involved with many businesses in the past, and that he was not running this facility for the money. His true intentions were to educate a new generation of exceptional doctors in the ways of TCM. He was most certainly genuine and has continued to be so to this day.
 B. Chang

I have three motivations to study Traditional Chinese Medicine that I have been interested in since I was young. First of all, as a matter of fact, I believe that Traditional Chinese Medicine is very effective in regenerating organic function and treating chronic diseases. My interest in "Traditional Chinese Medicines" increased as a direct result of witnessing Western Medicine's inability to manage diseases of a chronic and systemic nature, such as gastrointestinal cancer, that ultimately ended the life of my close relative when I was young, and seeing that my cousin who had injuries by a car accident 5 years ago would not be cured completely even after 3 time surgeries, but he was cured fully enough by Traditional Chinese Medicine Treatments. Second, it is the fact that Traditional Chinese Medicine has achieved immense fame both at home and abroad, and that more and more people have more interests in the magical effects of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Finally, my father who had a thorough knowledge of Western Medicine as well as was a headmaster of elementary school always wanted me to study Traditional Chinese Medicine while he put great emphasis on that TCM offered many advantages and could be used safely on its own or as an alternative or complementary medicine. But I see now what he meant. He told me a lot then such as information in the area of alternative and complementary medicine, to include acupuncture, homeopathy and the use of herbs and integrating traditional and modern acupuncture with Western Medical Practice, creating a comprehensive approach.
 N. Sup Jo

I want to study Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture because I want to know human body, disease and treatment for it. My health is not well and my biggest problem is a back pain. I have had this pain since five years ago just after my first baby was born, and it was worse after my second baby was born. I tried to take acupuncture and herbal tea many times and these were effective for me. So I became to be interested in the TCM and I wanted to study it. When I had some health problems, I went to see my family doctor. Sometimes, I took tests and medications. After treatments my acute diseases were better but, the other problems - got tired easily, back pain etc. - were not better. So I tried to take acupuncture and herbal tea and I was getting better. I think I need both the western medicine and Chinese medicine now. Here in Shang Hai TCM College, I want to study TCM with western medicine. The western medicine will give me the basic medical knowledge and I expect to learn a lot along with TCM.
 S.Y. Kim  

 Since then I've been interested in TCM and I have tried to understand how it can work. I learned Korean hand & foot acupuncture and acupressure. Besides, I studied other traditional physiotherapy by myself through books. While I was studying those therapies, I realized that there is an infinite potential of self-cure system in human body as well as more effective treatment if I use more than one of therapies properly. Also, I've been feeling there's more to it than that I know. This is why I want to study in Shang Hai TCM College. Furthermore, it could open marvelous possibility of medical treatment nobody could imagine so far if western medicine is combined with oriental medicine. If western medicine is complemented with TCM, we can expect to jump on the higher healing therapy for the human body. Anyone who works in healthcare field should make it a rule to respect human dignity. To cure disease is holy work. No matter whom they are, regardless of race, religion, skin color and political issue should be treated with same respect as the "Hippocratic oath". To share patients' pain and understand them is important as well, besides, one should keep studying against new diseases.
 S.T. Chung

 I believe that the practice of TCM will grow and continue to grow, especially when colleges like Shang Hai TCM College and Clinic produce quality practitoners of western world descent.I chose this school over the other schools because of the smaller class sizes. The smaller classes allow for classroom discussion and a personalized approach to instruction and learning. The college offers a unique blend of Eastern history, culture and expertise into a North American environment. I found the faculty to be very knowledgeable and very willing to bring a balance between text book theories and clinical experience together to make my learning experience unforgettable. I especially found the in-house clinical experiences very helpful and insightful. Dr. Sky brought acupuncture alive for me and I will bring those experiences with me into my practice. I believe that the faculty truly work hard and have my best interests at heart. ..I have had a positive experience since attending this college and have made lasting friendships and possible future partnerships.
 D. Hill