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Diploma In Dry Needling & Medical Acupuncture
Complete a Diploma in Dry Needling / Medical Acupuncture and become a fully qualified Dry Needler or Medical Acupuncturist, all accredited by IAOMM
Built on the foundation of our internationally published dry needling textbook and Amazon #1 best seller:
✅87+ HD technique videos for full MSK pain management.
✅ 5 supporting PDF eBooks covering
- EBM Theory
- Acupuncture Research
- Pain Management
- Needling Safety and
- Clinical Application
✅Full-body MSK techniques, including specialist training for TMJ, cervical spine, deep spinal work, and upper/lower extremities.
✅Clear guidance on integrating dry needling into practice, with risk management and safety essentials.
✅ End-of-course exam to confirm your competency.
✅ 12 months full access to all training materials.
✅Full insurance available post-qualification via BGI (www.bgi.uk.com)
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60 CPD Hours
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Fully Accredited by IAOMM
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87+ HD videos
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Recognised Qualification
All OMT courses are accredited by the International Association of Manual Medicine (IAOMM)
The Course Overview
Dry Needling and Medical Acupuncture Theory
This theoretical module provides the essential knowledge you need before progressing to practical needling skills.
What You Will Learn
Foundational Concepts
Physiological Mechanisms
Safety & Risk Management
Acupuncture Safety Test
Clinical Decision-Making & Professional Practice
- Key terminology used in Medical Acupuncture and Dry Needling
- How acupuncture influences pain relief and pain control
- The role of Trigger Point Theory in dry needling
- Overview of current research supporting MA/DN
Physiological Mechanisms
- Diagrams illustrating:
- Acupuncture-induced analgesia
- Central pain modulation mechanisms
- Clinical application of MA
Safety & Risk Management
- Core safety principles for MA and DN
Acupuncture Safety Test
- Certificates for:
- Safety in Medical Acupuncture
- Safety in Dry Needling
Clinical Decision-Making & Professional Practice
- When and why to use MA/DN
- Selecting the correct needle
- Informed consent and treatment advice
- Proper glove use in clinical practice
- Safe needling skills: handling, inserting, and manipulating needles
- Managing stuck needles and minor bleeding
- Planning effective, patient-centred treatments
- Using consent documents
Having completed this theoretical module, you now possess the essential foundational knowledge required to progress safely and confidently into practical needling skills. You have explored the science, mechanisms, safety principles, and clinical reasoning that underpin effective Medical Acupuncture and Dry Needling practice.
With a clear understanding of when, why, and how to apply these techniques—alongside the ability to make informed, patient-centred decisions—you are now well prepared to advance to the hands-on training component and begin developing your practical competencies.
Upper MSK Techniques
Using Medical Acupuncture & Dry Needling
Throughout this module, you will learn techniques for the following muscles and regions:
Cranial & Facial Region
- Frontalis
- Procerus
- Temporalis
TMJ & Jaw Musculature
- TMJ Technique
- Masseter
- Lateral Pterygoid
- Digastric Muscle
- Suprahyoid Group
Cervical Region
- SCM
- Sub-Occipitals
- Splenius Capitus
- Splenius Cervicus
- Longus Capitus
- Longus Colli
- Posterior Scalenes
- Interspinales
Shoulder Girdle & Scapular Stabilisers
- Levator Scapula
- Trapezius
- Rhomboids
- Supraspinatus
- Infraspinatus
- Subscapularis
- Teres
- Deltoid
- Coracobrachialis
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Serratus Anterior
- Serratus Posterior Superior
- Serratus Posterior Inferior
Thoracic & Lumbar Paraspinals
- CSP Erectors
- TSP Multifidus
- LSP Multifidus
- LSP Erectors
- Quadratus Lumborum
Pectoral Region
- Pec Major
- Pec Minor
Upper Limb Musculature
- Biceps Brachii
- Triceps
- Wrist Flexors
- Wrist Extensors
- Supinator
- Pronator Teres
- Pronator Quadratus
Hand Musculature
- Opponens Pollicis
- Adductor Pollicis Brevis
Core Region
- Rectus Abdominis
Lower MSK Techniques
Using Medical Acupuncture & Dry Needling
In this module, you will learn techniques for the following muscles and regions:
Hip & Pelvic Region
- Glutes
- Piriformis
- TFL (Tensor Fascia Latae)
Anterior Thigh
- Rectus Femoris
- Vastus Medialis
- Vastus Lateralis
- Sartorius
Medial Thigh / Adductors
- Adductor Brevis
- Adductor Longus
- Adductor Magnus
- Gracilis
Posterior Thigh
- Hamstrings
Lower Leg – Calf Complex
- Gastrocnemius
- Soleus
- Plantaris
Lower Leg – Deep Compartment
- Popliteus
- Tibialis Posterior
- Flexor Hallucis Longus
Lower Leg – Anterior Compartment
- Tibialis Anterior
- Extensor Digitorum Longus
- Extensor Hallucis Longus
Lower Leg – Lateral Compartment
- Peroneals (Fibularis group)
Foot Intrinsic Muscles
- Extensor Digitorum Brevis
- Extensor Hallucis Brevis
- Flexor Hallucis Brevis
- Abductor Hallucis
- Flexor Digitorum Brevis
- Abductor Digiti Minimi
Other Key Structures
- Plantar Fascia
- Achilles Tendon
By the end of this module, you will be able to apply targeted needling techniques confidently and safely to support pain reduction, restore mobility, and improve functional outcomes.
End-of-Course Examination – Multiple Choice
This final assessment is designed to consolidate your learning and ensure a strong understanding of the key concepts, techniques, and clinical applications covered throughout the Dry Needling and Medical Acupuncture course.
The multiple-choice format allows you to demonstrate your knowledge across anatomy, biomechanics, neurophysiology, safety principles, needling methods, and practical treatment integration.
Completing this examination marks the final step in your learning journey—an opportunity to confirm your competence, reinforce essential skills, and validate your readiness to use Dry Needling and Medical Acupuncture effectively and professionally within your clinical practice.
Continued Professional Development (CPD) Hours
This course has been structured to meet recognised standards for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and is fully accepted across all allied health professions.
The content, practical skills, and assessments included within the programme support your ongoing professional growth and ensure your learning aligns with current clinical expectations and evidence-informed practice.
The content, practical skills, and assessments included within the programme support your ongoing professional growth and ensure your learning aligns with current clinical expectations and evidence-informed practice.
On completion, the allocated CPD hours can be applied toward your professional portfolio, annual registration requirements, or ongoing competency frameworks.
Whether you are a sports therapist, physiotherapist, osteopath, massage therapist, or any other allied health professional, these CPD hours contribute to maintaining and enhancing your clinical excellence—reinforcing your commitment to delivering safe, effective, and modern patient care.
Whether you are a sports therapist, physiotherapist, osteopath, massage therapist, or any other allied health professional, these CPD hours contribute to maintaining and enhancing your clinical excellence—reinforcing your commitment to delivering safe, effective, and modern patient care.
Professional Liability Insurance (PLI) After Course Completion
Upon successful completion of this online Medical Acupuncture and Dry Needling course, you will meet the training requirements needed to obtain Professional Liability Insurance (PLI) for the safe and legal practice of these techniques. This insurance is essential for protecting both you and your clients when integrating dry needling or medical acupuncture into your clinical work.
You can secure PLI through your current insurance provider, who may only require confirmation of course completion. Alternatively, insurance can also be obtained through BGI, who recognise this training and offer specific cover for these modalities.
BGI website: www.bgi.uk
Completing this course ensures you have the theoretical knowledge and practical competency required to apply for appropriate professional insurance and confidently incorporate these skills into your practice.
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