Effective needling of the face requires comprehensively learning and understanding the underlying anatomical structure. This includes muscles, blood vessels, dermal architecture and much more. Only by understanding the structure and location of the local anatomy can facial acupuncture be safely and effectively carried out.
Jonathan Hobbs‘ online course has been designed for all types of learners, looking to further develop their theoretical knowledge and practical skills in the use of FACE needling protocols to create a total package of treatments that will support the improvement of skin conditions and appearance enhancement, utilizing local and systemic physiological responses.
No prior knowledge or experience is needed in order to enrol onto this course, however, it is aimed at therapists who already practice acupuncture/needling aiming to extend their scope of practice.
All applicants are required to:
Important Clarity:
This does not qualify the learner to practice needling. To be an Acupuncturist you must study a relevant 3-year degree level course (check your countries regulations for more information)
Level: Beginner-Intermediate
Jonathan Hobbs has 30 years experience as an exercise professional, with 25 of those being within physiotherapy within the NHS, private sector and professional sport.
Jonathan has 30 years experience as an exercise professional, with 25 of those being within physiotherapy within the NHS, private sector and professional sport. He has practised acupuncture for over 20 years and was awarded his MSc in acupuncture in 2004. He is also a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and the Chairman of the AACP, the largest professional body for acupuncture in the UK. He delivers acupuncture and dry needling training within the UK and internationally via his Hobbs Masters Needling Series programme and is published in a variety of textbooks and journals. Jonathan has previously been an MSc programme leader in clinical biomechanics, senior lecturer in BSc sport therapy, an external assessor for BSc courses in traditional acupuncture and sports rehabilitation and was the Principal of a school of physiotherapy. He currently acts as a consultant and sessional lecturer to a number of universities throughout the UK including Keele University School of Medicine. He is also a consultant and tutor to physiotherapists within Team GB, Premiership and Championship football, English Institute of Sport, Ministry of Defence and the NHS.
He currently splits his time between continued clinical practice, teaching & writing.
