Facial Acupuncture Certificate Course
This is a live in-person course designed to provide students with the knowledge, theory, protocols, and practice of Facial Cosmetic Acupuncture. Michelle Gellis’s classes are internationally recognized and her hands on guidance and recorded webinars will provide you with the skills to offer a gentle, natural method for your patients to rejuvenate and refresh their appearance.
This course at a glance
Date
June 20-21, 2026
Day/Time
Sa/Su, 9:00–17:00
Hours
14 on-site workshop
24 online webinars
Teacher
Michelle Gellis, AP, DiplAc
Language
English
Cost
CHF 1250.-
Recognition TCM Fachverband
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Approved for NCCAOM CEU
About this course
This is a live in-person course designed to provide students with the knowledge, theory, protocols, and practice of Facial Cosmetic Acupuncture. Michelle Gellis’s classes are internationally recognized and her hands on guidance and recorded webinars will provide you with the skills to offer a gentle, natural method for your patients to rejuvenate and refresh their appearance.
The course is delivered as:
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Two-day in person training in facial and cosmetic acupuncture
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Modules one through five recorded webinars are included with your registration for you to view and advance, to maximize your hands on practice time
Course Schedule:
Day 1:
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Review of Recordings
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Cosmetic Acupuncture Demo and practice
Day 2:
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Demo & Practice cupping Gua sha and cupping
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Demo & Practice advanced techniques
Recorded Webinars (lifetime access)
Registration includes recorded modules and quizzes which must be completed in advance to participate in the hands-on class. Module 3 is optional. Total webinar hours is 24h.
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Module 1: Patient Intake, Diagnosis and Contraindications (3h)
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Module 2: Theory and Protocols (4h)
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Module 3: Face Reading, Microneedling and Skincare (2h)
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Module 4: Facial Rejuvenation Cupping, Gua Sha and Derma Roller (8h)
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Module 5: Advanced Protocols in Facial Acupuncture (7h)
This course is only open to licensed acupuncturists or practitioners trained in acupuncture.
About the Teacher
Michelle Gellis
Michelle Gellis AP, Lac, Mac DiplAc is a Florida Licensed Acupuncture Physician. Currently on Doctoral Faculty at Yo San University (Los Angeles) she is former Faculty and Clinic Supervisor at the Maryland University of Integrative Health (2005-2019). Michelle teaches facial acupuncture classes internationally and has been published in prominent acupuncture publications such as the Journal of Chinese Medicine. Throughout her career Michelle has been sought out to lecture by numerous prestigious national and international organizations such as Pacific Symposium, The Florida State Oriental Medical Association, The Acupuncture Association of Chartered Physiotherapists (UK), China Books (AU), and American Acupuncture Council. Michelle’s brings a vibrant teaching style and breadth of knowledge of facial and cosmetic acupuncture encompassing safety, ethics, theory, history, point location, and unique precision needling techniques. Her upcoming book: Treating the Face a comprehensive manual for acupuncturists, is expected this fall. Her classes can be found at FacialAcupunctureclasses.com