Doctor of Oriental Medicine in Research Advancement

The Doctor of Oriental Medicine in Research Advancement program is a professional graduate program that builds on the specialized knowledge and expertise acquired at the master's level in Oriental medicine. The program augments the master's level education by providing additional course work that meets California standard of primary care education as described in California acupuncture code AB 1943, and puts OM education on parity with all other primary care professions.

The study of clinical OM requires critical thinking, broad knowledge on current medical practice, dedication to patient care and the ability to bring OM into the medical main stream. Candidates are expected to pursue a career that is dedicated to improving healthcare by integrating OM into the American healthcare lexicon.

The program emphasizes the scientific basis of Oriental Medicine, clinical practice, research methodologies, and leadership skills and designed to bring recognition of OM as a medical system that will be a significant part of the solution for today's healthcare problems.

Admission Requirement for Doctor of Oriental Medicine in Research Advancement Program
* Master of Oriental Medicine Degree with an official transcript showing the completion of a minimum of 3,000 hours of oriental medicine study and a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00.
* Two letters of recommendation.

Time Limit
The DOMRA program must be completed within 4 years from the time the student commenced the first course, as a regular student, which applies to the degree requirements. This time limit, at the option of the university, may be extended due to special extenuating circumstances.

Professional Liability and Malpractice Insurance
All students enrolled in the DOMRA program must maintain professional liablity and malpractice insurance throughout the time they are officially enrolled in the program's internship courses.

Awarding the Degree
When it is certified that the candidate has completed all required work and met all financial obligations for the Doctor of Oriental Medicine in Research Advancement degree course, the degree will be recommended by vote of the Doctoral Committee. The degree is granted by Life University's Board of Trustees and is conferred at the university's commencement.