TCM Fire Cupping
5 Hours CE/CPD | Online Course with Dr. Constance Bradley, L.Ac
Fire cupping is a traditional therapeutic technique rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine and requires careful training, appropriate equipment, and a clear understanding of safety.
TCM Fire Cupping introduces the principles, precautions, theory, and practical application of fire cupping for trained professionals working within their scope of practice.
Presented by Dr. Constance Bradley, L.Ac, this course combines TCM theory, safety education, step-by-step demonstrations, and illustrated learning materials to support responsible professional application.
Course Overview
Across this 5-hour CE/CPD course, participants will explore the foundations of fire cupping within Traditional Chinese Medicine, including why it is used, how it is understood to affect the body, and how treatment points and applications are selected.
The course includes 2.5 hours of video classes presented by Dr. Constance Bradley, with detailed demonstrations designed to help students understand the practical sequence and safety considerations involved in fire cupping.
A strong emphasis is placed on safe practice, including equipment, precautions, contraindication awareness, treatment planning, and professional scope.
Supported by video classes, a fully illustrated course workbook, companion course, lesson quizzes, online exam, certificate of completion, subtitles, and lifetime access, this course provides a structured introduction to fire cupping for appropriately trained professionals.
What You Will Learn
| Topic |
Focus |
| TCM Foundations |
Understanding fire cupping within the principles and traditions of Traditional Chinese Medicine |
| Safety Protocols |
Learning essential precautions, equipment considerations, and best-practice safety procedures |
| Practical Demonstrations |
Following step-by-step video instruction for safe and professional application |
| Therapeutic Rationale |
Exploring why fire cupping is used, how it is understood to work, and where it may be applied |
| Professional Scope |
Understanding when fire cupping may be appropriate within training, licensing, and professional responsibilities |
Course Content
The course combines TCM theory, fire cupping principles, safety education, equipment awareness, treatment rationale, practical demonstrations, and professional application guidance.
| Module |
Focus |
| Introduction to Fire Cupping |
Historical context, TCM principles, and the role of fire cupping in traditional practice |
| Safety, Equipment & Precautions |
Essential preparation, contraindication awareness, and professional safety procedures |
| Therapeutic Principles |
Understanding application points, intended effects, and treatment reasoning |
| Step-by-Step Demonstrations |
Detailed video demonstrations presented by Dr. Constance Bradley |
| Professional Integration |
Applying fire cupping responsibly within TCM, allied manual therapy, and professional practice settings |
Who This Course Is For
This course is designed for practitioners already versed in Traditional Chinese Medicine or allied manual therapies who want to broaden their therapeutic skill set and understand fire cupping in a structured, safety-focused way.
It is intended for qualified professionals working within their legal and professional scope of practice. Fire cupping should only be performed by therapists who have completed appropriate training and understand the relevant risks, precautions, and contraindications.
About Dr. Constance Bradley
Dr. Constance Bradley, L.Ac., PhD, is a nationally board-certified acupuncturist with extensive clinical experience in acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Medicine, and integrative therapeutic practice.
A graduate of the U.S. Air Force Academy, the University of Colorado, and the University of Utah, where she earned her PhD, Dr. Bradley also holds an MA in Acupuncture from the Phoenix Institute of Herbal Medicine and Acupuncture.
Drawing from her clinical practice and teaching experience, Dr. Bradley guides students through TCM Fire Cupping applications in a clear, practical, and professionally grounded way.
Included With This Course
| Included |
Details |
| Video Classes |
2.5 hours of video classes and detailed demonstrations presented by Dr. Constance Bradley |
| Fully Illustrated Workbook |
Supporting workbook covering fire cupping theory, safety, equipment, and application principles |
| Companion Course |
Structured companion learning designed to reinforce and deepen course understanding |
| Lesson Quizzes |
Knowledge checks designed to reinforce learning throughout the course |
| Online Exam |
Assessment included for course completion |
| Certificate |
Downloadable 5 Hours CE/CPD certificate following successful completion |
| Lifetime Access |
Study at your own pace and revisit the material whenever required |
| Subtitles |
English, French, German, and Spanish subtitles included |
CE Finder
This course has been approved for continuing education by professional boards and associations. Scroll through the list to find your board or association.
Course: TCM Fire Cupping
Approvals Listed: 14
CE Broker Provider: #20-1125460
Approvals in alphabetical order
American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians (ACBSP)
Approved Hours: 5
Australian Traditional Medicine Society
Approved Hours: 5
British Acupuncture Council
Approved Hours: 5
Canadian Massage & Manual Osteopathic Therapists Association (CMMOTA)
Approved Hours: 5
CEU/CPD Self-Cert
Approved Hours: 5
Chinese Medicine Board of Australia
Approved Hours: 5
College of Acupuncturists of Alberta
Approved Hours: 5
College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncurists of British Columbia
Approved Hours: 5
College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncurists of Ontario
Approved Hours: 5
Florida Board of Acupuncture
Approved Hours: 5
Georgia Composite Medical Board (Acupuncturists)
Approved Hours: 5
Hawaii Board of Acupuncture
Approved Hours: 5
Tennessee Board of Acupuncture
Approved Hours: 5
Washington Board of Acupuncture
Approved Hours: 5
Approval requirements can change. Please confirm acceptance with your own board, association, employer, or regulatory authority before registration.
