The Diploma in Hijama Cupping Therapy
A Level 5 qualification (Dip.HCT) taught online by Hijama Nation Academy. Study at your own pace, with practical training alongside the theory.
- Level
- 5 (Dip.HCT)
- Study time
- 600 hours
- Pace
- Self-paced, no deadlines
- Format
- Online
Curriculum
Seven areas of study, from history to setting up your practice.
Hijama in history
How cupping and Hijama developed, and where they sit in Islamic medical history.
Trace the practice from early cupping traditions to Hijama in the Islamic world, so you understand what you are practising and why it is taught the way it is.
Anatomy and physiology
The body-systems foundation every practitioner needs.
Learn the structure and function of the body in plain language, building the knowledge you need to work carefully and talk with clients and other professionals.
Hygiene, safety and best practice
Clean technique, safe equipment and professional standards.
Cover infection control, equipment handling, preparing the treatment space and the habits that keep clients and practitioners safe.
Wet and dry cupping techniques
The practical methods, taught step by step.
Study both dry and wet cupping techniques and how they are applied in practice, with practical training alongside the theory.
Client assessment and aftercare
Taking a history, assessing the client and giving aftercare guidance.
Learn to take a client history, explain what to expect, record your work and give clear aftercare guidance.
Hijamaology: Prophetic medicine and the lunar cycle
Prophetic medicine, Islamic medical history and the lunar cycle.
A dedicated unit on the Prophetic medicine tradition, Islamic medical history and the lunar calendar, the part of Hijama study that gives the practice its context.
Setting up your practice
Business basics for working independently.
Understand the basics of setting up as an independent practitioner, from planning your services to looking after your clients over time.
How it works
Four steps from application to certificate.
Enrol
Apply online and speak to our team about any questions.
Study and practise
Learn online at your own pace, with practical training alongside the theory.
Take your exam
Complete your quizzes and exams when you are ready. There are no deadlines.
Receive your certificate
On passing, you receive your Diploma in Hijama Cupping Therapy.
Who can join
- Healthcare professionals and therapists
- Anyone interested in Hijama and Prophetic medicine
- People who want to start their own practice
Before you enrol
Rules about offering cupping treatments, and about insurance, differ between countries and regions. We teach the practice. Check the requirements where you live before you offer treatments to anyone.
The course is educational. It is not medical training for diagnosing or treating illness, and nothing in it should replace the advice of a qualified healthcare professional.
No hidden fees
You pay everything upfront.
90-day guarantee
Available once you have completed two modules and their quizzes. See the conditions.
Support
Instructors and student support during and after your studies.
Ready to start learning?
Apply for the Diploma, or ask us a question first. We aim to reply within 24 hours.