2. Don't separate acupuncture from medicine, you can practice fresh medicine of Chinese medicine (go to the medicinal material market, if possible, led by pharmacists, go to the mountains and forests-don't think it's a joke) and finished medicine (Chinese medicine shop, go to practice)
3. You can preview the four classic Neijing a little, which is especially important to push your line.
You don't have to sit with the teacher for the time being. Of course, if your understanding ability and basic skills of Chinese medicine are advanced among your peers, you can go; But if you want to follow, you must follow the respected local famous teachers and doctors.