Naturopathy is the study of an ancient science where many natural therapies form the foundation of this modality. The National College of Traditional Medicine follows the traditional teachings and blends units that will serve as a strong basis upon which to work within the profession of naturopathy and/or build a vibrant and successful contemporary clinical practice.
Units of Study:
Certificate IV in Massage Therapy Practice
Anatomy & Physiology 1
Western Herbal Medicine Certificate
Herbal Medicine Plant Principles
Manufacturing and Dispensing Medicine
Anatomy & Physiology Level 3 (Pathophysiology)
Diagnosing Disease
Essential Therapeutics
Aromatic Medicine
Nutritional Herbology and eclectic prescribing
Practical Application for Business
100 Herbal Medicine clinical hours- Supervised
Herbal Medicine- Research Thetis 200 hours
Human Nutrition
Blackmore's Celloids Mineral Therapy Course
100 Nutrition clinical hours-supervised
Naturopathic Nutrition
100 Naturopathy Clinical hours
Naturopathic Philosophy, Health Assessment & therapeutics
First Aid Level 2
National units of competency:
Compulsory units:
BSBFLM303B Contribute to effective workplace relationships
HLTCOM502B Develop professional expertise
HLTCOM503B Manage a practice
HLTCOM404B Communicate effectively with clients
HLTCOM406B Make referrals to other health care professionals when appropriate
HLTFA301B Apply first aid
HLTHIR501 Maintain an effective health work environment
HLTIN504B Manage the control of infection
HLTOHS300A Contribute to OHS processes
HLTAP401A Confirm physical health status
HLTAP501A Analyse health information
CHCORG28A Reflect and improve upon professional practice
Specialisation units:
HLTNAT601B Provide naturopathic treatment
HLTNAT602B Provide western herbal medicine treatment
HLTNAT603B Provide naturopathic nutritional treatment
HLTNAT605B Plan naturopathic treatment strategy
HLTNAT606B Perform naturopathic health assessment
HLTNAT607B Manage work within a naturopathic framework
HLTNAT608B Apply naturopathic diagnostic framework
HLTNAT609B Work within a naturopathic framework
HLTHER608B Provide specialised western herbal medicine treatment
HLTNUT601B Apply literature research findings to clinical practice
HLTNUT602B Provide specialised nutritional care
Elective units:
HLTREM401B Work within a massage framework
HLTREM408B Apply massage assessment framework
HLTREM409B Perform massage health assessment
HLTREM407B Plan massage treatment
HLTREM406B Provide massage treatment
Essentially, this course combines several core subjects. You may study on a course-by-course basis or choose to study full-time via distance education and blend it with in-class subjects. You may choose to graduate in one course first, and run a practice in that modality to fund further course components over time in order to attain the full naturopathy qualification. Our distance education components consist of the Anatomy and Physiology Certificate, Advanced Diploma of Nutrition Medicine(national code: HLT61007), Western Herbal Medicine Certificate, Advanced Diploma of Western Herbal Medicine(national code: HLT60107). The Certificate IV in Massage Therapy Practice (national code: HLT40307) component will be held in-class due to its tactile nature.
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites for this course.
Centrelink approved course
This course is approved as a full time/part time course through Centerlink for clients that qualify for the Pensioner Education Supplement(PES).
Delivery Modes
This course is comprised of in-class and distance education components.
Next intake dates:
There are no intake dates for distance learning courses, you can commence at anytime during the year.
Course Duration
This course is approx 5 years part-time. You can study either full or part-time via Distance Learning(correspondence).
Tutors
Sandi Rogers
Maria Pilli
Nicki Stewart
Course Materials(inclusive of fees)
You are provided with 12 manuals, 21 audio CDs and 18 academic texts. Students are also provided with a tutor who is available for support via facsimile, mail or email.
Accreditation
The Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy (national code: HLT60507) has national accreditation with the government and with the Australian Traditional Medicine Society (or ATMS).
Career Opportunities
You may enter into clinical practice as a naturopath. Other exciting avenues are working within the fitness industry, education field, sporting clubs, community health care centres, social welfare, sales, day spas, health retreats and health clubs to name a few.
Award
Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy (National code: HLT60507)
Investment
$15,880 (upfront course investment)
$18,110.20 (Ezypay payment plan: $1012 deposit and 36 monthly instalments of $474.95)
(extra postage charges apply for overseas students)
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