Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy - SEEK

About this course

The Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy offered through SEEK Learning is Australia’s most comprehensive natural medicine course. This government-accredited program provides in-depth knowledge of the theoretical foundations of naturopathy and combines this with extensive practical experience and study of health sciences.

The program covers all the essential modalities of naturopathy, as well as medical sciences: nutrition, homeopathy, herbal medicine, iridology, chemistry, biochemistry, pathology, symptomatology and pharmacology.

The course also includes clinical training which you can undertake at ACNT’s Sydney or Brisbane campus. If you are studying by distance education and live outside Sydney or Brisbane, you can arrange to complete your clinical training at an approved local clinic or naturopathic practice.

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Eligibility

Applicants must have completed their HSC, or be of mature age.

Areas of study

During the Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy, you will study:

• Anatomy & physiology
• Chemistry & biochemistry
• First aid
• Workplace health & safety
• Effective workplace practices
• Naturopathic framework
• Disease manifestations
• Counselling skills
• Applied naturopathic principles
• Herbal fundamentals
• Basic microbiology & infection control
• Naturopathic patient assessment
• Nutritional fundamentals
• Pharmacognosy & herbal pharmacy
• Advanced nutritional medicine
• Health business skills
• Critiquing research
• Advanced herbal medicine
• Professional development
• Referrals in health care
• Naturopathic case management 1
• Homoeopathic essentials
• Naturopathic case management 2
• Acute homoeopathic treatment
• Integrated therapeutics

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Finance options

If you are an Australian citizen, you may be eligible to receive VET FEE-HELP for ACNT programs. Additionally if you are an Australian resident you may also be eligible to receive Abstudy/Austudy or Youth Allowance. ACNT also offers flexible payment options as well as additional payment options if you are studying by distance education.

Student support

You will have access to the student portal and online student centre for news updates, course information and other resources. ACNT’s online job finder service provides assistance in finding job opportunities, both local and international, by linking students with prospective employers.

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How will this course advance my career?

More and more Australians are seeking natural health alternatives to treat illnesses and achieve better health, so there’s no better time to train as a qualified naturopath and embark on a rewarding career.

Upon completion of this program, you will have a holistic range of knowledge, skills and practical experience in natural medicine, combined with knowledge of the health sciences, to launch your career as a qualified naturopathic practitioner. Your credentials will be recognised nationally by government and industry organisations.

This course will open up many employment options. As a naturopath, you will have opportunities to work for yourself, with others in a healthcare clinic, in health food stores and chemists, in the corporate sector, or in research and product development.

How else will I benefit from this advanced diploma?

• Upon successful completion of this course you will receive a nationally recognised, accredited Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy.
• Available to study online, on campus or by flexible delivery (blended delivery options).
• Studying by correspondence/online means you can study where you want, at your own pace.
• Receive career-focused training with practical, hands-on training at approved clinics in your area.
• Receive assistance finding job opportunities through ACNT’s job finder service.
• Course materials provided.
• Recognition of Prior Learning may be available for previous work experience, formal training or qualifications in this field.
• Through ACNT’s articulation agreement with Charles Sturt University, you may apply for entrance into the university’s Bachelor of Health Science (Complementary Medicine) degree program, using your qualification to gain advanced standing.

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