Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy
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| Course Enquiries: | T. 9564 1699 |
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| Course Code: | HLT60507 |
| Start Date(s): | February and July. |
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Overview
Are you ready to start your new life?
Why not become a respected allied health professional in one of the fastest growing health areas? Naturopathy is a holistic system of medicine based on the healing power of nature. It focuses on empowering individuals to make positive lifestyle changes and practice prevention.
We have everything covered!
To ensure you are well prepared to start your new career your naturopathy skills will be complimented with training in nutrition, homeopathy, herbal medicine, patient diagnosis and treatment. You will also be able to hone your skills in our student clinic and will develop business skills and expertise. Everything you need to get started!
Now - it's up to you!
Apply today!
Qualification & Recognition
On successful completion of the program, participants are eligible to receive the Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy,Certificate IV in Marketing and Certificate IV in Massage. Graduates may be able to apply to gain professional association membership, professional insurance and provider numbers from health insurance companies allowing clients to claim rebates. Currently our course is recognised by the Australian Natural Therapies Association (ANTA) so granduates can join ANTA on completion.
Recognition of Prior Learning and Credit Transfer
Students may be able to shorten the length of their chosen course by measuring skills acquired through work, life experiences or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training. AQTF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by another registered training organisation will be recognised by Holmesglen.
Course Fees
Fees are calculated according to the level of course being studied, and the number of hours being undertaken, up to Government established maximums. Eligible students are able to access a Government Subsidised Place and certain categories of Full Fee Paying students may be able to access an Eligibility Exemption. Assistance is available in the form of VET FEE HELP or a Holmesglen Payment Plan for students who are unable to afford fee payment up front.
For further information please check the link below or contact the Information Office on 03 95641640.
How to Apply
- Directly to Holmesglen: For Mid year courses: Contact the Fitness and Recreation Department on 9564 1699 or email fitrec@holmesglen.edu.au
- VTAC: All applicants must apply through VTAC. The VTAC code for this course is 61541 (VGF) or 61544 (Fee type determined by provider). Applicants should complete the Pre-Selection Form.
- Pre Selection Form
Course Structure
- Unit
- Hours
- Contribute To Effective Workplace Relationships
- This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to develop, establish and maintain effective workplace relationships and networks. It includes activities of communication and presentation.
- 40
- Reflect And Improve Upon Professional Practice
- This unit describes the knowledge and skills required to evaluate own work, continuing self-development and effective supervision within an ethical code of practice.
- 120
- Confirm Physical Health Status
- This unit of competency describes a detailed level of knowledge of anatomy and physiology required to confirm physical health status.
- 90
- Analyse Health Information
- This unit of competency describes the application of in-depth level of knowledge of anatomy and physiology required to analyse available health information in relation to specific services to be provided
- 30
- Communicate Effectively With Clients
- This unit covers the skills required by practitioners to establish and maintain effective communication with the client throughout all interactions and provide basic counseling as required and as appropriate to facilitate the treatment or health service being provided.
- 30
- Make Referrals To Other Health Care Professionals When Appropriate
- This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to arrange referrals to other health care professionals when required.
- 40
- Develop Professional Expertise
- This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to initiate and maintain continual development of professional skills and knowledge in complementary healthcare and contribute to the knowledge base of the specific healthcare practice
- 40
- Manage A Practice
- This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to manage a clinical health practice according to the size and scale of the business.
- 50
- Apply First Aid
- This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to provide first aid response, life support, management of casualty(s), the incident and other first aiders, until the arrival of medical or other assistance.
- 18
- Operate A Western Herbal Medicine Dispensary
- This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to manufacture and dispense herbal treatments and remedies according to western herbal medicine framework.
- 80
- Provide Specialised Western Herbal Medicine Treatment
- This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to provide specialized western herbal medicine care for less common conditions/disease states in accordance with the age, gender and mental health needs of the client. This unit requires high level knowledge of herbal medicine and a wide range of health conditions
- 260
- Maintain An Effective Health Work Environment
- This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to work and maintain an effective work environment in a health setting by monitoring, coordinating and promoting the implementation of ethical, safe and effective work practices in line with established work requirements.
- 20
- Work Within A Homoeopathic Framework
- This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to work effectively within a homoeopathic framework and correctly present the homoeopathic framework to client and the general public.
- 60
- Manage The Control Of Infection
- This unit of describes the skills required to oversee the adherence to established infection control guidelines and duty of care throughout a particular work environment.
- 50
- Provide Naturopathic Treatment
- This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to administer client treatment according to a naturopathic framework.
- 120
- Provide Western Herbal Medicine Treatment
- This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to administer client treatment according to a naturopathic framework
- 60
- Provide Naturopathic Nutritional Treatment
- This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to provide naturopathic advice on dietary modification and nutritional supplements according to a naturopathic framework.
- 80
- Provide Acute Homoeopathic Treatment
- This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to administer a limited range of homoeopathic medicines for acute conditions within naturopathic framework.
- 120
- Plan Naturopathic Treatment Strategy
- This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare for treatment of clients and negotiate a treatment management plan with them using a naturopathic framework.
- 40
- Perform Naturopathic Health Assessment
- This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to observe the condition of the client and gather information relevant to the case, according to a naturopathic framework.
- 200
- Manage Work Within A Naturopathic Framework
- This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to manage the effective work practices of self and others within a naturopathic framework.
- 40
- Apply Naturopathic Diagnostic Framework
- This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to interpret information gathered in the health assessment and make and review accurate diagnoses over the course of treatment according to the naturopathic framework.
- 40
- Work Within A Naturopathic Framework
- This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to work effectively within a naturopathic framework.
- 20
- Apply Literature Research Findings To Clinical Practice
- This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to source and evaluate relevant information and apply findings to clinical practice. This unit requires high level knowledge of the specialized modality and its effect on a wide range of complex health conditions.
- 40
- Provide Specialised Nutritional Care
- This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to provide specialized nutritional supplements and/or foods for the therapeutic and prophylactic management of specific health outcomes. This unit requires high level knowledge of nutrition and its effect on a wide range of complex health conditions.
- 60
- Contribute To Occupational Health And Safety Processes
- This unit specifies the workplace performance required by an employee to contribute to OHS processes where there is responsibility for own work outputs and possibly limited responsibility for the work output of others.
- 20
Assessment
Assessment may be a combination of written and online assignments, tests, examinations and practical application projects.
Career and Further Study Opportunities
This is a fast growing area of allied health. You will have the practical skills and academica knowledge required to establish and manage a private practice, work in multi-modality clinics with other complementary medical and allied healthcare providers, work in corporate settings and/or work in health retreats. Graduates of the Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy may apply to enter bachelor degree programs at selected institutions.
