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Naturopathy Course

Naturopathy

Professional Development/Personal Achievement

By successfully completing this course, you will:

Gain skills and knowledge to expand your existing practice or for personal interest
Be awarded the BSY Professional Certificate of Merit

You can study this course from the comfort of your own home; in your own time and at your own pace; with helpful support and encouragement from our friendly tutors.

The goal of naturopathic medicine is to develop optimal wellness, identifying and removing obstacles to health and recovery. This course enables you to assess risk factors in order to seek appropriate interventions, building health rather than fighting disease. You will learn how to use a range of therapies as a catalyst for healthful change, whilst encouraging individuals to take responsibility for their own health.

Syllabus

Lesson One
- Introduction
  - Assessment
- Anatomy and Physiology
  - The Heart
  - Arteries
  - The Lungs
  - Assess
Lesson Two
- Anatomy and Physiology (Continued)
  - The Brain
  - Neurons
  - Brain disorders
  - Hormones
  - Hormone Supplementation
  - The Immune System
Lesson Three
- Anatomy and Physiology (Continued)
  - The Lymphatic System
  - The Digestive System
- Food Allergies/Sensitivities
  - Anaphylaxis
  - Elimination Diet
  - Glycaemic Index
  - Glycaemic Load
  - Toxic Pesticides
Lesson Four
- Herbal Medicine
  - The Safe Use of Herbal Preparations
  - Active Constituents
Lesson Five
- Nutritional Therapy
  - Acidophilus
  - Amino Acids
  - Antioxidants
  - Coenzyme Q10
  - Enzymes
  - Fibre
  - Juicing
  - L-Carnitine
  - Phytonutrients
  - Water
Lesson Six
- Homoeopathy
  - The Law of Proving
  - The Law of Potentisation
  - Accidental Improving
  - The Pros and Cons of Homoeopathy
  - Administering Homoeopathic Medicine
  - Remedies for the Constitution
  - The Twelve Cell Salts
  - Bach Flower Remedies
Lesson Seven
- Massage and Acupressure
  - Meridians
  - Hand Massage
  - Head Massage
  - Face Massage
  - Neck Massage
  - Thymus Massage
  - Intestinal Massage
  - Kidney Massage
  - Knee Massage
  - Foot Massage
  - Warnings and Contraindications to Massage and Acupressure
- Inner Smile
Lesson Eight
- Reflexology
  - Introduction
  - What is Reflexology?
  - Zones
  - Zones and Meridians
  - Mapping the Feet
  - Preparing the Foot for Reflexology
  - Treatment Techniques
  - Reactions to Reflexology
- Aromatherapy
  - Essential Oils
  - Methods of Extraction
  - Using Essential Oils
  - Aromatherapy Massage
  - Effleurage
  - Petrissage
Lesson Nine
- The Nervous System and Stress
  - The Nervous System
  - Personality Types A and B
  - Life Events
  - Stress Response
  - The Stress Iceberg
  - Reviewing Stress – Points to Consider
- Presentation
  - Professionalism
  - Clothing
  - Treatment Room
  - Communication Skills
  - Body Language
  - Modesty
  - Closing the Session
Lesson Ten
- Treatments for Common Conditions
  - Alzheimer’s Disease
  - Anxiety Disorder
  - Arteriosclerosis
  - Arthritis
  - Asthma
  - Back Pain
- Additional Information
  - Basal Metabolic Rate
Lesson Eleven
- Treatments for Common Conditions (Continued)
  - Candidiasis
  - Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
  - Cystitis
  - Diabetes
  - Eczema
  - Headache
- Additional Information
  - Body Mass Index
Lesson Twelve
- Treatments for Common Conditions (Continued)
  - Haemorrhoids
  - Herpes
  - Hypothyroidism
  - Insomnia
  - Irritable Bowel Syndrome
  - Kidney Stones
- Additional Information
  - Biorhythms
Lesson Thirteen
- Treatments for Common Conditions (Continued)
  - Menopause
  - Multiple Sclerosis
  - Osteoporosis
  - Parkinson’s Disease
  - Pre-Menstrual Syndrome (PMS)
  - Psoriasis
- Additional Information
  - Vitamin and Mineral Requirements
Lesson Fourteen
- Treatments for Common Conditions (Continued)
  - Menopause
  - Multiple Sclerosis
  - Osteoporosis
  - Parkinson’s Disease
  - Pre-Menstrual Syndrome (PMS)
  - Psoriasis
- Additional Information
  - Vitamin and Mineral Requirements

No practical training is required to complete this course.

Enrol on this course from £70 £50

There are two ways you can enrol on this course. You can:

Pay with a deposit of £70 £50, followed by 11 monthly instalments of £35
OR
Pay the total course fee in one sum of £455 £435 and also receive a special complimentary gift

To enrol by phone, please call our friendly course advisors on Freephone 0800 731 9271.

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