Bachelor of Health Science – Naturopathy
Naturopathy aims to restore vitality through supporting and stimulating the body's own healing mechanisms. An SSNT trained Naturopath can clinically assess, diagnose and treat patients through the use of herbal medicine, homoeopathy, nutrition and lifestyle-advice.
Our four year Bachelor of Health Science – Naturopathy degree is:
- The highest level of naturopathic training available in Australia
- Taught in a holistic clinical environment
- Recognised nationally
- Government accredited (FEE-help eligible)
This course meets the professional standards of the following industry associations:
- ANTA (Australian Natural Therapists Association)
- NHAA (National Herbalists Association of Australia)
 Key Course Info |
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| Course outlines and pre-requisites | 2012 Intakes | Fee-Help Available |
| Bachelor of Health Science - Naturopathy | February and July |  |
| Course Duration | Study Options | Internship/Fieldwork |
| 4 year full-time or part-time available | On Campus | |
Career Prospects
An SSNT Naturopathy degree creates many career paths:
- Private practice
- Health retreat
- Education
- Consultancy
- Research
- Health promotion
- Corporate health consultancy
- Writing for health journals, textbooks and media
Enquire above to receive a full course guide with greater detail about the courses.
What you will learn
Throughout the degree, you will be educated and trained in:
- Naturopathic and clinical studies
- Biological and social sciences
- Research
- Clinical nutrition
- Herbal medicine
- Iridology
- Homoeopathy
Your clinical practice begins at the Southern School where you'll treat public patients under the guidance of experienced naturopaths. This prepares graduates to confidently commence practice in the community.
A Day in the Life
Day-to-day a naturopath experiences:
- Working with a variety of patients and conditions
- Taking detailed case histories
- Creating tailored patient treatment goals
- Creation of dietary and lifestyle plans
- Dispensing herbal, nutritional and homeopathic remedies
- Conducting further research on a patient's condition and treatment
- Referring patients for additional testing or treatment
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free downloadable Course Guide in PDF.