Naturopathy

Course Highlights

  • Train to be a Naturopath!
  • Fully accredited and insurable course
  • Professional tutor with over 10 years experience
  • Study from the comfort of your own home

Course Description

Study a range of complementary therapies in one! Interested in natural therapies? Looking for a new and exciting career? Want to further your existing knowledge of complimentary therapies to help friends, family or clients? Then the Diploma in Naturopathy is for you!

Naturopathy is the study of natural medicine. It is based on the premise that the body has an innate ability to heal and that symptoms can be treated with non-conventional, alternative therapies. A Naturopath will therefore have knowledge and understanding of many different modalities, including: Homeopathy, Herbal Medicine, Nutrition, Massage, Aromatherapy, and Reflexology. Many people are now choosing alternative ways to treat their problems and Naturopathy is one of these. It is becoming an increasingly popular therapy with a shortage of practitioners. You will be in demand from day one with the knowledge you will gain from studying to be a Naturopath.

Course Details

Distance Learning Accredited Course

The Diploma in Naturopathy is a distance learning accredited course designed to fit around your current lifestyle. It is a must for all therapists and health professionals but is also available to beginners with a general interest in health and wellbeing. The Diploma in Naturopathy will teach you to fully assess clients’ in order to seek appropriate treatment. Building health rather than fighting disease is what is important. You will learn how to use a range of complementary therapies, whilst encouraging individuals to take responsibility for their own health.

The Diploma in Naturopathy Includes:

The Role of a Naturopath

  • Consultation
  • Assessment
  • Ethics and Safety

Anatomy and Physiology

  • The Circulatory System
  • The Digestive System
  • The Endocrine System
  • The Immune System
  • The Lymphatic System
  • The Muscular System
  • The Respiratory System
  • The Skeletal System

Nutrition

  • Carbohydrates
  • Fibre
  • Protein
  • Fats
  • Vitamins
  • Minerals
  • A Healthy Diet
  • Water

Homeopathy

  • An Introduction to Homeopathy
  • The Law of Proving
  • The Law of Potentisation
  • Accidental Improving
  • Administering Homeopathic Medicine
  • Remedies for the Constitution
  • The Twelve Cell Salts
  • Bach Flower Remedies
  • Herbal Medicine
  • Herbal Preparation
  • Active Constituents

Massage

  • Holistic Massage
  • Deep Tissue Massage
  • Indian Head Massage
  • Thai Massage
  • Meridians
  • Acupressure Points
  • Common Reactions
  • Contraindications

Aromatherapy

  • Essential Oils
  • Aromatherapy Massage
  • Pregnancy

Reflexology

  • Mapping the Feet
  • The Treatment

Common Conditions

  • Alzheimer’s Disease
  • Anxiety
  • Arthritis
  • Back Pain
  • Candidiasis
  • Diabetes
  • Headache
  • Insomnia
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome
  • Menopause
  • Pre-Menstrual Syndrome

Setting up your Business

  • A Place to Work
  • Setting up a Clinic
  • Equipment Needed
  • Business Plan
  • Paying Tax
  • Insurance
  • Keeping Records
  • Professional Development Plan

Marketing your Business

  • Identifying Different Client Groups
  • Ways to Market your Business

Free Personal Tutor

You will be assigned a personal tutor to help you with your work and any questions you may have. Your tutor will be a fully qualified Naturopath and on board to help you every step of the way.

How the Course Works

The Diploma in Naturopathy will allow you to study at your own pace in your own home. You can start it in your own time and complete what you can when you have the time. You will have a year to finish the course and even if you don’t finish it in that time, arrangements can be made. Throughout the course there will be some useful exercises, these are not compulsory but will aid you in your learning process. There are 12 modules to complete and each of these will include an assignment. When you have completed an assignment, you will simply send it to your tutor and wait for feedback. You will receive detailed feedback within 5 working days from a fully qualified Naturopath and tutor. Remember if you come across any problems or anything you don’t understand, your tutor will be there to help you every step of the way.

Course Material Includes:

  • The Diploma in Naturopathy course lessons
  • An easy to follow guide on how to complete your course
  • A free booklet on home study tips
  • A successful business guide
  • Supplementary information to further your reading and understanding of the subject
  • Video clips

The course will be yours to start in your own time and remember if you have any questions your tutor can be contacted for help.

For more information on this course, or to book, please visit: 

https://book.gatewayworkshops.co.uk/collections/online-courses

Course Timeline:
This course overview is important to read before you start your course as it will explain what to do and how to complete your course.
Here you will find a Study Guide and Study Tips booklet. These are designed to help you with any questions or concerns you may have regarding completing your course and are also full of tips to help you succeed.
In this lesson you will learn: An introduction to Naturopathy. To understand the role of a Naturopath and be aware of the five principles. To have thorough knowledge of what to do before, during and after a client consultation. To know what is involved in an assessment. To know the importance of ethics and safety and are aware of red flags to treatment.
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In this lesson you will learn: An introduction to the basics of anatomy and physiology. The anatomy of the circulatory, digestive, endocrine, and immune and lymphatic system. The function of the circulatory, digestive, endocrine, and immune and lymphatic system.
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In this lesson you will learn: The anatomy of the muscular, nervous, respiratory, skeletal and urinary system. The function of the muscular, nervous, respiratory, skeletal and urinary system.
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In this lesson you will learn: The importance of good nutrition. A basic understanding of the main food groups. To be aware of the functions of each food group within the body. To be aware of the dietary sources of each food group. To have knowledge of some of the health problems associated with each food group. To understand what fibre is and the importance of it within the diet. To be aware of what constitutes a ‘healthy diet’. To understand the importance of water.
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In this lesson you will learn: An introduction to Homeopathy. An introduction to the law of proving. An introduction to the law of potentisation. To be aware of accidental improving. To be aware of the procedures for administering homeopathic remedies. An introduction to some remedies for the constitution. To be aware of the twelve cell salts. An introduction to Bach flower remedies.
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In this lesson you will learn: An introduction to herbal medicine. An introduction to the basics of herbal preparation. An introduction to the basics of active constituents.
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In this lesson you will learn: An introduction to massage. To understand the benefits of Holistic, Deep Tissue, Indian Head and Thai Massage. To be aware of meridian energy lines and acupressure points. To understand the common reactions to massage and the importance of informing your clients. To be aware of the contraindications to massage.
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In this lesson you will learn: An introduction to Aromatherapy. To have an insight into essential oils and their uses. The basics of Aromatherapy Massage. To be aware of the precautions of massage during pregnancy and the essential oils that are safe to use.
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In this lesson you will learn: An introduction to Reflexology. To understand how the feet are mapped to different areas of the body. How a reflexology treatment is carried out.
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In this lesson you will learn: The basics of some common conditions. To be aware of the symptoms of some common conditions. To be aware of the root causes of some common conditions. To have an overview of possible Naturopathic treatments for some common conditions.
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In this lesson you will learn: To have thought about where you will set up your business. To recognise that you will need certain equipment and have considered how you will obtain this equipment. To know the importance of a business plan and how to write one. To have thought about business operations, accounting and the importance of keeping records. To create your own professional development plan.
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In this lesson you will learn: To recognise the different client groups you may work with. You are also aware of the specialisations within this field. To have thought about how to market your business.
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Information about some online consultation form builders that you can use.
Here you can find some useful supplementary reading. It is not essential to read more than what is provided in the course material but you can if you choose.
This guide will teach you 100 ways to grow your business.
Here you will find some useful information provided by Gateway Workshops.
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