Graduate Certificate in Advanced Naturopathic Medicine

Course Learning Outcomes express learning achievement in terms of what a student should know, understand and be able to do on completion of a course. These outcomes are aligned with the graduate attributes (GA).

Course Learning Outcomes

1. GA1: Intellectual rigour Critically analyse the interplay between traditional and scientific knowledge within naturopathic medicine.
2. GA2: Creativity Develop innovative, creative and effective responses to the integration of traditional and scientific knowledge in professional practice of naturopathic medicine.
3. GA3: Ethical practice Develop an understanding of ethical and legal principles in research.
4. GA4: Knowledge of a discipline Analyse established naturopathic theories, guiding philosophies, principles of practice and apply these to the professional practice of naturopathic medicine.
5. GA5: Lifelong learning Demonstrate autonomy, well developed independent judgement, adaptability and responsibility as a learner and practitioner.
6. GA6: Communication and social skills Communicate concisely and appropriately in an oral and written form in academic, professional and health care settings.
7. GA7: Cultural competence Examine contemporary naturopathic medicine practice within the context of different integrative healthcare models.

The complementary medicines industry in Australia is worth an estimated $4.7 billion, and globally, close to $83 billion.

Naturopathic practitioners with advanced knowledge and skills may be well-placed to support this growing field.

The Graduate Certificate in Advanced Naturopathic Medicine provides an introduction to advanced study in naturopathic medicine. The course is ideal if you are a recent naturopathy graduate wishing to develop specialised knowledge, or a practitioner in the field looking to expand your skills, attributes and career opportunities. The course also provides a pathway for graduates wanting to undertake further postgraduate or higher degree studies.

Delivered online in flexible part-time or full-time mode, the course covers critical aspects of naturopathic philosophy, research and evidence-based practice. You'll also be able to deepen your knowledge in a specialised area of clinical practice, such as gastrointestinal health, mental health or reproductive health, through the choice of an elective.

Award requirements

To be eligible to receive the Graduate Certificate in Advanced Naturopathic Medicine students must complete the equivalent of 4 units (48 credit points), comprising

• 2 core units (24 credit points), and
• 2 equivalent elective units (24 credit points).

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Majors

You will study two core units in naturopathic philosophy and research:

• Critical Perspectives in Naturopathic Philosophy
• Practice-Based Health Research.

You'll also choose two electives from the following units to expand your knowledge in a specialist area:

• Cognition and the Healthy Brain
• Integrative Mental Health
• Integrative Gastroenterology
• Gut Microbiome and Health
• Integrative Women's Health
• Integrative Reproductive Health
• Food as Medicine
• Foundations of Clinical Hypnosis.

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Indicative total fee $4,768

The amount shown here is indicative for an Australian citizen studying part-time, which is typically 4 subjects per year.

Fees may vary depending on:

• the subjects you choose
• credit from previous work experience
• your eligibility for government funding loans or subsidies such as HECS-HELP or a Commonwealth supported place.

To learn more, go to Fees or contact a student advisor.

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A completed Bachelor's degree (AQF level 7) in Naturopathic Medicine, or equivalent.

English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this course are as follows:

• Overall: 6.5
• Listening: minimum 6.0
• Speaking: minimum 6.0
• Reading: minimum 6.0
• Writing: minimum 6.0.

Credit for Prior Learning, also referred to as ‘Advanced Standing’ or Recognition for Prior Learning (RPL), is the process of looking at your prior study and/or experience to assess if you can be awarded academic credit or gain entry to a course on the basis of your existing knowledge and skills.

Inherent Requirements

Inherent requirements are the essential components of a course or unit that demonstrate the abilities, knowledge and skills to achieve the core learning outcomes of the course or unit. Students who have a disability or health condition which may impact on their ability to meet these requirements are encouraged to contact your Course Coordinator or Student Access & Inclusion to discuss.