Naturopathy has a long and rich history in Europe, specifically in Germany. The roots of naturopathy run deep and have been extensively used throughout the centuries before modern medicine. Ancient civilizations have long made use of only what is natural such as water, sunlight, fresh air, nutrition, rest, and exercise to promote optimum health outcomes and help cure, mitigate, and or prevent chronic illnesses and conditions.
These are the specifications of History And Philosophy of Naturopathic Medicine Course:
| 1. Awarding Institution / Body: | |
| 2. Teaching Institution: | Online and distance learning, with tutor support |
| 3. Programme Accredited by: | |
| 4. Final Award: | A compulsory course for the Bachelor’s degree in Naturopathy and Holistic Medicine |
| 5. Programme title: | History And Philosophy of Naturopathic Medicine |
| 6. Course Code and level: | BNHM6006 – Bachelor Level |
| 7. Duration of programme: | One trimester or 12 weeks |
| 8. Total number of study hours: | 50 clock hours of study |
| 9. Enrollment requirements: | Students enrolled in the Bachelor’s degree |
| 10. Enrollment date: | First-year, second trimester |
| 11. Fees: |
Curriculum
- Lesson 1 – Introductory Background and History
- Lesson 2 – A Review of the Pioneers – Part 1
- Lesson 3 – A Review of the Pioneers – Part 2
- Lesson 4 – A Review of the Pioneers – Part 3
- Lesson 5 – A Review of the Pioneers – Part 4
- Lesson 6 – A Review of the Pioneers – Part 5
- Lesson 7 – A Review of the Pioneers – Part 6
- Lesson 8 – A Review of the Pioneers – Part 7
- Lesson 9 – Discussion of six cornerstones of optimum health
- Lesson 10 – A Review of Evidence-Based Research
- Lesson 11 – Conclusions
