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Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy

Become A Qualified Naturopath

Today, more and more Australians are seeking good naturopaths. Here's your chance to be one of the best.

As an ACNT naturopathy course graduate, you begin your career bearing invaluable skills across a range of complementary and natural medicine modalities.

Recognised nationally by government and industry organisations, this extremely thorough natural medicine course is your gateway to your dream profession.

Career-focused Naturopathy Course

  • Earn four Advanced Diplomas
  • Practice-ready qualification
  • Expert tuition
Quick Course Guide
Qualification Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy Enrolment dates Distance education option: Enrol anytime - start now!
In-class option: Contact a SEEK Learning consultant for upcoming start dates
Study time 3 years full-time
6 years by distance education
Pre-requisites HSC or mature age
Delivery method Flexible: In class and/or by distance education Assessment Exams + 600 hours of clinical training
Delivered by ACNT Finance options Flexible payment options available

Naturopath - In Demand and Independent

A qualified naturopath employs a diverse set of skills. And as an ACNT naturopathy course graduate, your employment possibilities are similarly broad. Work independently, or as part of an organisation. You can build the career that suits you.

The ACNT naturopathy course emphasises practical experience based on solid theoretical fundamentals, including extensive learning of the science behind the medicine. This holistic knowledge of health sciences places you in an enviable and employable position as a graduate of Australia's most comprehensive natural medicine course.

The naturopathy course includes but is not limited to:

  • Nutrition
  • Homeopathy
  • Herbal medicine
  • Iridology
  • Chemistry
  • Biochemistry
  • Pathology
  • Pharmacology
  • Symptomatology

Graduates of the course are awarded four Advanced Diplomas:

  • Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy
  • Advanced Diploma of Western Herbal Medicine
  • Advanced Diploma of Homoeopathy
  • Advanced Diploma of Nutritional Medicine

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Course Modules

  • Anatomy & Physiology I
  • Anatomy & Physiology II
  • Anatomy & Physiology IIIa
  • Anatomy & Physiology IIIc
  • Australian Bush Flower Remedies
  • Bach Flower Remedies
  • Bach Flower Remedies - Advanced
  • Biochemistry
  • Botany
  • Chemistry - Basic and Organic
  • Clinic - Advanced Diploma of Herbal Medicine
  • Clinic - Advanced Diploma of Homoeopathy
  • Clinic - Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy
  • Clinical Skills for Contemporary Therapists
  • Clinical Studies I - Case Studies
  • Clinical Studies II - Advanced Case Studies
  • Complementary Assessment Techniques
  • Counselling Ia - Communication Skills
  • Counselling Ib - Approaches and Therapies
  • Counselling IIa - Mental Health
  • Counselling IIb - Human Development
  • First Aid Basic
  • Herbal Medicine Foundations Ia
  • Herbal Medicine Foundations Ib
  • Herbal Medicine IIa
  • Herbal Medicine IIb
  • Herbal Medicine IIIa
  • Herbal Medicine IIIb
  • Herbal Pharmacy
  • Herbal Treatments Advanced I - Immune Disorders
  • Herbal Treatments Advanced II - Life Stages
  • Homeopathic Research and Provings
  • Homoeopathy Ia
  • Homoeopathy Ib
  • Homoeopathy IIa
  • Homoeopathy IIb
  • Homoeopathy IIIa
  • Homoeopathy IIIb
  • Iridology I - Foundations
  • Iridology II - Advanced
  • Laboratory Tests and Medical Reports - Introduction
  • Manage a Practice
  • Massage I - Basic/Swedish
  • Naturopathic Philosophy
  • Nutirtional Pharmacy
  • Nutrition Ia
  • Nutrition Ib
  • Nutrition Ic
  • Nutrition IIa
  • Nutrition IIb
  • Nutrition IIIa
  • Nutrition IIIb
  • Nutritional and Herbal Products - Comparison and Critical Assessment
  • Nutritional Therapy - Advanced I
  • Nutritional Therapy - Advanced II
  • Nutritional Therapy - Nutritional Counselling
  • Occupational Health & Safety
  • Pathology
  • Pharmacology and Toxicology
  • Philosophical Principles - Introduction
  • Physical Examination I - Basic Techniques
  • Physical Examination II - Advanced Techniques
  • Phytochemistry I
  • Phytochemistry II
  • Principles of Aged Care Work
  • Professional Development
  • Schuessler Tissue Salts and Celloids
  • Symptomatology & Diagnosis A
  • Symptomatology & Diagnosis B
  • TCM - Introduction
  • TCM Philosophy & Diagnosis I - Foundations
Course modules

Hands-on Training to Complete Your Qualification

This naturopathy course requires first aid training as part of the course curriculum. If you've previously completed a first aid course which meets the national competencies for the National Training Package HLTFA301B - Apply First Aid (including St. John Ambulance Senior First Aid Certificate), you'll receive credit for this part of the course.

You will also be required to complete 600 hours of practical clinical training which you can undertake at ACNT's campus in Sydney. If you are studying by distance education and live outside of Sydney, you can undertake your training at an approved local clinic or practice.

Contact a SEEK Learning consultant for more information about these requirements.

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Articulation

Through ACNT's articulation arrangement with Charles Sturt University, you may apply for entrance into the Bachelor of Health Science (Complementary Medicine) degree, using your qualification to gain advanced standing.

Industry Accreditation

This course is recognised by:

  • ATMS - Australian Traditional Medicine Society
  • ANTA - Australian Natural Therapists Association
  • NHAA - National Herbalists Association of Australia

Study Options

Study this naturopathy course in any of the following ways:

  • In class full-time - attend classes at the ACNT campus in Sydney
  • Distance education - study from home and at local approved clinics
  • Combination - study some modules in class and others by distance education

Contact a SEEK Learning consultant now for in-class enrolment dates or for more information about these study options.

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Flexible Payment Options

There are several payment options available for your convenience, including:

  • Annual payment
  • Semester payment

This course is Austudy, Abstudy and Youth Allowance approved. In addition, SEEK Learning also provides a finance option from Hanover Consumer Finance in Australia. Contact a SEEK Learning consultant now for more information.


About ACNT

With over 25 years' experience, the Australasian College of Natural Therapies (ACNT) has built a reputation for providing quality, accredited courses in natural health and beauty therapy. One of the largest colleges of its kind in the world, ACNT trains thousands of students per year and delivers highly qualified, knowledgeable and job-ready graduates.

Learn more about ACNT.

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