Fundamentals of Naturopathic Medicine
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Fundamentals of Naturopathic Medicine at FutureLearn Overview
Duration | 4 weeks |
Total fee | ₹2,763 |
Mode of learning | Online |
Difficulty level | Beginner |
Credential | Certificate |
Fundamentals of Naturopathic Medicine at FutureLearn Highlights
- Earn a certificate from Southern Cross University
Fundamentals of Naturopathic Medicine at FutureLearn Course details
- Naturopathic medicine is a growing field involving the use of natural remedies to help the body heal itself.
- This four-week course from Southern Cross University will help you gain a solid understanding of naturopathic medicine and practice.
- You'll delve into its fascinating history, the value of its applications, and the interesting career paths of naturopathic medicine.
- In the first week, you'll explore the origins and core philosophies of naturopathic medicine.
- Learn how approaches like "first, do no harm"and, treating the whole person distinguish naturopathic medicine from other health disciplines during the second week of this course. By examining the foundations of naturopathy, you'll gain insight into what makes this field unique.
- Next, you'll discover how contemporary naturopathic medicine delivers personalised, holistic care.
- You'll explore the various career paths available from working in clinics to research. You'll also learn about the scope of naturopathic practice.
- Finally, you'll uncover the value of naturopathic principles in everyday life such as exposure to green spaces for healing. This will help you understand how aligning naturopathic principles to the everyday world can enhance patient outcomes.
- By the end of the course, you'll have a strong foundation to pursue this expanding field. Armed with this knowledge, you'll be set up for a rewarding career in naturopathic medicine.
Fundamentals of Naturopathic Medicine at FutureLearn Curriculum
The definition and history of naturopathic medicine
Defining naturopathic medicine
The historical roots of naturopathic medicine
Key contributors to contemporary naturopathic medicine
Week 1: Quiz
Introduction to naturopathic principles
What are the naturopathic principles?
First, do no harm (Primum non nocere)
The healing power of nature (Vis Medicatrix naturae)
Treat the whole person (Tolle totum)
Treat the cause (Tolle causam)
Doctor as teacher (Docere)
Prevention (Preventare)
Wellness
Critically analyse accumulated knowledge (Scientia critica)
Week 2: Quiz
Contemporary naturopathic medicine
Delivery of naturopathic care through person-centred care model
Scope of naturopathic practice
Careers in naturopathic medicine
Week 3: Quiz
Value and use of naturopathic principles in professional and everyday life
The value of naturopathic principles
Using green spaces for healing
Whole person health and wellbeing
Awareness of prevention through lifestyle approaches
Week 4: Quiz
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