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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

  • Practice-ready qualification
  • Expert tuition
  • VET FEE-HELP eligible
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 Full-time: 2 years
Part-time: 4 years
Pre-requisites HSC or mature age
Delivery method Flexible: In class and/or by distance education Assessment Written & practical assignments + clinical training
Delivered by ACNT Finance options VET FEE-HELP and 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

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Course Subjects

  • Anatomy & Physiology
  • First Aid
  • Occupational Health & Safety
  • Managing Infection Control
  • Naturopathic framework
  • Effective Workplace Practices
  • Referrals in Healthcare
  • Chemistry & Biochemistry
  • Applied Anatomy & Physiology
  • Research Methodology
  • Basic Counselling Skills
  • Homoeopathy Principles & Acute Prescribing
  • Herbal Principles
  • Naturopathic Principles and Practice
  • Naturopathic Clinic 1
  • Homoeopathic Practice
  • Applied Naturopathic Principles
  • Naturopathic Clinic 2
  • Practice Management
  • Applied Homoeopathic Principles
  • Applied Herbal Principles
  • Naturopathic Clinic 3
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.

This course includes clinical training which you can undertake at ACNT's campus in Sydney or Brisbane. If you are studying by distance education and live outside of Sydney or Brisbane, 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.


Study Options

Study this naturopathy course in any of the following ways:

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

This course can be completed in 2 years of full-time study (on-campus or by distance education) or 4 years of part-time study (distance education only).

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

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Study Now, Pay as You Earn

Almost every Australian citizen is eligible for Government assistance through the VET FEE-HELP program. This means you do not have to pay anything upfront, but can pay for your course as you earn. Contact a SEEK Learning consultant to find out more about how you can study now and pay as you earn with VET FEE-HELP.

This course is also Austudy, Abstudy and Youth Allowance approved. Flexible payment and financing options are also available.

Contact a SEEK Learning consultant now for more information or to discuss your eligibility.


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.

The Australasian College of Natural Therapies (ACNT) is a trading name of Think: Colleges Pty Ltd which is a wholly owned subsidiary of SEEK Ltd.

Learn more about ACNT.

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