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Advanced Diploma of Western Herbal Medicine
Become a Herbal Medicine Specialist
Herbal medicine in western civilisation began millennia ago. And your career as a qualified practitioner in the field begins right now.
Ever more popular in our health-conscious society, western herbal medicine combines centuries of accumulated knowledge with modern technology and ideas.
With job and business prospects growing, this nationally recognised herbal medicine course is your entry point to a fascinating career.
Career-focused Herbal Medicine Course
- Practice-ready qualification
- Upgrade your qualification easily
- Fully recognised
Quick Course Guide
- Qualification
- Advanced Diploma of Western Herbal Medicine
- Enrolment dates
- Enrol anytime - start now!
- Study time
- On campus: 2 years full-time
Distance education: 2 years full-time or 4 years part-time - Pre-requisites
- HSC or mature age
- Delivery method
- On campus in Sydney or by distance education
- Assessment
- Written & practical assignments + clinical training
- Delivered by
- ACNT
- Finance options
- VET FEE-HELP
An Ancient Philosophy for Modern Times
Chinese medicine and Ayurvedic in India are well known examples of herbal therapy. Alongside them, western herbal medicine, with roots in ancient Greece, Rome and Egypt, is ideally placed to help treat modern ills.
Be ideally placed yourself, with a qualification from this ACNT herbal medicine course. This course produces highly skilled graduates with the knowledge and expertise necessary to become respected health professionals.
Areas covered in this herbal medicine course include:
- plant identification
- herb prescription
- herbal preparation
Course Subjects
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Chemistry & Biochemistry
- First Aid
- Occupational Health & Safety
- Effective Workplace Practices
- Basic Dietary Advice
- Disease Manifestations
- Counselling Skills
- Herbal History & Philosophy
- Herbal Materia Medica
- Basic Microbiology & Infection Control
- Herbal Patient Treatment
- Herbal Therapeutics 1
- Pharmacognosy & Herbal Pharmacy
- Herbal Therapeutics 2
- Health Business Skills
- Advanced Herbal Medicine
- Professional Development
- Referrals in Health Care
Hands-on Training to Complete Your Qualification
This herbal medicine 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.
Articulation
Through ACNT's articulation arrangement with Charles Sturt University, you may apply for entrance into the University's Bachelor of Health Science (Complementary Medicine) degree program, using your qualification to gain advanced standing.
Industry Accreditation
This course is recognised by:
- ATMS - Australian Traditional Medicine Society
You may also upgrade to the following ACNT qualifications, with advanced standing for completed modules:
Study Options
Study this 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
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.
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.
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.
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Affordable Study
This course qualifies for VET FEE-HELP, meaning you can study now and pay as you earn. Enquire now.
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Develop Specialised Skills
ACNT offers a more science-based course, which I see as essential for working in healthcare. The sheer breadth of study offered has given me the scope I needed to specialise and to develop my skills early on in my career.result.
Alison Bull
