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Anatomy & Physiology
Anatomy and Physiology serves as an introduction to human structure and function. It lays the foundation and is essential for all futures studies. A comprehensive learning resource, up to date text book one easy to understand DVD are included for easy learning.

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Advanced Anatomy & Physiology
Building on the knowledge gained from Anatomy & Physiology, this learning resource provides a detailed study of the fascinating world of the human body. In this subject, the student embarks on a comprehensive study tour of the body and gains an understanding of how feedback systems contribute to homeostasis.

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Anti-Ageing Medicine
Anti-aging medicine is an essential component of our Wellness’ programs. Encompassing the ‘Four Pillars’ of ageing, (what makes us prematurely old) is studied together with natural ‘anti-ageing hormones’, exercise, the longevity diet, stress and it’s role in ageing, etc. This learning resource alone is sufficient to change your life and your client’s lives radically for the better.

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Aromatherapy
This learning resource introduces the student to one of the most popular, effective and gentle acting methods – Aromatherapy, the science of using essential oils, derived from the plant kingdom. It covers the history, preparation, composition and synergy of aromatic oils plus their reported historical, therapeutic and psychological uses. Consideration is given to the many modes of use, burners, baths, inhalation, compresses, first aid, air fresheners, cosmetic uses, hair care, sprays, pet care and garden care with emphasis on the benefits they have to offer in the different forms of massage. There is a special segment on pregnancy and child care, care of the aged, and uses in chronic illness. The most comprehensive reference text currently available is included.

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Advanced Aromatherapy
Extends and builds on the Aromatherapy by including a much deeper and broader knowledge of the subject chemistry, pharmacology, biology, psychology, pharmacokinetics, hazards, safety considerations together with more practical applications such as requirements of professional practice consultation, prescribing, administration etc. This learning resource is essential for the professional Aromatherapist.

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Biochemistry
Biochemistry is literally the chemistry of life. The impact of biotechnology on advances on medicine, environmental sciences, nutrition and agriculture has profound implications for the future. This learning resource focuses on the diversity and complexity of life with particular emphasis on human metabolism and the complex reactions that occur in a living being. A knowledge of biochemistry is essential for an understanding of human nutrition and when seen in this light the student will appreciate its necessity in relation to the preservation of health.

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Biology
Concerned with the phenomena of life and living organisms, it is necessary if we are to understand the variety and complexity of life. With evolution as the essential foundation, biology looks at organisms from the molecular and cellular levels, the interactions between plants, animals and other living things. Such current topics as genetics and ecology are also encompassed in this fascinating study. The stream of biology taught in this section focuses the needs of the Naturopath in a clinical setting.

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Chemistry
Chemistry provides a deeper understanding of physiology and lays the foundation for the study of other health sciences. It offers an appreciation of the phenomena that continually confronts us in daily life, eg, pollution, global warming, the ozone layer, acid rain, nuclear energy, DNA, etc. In other words, it is involved in almost everything we do or touch or eat, it is indeed the basic science of life. A bridging course – introduction to chemistry is available fro those who have no prior knowledge in chemistry. While students often feel that chemistry is very difficult, the chemistry in this course is highly applicable to natural medicine and thus most of the students have little difficulty with it.

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Clinical Practice 1
Covers the clinical skills required by students at the first level of their studies. They include diagnostic tests and procedures considered essential by the new training standards and are demonstrated and practiced at face to face seminars. Competency in these skills is considered necessary for qualification.

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Counseling & Psychology
This learning resource is designed to educate the student in the importance of the mind-body relationship and its relevance in Natural Medicine. It covers the function of the human mind, intellectually, emotionally, and some of the psychological considerations necessary in a professional practice. It offers an up to date exposition of the theory and practice of health psychology, elucidating the causes of illness from a multicausal, biopsychosocial orientation. A step by step approach to becoming an effective helper, emphasizing the nature of the therapist/client approach and problem management is the basis of the counseling process. Excellent texts and study guide help provide the necessary resources for a sound understanding of this subject.

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Disorder Profiles
Concentrates on the most common disorders patients present within a clinical situation. Such conditions either chronic or acute, will have had limited or no success with conventional medicine but will respond favorably to natural medicine. The student is expected to be able to synthesize a number of therapies, depending on their studies and apply them to the diagnosis and treatment of a specific number of common disorders. Full reign is given to explore a wide range of learning resources such as reading, seminars, studies, clinical experiences, the internet, etc.

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Ethics & Jurisprudence
This learning resource covers the ethical and legal considerations and includes workplace health and safety requirements, communicable diseases, professional indemnity, insurance policies, advertising, workers compensation and other management considerations confronting today’s practitioner. With ever increasing litigation in society, this knowledge covers an in-depth study of the important legal issues which practitioners must be aware of in order to survive in the current Health Care system. The most up to date text on the subject is included.

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Health & Physical Fitness
Physical fitness underpins good health and is an essential component of a healthy lifestyle. Modern techniques and facilities offered in most Western countries make it easy for people to maintain a sound degree of physical fitness. This learning resource offers students the latest methods and techniques together with self assessment wellness principles and a full range of options to get fit and stay healthy. The latest and most comprehensive text is included.

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Herbal Medicine
Herbal Medicine is currently enjoying greater scientific validation than any other branch of Natural Medicine. With Chinese, Ayurvedic (Indian), Australian (Bush Flower Essences) together with traditional English and American herbs expanding the Herbal Materia Medicas each year, the practitioner in this field is facing an ever increasing range of essential product knowledge hence the course is frequently revised to keep abreast of new findings. This learning resource incorporates the aspects of herbal medicine relevant to the development of theoretical and practical function of medicinal herbs. History, Western and Chinese philosophy, Bach flower remedies, Harvesting and Preserving and classification of herbs are discussed detailing their therapeutic benefits for the restoration of health and maintenance of vital function. An excellent range of herbal texts are included for reference purposes.

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Advanced Herbal Medicine
This learning resource provides the advanced knowledge essential for the herbal specialist. The student will obtain the necessary knowledge with regard to production, manufacture, quality control, vitamin content, herbal therapeutics for digestive, nervous, immune, endocrine, respiratory, reproductive, urinary and skeletal systems plus the principals of prescribing. A comprehensive range of herbs, their active principals, modes of action, pharmacology, pharmacognosy, pharmacodynamics, toxicology and drug interactions are studied. The latest texts are included for reference purposes. Herbal Medicine is a prerequisite for this learning resource.

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History and Philosophy of Natural Medicine
While Naturopathic philosophy has its roots in Hippocrates – the father of modern medicine, our history and development concentrates on the modern era – the late 19th century to the present day. It offers a detailed analysis of the early beginnings of the Naturopathic Movement in America, the pioneering German forefathers who settled there and the battles they had maintaining their autonomy from ‘Scientific or Orthodox Medicine’. Comparison between the American and Australian histories are elucidated and make for an interesting study, so important for the natural medicine practitioner, as our professional heritage can be jeopardized if we do not insist on our autonomy as separate from medicine. This learning resource is a core subject and offers the student an in-depth study of the history and development of natural medicine from the late 19th century together with the philosophy of natural healing, health and disease place Naturopathy in a modern context.  Key areas covered include: Naturopathy Vs Medicine, Vitalism, Mechanism, Atomism, Entrophy, Gene Amplification, Stress Adaption, Essence of Wholeness, Optimum Health, Vis Medicatrix Naturae, Healing Crises, Vital Force, etc.

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Iridology
This learning resource combines the best of both systems the American and German models of Iridology together with relevant case histories and colour plates for study. Iridology is no longer considered a stand alone qualification for accreditation but ideally is practiced in conjunction with other therapies both ingestive and hands-on. The most up to date texts ensure both theoretical and practical application of this subject.

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Nutrition
This learning resource introduces the student to the importance of sound nutrition, food evaluation, nutritional requirements, additives, chemicals, toxicants, food philosophies, vitamins, minerals, proteins, amino acids, carbohydrates and fats, enzymes, antioxidants, food hypersensitivity/intolerances, drug nutrient interactions, ageing and longevity, etc. With knowledge in this field doubling every two years this is one very popular subject in which aspiring practitioners must keep up to date. This learning resource includes excellent reference texts.

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Advanced Nutrition
This most popular and dynamic subject in Natural Medicine provides the professional practitioner the most up to date information in clinical nutrition and functional medicine. It discusses the role of detoxification, immune stimulation, nutrient deficiency, vitamin/mineral status, cutting edge diagnostic tests for the treatment of a wide range of diseases together with lifestyle modification in both the prevention and treatment of common diseases and the maintenance and promotion of optimal health. Excellent reference texts are included.  Nutrition is a prerequisite for this learning resource.

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Occupational Health & Safety
Level 1 is required for Certificate IV and Diploma courses and this covers how to run a safe practice and how to manage infectious agents. Occupational safety and health  is a cross-disciplinary area concerned with protecting the safety, health and welfare of people engaged in work or employment and entrants. As a secondary effect, Occupational safety and health may also protect co-workers, family members, employers, customers, suppliers, nearby communities, and other members of the public who are impacted by the workplace environment. Level 2 are required for Advanced Diploma courses.

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Pathophysiology 1
This learning resource is designed for Massage Practitioners and Body Workers as an introduction to the subject to assist in the recognition of some common disease states in order to refer those clients who they should not treat. This extensive subject is made easy by excellent reference texts.

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Pathophysiology & Symptomatology
Arguably one of the most neglected areas in natural medicine in the past because of a certain reluctance to get too involved in diagnosis because of the Medical Act, it is no longer sufficient for Natural Medicine Practitioners to rely on a patient’s medical diagnosis to treat disease from a naturopathic standpoint. Natural medicine is no longer ‘fringe’ but mainstream, patients are increasingly seeking a natural therapist first rather than as a last resort, hence a differential diagnosis is essential not only for treatment outcomes but also from a professional/legal standpoint. The new Health Training Package standards for competency clearly define the diagnostics required by Natural medicine practitioners. This learning resource concentrates on the study of patient-centred diagnosis from a less medically orientated standpoint, the causes and effects, divergence in treatment approaches, signs and symptoms, differential diagnosis of an extensive list of common disorders. This subject also empowers the Natural Therapist with knowlege of the pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics of common medicines that one might encounter in clinical practice.

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Practice Management
More natural therapists today fail in practice because of a lack of knowledge and understanding of practice management than for any other single reason. Academic knowledge alone is not enough to ensure professional success. This learning resource represents over 40 years of successful clinical practice by the author and expounds all the key elements for professional success. Topics include: Unconscious competence, Setting the scene, Power of thoughts, Psychology of success, A personal philosophy, A practice philosophy, The transformed life, The wheel of life, Why goals, A plan, Powers of visualization, How to motivate yourself, Tools to achieve success, setting up the practice, The practitioner, Marketing, Financial Management, Work place Health & Safety, etc.

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Psychology of Wellness
True Wellness is not just about the physical body and how to maximize its function. Other foundation stones included the Mind and the spirit which if not in harmony or balance the structure will disintegrates. Some of the key elements covered in this learning resource are; Accountability, Responsibility, Co-Dependence, the Physicians true purpose, Biopsychosocial aspects, Health competence, creating the optimal Wellness environment, Conflict resolution, Rescuing, Burn-out, etc. This learning resource provides the educational depth or underpinning knowledge that grounds true Wellness with solid foundations, without which we are left with the shaky state in which medicine finds itself today.

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Reflexology
Reflexology like aromatherapy is one of the most popular of Natural Therapies over the last 5-10 years. Easy to learn, simple to practice and obtain effective results over a broad range of ailments help make this learning resource one of the most sought after. The finest text currently available together with video for easy learning and hands-on skills is included. This learning resource has particular appeal to those not so physically able to full body massage. The student studies theoretical and practical techniques for the treatment of reflex areas of the foot and hand. The skilled reflexologist can detect areas of imbalance in the body and restore its balance through specific patterns of foot, hand and ear analysis. This study offers skilled practitioners a safe, non-invasive immensely satisfying treatment method.  Anatomy & Physiology a prerequisite for this learning resource.

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Advanced Reflexology
Advanced Reflexology continues the study encountered in the first level of Reflexology with additional concepts of Chi-Reflexology, developed over many years of practice by Moss Arnold (Australia) and strongly integrates Chinese Philosophy and practical reflexology in the approach to common disorders.

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Remedial Massage
If natural therapies were rated from a popularity standpoint, massage would unquestionably be the winner. If one were to ask why? It is because the basic and primal human need is for touch. As our own skin covers the entire body it is the largest body organ so the soothing, skillful hands of a trained practitioner will always be in demand. Any person wishing to make a start in the field of natural therapies who has a feeling for this work should make this their first course of choice. This most popular, easy to learn, safe and non-invasive modality can truly be described as natures oldest method of healing. A comprehensive illustrated study manual plus videos for easy home learning help make this course of study the most effective first step to professional practice or simply helping family and friends to better health. A senior first aid certificate is a necessary requirement for certification. Accompanying this learning resource is Clinical Practicum 1 which is covered in the face-to-face training.  Anatomy & Physiology is a prerequisite for this learning resource.

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Advanced Remedial Therapies
This module offers Massage Therapists an advanced level in this subject which is becoming essential for current professional practice. With increasing areas of specialization open to practitioners the need for a broader based study programme is apparent. Topics covered include: professional and legal issues, Workplace health & safety, medical terminology, hygiene, sanitation and safety, body mechanics, assessment procedures, special populations, wellness, business, complementary systems e.g. meridians, trigger point therapy, polarity, reflexology etc. The most comprehensive and up to date text and study guide are included.

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Sports Therapy
Sports Therapy is a specialist subject, requiring specific knowledge for the professional treatment of sportspersons in an ever increasingly popular field. It is designed to educate the student practitioner, athlete, sportsperson or coach in the effective methods of preventative taping, sports massage, on field assistance in dealing with sports injuries, scientific aspects of training, treatments and ways of reducing the severity and the rate of re-occurrence of injuries to both the elite athlete and any sports participant. A comprehensive study manual and appropriate reference texts are included.

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Advanced Sports Therapy
This learning resource advances on sports therapy and introduces students to two main areas of study. Firstly, the biomechanics of joint and muscular activities are addressed in order that trainers and others appreciate the stresses and strains imposed in various sports. Secondly, treatment of common injuries suffered in sporting venues is addressed from the standpoint of decision making, immediate treatment on the field and rehabilitation.

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Wellness Philosophy
As more people enjoy increased leisure time as a result of shorter working hours, health, lifestyle and longevity are becoming a higher priority for many. ‘Wellness’ as a way to a healthier and more balanced life offers a viable alternative to remaining on a path that leads to illness and premature death. This learning resource offers a range of lifestyle changes including diet, exercise, mental attitude, the effects of stress on human health and the factors that disrupt health patterns. This increasingly popular and refreshing approach to health and prevention will enhance one’s own lifestyle as well as others.

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