Naturopathy
What is Naturopathy?
Naturopathy is a holistic approach to wellness based on the principle that the body has the inherent ability to heal itself. Using the healing power of nature and gentle therapeutic techniques, the body, mind and emotions are supported during the healing process.
Naturopathic principles are based on treating each person as an individual and treating the whole person, not just the affected area.
Naturopathy encompasses a variety of treatment methods including:
- Herbal Medicine to help prevent and treat various illnesses
- Dietary and Nutritional advice for restoration of balance, detoxification and prevention of disease
- Lifestyle advice to promote well-being and to reduce stress
- Hydrotherapy using the healing power of water to stimulate the immune system and the body's natural defenses
- Flower essences to enhance the emotional aspect of healing
- The use of compresses and packs to stimulate organ function and to reduce pain
- Soft tissue manipulation to rebalance the body's systems, to reduce pain and to enable detoxification
- Homoeopathy
Naturopathy can alleviate a wide range of conditions and is suitable for all ages. Some of the more common conditions treated include fatigue, stress related ailments, digestive problems, PMT and general aches and pains. However, you do not need to be unwell to benefit from naturopathy.
Naturopathic treatments boost the body's natural healing potential, restoring harmony and preventing disease.
What is the history of naturopathy?
The modern form of naturopathy can be traced to 18th- and 19th-century natural healing systems. Such systems include hydrotherapy (water therapy), which was popular in Germany and nature cure, developed in Austria, and based on the use of food, air, light, water, and herbs to treat illness.
Benjamin Lust, a German immigrant, first introduced naturopathy to the United States in 1902 when he founded the American School of Naturopathy. The school emphasised the use of natural cures, proper bowel habits, and good hygiene as the essential tools for health. This was the first time that dietary principles, like increasing fiber intake and minimizing saturated fats, became popular.
In the mid-1920s to 1940, while allopathic medical training and pharmaceuticals and medical technologies gained notoriety, the use of naturopathic medicine declined. It was not until the 1960s that naturopathic-style holistic medicine regained popularity. Today, naturopaths are licensed primary care providers in many states offering information and advice on a variety of alternative and complementary therapies, including homeopathy, vitamin and mineral supplements, Traditional Chinese Medicine, relaxation techniques, and herbal remedies.
How to gain ANTA Accreditation in Naturopathy?
Here are a few tips to help you gain accreditation with ANTA as a Naturopath.
- Review our recognised courses to obtain information on colleges and courses ANTA recognises for accreditation
- Download a Membership Application form, fully complete and post into ANTA
- Ensure you have certified copies of your qualifications and academic records
- Use the applicants checklist within the application to ensure fully completed
ANTA Recognised Naturopathy Courses
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Australian Capital Territory
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Canberra Institute of Technology
Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy HLT60502
Contact Details
Address: GPO Box 826, Canberra ACT 2601
Phone: 02 6207 3494
Email: margot.jensen@cit.act.edu.au
Web: www.cit.act.edu.au
Canberra Institute of Technology (CIT) was established in 1928 and is the oldest and largest vocational education provider in the ACT. The Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy taught at CIT is a 3 year, fulltime course (or equivalent part time) and is offered through the Department of Health Sciences. Students can study Naturopathy full-time or part-time with all classes being held at the Bruce campus of CIT. Class sizes kept small for optimum student-teacher interaction (15-30 students). On completing the CIT Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy students will graduate with a nationally recognized qualification that will enable them to practice as Naturopaths in private practice, and/or work in a variety of related areas. Students who wish to gain entry into University after having completed their Advanced Diploma can apply for credit transfer into a number of degree programs.
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Australian Institute of Applied Sciences
Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy
Bachelor of Naturopathy - Course ceased 31.12.07
Contact Details
Address: PO Box 279 Deakin West ACT 2600
Phone: 02 6282 8277
Fax: 02 6282 8278
Email: admin@aias.com.au
Web: www.nihs.com.au
» New South Wales
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Australasian College of Natural Therapies
Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy HLT60507
Contact Details
Address: 57 Foveaux Street, Surry Hills NSW 2010
Phone: 02 9218 8822
Fax: 02 9211 7495
Email: info@acnt.edu.au
Web: www.acnt.edu.au
Australasian College of Natural Therapies (ACNT) has been providing quality education in the natural therapies field for over 25 years. The college is centrally located in Surry Hills, approximately 200 meters from Central Station. ACNT is a VETAB and CRICOS approved Registered Training Organisation teaching courses in Naturopathy, Nutrition, Herbal Medicine, Homoeopathy, Massage Therapy, Beauty and Spa Therapy, Fitness and Sport, Reflexology and Kinesiology to both local and overseas students. ACNT is an accredited CIDESCO and ITEC college offering a range of internationally recognised qualifications including CIDESCO Beauty, Spa and Aromatherapy, IFA (International) Aromatherapy, as well as a ITEC Massage, Beauty, Natural Therapies, and Fitness qualifications. In 2007 ACNT joined the Think Education group which has now grown to become the largest private education provider in NSW.
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Charles Sturt University (School of Biomedical Sciences)
Postgraduate course: Bachelor of Health Science (Complementary Medicine)
Contact Details
Address: PO Box 588, Wagga Wagga NSW 2678
Phone: 02 6933 4019
Fax: 02 6933 2587
Email: jwilkinson@csu.edu.au
Web: www.csu.edu.au/courses/ug/hea/hscm
The Bachelor of Health Science (Complementary Medicine) is designed to provide students with a Diploma or Advanced Diploma level qualification in complementary medicine an opportunity to engage in studies leading to the award of a bachelor degree. Students enrolled in the course complete a number of compulsory, core subjects and also select from a range of health science subjects (e.g. human reproductive biology, behavioral neuroscience and human nutrition). The course is taught entirely by distance education and students in this course are not required to attend on-campus classes. Students completing the BHlthSc(CompMed) may be eligible to enrol in postgraduate courses such as the Masters of Health Science.
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Endeavour College of Natural Health (Sydney)
Bachelor of Health Science (Naturopathy)
Contact Details
Address: 815 George Street, Sydney 2000 NSW
Phone: 02 8204 7700
Email: enquiry@endeavour.edu.au
Web: www.endeavour.edu.au
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Nature Care College
Bachelor of Naturopathy
Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy HLT60502
Contact Details
Address: 46 Nicholson Street, St Leonards NSW 2065
Phone: 02 9438 3333
Fax: 02 9436 0503
Email: info@naturecare.com.au
Web: www.naturecare.com.au
Established for over 30 years, Nature Care offers degrees in natural medicine, government and industry accredited Professional Training Courses and stimulating life enriching courses, all in a supportive and caring environment. We also offer refresher courses and post-graduate studies, including professional development seminars for industry graduates, which include the latest developments and research within the industry. Study options include full or part-time learning options.
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NSW School of Natural Medicine
Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy
Contact Details
Address: 202 North Bolambee Road, Coffs Harbour NSW 2450
Phone: 02 6651 1297
Fax: 02 6652 2548
Email: info@nswsnm.com.au
Web: www.nswsnm.com.au
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Southern Cross University
Bachelor of Naturopathy
Contact Details
Address: PO Box 157, Lismore NSW 2480
Phone: 02 6620 3383
Fax: 02 6620 3307
Email: naturopathy@scu.edu.au
Web: www.scu.edu.au\schools\ncm
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University of New England
Postgraduate courses: Bachelor of Health Science (Naturopathy)
Contact Details
Address: School of Health, University of New England, Armidale NSW 2351
Phone: 02 6773 2547
Fax: 02 6773 3666
Email: yoni.luxford@une.edu.au
Web: www.une.edu.au
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University Of Western Sydney
Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy
^ ** Bachelor of Applied Science (Naturopathic Studies)
^ ** Graduate Diploma in Naturopathy
** Please note that both courses must be completed to gain ANTA membership.
^ * Bachelor of Applied Science (Complementary Therapies) 10274
^ * Bachelor of Applied Science (Naturopathy) 4501
^ Courses no longer offered
* Applicants must also supply with their Membership Application, a letter from the Head of School confirming completion of a minimum of 400 hours of clinical training.
Contact Details
Address: Locked Bag 1797, Penrith NSW 2751
Phone: 1300 668 370
Email: study@uws.edu.au
Web: www.uws.edu.au
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WEA Hunter Academy of Complementary Health
Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy HLT60507
Contact Details
Address: 100 Laman Street, Cooks Hill NSW 2300
Phone: 02 4926 1113
Email: cward@weahunter.com.au
Web: www.weahunter.com.au
» Queensland
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Academy of Natural Therapies (TAFE Gold Coast)
Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy HLT60502
No enrolments are currently being taken for this course.
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Academy of Safe Therapies
Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy
Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy HLT60502
Contact Details
Address: PO Box 2060, Burleigh Junction QLD 4220
Phone: 07 5522 0404
Fax: 07 5522 0505
Email: academy@safetherapies.com.au
Web: www.ast.edu.au
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Australian Institute of Applied Sciences (AIAS)
Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy HLT60502
Contact Details
Address: PO Box 124, Stones Corner QLD 4120
Phone: 07 3394 2344
Fax: 07 3397 6511
Email: admin@aias.com.au
Web: www.aias.com.au
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Australasian College of Natural Therapies
Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy HLT60507
Contact Details
Address: Unit 2, 10 Costin Street, Fortitude Valley QLD 4006
Phone: 1300 017 267 or 07 3270 1000
Email: info@acnt.edu.au
Web: www.acnt.edu.au
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Endeavour College of Natural Health (Brisbane)
Bachelor of Health Science (Naturopathy)
Advanced Diploma of Health Science (Naturopathy)
Contact Details
Address: 269 Wickham Street, Fortitude Valley QLD 4006
Phone: 07 3257 1883
Fax: 07 3257 1889
Email: info@endeavour.edu.au
Web: www.endeavour.edu.au
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Endeavour College of Natural Health (Gold Coast)
Bachelor of Health Science (Naturopathy)
Advanced Diploma of Health Science (Naturopathy)
Contact Details
Address: 105 Scarborough Street, Southport QLD 4215
Phone: 07 5503 0977
Fax: 07 5503 0988
Email: infogc@endeavour.edu.au
Web: www.endeavour.edu.au
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Robynn Morro’s College of Natural Medicine
Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy HLT60502
Contact Details
Address: 64-66 Thuringowa Drive, Kirwan QLD 4817
Phone: 07 4723 9818
Fax: 07 4773 7499
Email: morrorob@austarnet.com.au
Web: www.robynnmorro.com.au
Robynn Morro's College of Natural Medicine offers an exceptional range of course, blending academic excellence with “hands on” experience. All modules provided by the College are designed to assist people interested in becoming health care professionals with up to date knowledge in a vocational training centre. We offer a range of courses to allow you achieve the qualifications you’re looking for. The college enables you to study full time or part time. Our College delivers a cutting edge program of training in technique and knowledge … with courses offering diversity in Massage, Oriental, Sports, Phytotherapy, Homoeopathy and Natural Therapies.
» South Australia
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Endeavour College of Natural Health (Adelaide)
Bachelor of Health Science (Naturopathy)
Contact Details
Address: 88 Currie Street, Adelaide SA 5000
Phone: 08 8410 1975
Fax: 08 8410 3338
Email: info@endeavour.edu.au
Web: www.endeavour.edu.au
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South Australian Health Education Centre
Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy HLT60502
Contact Details
Address: 88 Currie Street Adelaide SA 5000
Phone: 08 8410 1975
Fax: 08 8410 3338
Email: enquiries@sahec.com.au
Web: www.sahec.com.au
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University of South Australia
* Bachelor of Health Science (Naturopathy)
Contact Details
Address: School of Health Sciences, University of South Australia, GPO Box 2471, Adelaide SA 5001
Web: www.unisa.edu.au
* Please note that no further enrolments are being taken for this course. This course is no longer being offered.
» Tasmania
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Tasmanian Polytechnic
Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy HLT 60502
Formely TAFE - Tasmania. Please note that this information is for past graduates who wish to apply for membership as this course is no longer offered.
» Victoria
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Australian Institute of Applied Sciences (AIAS)
Bachelor of Naturopathy
Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy
Contact Details
Address: Level 4, 399 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
Phone: 1300 880 933
Email: admin@aias.com.au
Web: www.aias.com.au
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Endeavour College of Natural Health (Melbourne)
Bachelor of Health Science (Naturopathy)
Advanced Diploma of Health Science (Naturopathy)
Contact Details
Address: 368 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
Phone: 03 9662 9911
Fax: 03 9662 9414
Email: infomelb@endeavour.edu.au
Web: www.endeavour.edu.au
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Endeavour College of Natural Health (Box Hill)
Bachelor of Health Science (Naturopathy)
Advanced Diploma of Health Science (Naturopathy)
Please note: This information is only for past graduates who wish to apply for membership. These courses are no longer available through the Box Hill Campus and are only available at the City Campus.
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Holmesglen Institute of TAFE
Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy
Contact Details
Address: 585 Waverley Road, Glen Waverley VIC 3150
Phone: 03 9564 6808
Email: sharona@holmesglen.vic.edu.au
Web: www.holmesglen.vic.edu.au
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LA Trobe University (School of Nursing and Midwifery)
Bachelor of Naturopathy
Please note that no further enrolments are being taken for this course.
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Southern School of Natural Therapies
Bachelor Degree in Health Sciences (B.Health Sc - Naturopathy)
Contact Details
Address: 25 Victoria St, Fitzroy VIC 3065
Phone: 03 9415 3333
Fax: 03 9415 3334
Email: enquiries@ssnt.com.au
Web: http://ssnt.edu.au
The four-year degree was the first degree in naturopathy to be accredited by the Victorian government and represents a benchmark in naturopathic training in Victoria. It is Austudy-approved and has been running since 1988. The course is offered both full-time and part-time and is broadly-based encompassing relevant biological sciences, social sciences, research studies and the major naturopathic modalities of herbal medicine, clinical nutrition and homoeopathy in a holistic clinical framework.
» Western Australia
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Australian Academy Of Natural Therapies
Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy HLT60502
Contact Details
Address: PO Box 97, Bentley WA 6102
Phone: 08 9350 6152
Fax: 08 9350 6207
Email: helpdesk@aimatt.wa.edu.au
Web: www.aant.wa.edu.au
Formerly Perth Academy of Natural Therapies
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Australian Institute of Holistic Medicine
Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy HLT60507
Contact Details
Address: PO Box 3079, Success WA 6964
Phone: 08 9417 3553
Fax: 08 9417 1881
Email: info@aihm.wa.edu.au
Web: www.aihm.wa.edu.au
The Australian Institute of Holistic Medicine is located in a beautiful, tranquil bush setting about 20 minute’s drive from Perth city and Fremantle. The Institute is dedicated to providing the maximum exposure to the fundamentals of Natural Therapies and encouraging the students to incorporate all that they learn in to their lives and to them reaps the benefits. The courses offered by the Institute are not only informational but are considered to be transformational. As such graduates of the Institute are expected to "walk the talk" and become role models before they go forward to both preach and teach the benefits of Natural Therapies to the general public. Through an articulation arrangement with the CSU (Charles Sturt University) students of the AIHM are able to upgrade their Advanced Diploma or Diploma to a Bachelor of Health Science (Complementary Medicine) issued and administered by the CSU.
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Endeavour College of Natural Health (Perth)
Bachelor of Health Science (Naturopathy)
Advanced Diploma of Health Science (Naturopathy)
Contact Details
Address: Level 1, 170 Wellington Street, East Perth WA 6004
Phone: 08 9225 2900
Fax: 08 9225 2999
Email: infoperth@endeavour.edu.au
Web: www.endeavour.edu.au
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Paramount College of Natural Medicine
Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy HLT60502
Bachelor of (Health Science) Naturopathy
Contact Details
Address: 11/15 Bonner Drive, Malaga W.A. 6090
Phone: 08 9209 3335
Fax: 08 9209 3339
Email: info@paramountcollege.edu.au
Web: www.paramountcollege.edu.au
Paramount College of Natural Medicine has evolved from our desire to enhance the development of richly empowered complementary health practitioners. We offer nationally endorsed qualifications which are recognised Australia wide. The Paramount Experience
- Paramount College is dynamic, with up to date learning practices
- At Paramount College, you will be learning natural medicine and treated like an individual, within a professional environment
- Paramount College's methods of assessment reflect real life; exams do not reflect real life
- Smaller class sizes ensure a personalised, quality learning environment
- Integrated student clinic
- Austudy available to eligible students
- Competitive fee structure
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Perth Academy of Natural Therapies
Advanced Diploma of Applied Science Naturopathy
Note: The above information is for past graduates only - this college is no longer operating.
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TAFE – Central ( Mt Lawley Campus)
Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy HLT60502
Contact Details
Address: Locked Bag 6, Northbridge WA 6865
Phone: 1300 300 822
Fax: 08 9427 1999
Email: andrea.vinciullo@central.wa.edu.au
Web: www.central.wa.edu.au
Please note that no further enrolments are being taken for this course.
» New Zealand
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Wellpark College of Natural Therapies
Diploma of Naturopathy (ANTA code NZMNY)
Bachelor of Naturopathy (ANTA code NZMBN)
Contact Details
Address: 6 Francis Street, Grey Lynn, Auckland, New Zealand
Phone: 09 360 0560
Fax: 09 376 4307
Email: naturopathy@wellpark.co.nz
Web: www.wellpark.co.nz
Requires VETASSESS equivalency to practice in Australia.
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