Advanced Diploma in Health Sciences (Naturopathy and Nutrition)

Programme Outline

This programme consists of 16 courses which are each worth 15 credits.

(All courses are compulsory.)

The purpose of this qualification is to provide the community with naturopaths and nutritionists who can apply in-depth scientific knowledge of the human body to assist people with the prevention of lifestyle based health issues and health conditions or diseases.

Graduates will be able to work as practicing Naturopaths or Nutritionists to provide good naturopathic nutrition advice based on current health science and wellness trends

 

Education Pathway

Graduates will be able to undertake higher education in the areas of naturopathy, nutrition, health-related disciplines, health science, as well as complementary and natural medicine.

Graduates will have a pathway to degrees in Naturopathy and Nutrition.

 

Pathway

Employment Pathway
Graduates are able to work as:

  • Naturopaths
  • Nutritionists and Lifestyle Coaches
  • Health and Nutrition Advisors
  • Industry Consultant
  • Technical Consultant for Industry
  • Medical Herbalist
  • Naturopath within integrated care

 

Recognition of Prior Learning

Where transfer of credit for previous study is being applied for, the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Form must be submitted at least four weeks prior to the Semester start date.

See the Recognition of Prior Learning section for full RPL criteria and details on how to undertake an application.