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"Lead your patients in the path to health with herbal medicine"
The Advanced Diploma in Western Herbal Medicine is studied in conjunction with Health Schools Australia. This course is divided into Part A and Part B. Both parts can be fully completed through distance learning.
- You will complete Part A through ACS to receive a Foundation Diploma in Natural Health. Fees shown on this page are for part A ONLY.
- Part B will be completed through Health Schools Australia. For course fees for part B, please contact Health Schools Australia.
The Advanced Diploma Qualification will be awarded by Health Schools Australia on completion and endorsed by ACS.
Course Structure:
Part A: Undertaken with ACS Distance Education
- Anatomy & Physiology I
- Nutrition I
- Nutrition II
- Nutrition III
- Biochemistry I
- Biochemistry II
- Biochemistry III
- Biology (Cell Biology)
- Introduction to Psychology
- Counselling Skills I
Part B: Undertaken with Health Schools Australia
- Herbal Medicine
- Disorder Profiles/Clinical Practice 1-4
- Advanced Herbal Medicine
- Advanced Anatomy & Physiology
- History & Philosophy Of Natural Medicine
- Pathophysiology & Symptomatology
- Ethics & Jurisprudence
- Practice Management
- Occupational Health & Safety
- 300 Seminars + 100 Clinical Hours.
- Additional Requirements: Senior First Aid Cert.
What you should be able to do once you complete the course
- Contribute to effective workplace relationships.
- Develop professional expertise.
- Manage a practice.
- Communicate effectively with clients/patients.
- Make referrals to other health care professionals when appropriate.
- Apply advanced first aid (O/S).
- Following the organisations OH&S policies and procedures.
- Implement and monitor the OH&S policies, procedures and programs.
- Apply basic first aid.
- Contribute to organisational effectiveness in the health industry.
- Apply Western Herbal Medicine diagnostic framework.
- Operate a Western Herbal Medicine dispensary.
- Perform Western Herbal Medicine health assessment.
- Plan the Western Herbal Medicine treatment strategy.
- Prepare and dispense Western Herbal Medicine.
- Provide dietary advice.
- Provide specialised Western Herbal Medicine treatment.
- Provide Western Herbal Medicine treatment.
- Manage work within a Western Herbal Medicine framework.
This course is recognised and registered with the Complementary Medical Association - www.the-CMA.org.uk
More Information on ACS Distance Education and our courses
Who are our tutors?
Our tutors are all highly experienced and professional, knowledgeable in their field of study. We have staff from around the world, enabling us to gain a wide variety of perspectives. We have a school in the UK and in Australia. If you would like to have a look at our tutors, then click on the “The School” in the boxes above and choose “The Staff” option.
Sample Course Notes
Our courses are all written by highly qualified tutors and writers, who also teach on the courses, so know them well. We strive to update our courses and improve them with new information, methods and knowledge on an ongoing basis. If you would like to see examples of some of our courses, then choose the “Enrolment” option above, and then click on “Sample Course Notes”.
What learning method should I choose?
We offer three learning methods – e-learning, correspondence and online. If you are not sure which is the right choose for you, then click on the “Enrolment” box above, then “Learning Methods.”
How Long will it take to complete the course?
This obviously varies from student to student. Some students will have more time for study than others. Some students may work quicker than others, so it is an individual thing. We estimate that most students will take, for example, 4 – 6 months to complete a 100 hour individual module, but we allow up to 12 months for you to complete it.
Longer courses will obviously take longer. You can find more information on the length of time required and so on the “Enrolment” box, then selecting “Terms and Conditions of Enrolment.”
What Do Our Students think of us?
If you would like to read comments from our previous students, then choose the “Enrolment” option above, then “Student Testimonials”.
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You may also wish to design your own course to fit in with exactly what YOU want. To do so, click on the “Enrolment” box, then “Design your Own Course”.
If you would like more advice on a course, then you can contact us and ask a tutor about the courses. You can contact us by calling 0800 328 4723 or +44(0) 384 442752 or emailing info@acsedu.co.uk
Recognition and Accreditation
For more information on our recognition and accreditation, click on “The School”, then “Recognition”.
Who is ACS Distance Education?
If you want to know more about ACS and our history, then please click on “The School”, then “About us.”
Western Herbal Medical Terminolgy Course
"Lead your patients in the path to health with herbal medicine"
Herbal Medicine is currently enjoying greater scientific validation than any other branch or Natural Medicine today. Learn with us to treat your patients with Nature's gifts, with gentle efficient therapies that will strengthen and heal body, mind and spirit.
This course is recognised and registered with the Complementary Medical Association - www.the-CMA.org.uk
