Certificates
Certificate in Homeobotanical Therapies
Developed around 25 years ago, Homeobotanicals are a fusion of herbal and homeopathic practices, creating a synergy between physical and energetic healing. They have wide reaching effects throughout the body and are an extremely safe, practical, inexpensive and effective tool for practitioners. The extensive range of remedies includes those made with NZ native herbs, and provide a wonderful way for therapists to utilise our native plants.
Course Outline
This advanced National Certificate course provides core knowledge and skills in Homeobotanical therapy.
Subjects studied include:
- Homeobotanical history
- Principles and traditions in clinical practice
- Application of Homeobotanicals in clinical practice.
- Homeobotanical Repertory and Materia Medica in clinical practice
Course Duration
This is a 15 week full time course or 30 weeks part time course.
Workshop Requirements
There is no exam or workshop associated with this paper. This course can be completed entirely via distance learning. You will be provided with a comprehensive set of study notes and be required to submit assessments for each module.
Entry Criteria
Applicants must have completed Year 11 or equivalent secondary school education, must be at least aged 18, be able to read, speak and comprehend English language (for international non-English speaking applicants a level 6.5 IELTS).
However it is highly recommended that you have studied Year One of the Diploma in Naturopathy or the National Certificate in Complementary Therapies before completing the course.
Intakes
There are five intakes per year in January, March, May, July and September. For more information go to the enrolment section.
Fees
Course fees are $1000. Text book costs and administration fees are in addition to this. For detailed information on fees please go to the enrolment section.
Career Pathways
This course does not provide clinical skills and is targeted towards people already in practice who wish to upskill, or those who wish to study the modality for their own use.Course Curriculum
HBT1, HBT1A and HBT1B
| Unit | Course HBT1 | Level | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14832 | Establish homeobotanical history, principles and tradition in clinical practice | 6 | 15 |
| 15 | |||
| Unit | Course HBT1A | Level | Credits |
| 14830 | Use homeobotanical potions in clinical practice | 6 | 15 |
| 14831 | Use homeobotanical Repertory and Materia Medica in clinical practice | 6 | 5 |
| 20 | |||
| Unit | Course HBT1B | Level | Credits |
| 14829 | Apply homeobotanical therapeutics in clinical practice | 6 | 15 |
| 15 |
