Institution
Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine, New Westminster, Canada, Canada
Contact Details
Address:
Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine
Boucher Centre
300-435 Columbia Street
New Westminster, BC V3L 5N8
Canada
Phone: +1 604 7779981
Toll free: +1 604 7779982
Fax: Not available
E-mail:info@binm.org
Website:http://www.binm.org
Training Therapy
Natural Medicine
Level Of Training
Postgraduate
Qualification Awarded
Diploma of Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine
Duration Of Training
Four years
Entry Requirements
A University degree (BSc) is preferred but not required. Applicants must have completed a minimum of three years of course work (90 credit hours at a recognized post-secondary institution or the equivalent (as listed by the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials or as listed by the US Department of Education. For credentials earned outside of the USA and Canada a “comprehensive evaluation” must be completed from ICES (http://www.bcit.ca/ices) or from WES (http://www.wes.org) and sent directly to the Admissions Committee prior to the admissions deadline. Applicants must have completed a minimum of three years of course work (90 credit hours or 15 full-year courses or 30 half-year courses) at a Canadian University or the equivalent. At least 30 credit hours (5 full-year courses or 10 half-year courses) must be in upper division (i.e., third or fourth year level at a four-year institution). The following specific courses are required prerequisites:
- Biology -1 full-year (6 credit hours) – May be fulfilled by one year of general biology or one semester of cell biology plus one semester of an appropriate biology, such as botany, genetics, zoology, anatomy, microbiology, etc.
- Psychology – 0.5 full-year (3 credit hours)
- English / Humanities -1 full-year (6 credit hours) – Must include an essay component. (Note: applicants may be required to write a short essay at the time of interview.)
- General Chemistry -1 full-year (6 credit hours)
- Organic Chemistry – 0.5 full-year (3 credit hours)
- Biochemistry – 0.5 full-year (3 credit hours)
- Anatomy
- Physics
- Microbiology
- Human Physiology
- Genetics
- Sociology
- Statistics
- Cell Biology
A passing mark of 60% is the absolute minimum grade required for all prerequisites. It is recommended that an overall cumulative grade-point average of 3.0 on a four-point scale (i.e., 75%) be attained for the applicant to be competitive for the limited seats available.
Credit may or may not be given for courses completed more than 10 years prior to application for admission, at the discretion of the Admissions Committee. Students should be prepared to show that they have kept themselves up-to-date in the sciences.
Enrollment Time
Not available
Learning Outcome
Not available
Type Of Attendance
Full Time
Credit Hour
Not available
Semester
Equivalent to 8 semesters
Theory/Practical
Both components (theory and practical / clinical) will be utilized throughout the course.
Learning Module
Category I Health Sciences
- Physiology
- Biochemistry
- Anatomy
- Pathology
- Neuroanatomy
- Infectious Disease
- Oncology
- Physical Clinical Diagnosis
- Differential Diagnosis
- Laboratory Diagnosis
- Diagnostic Imaging
Category II Professional Development
- History and Philosophy of Naturopathic Medicine
- Learning Skills and Strategies
- Research and Critical Thinking
- Naturopathic Ethics
- Jurisprudence
- Practice Management
Category III Naturopathic Therapeutic Modalities
- Botanical Medicine Program
- Botanicals I – V
- Nutrition Program
- Nutrition I – IV
- Homeopathic Medicine Program
- Homeopathy I – IV
- Psychology and Counseling Program
- Personal Wholeness and Choice
- Psychological Models & Transpersonal Experience
- Listening and Communication Skills
- Death and Dying and Mind Body Medicine
- Psychological Assessment
- Behavioral and Cognitive Therapy
- Traditional Oriental Medical Systems
- TOM I – V
- Physical Methods and Agents Program
- Massage
- Joint and Muscle Assessment
- Orthopaedics
- Axial Analysis
- Exercise and Training Methods
- Naturopathic Manipulation
Category IV Clinical Sciences
- Naturopathic Clinical Arts and Sciences
- Pharmacology
- Public Health
- Dermatology
- Environmental Health
- Women’s Health
- Obstetrics
- Paediatrics
- Geriatrics
- Genetics
- Clinical Ecology
Category V Clinical Practice and Integration
- Master Classes
- Medical Procedures
- Emergency Medicine
- Clinical Education
Teaching Faculty
Institute of Naturopathic Medicine
Source Of Accreditation
Accredited Naturopathic Medical Colleges (AANMC)
Private Career Training Institutions Agency (PCTIA)
Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine
The Council on Naturopathic Medical Education (CNME)
Naturopathic Physicians Licensing Examinations (NPLEX)
Graduate Pathways
On completion, graduates can pursue post-graduate level courses.
Career Opportunities
On completion, a graduate can practice as an accredited natural medicine practitioner.
Course Fees
Assessment Fee – CDN150.00 due at interview
Registration Fee – CDN150.00 due on enrolment
Enrolment Tuition Deposit (non-refundable) – CDN1, 450.00 due on enrolment
Boucher Student Association membership – CDN60.00 per year
*Information for international students’ fee not available.
How To Apply
A complete application consists of the following:
1. Application form (refer to links to download)
2. Essay: a typewritten or word-processed essay addressing the following points:
(Minimum two pages)
a. Provide a brief autobiographical sketch
b. Explain why you want to practice naturopathic medicine
c. Describe your experience with naturopathic medicine
d. Discuss what you have to offer the profession of naturopathic medicine
3. Resume: A copy of applicant’s current resume.
4. Reference Letters: three personal written references which are addressed to the Admissions Committee. These are to be from people, other than the applicant’s family, who have known the applicant for at least three years, and at least one of the references should be from a member of a regulated profession (e.g., ND, lawyer, dentist, etc.).
5. Transcripts of all post-secondary education.
6. Prerequisites: Proof of current enrolment for any prerequisite courses not completed at the time of application (refer to website in contact details for more information on prerequisites).
7. Application Fee of CDN150.00 made payable to BINM in cash, bank money order, or personal check If paying through VISA, please add an additional 2.5% service charge.
8. Completion of Application: Once all of the documents are received, and if the applicant is selected for an interview, an assessment fee of CDN150.00 will be due on the day of the assessment interview.
Send all of the above to address (refer to contact details) provided.
Glossary, Abbreviations and Links
- CDN – Canadian Dollars
- BINM – Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine
- Institutions often have two semesters per year which usually last between 15 and 18 weeks.
- Application form – http://www.binm.org/prospective-students/admissions/how-to-apply
