Institution
Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine, Ontario, Canada, Canada
Contact Details
Address:
The Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine
1255 Sheppard Avenue East
Toronto, Ontario
M2K 1E2
Phone: +1 416 4981255
Toll free: +1 866 2412266
Fax: +1 416 4981576
E-mail: Not available
Website:http://www.ccnm.edu/
Training Therapy
Natural Medicine
Level Of Training
Postgraduate
Qualification Awarded
Doctor of Naturopathy Diploma
Duration Of Training
Four years
Entry Requirements
To be considered for admission to the program, applicants must have completed 90 credit hours, 30 semester credits, 130 quarter credits or 15 full-year credits (approximately three years) at a university in Canada or its equivalent. These courses must be completed before enrolling in the program. A minimum number of prerequisite courses is required for admission. No credit is given for the completion of pre-requisites unless a final mark of 60 % or better is achieved.
- General Biology* – 6 hours; 1 credit (full credit)
- Biochemistry – 3 hours; 0.5 credit (half credit)
- General Chemistry** – 6 hours; 1 credit (full credit)
- Organic Chemistry** – 3 hours; 0.5 credit (half credit)
- Psychology – 6 hours; 1 credit (full credit)
- Humanities*** – 6 hours; 1 credit (full credit)
*The biology requirement may be fulfilled by either a one-year general biology course or by combining two semesters of courses such as anatomy, botany, cell biology, genetics, microbiology, physiology or zoology.
**A laboratory component is required with these courses.
***Humanities course work must include an essay writing component (such as: Sociology, Anthropology, Women’s Studies, Philosophy, English).
NOTE: It is recommended that applicants complete courses in some or all of the following areas in order to prepare for the college curriculum:
- Anatomy
- Environmental Science
- Genetics
- Human Physiology
- Microbiology
- Physics
- Sociology
- Statistics
Note: Those lacking some or all of the prerequisite courses may be eligible for admission into the Naturopathic College Preparatory Program.
*Requirements for international students not specified.
Enrollment Time
January of each year
Learning Outcome
Students will receive excellent clinical training to ensure they leave as safe, competent therapists.
Type Of Attendance
Not Available
Credit Hour
223.5 credit hours
Semester
Equivalent to 8 semesters
Theory/Practical
Both components (theory and practical / clinical) will be utilized throughout the course.
Learning Module
Year 1
- Asian Medicine Fundamentals
- Asian Medicine Point Location I
- Anatomy
- Biochemistry
- Physiology
- Embryology
- Histopathology
- Immunology
- Botanical Medicine I
- Public Health
- Homeopathic Medicine I
- Ethics and Jurisprudence I
- Naturopathic History, Philosophy, Principles
- The Art and Practice of Naturopathic Medicine
- Clinical Nutrition I
- Massage/Hydrotherapy
- Health Psychology I
- Principles in Research
Year 2
- Asian Medicine Diagnosis and Pathology
- Asian Medicine Point Location II & III
- Microbiology
- Pathology
- Pharmacology
- Botanical Medicine II
- Clinic I
- Differential Diagnosis
- Laboratory Diagnosis
- Physical and Clinical Diagnosis Theory
- Physical and Clinical Diagnosis Practicum
- Foundations of Naturopathic Medicine
- Homeopathic Medicine II Advanced Fundamentals
- Homeopathic Medicine II Clinical Applications
- Clinical Nutrition II
- Naturopathic Manipulation I
- Health Psychology II
Year 3
- Asian Medicine Therapeutics
- Asian Medicine – Advanced Techniques and Therapeutics
- Botanical Medicine III
- Clinic II & III
- Primary Care
- Obstetrics
- Paediatrics
- Emergency Medicine
- Men’s Health/Women’s Health
- Advanced Topics in Naturopathic Medicine
- Homeopathic Medicine III
- Practice Management I
- Integrated Clinical Studies I
- Venepuncture/Parenteral Therapy Theory
- Venepuncture/Parenteral Therapy Practicum
- Clinical Nutrition III
- Naturopathic Manipulation II
- Physical Medicine Theory
- Physical Medicine Practicum
- Health Psychology III
- Radiology and Advanced Imaging
Year 4
- Grand Rounds
- Case Management Forms and Presentations
- Clinic IV
- Ethics and Jurisprudence II
- Practice Management II
- Integrated Clinical Studies II
- Minor Surgery
Note: One credit hour is defined as the credit for one lecture hour per week for one term. A full-year course will earn two credit hours for each hour of lecture per week. Laboratory and practicum hours are credited at a one half rate (e.g., two hours per week for a term is required to earn one credit hour) and clinic time is credited at a 2/3 rate.
One credit hour = 14 lecture hours
One credit hour = 21 clinic hours
One credit hour = 28 laboratory hours, tutorial, practicum or independent study hours
Teaching Faculty
College of Naturopathic Medicine
Source Of Accreditation
Council on Naturopathic Medical Education (CNME)
Graduate Pathways
Doctoral degree is the highest clinical academic degree. Further research training at PhD level is possible.
Career Opportunities
On completion of the program, graduates must take international licensing examinations before registration is granted to practice as a naturopathic doctor.
Additional opportunities exist in teaching, employee assistance programs, research and development, public education, consulting for industry and government relations.
Course Fees
Local – CND 17, 580 for the whole course
International – CND 21, 060 for the whole course
How To Apply
The application consists of the following:
- A completed application form (contact University to acquire application form – refer to contact details) and payment of CND150 application fee.
- Official transcripts mailed directly to CCNM’s Recruitment Department by the institutions attended.
- International transcripts of academic records must be translated and evaluated by World Education Services (WES) and mailed directly to CCNM. For further information please visit www.wes.org.
- Proof of current course enrolment. (if applicable)
- Letters of reference from two individuals (non-relative) mailed directly from these individuals to the Recruitment Department. It is recommended that references be obtained from the following groups:
a. Academic (post secondary)
b. Professional (previous employer)
c. Naturopathic Doctor (non-relative)
7. A copy of a birth certificate or equivalent.
Send all of the above to address (refer to contact details)
Glossary, Abbreviations and Links
- CND – Canadian dollar
- CCNM – Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine
- Institutions often have two semesters per year which usually last between 15 and 18 weeks.
