Bachelor Of Health Science ( Western Herbal Medicine)

Western herbal medicine is the use of medicinal plants for therapeutic purposes. It is the oldest form of medicine and it has been practiced by many cultures for thousands of years.

A holistic form of medicine, Western herbal medicine is derived from Anglo-American and European traditional healing philosophies and practices. It focuses on the whole person and optimises health, rather than focussing on the symptoms and the disease. Recent interest in herbal medicine has increased and the therapeutic use of herbal medicine is now being validated by scientific research.

This brand new degree in Western Herbal Medicine is ideal for those who want a career incorporating herbal medicine practice as part of a holistic and scientifically based health plan. Students will explore the biological sciences and integrate health science and herbal medicine within a holistic clinical environment.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

Throughout the degree, you will be educated and trained in:

• Biological and social sciences
• Research
• Western herbal medicine and clinical studies
• Alongside study in herbal manufacturing
• Properties of herbs and herbal pharmacology
• History and philosophy of herbal medicine

CAREER PROSPECTS

As a graduate of the Western Herbal Medicine degree, there are a number of career opportunities available to you. There is a continual and growing demand for skilled practitioners to work as a Western Herbal Medicine practitioner in a number of settings such as:

• Private practice
• Complementary & multimodality clinics
• Medical clinics
• Health retreats & spas
• Retail stores
• Industry
• Research
• Education
• Product development
• Practitioner consultants to industry

Students will gain hands on experience under the guidance of experienced naturopaths in a clinical setting treating public patients. This prepares graduates to confidently and successfully commence practice in the community.