Advanced Diploma of Western Herbal Medicine

Science-based training for a natural advantage. Enrol now.

Become a Herbal Medicine Specialist

Herbal medicine in western civilisation began millennia ago. And your career as a qualified practitioner in the field begins right now.

Ever more popular in our health-conscious society, western herbal medicine combines centuries of accumulated knowledge with modern technology and ideas.

With job and business prospects growing, this nationally recognised herbal medicine course is your entry point to a fascinating career.

Career-focused Herbal Medicine Course

Practice-ready qualification
Upgrade your qualification easily
Fully recognised

Quick Course Guide
Qualification	Advanced Diploma of Western Herbal Medicine	Enrolment dates	Distance education option: Enrol anytime - start now! In-class option: Contact a SEEK Learning consultant for upcoming start dates
Study time	2 years full-time 4 years by distance education	Pre-requisites	HSC or mature age
Delivery method	Flexible: In class and/or by distance education	Assessment	Exams + 250 hours of clinical training
Delivered by	ACNT	Finance options	Flexible payment options available

An Ancient Philosophy for Modern Times

Chinese medicine and Ayurvedic in India are well known examples of herbal therapy. Alongside them, western herbal medicine, with roots in ancient Greece, Rome and Egypt, is ideally placed to help treat modern ills.

Be ideally placed yourself, with a qualification from the ACNT herbal medicine course. Fully recognised by the National Herbalists Association of Australia, the course produces highly skilled graduates with the knowledge and expertise necessary to become respected health professionals.

Just some of the areas covered in the herbal medicine course are:

Plant identification
Herb prescription
Herbal preparation
Anatomy and physiology
Chemistry

Biochemistry
Pathology
Toxicology
Symptomatology and diagnosis

Course Modules

Anatomy & Physiology I
Anatomy & Physiology II
Anatomy & Physiology IIIa
Anatomy & Physiology IIIc
Australian Bush Flower Remedies
Bach Flower Remedies
Bach Flower Remedies - Advanced
Biochemistry
Botany
Chemistry - Basic and Organic
Clinic - Advanced Diploma of Herbal Medicine
Clinical Skills for Contemporary Therapists
Complementary Assessment Techniques
Counselling Ia - Communication Skills
Counselling IIa - Mental Health
Counselling IIb - Human Development
First Aid Basic
Herbal Medicine Foundations Ia
Herbal Medicine Foundations Ib
Herbal Medicine IIa
Herbal Medicine IIb
Herbal Medicine IIIa
Herbal Medicine IIIb
Herbal Pharmacy
Herbal Treatments Advanced I - Immune Disorders

Herbal Treatments Advanced II - Life Stages
Laboratory Tests and Medical Reports - Introduction
Manage a Practice
Naturopathic Philosophy
Nutrition Ia
Nutrition Ib
Nutrition Ic
Nutritional and Herbal Products - Comparison and Critical Assessment
Occupational Health & Safety
Pathology
Pharmacology and Toxicology
Philosophical Principles Introduction
Physical Examination I - Basic Techniques
Physical Examination II - Advanced Techniques
Phytochemistry I
Phytochemistry II
Principles of Aged Care Work
Professional Development
Symptomatology & Diagnosis A
Symptomatology & Diagnosis B
TCM - Introduction
TCM Philosophy & Diagnosis I - Foundations

Hands-on Training to Complete Your Qualification

This herbal medicine course requires first aid training as part of the course curriculum. If you've previously completed a first aid course which meets the national competencies for the National Training Package HLTFA301B - Apply First Aid (including St. John Ambulance Senior First Aid Certificate), you'll receive credit for this part of the course.

You will also be required to complete 250 hours of practical clinical training which you can undertake at ACNT's campus in Sydney. If you are studying by distance education and live outside of Sydney, you can undertake your training at an approved local clinic or practice.

Contact a SEEK Learning consultant for more information about these requirements.

Articulation

Through ACNT's articulation arrangement with Charles Sturt University, you may apply for entrance into the University's Bachelor of Health Science (Complementary Medicine) degree program, using your qualification to gain advanced standing.

You may also upgrade to the following ACNT qualifications, with advanced standing for completed modules:

Industry Accreditation

This course is recognised by:

ATMS - Australian Traditional Medicine Society
ANTA - Australian Natural Therapists Association
NHAA - National Herbalists Association of Australia

Study Options

Study this herbal medicine course in any of the following ways:

In class full-time - attend classes at the ACNT campus in Sydney
Distance education - study from home and at local approved clinics
Combination - study some modules in class and others by distance education

Contact a SEEK Learning consultant now for in-class enrolment dates or for more information about these study options.

Flexible Payment Options

There are several payment options available for your convenience, including:

Annual payment
Semester payment

This course is Austudy, Abstudy and Youth Allowance approved. In addition, SEEK Learning also provides a finance option from Hanover Consumer Finance in Australia. Contact a SEEK Learning consultant now for more information.

About ACNT

With over 25 years' experience, the Australasian College of Natural Therapies (ACNT) has built a reputation for providing quality, accredited courses in natural health and beauty therapy. One of the largest colleges of its kind in the world, ACNT trains thousands of students per year and delivers highly qualified, knowledgeable and job-ready graduates.

Learn more about ACNT.