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PhD in Natural or Integrative Medicine

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Quantum University’s PhD programs offer a comprehensive curriculum that combines the principles of holistic medicine, integrative health, and natural medicine. Through rigorous education, students develop a deep understanding of these interconnected fields

Graduates with a PhD in Natural Medicine, or a PhD in Integrative Medicine follow many career paths. Some licensed healthcare providers use this degree to expand their existing practices. For example, they may blend natural medicine with more traditional approaches as they work at a hospital or wellness center. Additionally, many graduates open private practices, often from the comfort of their own homes.

The curriculum for both our Natural and Integrative Medicine programs are similar, but the title is dependent upon previous educational experience and the certifying boards. In North America, the degree program title for Integrative Medicine is reserved for licensed doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.

Non-medical background? You qualify for our Natural Medicine Degree Track Programs.

Licensed Healthcare Practitioner? You qualify for our Integrative Medicine Degree Track Programs.

We also offer an exciting Fast Track option designed to expedite your learning and enable you to complete your degree program in a single streamlined track.

Combining degree programs allows students to combine the tuition cost of all degree programs into one tuition payment plan that qualifies for additional tuition awards.

With our Fast Track option, you have the power to fast-forward your educational journey and realize your dreams sooner than you ever thought possible. By immersing yourself in an intensive and focused learning experience, you’ll soar towards your degree with unparalleled momentum. It’s an extraordinary opportunity to embrace your potential and make a remarkable impact in your chosen field.

“Attending Quantum University online was the best decision i ever made.. becoming a student changed my life because it actually gave me the knowledge and the foundation to move into integrative medicine. “

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Doctorate and PhD in Natural Medicine

PhD In Natural Or Integrative Medicine

Average Completion Time: 1 Year

To be admitted into a PhD degree program at Quantum University, you must hold a degree in Alternative, Natural, or Integrative Medicine from Quantum University or be enrolled in a Doctorate in Alternative, Natural, or Integrative Medicine degree program at Quantum University.

Program Information Guides:

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Please note that students do not typically directly enroll in the PhD program at Quantum University. Instead, they often choose to pursue one of our Doctorate and PhD in Natural or Integrative Medicine Fast Track options. This approach enables them to fulfill the requirements for both degrees simultaneously, and earn the highly regarded “Dr.” title in addition to the titles they have earned at the Bachelors, Masters, and Doctorate levels. Plus, this option is a much more cost-effective choice. View all Fast Track options here .

Curriculum Sneak Peek

Video courses.

IM-701 – Theoretical Principles of Integrative Medicine
IM-702 – Quantum Consciousness and Evolution
IM-705 – Quantum Physics and Health
IM-706 – HealthCare Management

Dissertation Courses

ID-900 – Dissertation Methodology
ID-903 – PhD Dissertation Research Project

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Career Path and Certification

Quantum University’s degree programs are accredited by several professional certification boards. Upon graduation from their degree programs, Quantum University students will apply directly to these boards to achieve certification.

Board certification serves as a testament to your expertise, dedication, and commitment to excellence. It establishes you as a trusted practitioner in your specialty and sets you apart as a professional who has gone above and beyond to achieve the highest standards of competence and proficiency.

We know you’ll want to celebrate when you graduate, so Quantum University offers three online graduation ceremonies every year for you to participate in. Additionally, we provide occasional in-person graduation ceremonies for students who prefer to attend offline. Although the in-person ceremonies are on hiatus due to COVID-19, we will offer them again soon.

Dissertation

At Quantum University, we believe that writing a thesis or dissertation shouldn’t be a daunting task. That’s why we offer a one-of-a-kind methodology course that demystifies the entire process, empowering you to master the art of scholarly writing one step at a time.

As you progress through your academic journey, you’ll encounter numerous enlightening “Aha” moments. These moments of clarity, when profound truths become evident, can serve as the foundation for your thesis statement – a springboard for presenting your groundbreaking ideas to the world.

Imagine the exhilaration of unveiling something new, something remarkable, something that will make a tangible difference in our world. Your thesis or dissertation is your platform to introduce and explore your unique concepts, conduct rigorous research, present persuasive arguments, provide irrefutable evidence, and even showcase captivating case studies that reinforce the validity of your ideas.

Our comprehensive course will be your guiding light, helping you select a compelling dissertation topic, establish a clear study structure, define objectives, identify study participants, determine measurement criteria, and master the art of data collection.

For PhD students, your dissertation will be a minimum of 100+ pages – a testament to your scholarly expertise. You will understand what information you will need to gather, how to determine the support you will need, how to develop research protocols, and how to write your observations, conclusions, and abstract. This outstanding program was created by our Senior Dissertation Mentor, Dr. Pat Knox, to walk you through the process and help you understand how to write a thesis or a dissertation that will be a true contribution to the future of natural and integrative medicine.

Dissertation Mentors

Dissertation mentors are assigned to a student when they are ready to begin their dissertation project, after completing about 75% of their degree program. Dissertation mentors are responsible for guiding students through the process of creating, researching, writing, and grading their thesis work at Quantum University.

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University of Western States

Doctor of Chiropractic

Portland, USA

The University of Western States (UWS) flagship doctor of chiropractic program is a rigorous, 12-quarter doctoral program that is designed to be completed in three years. Taught on our beautiful campus in Portland, Oregon, students learn from experienced faculty with practice experience and clinical training. Students gain real-world knowledge to treat patients more effectively and with a relationship-centric approach.

University of Johannesburg

Doctor of Health Sciences in Complementary Medicine

Johannesburg, South Africa

Full time, Part time

The purpose of the Doctor of Health Sciences in Complementary Medicine is to provide the qualifying student with advanced analytical problem-solving and reflective competencies in the field of complementary medicine (CM) and to enable them to act as a leader within the CM research field. This will be achieved by making an original contribution to the knowledge content of CM through independent research.

Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine

The doctor of naturopathic medicine (NMD) program at the University of Western States (UWS) prepares students to take a holistic and individualized approach to health and healing and integrates the principles of functional medicine throughout the naturopathic program. Graduates learn to consider the whole person including the patient’s diet, lifestyle, environment, genetics, physical, mental and emotional health, as well as other factors that influence health and well-being.

Auream Phoenix University for Women

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) by Research in Natural Health Science

Distance Learning

English, Italian

PhD by research via Distance Learning is awarded after successfully completing a theoretical research specialization. This research is presented in the form of a doctoral thesis. The PhD (Doctor of Philosophy) is the only doctoral degree that can be achieved through distance learning. The main requirement for a PhD online through distance learning is to present and discuss a thesis of at least 100 pages for review and evaluation by an academic committee at Selinus University. Natural medicine believes that healing will prevail when health conditions exist. When traditional aquatic therapies, herbs, physical medicine and nutrition are used correctly, the body's self-healing is facilitated. The final thesis of this doctoral program should cover mental, emotional and spiritual connections with various pathological states and how they are overcome. In addition to developing methodologies for the use of various natural medicines, the candidate should indicate the new and important perspective of life force and its role in the healing process, when used together with the principles of natural health sciences.

Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine

DO-MBA Program

East Lansing, USA

The Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine and the Eli Broad College of Business offers a dual-degree program for highly motivated students who are interested in developing business competency in medical practice and want to prepare for careers in health care leadership.

Acupuncture And Integrative Medicine College, Berkeley

DOCTOR OF ACUPUNCTURE & INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE

Berkeley, USA

The doctoral-level competencies enable program graduates to fully utilize the scope of practice of a California licensed acupuncturist, including ordering and interpreting labs and diagnostic imaging, giving effective nutrition advice and exercise counselling, collaborating with other practitioners inpatient care, and incorporating scholarship, research, evidence-based and functional medicine into clinical practice.

National University of Natural Medicine

DOCTOR OF Naturopathic Medicine

Blended, On-Campus

Our naturopathic medicine degree program prepares graduates with the skills to thrive in a complex healthcare landscape. Students at NUNM learn a broader range of medical skills than any other naturopathic medical school, including experience with transgender medicine and end-of-life processes.

Institute Of Bioenergetic Medicine

DUAL DOCTORATE IN NATURAL MEDICINE (DNM) & BIOENERGETIC MEDICINE (BD) AND DOCTORATE IN SACRED MEDICINE (DSM)

Centennial, USA

Both the terms "natural medicine" and "doctor" are historical Traditional Native American terms. Native American Medicine (NAM) is a spiritually based system of healing. Traditional Native "natural doctors" practised prayer, ceremony, herbs, heat, cold, dietary, healing sounds, music, touch, water, lithotherapy, smoke, sound therapy, fasting, bone setting, and counselling. These modalities were all applied within the context of spiritual practice.

Five Branches University

Doctor and Master of Acupuncture Dual Degree DAc/MAc

Santa Cruz, USA
San Jose, USA

The Doctor of Acupuncture and Master of Acupuncture Dual Degree (DAc/MAc Dual-degree) program is specifically designed for the following individuals...

Won Institute Of Graduate Studies

Doctor of Acupuncture

Glenside, USA

The Doctor of Acupuncture (DAC) program is designed to prepare its graduates for leadership in acupuncture and integrative medicine. The Doctor of Acupuncture program leads to a Doctor of Acupuncture degree, allowing graduates to receive the highest level of education in the field, and achieve degree parity alongside other doctorally-trained healthcare professionals.

American College of Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine

Doctor of Acupuncture With a Chinese Herbal Medicine Specialization (Dacchm)

Houston, USA

The goal of the Doctor of Acupuncture with a Chinese Herbal Medicine Specialization (DAc) and Master of Acupuncture with a Chinese Herbal Medicine Specialization (MAc) programs is to train individuals to become a licensed acupuncturist. Students who complete the prescribed course of study at the American College of Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine (ACAOM) will be awarded a Doctor of Acupuncture with a Chinese Herbal Medicine Specialization (DAc) and Master of Acupuncture with a Chinese Herbal Medicine Specialization (MAc) degrees upon completion of its requirements.

Atlantic Institute Of Oriental Medicine

Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine

Fort Lauderdale, USA

Admission to the professional doctoral program requires the satisfactory completion of a Master’s degree or Master’s level program in Oriental Medicine from an ACAOM accredited or candidate Acupuncture & Oriental medicine program or its international equivalent.

Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (DAOM)

The Postgraduate Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (Postgraduate DAOM) program is designed for licensed acupuncturists interested in developing advanced TCM knowledge and skills, achieving a medical specialization, and gaining valuable experience in research and teaching.

Phoenix Institute Of Herbal Medicine And Acupuncture

Doctor of Acupuncture with Specialization in Herbal Medicine

Phoenix, USA

The Doctor of Acupuncture degrees (Doctor of Acupuncture and Doctor of Acupuncture with Specialization in Herbal Medicine) are offered separately and can also be taken concurrently with the Master of Science in Acupuncture and the Master of Science in Oriental Medicine degrees.

New York Chiropractic College

Seneca Falls, USA

It's a journey. A professional degree earned at Northeast College of Health Sciences over 10 trimesters, leading to a Doctor of Chiropractic (D.C.). Core sciences.

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PhD Programs in Health Care Alternative Medicine

Obtaining a PhD puts you at the top of your academic and professional game. By reaching the pinnacle of educational accomplishment, you may open the doors for career making opportunities to abound. What is a PhD in Alternative Medicine? A terminal degree in the study of alternative medicine encompasses many different courses within one program. Depending on their area of specialty or focus, students may study everything from acupuncture and oriental medicine to hypnosis and mind body healing. PhDs in the field typically take the most advanced course material available and are expected to have a high level of knowledge and expertise of natural medicine modalities. Receiving your PhD in such a booming and thriving area can make you extremely attractive to employers, promising a generous salary and many job opportunities. With the natural health market on the rise, your skills are likely to be in very high demand. The costs of a PhD program in alternative medicine differ substantially depending on the details and length of the course work, how long you spend on your education, and where you live. As a PhD holder, you can expect to be granted the utmost respect from potential employers in health science, education, research, and clinical care. As a trained expert in alternative medicine, you may choose to open your own clinic that uses various healing treatments to aid patients and clients. You may work on scientific studies, supplement development, or clinical research. Careers in hospitals, clinics, health centers, and therapeutic institutions may open up for you. Perhaps you will teach the future generation of alternative medicine mavens. If the idea of pursuing your PhD in the study of alternative medicine appeals to you, search for your program below and contact directly the admission office of the school of your choice by filling in the lead form.

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Doctor of Science in Integrative Health

ACHS designed this Doctor of Science in Integrative Health degree for health and wellness professionals who want to make a difference in their communities and help reshape how healthcare works. This online degree is ideal for practitioners, educators, healthcare professionals, and others with a drive to help others and contribute to research in the field.

Market research indicates that consumer use of integrative health and wellness has continued to grow. Nearly 40% of Americans use complementary and alternative treatments, including dietary supplements and services such as chiropractic and massage. Medical insurance policies increasingly cover these services.

Few accredited terminal degrees in integrative health are available in the United States. Graduates of the ACHS DSc will fill an essential gap in skilled integrative health professionals. In addition, healthcare occupations will grow 16% from 2020-2030.

Graduates of the Doctor of Science in Integrative Health program will have the skills and training to educate others, apply their knowledge in professional and clinical settings based on their area(s) of specialization, and contribute to community and global health initiatives.

Are you waiting to be ready to start a Doctorate program? Explore ACHS’s Integrative Health Department programs online at Programs include Masters degrees, Graduate Certificates, and Micro-credentials designed to help you advance your knowledge and help others through wellness.

Professional Credential Pathways

This program is aligned with industry professional credentialing educational standards, including the National Association of Nutrition Professionals (NANP) and the American Nutrition Association, Board Certification for Certified Nutrition Specialists SM .

National Association of Nutrition Professionals Student Membership

ACHS provides new students in this program with a student membership to the NANP for one year. 1

Approved by the National Association of Nutrition Professionals (NANP)

Meets the education requirements for graduates to sit for the Board Exam in Holistic Nutrition certification, offered by the Holistic Nutrition Credentialing Board 2

Learning Outcomes

Analyze current research including the major literature, theories, practices, problems, ethical issues, and research methods in integrative health and area(s) of specialization such as functional nutrition, aromatherapy, or herbal medicine;
Use theory and research evidence to identify, design, and assess behavioral and action-focused functional nutrition and integrative health education protocols;
Create activities and coalitions with global, national, state, or community organizations to promote health policies and environments that support food and health sovereignty;
Synthesize and review evidence-based research and literature to apply best practices in integrative health;
Evaluate the impact of ethical, socioeconomic, and racial influences on health outcomes;
Implement integrative health professional scope of practice and code of ethics based on specialization;
Design, conduct, and publish original research in integrative health and functional nutrition as demonstrated by the Doctoral Dissertation Project.

1 Membership processed with NANP 4-6 weeks after student begins their first semester in an eligible program. 2 In addition to completing this program, documentation of 500 hours (includes a minimum of 250 direct contact hours and up to 250 indirect contact hours) of professional experience in holistic nutrition is also required. NANP also offers an exception for new graduates that defers these requirements for two years if the exam is taken within 12 months of graduation. Please visit achs.edu/alumni/professional-exams-registration for more information or contact www.nanp.org/board-exam-eligibility . 3 Please note that this program does not prepare students to be eligible to sit for the NCHEC CHES exam and become a Certified Health Education Specialist.

Required Courses

Global Health and Nutrition Politics and Policies – DSC 601

Research and Bioethics – DSC 605

Environmental Nutrition: Health Implications – DSC 610

Gastrointestinal Processes in Health and Disease – DSC 615

Detoxification: Theory to Practice – DSC 620

Inflammation, Immunity, and Nutrition – DSC 625

Foundation Level Exam – DSC FLE

Biostatistics in Health – DSC 650

Directed Study – DSC 655

Comprehensive Exam – DSC ALE

Dissertation Seminar – DSC 700

Doctoral Dissertation I – DSC 701

Doctoral Dissertation II – DSC 702

Foundations of Aromatherapy Online – AROMA 501

Aromatherapy I Online – AROMA 503

Aromatherapy II Online – AROMA 504

Aromatherapy III Online – AROMA 505

Essential Oil Chemistry for Integrative Health Professionals Online – AROMA 507

General, Organic, and Biochemistry Online – CHEM 501

Nutrition, Metabolic Syndrome, and Cardiovascular Disease – DSC 630

Hormones and Nutrition – DSC 635

Neuroscience and Nutrition – DSC 640

Health Promotion and Behavior Change – DSC 645

Stress Management and Emotional Health Online – HED 503

Advanced Herbal Materia Medica I Online – HERB 502

Advanced Herbal Materia Medica II Online – HERB 503

Advanced Herbal Materia Medica III Online – HERB 504

Principles of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry Online – HERB 521

Botany and Plant Identification for the Holistic Practitioner Online – HERB 531

Safety & Metabolism of Botanical Supplements Online – HERB 541

Foundations of Health Education Online – HLED 553

Program Planning for Health Educators Online – HLED 554

Homeopathy Online – HOM 501

Introduction to Integrative Health Theory Online – IHS 500

Anatomy & Physiology I Online – NAT 501

Anatomy & Physiology II Online – NAT 502

Integrative Pathophysiology I Online – NAT 503

Integrative Pathophysiology II Online – NAT 504

Wellness Coaching & Communication Skills Online – NAT 515

Integrative Health and Nutrition Fundamentals Online – NUT 501

Macronutrients for Integrative Health Online – NUT 502

Micronutrients for Integrative Health Online – NUT 503

Advanced Sports Nutrition Online – NUT 504

Graduate Topics in Holistic Nutrition Online – NUT 509

Nutrition and Dietary Supplements Online – NUT 510

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Masters degree or higher from accredited institution (official transcripts required). Recommendation for admission by the Program Dean and ACHS Admissions Committee.

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University of Western States

Doctor of Chiropractic

Portland, USA

Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine

Rocky Vista University

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)

Englewood, USA

At Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine, our dedicated faculty and staff embrace osteopathic philosophy while advancing the art and science of medicine. We aim to recruit and educate passionate individuals ready to become community-focused primary care physicians, equipped to meet the diverse needs of patients and adapt to the evolving healthcare landscape.

Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine

DO-MBA Program

East Lansing, USA

Acupuncture And Integrative Medicine College, Berkeley

DOCTOR OF ACUPUNCTURE & INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE

Berkeley, USA

Distance Learning

National University of Natural Medicine

DOCTOR OF Naturopathic Medicine

Blended, On-Campus

Institute Of Bioenergetic Medicine

DUAL DOCTORATE IN NATURAL MEDICINE (DNM) & BIOENERGETIC MEDICINE (BD) AND DOCTORATE IN SACRED MEDICINE (DSM)

Centennial, USA

Five Branches University

Doctor and Master of Acupuncture Dual Degree DAc/MAc

Santa Cruz, USA
San Jose, USA

The Doctor of Acupuncture and Master of Acupuncture Dual Degree (DAc/MAc Dual-degree) program is specifically designed for the following individuals...

Won Institute Of Graduate Studies

Doctor of Acupuncture

Glenside, USA

American College of Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine

Doctor of Acupuncture With a Chinese Herbal Medicine Specialization (Dacchm)

Houston, USA

Atlantic Institute Of Oriental Medicine

Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine

Fort Lauderdale, USA

Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (DAOM)

Phoenix Institute Of Herbal Medicine And Acupuncture

Doctor of Acupuncture with Specialization in Herbal Medicine

Phoenix, USA

Full time, Part time

New York Chiropractic College

Seneca Falls, USA

It's a journey. A professional degree earned at Northeast College of Health Sciences over 10 trimesters, leading to a Doctor of Chiropractic (D.C.). Core sciences.

Northwestern Health Sciences University

Doctor of Chiropractic degree

West Bloomington, USA

Would you like to specialize in extremity management and set yourself apart from your colleagues in the treatment of athletes? As part of your Doctor of Chiropractic degree at NWHSU, you can pursue our Sports Emphasis and receive the training you need to provide this level of care.

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PhD Degrees in Health Care Alternative Medicine

An alternative medicine program could be a great option for someone who is looking to further his or her education. The courses in this program may prepare students to use herbs or acupuncture to heal maladies.

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Requirements for the PhD program often involve the student having already obtained a Master’s degree. Additionally, a thesis or dissertation primarily consisting of original academic research must be submitted. In some countries, this work may even need to be defended in front of a panel.

Alternative Medicine and Holistic Health Graduate Programs in America

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School of Medicine - University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Chapel Hill, NC ·
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill ·
Graduate School
· Rating 4.5 out of 5 4 reviews

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Graduate School, CHAPEL HILL, NC. 4 Niche users give it an average review of 4.5 stars. Featured Review: Doctoral Student says I am deeply grateful for my acceptance to UNC School of Medicine, an opportunity that has already enriched both my education and personal growth. Initially, I hesitated due to the new curriculum... Read 4 reviews.

Bellarmine College of Liberal Arts

Los Angeles, CA ·
Loyola Marymount University ·

Blue checkmark. Loyola Marymount University, Graduate School, LOS ANGELES, CA.

Henrietta Schmoll School of Health

St Paul, MN ·
St. Catherine University ·
· Rating 4.75 out of 5 4 reviews

St. Catherine University, Graduate School, ST PAUL, MN. 4 Niche users give it an average review of 4.8 stars. Featured Review: Master's Student says Excellent class material. Professors are knowledgeable and invested in their students and their learning! Nooks are often offered through the library for free. Collaboration with professors and other... Read 4 reviews.

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College of Professional Studies - National University

San Diego, CA ·
National University ·
· Rating 3 out of 5 4 reviews

National University, Graduate School, SAN DIEGO, CA. 4 Niche users give it an average review of 3 stars. Featured Review: Master's Student says National University has been a great experience. Administration and staff is supportive and extremely knowledgeable. Read 4 reviews.

Maharishi International University

Fairfield, IA ·
· Rating 3.17 out of 5 23 reviews

Blue checkmark. Graduate School, FAIRFIELD, IA. 23 Niche users give it an average review of 3.2 stars. Featured Review: Other says Outstanding staff, progressive programs. Really sets you up for success. Wide variety of classes and degrees. Read 23 reviews.

Columbia College Chicago

Chicago, IL ·
· Rating 4.31 out of 5 32 reviews

Graduate School, CHICAGO, IL. 32 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars. Featured Review: Master's Student says The Arts & Media management program is well-structured and provides different academic avenues to tailor your focus on different areas in the arts. It's more a vocational program vs. theory-based... Read 32 reviews.

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Maryland University of Integrative Health

Laurel, MD ·
· Rating 4.73 out of 5 15 reviews

Blue checkmark. Graduate School, LAUREL, MD. 15 Niche users give it an average review of 4.7 stars. Featured Review: Master's Student says My studies of yoga therapy have been so interesting, I’ve learned so much so much and have knowledgeable professors. It is hard doing synchronous weekends, but well worth it. Read 15 reviews.

Antioch University New England

Keene, NH ·
· Rating 4.04 out of 5 24 reviews

Blue checkmark. Graduate School, KEENE, NH. 24 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars. Featured Review: Master's Student says My overall experience as a graduate student at Antioch University has been great. I am enrolled in their part-time track, Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Art Therapy Program. I am halfway done... Read 24 reviews.

National University of Natural Medicine

Portland, OR ·
· Rating 4.6 out of 5 20 reviews

Graduate School, PORTLAND, OR. 20 Niche users give it an average review of 4.6 stars. Featured Review: Doctoral Student says The best parts about the program is that we learn medicine both in the alternative ways as well as the allopathic ways. Read 20 reviews.

American College of Healthcare Sciences

· Rating 4.78 out of 5 23 reviews

Blue checkmark. Graduate School, PORTLAND, OR. 23 Niche users give it an average review of 4.8 stars. Featured Review: Master's Student says I love The American College of Healthcare Sciences. Hands down the best school experience as of yet! From day one you feel supported by staff and faculty. The professors hold interactive Zoom... Read 23 reviews.

School of Arts & Sciences - Georgian Court University

Lakewood, NJ ·
Georgian Court University ·

Georgian Court University, Graduate School, LAKEWOOD, NJ.

College of Business and Professional Studies - John F Kennedy University

Pleasant Hill, CA ·
John F Kennedy University ·

John F Kennedy University, Graduate School, PLEASANT HILL, CA.

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College of Professional Studies - National University of Health Sciences

Lombard, IL ·
National University of Health Sciences ·
· Rating 5 out of 5 2 reviews

National University of Health Sciences, Graduate School, LOMBARD, IL. 2 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars. Featured Review: Niche User says Son muy organizados y a disposición para ayudar, deberian ser mas persistentes a la hora de gastos. En mi experiencia no tengo queja alguna alguna, ya que me brindaron mucha ayuda Read 2 reviews.

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Doctor of Science in Integrative Healthcare

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Huntington University of Health Science’s ( HUHS ‘s) Doctor of Science in Integrative Healthcare program is unlike virtually any other doctorate program available in the U.S. or abroad. This dynamic, professional doctorate program is designed to provide healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to take an integrative approach to patient care through the application of principles associated with functional medicine, Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM), and other integrative healthcare topics. It also prepares graduates to manage a CAM practice and to conduct CAM-oriented research. The D.Sc. program is offered exclusively online, and has no residential requirements.

Total Credits: 61 or 62 Transfer Credits Allowed: 9 Cost of Tuition per Credit: $540.00 Total Tuition of Program: $32,940.00 or $33,480.00

The D.Sc. program culminates in a capstone project. The capstone project is a substantial research project that is ultimately presented in the form of a dissertation that conforms to institutional standards.

A maximum of 9 credit hours may be transferred from previously completed graduate courses from other accredited institutions. The doctoral program is not eligible for credit by examination.

Program Outcomes:

Upon completion of the Doctor of Science in Integrative Healthcare degree program, the graduate will be able to:

Analyze patient/client biochemistry and develop individualized healthcare programs based upon functional medicine techniques,
Integrate complementary and alternative medicine modalities into their existing healthcare practice,
Manage a complementary and alternative medicine practice,
Conduct research within a complementary and alternative medicine practice,
Synthesize relevant information from an understanding of clinical nutrition or other personalized healthcare concentration, and
Make educated and informed decisions relevant to patient/client healthcare within the context of the CAM and functional medicine paradigm.

Academic prerequisites :

Applicants for the Doctor of Science in Integrative Healthcare must meet one of the following credentials:

Master’s degree, or first professional degree program in a health related field from an accredited college/university with at least a 3.0 GPA or
A minimum of a master’s degree from an accredited college/university with at least a 3.0 GPA and significant professional experience in a health related field.

Applicants for the Doctor of Science in Integrative Healthcare must have these prerequisite courses.

General Chemistry
Biochemistry

Note: If a student is accepted into the Doctor of Science in Integrative Healthcare and is missing any of the above prerequisite courses, they will need to take those courses prior to starting the doctorate program. The courses may be taken at HUHS or another accredited school.

Please click the tab of the concentration you are interested in.

DSc: Clinical Nutrition Concentration

Dsc: personalized concetration.

Graduate students who wish to gain a more in-depth understanding of nutritional medicine in clinical practice should take the Clinical Nutrition application.

The Clinical Nutrition Concentration consists of the following courses:

Core Courses (12 credits)

EDU501 Doctoral Orientation
HEA610 Complementary & Alternative Medicine (3)
HEA620 Research in Complementary & Alternative Medicine (3)
NUT650 Functional Medicine & Nutrition (3)
BUS601 Management of a CAM Practice (3)

Examination

HEA550 Qualifying Examination 1 (1)

Clinical Nutrition Concentration Courses

BIO720 Cellular & Molecular Biology (3)
NUT530 Nutrition Assessment (4)
NUT710 Nutritional Medicine I (3)
NUT711 Nutritional Medicine II (3)
NUT712 Nutritional Medicine III (3)
NUT720 Nutrigenomics (3)
NUT730 Nutraceuticals & Functional Foods (3)

Elective Courses — choose 12 credits

BIO510 Advanced Biochemistry (4)
HEA701 Human Pathology (3)
NUT525 Integrative Nutrition (4)
NUT540 Clinical Nutrition (3)
NUT555 Research in Integrative Nutrition (4)
NUT565 Current Trends in Integrative Nutrition (3)
NUT572 Lifespan Nutrition (3)
NUT574 Community Nutrition (3)
NUT576 Food and Culture (3)
NUT578 Herbal Therapies and Alternative Healing (3)
NUT703 Antioxidants (3)

Examinations & Capstone Project (15 credits)

HEA650 Comprehensive Examination 2
HEA750 Dissertation Seminar (3)
HEA850 Capstone Project (12)

Total Credits:

Clinical Nutrition Concentration: 62

1 Qualifying Examination must be completed after completion of Core Courses.

2 Comprehensive Examination must be completed after completion of Concentration and Elective Courses.

Those who wish to focus on an area of integrative healthcare not currently offered as part of a formalized program of study through HUHS should consider the personalized concentration.

Through prior agreement with course instructors, students might use various sources of information as a basis for learning, include any combination of attending symposiums or seminars, reading textbooks or scientific literature, participation in a research project, or participation in a professional activity related to the health sciences.

Examples of Personalized Concentrations:

Holistic Nursing
Phytotherapy
Dietary Supplement Science
Integrative Healthcare Education

The Personalized Concentration consists of the following courses:

Personalized Concentration Courses

HEA710 Special Topics in Health Sciences I (3)
HEA711 Special Topics in Health Sciences II (3)
HEA712 Special Topics in Health Sciences III (3)
HEA713 Special Topics in Health Sciences IV (3)
HEA714 Special Topics in Health Sciences V (3)
HEA715 Special Topics in Health Sciences VI (3)
HEA716 Special Topics in Health Sciences VII (3)
Personalized Concentration: 61

Certified Clinical Nutritionist ( CCN ) Examination

Graduates of the D.Sc. program meet the core education requirements for the Certified Clinical Nutritionist exam through the Clinical Nutrition Certification Board ( CNCB ). Visit www.cncb.org for eligibility requirements.

American Clinical Board of Nutrition (ACBN)

The American Clinical Board of Nutrition (ACBN) is a certifying agency in nutrition accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA), which certifies programs based on the highest quality standards in professional certification to ensure the programs adhere to modern standards of practice in the certification industry.

The ACBN is one of only a very few certifying agencies in nutrition to offer Diplomate status to all professionals in the health care field beyond the doctorate level in the United States and Internationally. Certificants of the ACBN hold the distinction of Diplomate, American Clinical Board of Nutrition (DACBN) Candidates for the DACBN examination are required to provide proof of completion of a 300-hour clinical nutrition course from an accredited institution.

Please do note that none of our programs are intended to lead towards a Registered Dietitian (RD) credential.

Please see our Registered Dietitian Disclosure .

Since there are states and/or countries that have regulations as to the educational requirements and use of various occupational titles, we suggest that you check with your state to see if there are any applicable regulations. Students are responsible for determining if their country or state has any requirements with regards to providing nutrition counseling or services.

In any case, the use of “Registered Dietitian” or “Dietitian” are restricted to those individuals who met the credentialing requirements of the American Dietetic Association.

The American Nutrition Association® (Formerly the Center for Nutrition Advocacy®) is an excellent resource for those interested in pursuing a career in Nutrition.

The Council of Holistic Health Educators is an excellent resource for those interested in pursuing a career in Nutrition.