I’m Commencing Study in the Bachelor of Complementary Medicine in July 2021!
Exciting news! I’ve re-enrolled in study and will be completing the Bachelor of Complementary Medicine at Endeavour College over 2 years. It’s completely online, whereas the Bachelor of Naturopathy (my preferred course) is blended delivery from Victoria or Queensland; A change of location isn’t on the cards for me anytime soon so Complementary studies it is. My learning over the last couple of years has expanded into Individual Support work for Aged and Disability care (Certificate III in Individual Support – Traineeship work in the Residential Aged Care) with a focus on client wellbeing. I’ve continued on lifes path learning and affirming that wellbeing has diverse meaning across people in the community, and I can see how an individualised approach to health is vital to health care approaches.
People’s life experience can benefit from different types of medicine at different life stages. From this course I aim to build on my own learning and be able to assist others with their health and wellbeing knowledge going forward. I hope you find the information I share with you useful! Please contact me for a consultation if you require more information or guidance.
The subjects in the Bachelor of Complementary Medicine are (from Endeavour Course Guide):
HOMC111 Introduction to Homeopathy Introduces homeopathic philosophy and application including clinical theory and practice, manufacturing, and international context.
NATP111 Naturopathic Philosophy Introduces the philosophy and theory of naturopathic medicine and its array of treatment modalities within its international context.
SOCH111 History of Healing History and philosophy of health paradigms from early human existence to present day. Current public health is explored.
BIOH111 Human Biological Science 1 Introduces concepts of human physiology, anatomy and homeostasis within cellular, tissue and system levels, including nervous, muscular, skeletal and endocrine.
CMPF121 Introduction to Chinese Medicine Introduces Chinese medicine philosophy and practice and its array of treatment modalities within its international context.
SOCQ121 Foundations of Critical Enquiry Learn to critically evaluate relevant literature, understand a variety of research methodologies and the importance of research ethics.
BIOH122 Human Biological Science 2 Introduces concepts of human physiology, anatomy and homeostasis within further system levels, including digestive, cardiovascular, immune, pulmonary, urinary and reproductive.
MSTP211 Introduction to Musculoskeletal Therapies Introduces students to the many forms of musculoskeletal therapies that are practiced on a global basis.
NMDS122 Sociology of Food for Complementary Medicine Examine food and diet within a cultural context and how this affects a person’s nutritional status.
HMCL221 Introduction to Complementary Medicine Clinical Practice Introduces clinical decision-making across a variety of CM modalities through case workshopping and clinic observation.
SOCF111 Foundations of Communication and Counselling Introduces communication, counselling and interpersonal skills for an integrated health professional.
SOCS221 Sociology for Complementary Medicine Students learn to critically evaluate ideas about health and wellness within the current globalised social context.
WHMF124 Herbal Therapeutic Preparations Learn how to make a variety of herbal preparations for different routes of administration.
SOCB311 Behavioural Change and Health Promotion Introduces health promotion, prevention, and behavioural change models designed to assist individuals in making healthy lifestyle changes.
SOCF311 Foundations of Public Health for Complementary Medicine Explores the public health theory, strategies and research in relation to holistic primary healthcare and community education.
SOCA321 Evidence Based Approaches in Complementary Medicine Evaluates a variety research methodologies in complementary medicine and their relationship to clinical practice.
SOCL321 Ethics and Law in Complementary Medicine Examines ethical theory, issues and decision making processes related to complementary medicine within the context of the Australian legal system and international human rights.
This is a generalist undergraduate degree which has been designed for students who are interested in the Complementary Medicine field as a whole, and are interested in careers other than Clinical Practitioner.
Subject Descriptions Bachelor of Complementary Medicine BCompMed Code Subject Title Subject Description Electives – Taken in Semester 5 & 6
BIOB111 Chemistry and Biochemistry Introduces basic concepts of chemistry and biochemistry needed to understand chemical homeostasis at cellular, tissue and system levels.
BIOC211 Pathology and Clinical Science 1 Introduces concepts of microbiology as well as symptomatology, diagnostic techniques and pathological processes of cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive and urinary systems.
BIOO211 Biochemistry for Complementary Therapists Introduces structure of chemical molecules of the body, organic chemistry; and major biochemical pathways in health and disease.
BIOP211 Pharmacology Introduces pharmacology, pharmacokinetics and toxicology concepts of contemporary medicine to build awareness and understanding of potential interactions between current biomedical treatments and traditional medicine.
BIOW311 Wellness Practices This subject will introduce students to the contemporary field of holistic wellness, and its application within clinical practice, for working with clients in relation to self-care, disease prevention, and the promotion of a thriving lifestyle.
CMPF122 Introduction to Chinese Medicine 2 Develops an understanding of TCM physiology, including organs, vital substances, and major principles.
HOMC121 Homeopathic Acute Prescribing Develops the ability to prescribe homeopathic medicines in the management of common acute and first aid conditions.
HOMM122 Comparative Materia Medica Compares and integrates homeopathic and herbal prescribing methods within an organopathy and system-based pathology context.
HOMT122 Homeopathic Case Taking Integrate talk therapy techniques with the homeopathic principles of case taking for holistic health assessment.
MSTN211 Nutrition, Exercise and Lifestyle Educate and advise about basic exercise, nutrition and lifestyle choices to augment musculoskeletal therapy in the management of client’s health. Theory and technique is applied in the assessment and treatment of various soft tissue dysfunctions.
NATF311 Flower Essence Therapy This subject covers the fundamentals of the flower essences, both European and Australian; their uses and applications are also explored.
NMDF121 Foundations of Human Nutrition Learn the fundamentals of human nutrition covering both macro and micro-nutrients.
NMDM121 Medicinal Food Science Study the use of food as a therapeutic tool rather than just nutrition. Farming techniques and how these affect the quality of the food grown.
SOCE311 Establish and Manage a Practice Develop skills to establish a health practice and manage/operate the clinic. Business strategies, ethics, privacy and relevant legislative requirements.
SOCM311 Mindfulness in Practice Explores historical foundations and the contemporary development of mindfulness. Introduces the full potential of mindfulness practices and its applications in both in self-care practices and the care of others.
WHMF123 Herbal Botany Introduction to botanical anatomy and taxonomy essential for accurate plant identification.
Above Descriptions from the Endeavour College Course Guide