Advanced Holistic Naturopathy — Level 7 (QLS)
Overview
This Level 7 programme prepares practitioners to design safe, person-centred naturopathic plans for chronic wellbeing concerns. It blends advanced anatomy & physiology, phytotherapy, homeopathy, functional nutrition, mind-body approaches and clinical case-work. Learners develop assessment, protocol design, documentation and referral skills suitable for multidisciplinary wellness settings.
Note: Designed for holistic wellness and educational practice. It does not replace medical diagnosis or treatment; practitioners must work within local laws and scope.
Credit & Time Allocation
| Component | Hours | Description |
|---|---|---|
| TQT | 600 | Total Qualification Time |
| GLH | 342 | Guided Learning Hours |
| SS | 198 | Self-Study |
| TAT | 60 | Tutorial & Assessment Time |
Core Modules
- Advanced A&P & Pathophysiology: systems integration, inflammation, stress axis, detoxification pathways
- Phytotherapy: materia medica, extracts & dosing, safety/contraindications, formulation & compounding
- Homeopathy: remedy families, case-taking, repertorisation, acute vs chronic strategies
- Clinical Nutrition: functional testing interpretation (where permitted), gut-microbiome focus, metabolic balance
- Lifestyle & Mind-Body: sleep hygiene, movement, stress management, breathwork and mindfulness protocols
- Assessment & Planning: consultation frameworks, red flags, referral and inter-professional collaboration
- Governance & Ethics: scope of practice, documentation, informed consent, advertising/claims compliance
- Research & Evidence: critical appraisal, case audits, service-improvement project
Study Mode & Duration
- Full-Time: 12 – 18 months
- Part-Time: 18 – 24 months
- Online / Flexible: up to 30 months
Assessment & Evidence
- Supervised clinical case-studies with plans, safety checks and follow-ups
- Formulary/design assignments (herbal blends, nutrition protocols, lifestyle plans)
- Short written assessments (A&P, ethics, evidence appraisal)
- Capstone: research-informed service-improvement or clinical audit
Progression & Careers
Progress to Level 7 Postgraduate Reflexology, PG Dip in Bioresonance & Biofeedback Analysis, or into university top-ups where available. Career routes: Naturopathy Practitioner, Wellness Programme Lead, Clinic Coordinator, or Trainer/Assessor in holistic education (within legal scope).