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See Available Homeopath Schools
One of the more interesting holistic health
careers is that of the homeopath. Homeopathy operates
on the theory that like cures like. When administering
treatment, the homeopath introduces small amounts of
substances to their client’s body that would produce
symptoms or effects similar to those of the illness.
These substances act in the same way that vaccinations
work, stimulating the body into fighting the reaction.
When interviewing a client, homeopaths
go extremely in-depth. They ask about any internal and
external issues that may be contributing to the illness,
and do a complete lifestyle profile. After analyzing
this information, homeopaths will recommend any lifestyle
changes (diet, exercise, etc.) and/or a homeopathic
remedy. Because people react differently to different
substances, further research would need to be done.
Sometimes symptoms are straightforward, and the solution
or cure is an obvious one, but other times the diagnosis
may be more difficult and will require research about
similar cases and their cures. It may take several treatments
to cure an illness, or even to make any progress.
Most homeopaths work in clinics or private
practices. They can set their own hours, but at times
weekend and evening hours may be needed. They may also
choose to practice in several different locations, and
therefore would be doing much traveling. This along
with frequent patient interaction may cause stress,
and therefore homeopaths require a great deal of stamina,
as well as the good observational and research skills
needed to pinpoint illnesses and find cures.
The education requirements for homeopathy
vary. They can range from a two-day seminar to a four
year course of study. Often those who study homeopathy
already have a medical degree, such as MD or DO, which
allows them to practice medicine. Homeopathy is largely
unregulated, but someone without a medical degree cannot
legally offer cures if they don’t have a medical
license. In all states, you cannot practice medicine
without a license but you can advise people as long
as you do not state or imply that you can diagnose or
treat illness. Because of this, the income of a homeopath
varies dependent upon their client base and ability
to practice and distribute remedies within the law.
California Schools
Academy
of Professional Careers* (Boise, San Diego) - Medical Assisting, Pharmacy Technician, Holistic Health Practitioner,
Massage Therapy, Optical Technician, Administrative Medical/Dental Assistant
Golden
State College - (Bakersfield)* - Holistic Health Practitioner
Maric
College (Vista)*
- Holistic Health Practitioner
National
Holistic Institute (SF
Bay Area) - Massage Therapist and Health Educator
Silicon
Valley College* (Emeryville, Fremont, San
Jose , Walnut
Creek ) - Holistic Health Practitioner, Massage Therapy
Idaho Schools
Academy
of Professional Careers (Boise)
- Administrative Medical/Dental Assistant, Dental Assisting, Holistic Health
Practitioner, Massage Therapy, Medical Assisting, Pharmacy Technician
Oregon Schools
Ashmead
College (Tigard)
- Massage Therapy, Spa & Aromatherapy
Washington Schools
Ashmead
College* (Seattle, Fife, Vancouver , Everett)
- Fitness Trainer, Massage Therapy, Spa and Aromatherapy
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