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Career in Naturopathy

What is Naturopathy

Fitness is essential for all human beings to lead a content life. Without fitness, there is not much else for any person. Every individual needs to be fit to follow their dreams and do the things they wish to do in life. This is where naturopathy comes in. Naturopathy helps to keep the body fit and spirit alive without the need for harmful drugs and medicines. Since fitness is of prime importance to everybody, students of naturopathy are in high demand. Naturopathy involves the study of the natural healing powers of the body itself. Exercises and yoga techniques are used, among others, to help the body heal its digestive system, circulatory system, excretory system, respiratory system, and all other organs of the body. Naturopathic doctors look at patients individually and analyze their symptoms and ailments to produce an individual plan of wellness for them. Sometimes, group sessions are also initiated.

Eligibility Criteria (UG & PG) of Naturopathy

For Bachelor’s- 

• Must have passed 10+2 from a recognized educational board with primary science subjects. PCMB (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology) is a must.
• A minimum of 45% aggregate score is required.
• Students who have not opted for science in 10+2 can do the 1-year training programme at the National Institute of Naturopathy, Pune. 

For Master’s

• Must have a Bachelor's degree in Naturopathy or other similar courses. 

For Diploma's

• Diploma in Naturopathy
• Diploma in Naturopathy & Yogic Science

Entrance Exams for Naturopathy

For this course, there is no one particular entrance exam to qualify for. Most institutes that offer Bachelor’s in Naturopathy have their entrance examinations unique to their institution. Having a thorough knowledge of the 10+2 science material and going through a few books on naturopathy should be sufficient for qualifying in these entrance examinations.
Following this entrance test, there is generally a round of personal interviews or group discussions where they question the candidate about the reasons behind choosing the course and certain course-related trivia and general aptitude.
Some institutions also offer seats solely based on scores at the 10+2 level. Once all the examination formalities are completed, the merit list of the college is issued by the institution where the selected candidates are mentioned. The entrance procedure varies across different institutions. 

Scope of Naturopathy in India and Abroad

Looking at the high demand for these professionals, the scope is very wide, both in India and abroad. Naturopathy has a huge audience in India as many households do not wish to consume allopathic medicines for their ailments. 

 Job opportunities are easily available as not many people opt for this course and hence, the job opportunities in this realm are not yet saturated. Students of this course can work in the fields of naturopathy practice, nutrition, dietetics, neurophysiology, acupuncture, homoeopathy, among a plethora of others. 

 Job opportunities are offered by both the public sector and the private sector. Several companies practising the various branches of natural medicine need skilled naturopaths.

While the scope in India is vaster than the scope abroad, it is still possible to find jobs outside the country. There is not much awareness about natural medicine in foreign countries but that does not mean that there is no demand. 

 Knowledge about this field continues to grow every year and so do the professional opportunities. With good knowledge and practice, landing a job in this stream is simple. 

Course Subjects

The course subjects differ in every college but it revolves mainly around natural medicine, diet information, and human physiology understanding.

·         Human Anatomy and Systems within the Body

·         Pathology

·         Microbiology

·         Basic Pharmacology

·         Forensic Medicine

·         Acupuncture and Acupressure

·         Rehabilitation Techniques

·         Emergency Medicine

·         Clinical Naturopathy

·         Biochemistry and Histology

·         Genetics

·         Gynaecology

·         Psychotherapy

·         Yoga Practices

·         Geriatrics

·         Research Methodology

Careers in Naturopathy

Apart from the above-mentioned job profiles, there are several other opportunities for naturopathy students to showcase their skills and obtain well-paying jobs. Some other careers may include:

• Lecturer
• Neurophysiology
• Combat Medics
• Yoga Instructor
• Research Officer
• Physician etc.

Upcoming trends

As per the Bureau of Labour Statistics, 11 of the top 20 fastest growing occupations fall under the medical field. Naturopathy continues to add new opportunities under its wing. Some of the newer trends in the profession include:

Personal Trainer: Personal trainers are an up and coming profession in the medical field. More and more people seek personal trainers for individual focus on their well-being. Personal trainers work with individuals personally and help them stay           fit and nutritious.

• Fitness Influencer: Another rising trend is fitness influencers. This is mainly a social media role but one can earn very well through this niche. Fitness influencers promote and endorse fitness equipment, drinks, diets, and companies. With a good social media following and presence, this is a good career option.
• Telemedicine: Telemedicine has also become a very popular branch of naturopathy and medicine. This is a less in-depth analysis of ailments. Telemedicine involves offering remedies for problems on the phone. Working families often resort to this service due to lack of time to visit a naturopath in person. 

Job Profiles and Top Recruiters

Naturopathy: Job Profiles The career options under naturopathy are substantial. Several big companies are looking for skilled naturopaths and instructors. There is also a great scope to establish one’s practice in this field. Some of the job profiles available to these graduates are: 

 Top Recruiters

There are several recruiters for naturopathy graduates. Since this is not a very popular profession, many top companies require trained naturopaths with a good skill set and knowledge about the field.

• Patanjali
• AYUSH
• Ministry of Health
• Government of India
• National Rural Health Mission
• Natural Institute of Naturopathy
• Private Hospitals and Companies
• Entrepreneurial Practices
• Setting up one’s own practice

Average Salary

The salary packages vary with the amount of experience and skills of the naturopath. On an average scale, however, these are the starting salaries one can expect for different job profiles.

Required Skillset for Naturopathy

A naturopath must possess certain skills along with an understanding of the industry and theories. Some skills apart from a wide knowledge about the human body that is required include:

• Friendliness: Friendliness and a warm approach are very important for a naturopath to build a rapport with the client. This rapport is important to put the client at ease and to help them open up quickly.
  
• Listening skills: This course demands excellent listening skills. A naturopath must listen to their clients well to understand their problems and draft a wellness plan for them. This skill is also important for collecting client history and personal facts.
• Influential: Naturopaths must possess the ability to influence their clients to follow a certain routine or plan. They must motivate their clients and support them to follow a fixed plan of wellness.
• Unbiased approach: An unbiased and non-judgemental approach is very important for a naturopath. They must remain diplomatic and unbiased for their clients to fully inform them about all aspects of their ailments. 

Course Curriculum for Naturopathy

The Bachelor’s programme covers the basics of naturopathy and natural medicine. It covers the theories and skills behind natural healing. Emphasis is laid on human physiology, pathology, yoga principles, clinical naturopathy, first aid, and nutrition among an abundance of others.The curriculum itself will, of course, differ from institute to institute but the aim of the course remains to provide the students with adequate theoretical and practical skills that will help them understand the subject and land suitable jobs. 

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