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Aromatherapy Studies

Instructor: Jeanne Rose
This is perhaps the only course in which students are encouraged to take a holistic view of aromatherapy, studying not only the oils themselves, but also the plants they come from. Students are required to participate in experimentation with a variety of essential oils for a number of circumstances, becoming familiar with the neurological, physical, and emotional effects of essential oils through personal use. Students will become familiar with a minimum of 300 essential oils and be able to use at least 75 with ease. Graduates of this intensive advanced study receive a Certificate of Completion/Aromatherapy Specialty for 150 hours of Advanced Aromatherapy knowledge. Aromatherapy Certification is available with hands-on Intensives. Students are eligible for practitioner liability insurance.
NM 407: 12 credits

Botanical Medicine

Instructor: School of Natural Healing
Level I00
The Family Herbalist Course is essential for anyone who wants to take charge of their own health and become more informed, educated, and independent. This course explores important concepts in natural medicine that even the most experienced natural healers need to know for success. At the completion of this course, the student receives a certificate as a Family Herbalist.

Color Therapy

Instructor: Dr. Mark Smith
In this course, the student will learn treatments for various illnesses with the use of colored light. It is offered with the approval and blessings of the Dinshah Health Society. It is based on the extensive works of the late Dinshah Ghadiali and professed by his son, Darius Dinshah, who has taken on the mission of keeping the knowledge of this art and science alive and available to the world today. This extensive training in Spectro-Chrome Therapy covers all aspects of its applications in a myriad of given situations. Let There Be Light is truly one of the most direct expressions of the power to heal naturally.
NM 310: 2 credits

Darkfield Blood Analysis

Instructors: Dr. Maria Gabrielle
This course is designed to introduce the student to the revolutionary findings and theories of Professor Gunther Enderlein, a German scientist who is responsible for one of the most important discoveries ever made. Throughout nearly 60 years of laboratory research, Dr. Enderlein performed pioneering work in the study of chronic disease that led to the development of biological remedies that were remarkable in their ability to heal patients with serious conditions. In this course, students will investigate Dr. Enderlein’s discoveries of pleomorphism and how darkfield microscopy is used to determine a person’s health status based on Enderlein’s findings. In addition, they will be introduced to biological medical therapy utilizing Sanum remedies to effect changes in the body’s internal milieu.
NM 602: 3 credits

Herbal Studies

Instructor: Jeanne Rose
This course will prepare the student to treat a variety of physical and mental conditions, as well as promote vibrant good health and beauty. The student will acquire both broad knowledge and in-depth experience identifying, growing and caring for herbs, and will learn to use herbs and herbal treatments in self care, body care, house care, animal care and basic Aromatherapy. This is a three Level Course – Herbal Studies Course covers 36 lessons covering “all things herbal”. Graduates will receive a Certificate of Completion and will be able to prepare and use herbal remedies and treatments with confidence. 1. Seasonal Herbal – Twelve lessons covering Folklore and Symbolism, Activity and Exercise, Herbs and Diet, Internal Care, External Care, Gardening, Aromatherapy, living the natural life, and more… 2. Medicinal Herbal/Therapeutics – Twelve lessons covering herbal remedies for each of the 12 organ systems, 3. Herbal Practice – Twelve lessons including Herbs in History and Herbals Through the Ages, and extensive Materia Medica, Ancient Herbalism, Herbal Foods, the Ecological Garden, Aromatherapy, a source list, a 150-ailment/herb chart, and a bibliography. Course Materials include: Three full-sized textbooks and booklets, about 2,800 pages total. Each lesson includes a Study Guide, which the student completes, and returns for review. Each student keeps an Herbal Experiment Diary and a Plant Herbarium (photographic or pressed), which are presented periodically. A final term paper will complete the work.
NM 509: 20 credits

Holistic Blood Chemistry & Urine Analysis

Instructor: Dr. Mark Smith
Students will study the blood chemistry and urinalysis clinical interpretation for the identification of nutritional and metabolic imbalances and the etiology of disease. This will enable the practitioner to use acquired knowledge to design and recommend nutritional and wellness programs for the prevention and correction of biochemical imbalances. Approaches will be applied using optimal instead of clinical values for balancing the metabolism in association with all factors and values together in evaluating the whole organism. Nutritional recommendations and applications will be given.
SCI 418: 4 credits

Iridology

Instructor: Dr. Ellen Tart Jensen
When applied correctly, Iridology is a highly accurate assessment tool for the practitioner in understanding the genetic blueprints as well as the strength and weaknesses of their clients. Learn from one of the most popular instructors on the science of Iridology. Lessons designed to help you study for certification as well as to teach you the practical knowledge you will need to apply in your career. A textbook and video series filmed during Dr. Tart’s Pre-Certification and Certification classes and filled with valuable Iridology instruction and information including: History of Iridology; Iris: Anatomy, Mapping, Zones, Signs, Pigments Topostabile and Topolabile Collarette Wreath Pupil Tonus Constitutional Types and Subtypes by Color and Structure; Collarette & Pupil Relationship to Vitality & Digestion; Shading & Density Contraction Furrows; Lacuna Types; Syndromes: Cardio-Abdominal, Cardio-Renal, Pancreatic; Intro. To Time Risk & Rayid Sclera Signs; Case Studies. Further practical trainings with Dr. Tart-Jensen are available by request. All courses are recognized by the IIPA (International Iridology Practitioners Association).
IR 400: 5 credits

 (Prerequisite: Human Anatomy & Physiology)
Instructor: Dr. Mark Smith
Naturopathic Manipulations and Physiotherapy is a practical course teaching the art and science of structural alignment and naturopathic applications. This can be an integral part of any holistic health training or practice. Various modalities such as skeletal, joint and soft tissue manipulations and alignment, therapeutic massage, polarity, acupressure, viscero-somatic reflexes, neuromuscular and physical therapy, and other relative healing practices will be imparted and experienced. Philosophies will be based on Naturopathic principles and applications. The course will be of three days duration with eight or more hours of training and hands-on experience each day. Materials such as a manual and video depicting the techniques will be available. This course will be offered in Santa Fe, New Mexico, with open dates subject to demand and scheduling. The training is also available in any other location upon special arrangement with the professor.
NM 490: 3 credits

Nutritional Advisor

Instructor: Dr. Larry Milam
This self study curriculum covers topics such as Anatomy and Cell Physiology, Lipids, Carbohydrates, Fiber, Protein, Vitamins, Minerals, Water, Hormones, Enzymes, Immune System, Nutraceuticals, and The Changing American Diet, as well as putting it all together to benefit your own health. In addition to home study quizzes to reinforce your learning, you will receive recommended reading assignments that will further enhance your knowledge of nutrition. You will learn how to recognize deficiency signs and symptoms, identify good sources and available forms of nutritional supplements, and the appropriate use of vitamins and minerals for good health.
NUT 301 and NUT 401: 10 credits

Nutritional Assessment & Counseling

Instructor: Dr. Adiel Tel-Oren
This basic course in nutrition succinctly reviews all the known macronutrients (carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, etc.), micronutrients (vitamins, minerals, etc.) and their clinical/nutritional significance. A short summary of basic clinical assessment protocols is provided (history and examination, physical and laboratory tests, and diet analysis) to enhance the nutritional consultant’s knowledge and ability to interact with other healthcare providers. Brief clinical protocols for all major conditions and situations (including gynecologic, obstetrics, geriatric, and infant nutrition) are listed, including clinical definitions, causative/contributory factors, protective factors, assessments, and therapy for each condition. Finally, a concise summary of nutrient biochemistry and physiology is provided for student reference.
NUT 448: 4 credits

Nutritional Assessment & Counseling

Instructor: Dr. Adiel Tel-Oren
This basic course in nutrition succinctly reviews all the known macronutrients (carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, etc.), micronutrients (vitamins, minerals, etc.) and their clinical/nutritional significance. A short summary of basic clinical assessment protocols is provided (history and examination, physical and laboratory tests, and diet analysis) to enhance the nutritional consultant’s knowledge and ability to interact with other healthcare providers. Brief clinical protocols for all major conditions and situations (including gynecologic, obstetrics, geriatric, and infant nutrition) are listed, including clinical definitions, causative/contributory factors, protective factors, assessments, and therapy for each condition. Finally, a concise summary of nutrient biochemistry and physiology is provided for student reference.
NUT 448: 4 credits

Tissue Mineral & Heavy Metal Hair Analysis

Instructor: Dr. Larry Wilson
The student will learn the tools to effectively analyze the nutritional and elemental needs of an individual through tissue mineral analysis. Identifying abnormal metabolic imbalances and toxic mineral profiles will also be studied. Tissue mineral analysis is a comprehensive and scientific tool for evaluating and monitoring an individual’s state of health through the mineral levels in hair and for determining heavy metal toxicity.
NM 307: 3 credits

Whole Nutrition

Instructor: Dr. Vic Shayne
The goal of this course of study is to provide a basic foundation in Clinical Nutrition in a practical/clinical setting. It will introduce concepts that define the term “natural” applied to modalities of healthcare. Students will be taught the difference between whole food concentrate supplements versus supplements that are fractionated and synthetic. Much emphasis shall be placed upon the concept of whole food complexes as “whole nutrition” based upon the interdependency and interaction of myriad nutrients which are naturally found within whole foods prior to alteration by either by cooking, heating, or supplement manufacturing. Students will also analyze disease etiology (causation) from the perspective of nutritional deficiencies, malnutrition and “foul nutrition,” borne of the typical modern diet which imbalances biochemistry. Students are encouraged to learn the art of working with a patient/client toward better health and understanding of nutrition and whole food complex supplementation.
NUT 307: 4 credits