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Associate of Applied Science in Complementary Alternative Medicine [AAS] Online
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Now accepting applications for class starting March 15, 2010. Register by December 31, based on space available, to lock on 2009 tuition rate. The core courses in this program fill quickly and are limited to
30
students each. Register early to ensure your place in class. Contact
Admissions toll free 800.487.8839 or email admissions@achs.edu to
schedule your admissions interview.**
Career Goals:
• Holistic Health Practitioner
• Holistic Health Educator, Writer, or Speaker
• Wellness Coach
• Lifestyle Coach or Consultant
• Health Care Industry Assistant - Day Spa, Holistic Retreat, Spa Facility
• Administrative or support role in any company in the health care industry
• Customer Service role within the health care industry
• Sales Associate role within the health care industry
Depending on electives or specialty chosen:• Master Herbalist, Registered Herbalist
• Herbal Educator
• Herbal Consultant
• Herbal Retailer
• Herbal Writer
• Aromatherapist, Registered Aromatherapist (RA)
• Aromatherapist, Aromatherapy Consultant, or Aromatologist
• Aromatherapy Product Formulator and Manufacturer
• Aromatherapy Retailer
• Aromatherapy Educator, Author, Speaker
Program Description:The
AAS program’s mission is to help guide the evolution of healthcare
by creating, educating, and actively supporting a community of
professionals who embody the philosophy and practice of Complementary
and Alternative Medicine (CAM).
Emphasis is placed on the
science and philosophy of holistic health using a variety of techniques
that are in harmony with nature and the individual. The varied
techniques that a member of the holistic health industry employs are
covered, focusing on the desired outcome to increase the natural
vitality of the individual and bring the body systems back into
balance. We examine the belief fundamental to natural healing that the
human body contains a strong power to heal itself. While examining this
belief we also look at how the individual is able to stimulate this
power by educating others about how to maintain health once it is achieved,
increase vitality and build up one’s resistance through improved
nutrition and a harmonious balanced lifestyle.
Prerequisites:
An admissions interview and recommendation for admission from the Dean of Admissions.
Associate of Applied Science in Complementary Alternative Medicine degree requirements:
Associate of Applied Science in Complementary Alternative Medicine (AAS) Degree Program Core Curriculum
The
core curriculum grounds students in holistic health concepts, language,
anatomy, physiology, and pathology as a means of examining imbalances in
the body’s structure and function. The core provides a basis on which
students can explore more advanced concepts in elective courses.
Core Curriculum
| Credits
|
General Education:
| |
| At
least 6 semester credit hours (SCH) of English composition (see
Admissions) can be transferred in or completed at any time before
graduation | 6 |
NAT 210 Anatomy & Physiology I
| 3 |
NAT 211 Anatomy & Physiology II
| 3 |
| NAT 212 Anatomy & Physiology III | 3 |
| | |
Core Curriculum:
| |
NAT 101 Nutrition, Bodycare & Herbalism
| 3 |
| AROMA 101 Introduction to Aromatherapy | 3 |
| AROMA 203 Aromatherapy I | 3 |
| HERB 101 Basics of Herbalism | 3 |
HERB 201 Herbal Studies
| 6 |
| NAT 308 Holistic Nutrition | 3 |
NAT 302 Holistic Pathophysiology
| 3 |
NAT 303 Holistic Pathology & Protocols
| 3 |
NAT 307 Healthcare Terminology
| 3
|
NAT 306 Holistic Health Consulting & Business Skills
| 3
|
Total Credits in Core:
| 48
|
The
next step is to either complete 12 credits of elective study or choose
a Specialization in Aromatherapy or Herbal Medicine and one elective.
In addition to the core requirements, students will complete 12
credits. All students complete at least 60 credits of study. Your
Admissions Advisor will help you choose the training that best meets
your personal and career goals.
Choose 12 Credits of Elective Study or Choose a Specialization and One Elective:
Elective Options:
| Credits |
AROMA 303 Aromatherapy II
| 3 |
| AROMA 304 Aromatherapy III | 3 |
| AROMA 305 Aromatherapy Chemistry | 3 |
| HERB 302 Herbal Materia Medica I | 3 |
| HERB 303 Herbal Materia Medica II | 3 |
| HERB 304 Herbal Materia Medica III | 3 |
| HOMB 201 Dynamic Phytotherapy | 6 |
| NAT 202 Flower Essences | 3 |
| NAT 203 Iridology | 3 |
NAT 204 Homeopathy
| 3 |
PSYCH 101 Introduction to Psychology
| 3 |
| TOTAL CREDITS: Minimum of | 12 |
Specializations (Choose a Major)
Aromatherapy Major
| Credits
|
| AROMA 303 Aromatherapy II | 3 |
| AROMA 304 Aromatherapy III | 3 |
AROMA 305 Aromatherapy Chemistry
| 3 |
| Herbal Medicine Major | Credits |
| HERB 302 Herbal Materia Medica I | 3 |
| HERB 303 Herbal Materia Medica II | 3
|
| HERB 304 Herbal Materia Medica III | 3 |
| | |
| TOTAL CREDITS IN SPECIALIZATION: | 9 |
Study Time:
Each course within the AAS degree is completed over 16 weeks.
Minimum study time recommended for each course is 9 hours per week.
Graduates are awarded the Associate of Applied Science in Complementary Alternative Medicine [AAS].
Materials:
See each course description for the required materials.
Fees: For information about tuition and fees, please refer to the Tuition and Fees page online here.
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