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Graduate Certificate in Anatomy and Physiology™ Online
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Now accepting applications for class beginning September 20, 2010. This program fills quickly and is each intake is limited to 30 students. 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.**
Program Overview:
The Graduate Certificate in Anatomy and Physiology provides specialized training for Graduate students in the structure and function of the human body and how it behaves as a dynamic community of interdependent parts. Professionals working in the CAM field will be able to deepen their knowledge and understanding of the structure and function of the human organ systems.
Program Objectives:
Those obtaining a Graduate Certificate in Anatomy and Physiology will be able to:
- Demonstrate a strong theoretical understanding of anatomy and its relationship to physiology and how structure relates to function.
- Be able to compare and contrast specific pathological conditions and show clinical connections to each body systems and system interrelationships.
- Review and critically evaluate primary research on CAM protocols and construct case studies using validated protocols.
- Define the etiology, pathogenesis, clinical manifestations of disease and the impact of behavioral factors, life-style choices and environmental factors on the cause and progression of disease.
- Identify the use of CAM modalities to provide natural support options in these disease conditions and when a client should be referred to their licensed health care provider.
- Summarize the CAM modalities such as aromatherapy, homeopathy, dynamic phytotherapy, herbal medicine, nutrition and lifestyle changes and how these may be beneficial in supporting health.
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Prerequisites: Bachelors degree from US Department of Education approved accredited institution, an admissions interview and recommendation for admission from the Dean of Admissions.
Graduate Certificate in Anatomy and Physiology™ Online
Study Time:
Each course within the Certificate is completed over 16 weeks. Minimum study time recommended for each course is 9 hours per week. Graduates are awarded the Graduate Certificate in Anatomy and Physiology™.
Materials:
See each course listing for a complete list of program materials.
Fees:
For information about tuition and fees, please refer to the Tuition and Fees page online here.
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