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NM 303 Botanical Medicine
5 credits - School of Natural Healing or 20mcredits - Education by Jeanne Rose

NM 307 Tissue Mineral & Hair Analysis
[See Diploma Program description.] 3 credits - Wilson

NM 309 Toxicology & Detoxification
The student will study the merits and historically proven benefits of fasting and detoxification. Systems to be embodied include the ultimate tissue cleansing, mucous free diet healing, life extension, water and juice fasting. Mental, emotional, physical and spiritual issues concerning fasting will be brought to light. All factors involved in the therapeutic application of this integral modality will be discussed, including basic principles, timing, and healing crises. 3 credits - Smith

NM 310 Color Therapy
[See Diploma Program description.] 3 credits - Dinshah and Smith

NM 311 Gastroenterology I & Colon Therapy
The student will study the significance of colon hygiene in health covering areas such as absorption and assimilation of nutrients, cleansing procedures and detoxification, colon hydrotherapy, parasites and other related pathological disorders. Therapeutic programs designed to enhance or alleviate these situations will be examined. This curriculum is dedicated to the training of colon hydrotherapy therapists and to a renewed awareness by the medical and natural healing community as to the importance of colon hygiene. 4 credits - Smith & Staff

NM 314 Food for the Building of a Temple This course is a study on the spiritual focus of the body as the Temple of the Holy Spirit. Food, non-foods and the fallacies of modern belief systems regarding diet and health will be covered. 2 credits - Robertson

NM 401 Naturopathy - History & Practice
This course is designed to give the student an overall perspective of Naturopathy with respect to the history, philosophy, methodology and spiritual essence of this science. From its inception to the present day practice, expounding on the principles, code of ethics and knowledge of Naturopathy as a natural system of health care will all be covered. This course is necessary for all prospective Naturopaths to understand the practice, philosophy and scope of Naturopathy. 2 credits - Smith

NM 402 Naturopathic Practice l
This course offers the student detailed and extensive suggestions and proven remedies for successful treatment, without the use of drugs or medicine, of a myriad of disorders which afflict humanity. The identification of the pathology and etiology of certain disease states and their symptomatology along with an overview of the physiological function and imbalances of the human system will be studied. Part of this course is the original curriculum in its entirety of a naturopathic program offered over half a century ago. It also offers some of the latest research and therapeutic applications of many modalities in the Naturopathic field. 4 credits - Smith

NM 405 Urine and Saliva Analysis
This course is taken from the extensive work by Dr. Carey Reams, a bio-physicist, who was the originator and developer of the Biological Theory of Ionization. Urine and saliva analysis is a scientific and elemental evaluative tool for the determination of metabolic imbalances regarding mineral, vitamin, enzyme, nutritional and energy utilization within the human body. The student will learn how to calculate biochemical profiles and specific nutrition programs for individuals. Overall health status will be determined through mathematical expressions from factors such as: sugar, pH, salt, albumen, and urea. 4 credits - Oler

NM 406 Naturopathic Manipulations l
Naturopathic Manipulations is a practical course teaching the art and science of hands-on therapy, which is an integral part of any holistic wellness program. Various modalities such as: spinal, joint and soft tissue manipulations, therapeutic massage, viscero-somatic reflexes, neuromuscular and physical therapy, as well as methods of spiritual healing will be imparted. Aspects of these therapies and protocol for applications will be elaborated upon. Philosophies and applications taught are Naturopathic principles. 4 credits - Smith

NM 407 Aromatherapy Studies
[See Diploma Program description.] 12 credits - Rose

NM 408 Internal Cleanse "(See Diploma Program description.)" 4 credits - Anderson

NM 410 Introduction to Touch for Health
Touch for Health® is a system of healing and health maintenance pioneered by John F. Thie, D.C. This method of natural health care is the most widely used system of kinesiology. It uses powerful, yet simple techniques to balance the body's energies, to reduce physical and mental pain and tension, and to enhance the body's natural healing abilities. 1 credit - Parker

NM 411 Introduction to Energy Medicine
History, principles, application and philosophy of Energy Medicine will be explored. Energy Medicine is defined in the subtle anatomy of a living being through the field of physics and energy patterns. The student will learn about the application and philosophy of homeopathic remedies, flower essences, crystal healing, therapeutic touch, acupuncture, radionics, electrotherapy, and herbal medicine in energy medicine. 3 credits - Dell

NM 413 Bach Flower
[See Diploma Program description.]. 4 credits - Staff

NM 416 Emergency Medicine & Techniques
This course presents first aid procedure and medical care for the treatment and management of acute conditions in emergency situations. From first examination or evaluation until disposition for definitive treatment will be covered. It will focus on prompt and proper action which may result in saving a life, preventing a loss, illness or preserving maximum function for persons who have developed or sustained an unforeseen condition. Traumatology, toxicology, and urgent medical care to medicological procedure will be given. This course covers only a limited scope of the extensive training of a paramedic or E.M.T., and one should be contacted at first opportunity. 3 credits - Dell

NM 417 Gastroenterology II - Mayr
Dr. Mayr was a highly respected and famous Austrian physician who developed a diagnostic criteria for differentiating between a healthy and a functional, yet severely impaired, digestive system. He treated many patients with a special diet and intestinal cleansing to bring relief and even cure the majority of illness represented today. He also developed further diagnostic criteria for the form and firmness of the belly, sensitivity to pressure, gas content and physical orientation of the intestine, and the connection between digestive disturbances and posture. This course presents the only two English versions of his works and how to apply them for the remedy of various ailments. 3 credits - Smith

NM 450 Research/Case Studies
The credibility of any doctor ("teacher") is only as good as the research and experience they have to substantiate their point of view. Research marks the standard of professional practice and allows for respectful debate among practitioners with widely differing points of view. As one formulates this knowledge into a cohesive and articulate presentation and delivers these findings to peers, professionals and even one's patients it naturally builds professional self-esteem and credibility. The Research /Clinical Project is the culminating experience for the preceding module(s) of study and requires students to present a written paper based on but not limited to the educational principles and knowledge acquired, using principles such as problem identification, research design, data collection, analysis and interpretation, research methods and techniques in presenting the results of research. It is designed to integrate the theory and practice developed throughout the program and to apply that learning and experience toward the solution of real problems or situations in the health field or one's practice. This will enable students to incorporate an optimal mix of modalities to develop and implement treatment protocols to achieve successful integration of this knowledge into practice. 1 credit - Staff (2,000 words minimum)

NM 502 Naturopathic Practice II
This course is a depiction of various holistic modalities, nature cures and their corresponding methods of treatment. Detailed instruction on physical manipulations for structural alignment and the Universal Naturopathic Tonic Treatment are described. The mental, emotional and spiritual connections to various disease states and relative recommendations to overcome these situations will be covered. Leaders in the field, Cliff Robertson, D.O., the late Jay Victor Scherer, L.M.D., N.D., and others offer over a century and a half of combined knowledge to this course. 4 credits - Smith

NM 503 Physical Examination & Diagnosis
This course presents the student with the theoretical and practical aspects of history taking, physical examination, and diagnostic procedure. It provides the student with a familiarity of various diagnostic modalities. The use of specific medical equipment and methods of hands-on interpretation will be addressed. 4 credits - Dean

NM 504 Medical Laboratory Analysis
This course is the actual training manual composed by Raymond Suen, the co-owner of Great Smokies Labs. The principles, interpretation and diagnosis of a multitude of laboratory diagnostics and tests available to physicians and practitioners in the medical healing arts will be elaborated on. This will include: digestive analysis, stool butyrate level and colon cancer, urinary indican, PABA screening, tubeless gastric analysis with radiotelemetering, gut permeability, liver detoxification, diabetes mellitus in situ, glucose-insulin tolerance, minerals (hair, blood, urine), osteomark, amino acids, vitamins, immunology, hormones, cardiovascular diseases, free radical pathology, allergy testing and others. 4 credits - Suen

NM 505 Functional Medicine
Functional medicine is the field of health care which utilizes scientifically-based methods to assess physiological function of cells, tissues, or organs, and employs early intervention to correct physiological, emotional, cognitive, or physical imbalances and restore normal function. The elucidation of biochemical and physiological factors that are out of balance can provide valuable information as to the underlying dis-ease process either before or after signs and symptoms have manifested. In this course, stress is made on the scientific foundation for various evaluation criteria, laboratory procedures, and therapeutic applications which are employed by the practitioner of functional medicine to support normalization/optimization of natural functioning of various body systems. 4 credits - Tel-Oren

NM 506 Naturopathic Manipulations ll
This course is one of the original training programs for Naturopathic manipulations and nature cures as taught by Dr. Paul Wendel in the 1950's. Bloodless surgery is the art of healing by manipulation and vibrations. These are done most entirely by the hands, and consist of spinal alignment, stretching spinal ligaments and muscles, pulling and twisting bones, joints, ligaments and muscles; as well as kneading, deep vibration and massage of various parts of the body for the purpose of restoring proper blood circulation within the body, replacing vital organs, breaking adhesions, removing growths, toning up muscles and ligaments, and stimulating the body systems without making incisions, bloodshed or adhesions. Methods and applications will be demonstrated. 4 credits - Smith

NM 511 Polarity Therapy
[See Diploma Program description.] 10 credits - Beaulieu

NM 513 Botanical Medicine II
8 credits - School of Natural Healing or 20 credits - Education by Jeanne Rose

NM 514 Introduction to Midwifery/Obstetrics
This course is an explanation of the birth process in its entirety. In this in-depth study, natural planned parenthood, prenatal care, nutrition, the stages of the birthing process, signs and danger signs of pregnancy, hypnotic anaesthesia, nursery care and breast feeding will be presented. A video presenting the complete child birthing process is included. The student will study the Naturopathic approach to the care of women during pregnancy, childbirth, and the period of about six weeks following birth, when the reproductive organs are recovering. 3 credits - Staff

NM 517 CPR/First Aid
This course may be obtained in practically any community or area from a certified trainer or association. A certificate of completion must be provided to the University for credit. 1 credit - Certified trainer

NM 518 Naturopathic Gynecology and Women's Health
This course is a comprehensive, intensive study of naturopathic gynecology and women's health. The goals are to achieve an understanding of the most common conditions and diseases of a woman's body, learn to recognize their signs and symptoms, and begin to develop individualized naturopathic treatment plans appropriate for the patient. The focus will be on women in their reproductive years through menopause and will include the physical, psychological and spiritual aspects of women's health.. 3 credits - Dell

NM 523 Edgar Cayce Health Anthology
The Edgar Cayce anthology is a compilation of specific approaches and treatments for various human ailments using natural remedies and spiritual healing, taken from Dr. Cayce's readings and practice. Dr. Cayce's protocols were the basis for many natural therapies successfully applied by practitioners throughout this century to the present day. He is one of the most renowned and published holistic practitioners of his time throughout the world. 3 credits - Dean

NM 526 Medical Astrology
In this course the horoscope is explored to evaluate specific disease conditions. Material will include the meanings of the signs and planets both psychologically and physiologically and the various types of astrological configurations that apply to particular disease syndromes. A portion of this course will also cover the relationship of nutritional supplements, herbs, flower remedies, aromas, crystals and gemstones to the astrological signs and planets. 3 credits - Stark

NM 550 Practicals and Lab
Practical: The practical training requirement may be fulfilled by attending and successfully completing one of our scheduled or approved trainings, seminars, or apprenticeship programs in Santa Fe and occurring around the world. The University will provide, upon request by the student, through e-mail or other correspondence, a listing and schedule of the many various modalities and offerings throughout the curriculum. In order to receive one credit hour of practical training, the student must fulfill the equivalent of 15 hours of actual study or training and receive a satisfactory pass or certificate of completion from the appropriate instructor. All practicals must be pre-approved by the student's Dean.
Lab: The requirements for the lab courses may be fulfilled through several options:

1. Compete the lab/practical course offered at the Santa Fe campus or an affiliate school.
2. Complete a certification course, practical, or seminar at a pre-approved location with a mentor, our faculty or adjunct faculty.
3. If the student finds it impossible to fulfill either of the above requirements then they may apply for a special exception. This exception will require that the student submit documentation n the form of either case studies, a research paper and/or other representation of how they have integrated this modality or course of study into their practice. If the student has not yet commenced a practice they may choose friends or family members to conduct case studies on their particular conditions, integrating the knowledge received in the specific course of study. The last alternative would be to compete a research study in the particular science or modality.

NM 602 Darkfield Blood Analysis -Acc. to Enderlein
[See Diploma Program description.] 3 credits - Gabrielle

NM 603 Botanical Medicine III
9 credits - School of Natural Healing or 20 credits - Education by Jeanne Rose

NM 604 Immuno & Oxygen Therapy
This course is a state of the art discussion of many aspects of the future of ozone in medicine, environment and society. It covers the most comprehensive outline of protocols for the effective application in medicine, veterinary medicine and for the maintenance of good health and enhancement of the environment. The book is unique in that it summarizes virtually all the work done with ozone, and also provides a whole host of entirely new information. 3 credits - Staff

NM 650 Clinical Externship
The University has a growing list of clinics and centers throughout the Americas and in many foreign countries with practitioners offering to assist the student in fulfilling externship requirements. The clinical externship may be completed with a professional practitioner in the area in which the student resides as well. A student may also decide to complete the externship with more than one practitioner to receive a diversity of experience and training. All preceptors in the externship program must meet the established qualifications and requirements of the University of Natural Medicine and thereby be approved by the Clinical Director and Dean. Upon completion of the clinical program, the clinical director will personally evaluate each individual's learning experience and preparedness for integrating knowledge into a Naturopathic practice. A current list of the University's available clinics, hospitals and centers for externships will be given to the student upon completion of the first half of their curriculum. All hours must be documented and verified in order to receive credit. Variable credits - Clinical staff

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