How to Become a Homeopathic Doctor
Homeopathy is an alternative medical approach to illness. It believes that like cures like, meaning what causes a disease can also cure it. Very dilute solutions are used to heal the body. Homeopathic doctors are medical doctors who have added homeopathy to their practice. Aside from doctors, lay people can learn homeopathy, but must be careful not to practice medicine without a license. Legal requirements governing how to become a homeopathic doctor vary from state to state. Expect schooling to last for two to four years.
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Research the legal requirements for Homeopathic Doctors in the state you plan to practice in by contacting the State Medical Board and/or the Board of Education. Typically, only licensed physicians can practice homeopathy. Some states will recognize degrees in Naturopathic Medicine, while others allow lay practitioners.
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Research schools that meet your state's education requirements and which are accredited by the Council on Homeopathic Education (CHE). Get started with the list below in the Resources section to find one near you.
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Contact the schools you are interested in and request information on admission requirements, the curriculum, and cost.
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Review the curriculum of the schools you are considering and evaluate it against your goals. The curriculum should cover classical homeopathy, but may also offer coursework in combined remedies or floral essences.
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Investigate the reputation of your top school choices by speaking to students and faculty, and looking for independent reviews. Also, check with homeopathic professional organizations to assess the reputation of the schools you are considering. (See Resources for link.)
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Verify the accreditation of any school you are considering by asking the school for their accreditation information and verifying it with the appropriate authorities. There's usually an accreditation number or other reference specific to the school that proves accreditation. (See Resources for link.)
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Study current legislation on becoming a Homeopathic Doctor to ensure that homeopathic education requirements won't be changed midstream. This information can be found via professional organizations for homeopaths.
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Review your finances and determine how you will fund your homeopathic education.
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Tips & Warnings
Do a short internship with a Homeopathic Doctor to see how homeopathy works in a medical practice. Evaluate a school's faculty on how long they have been practicing homeopathy and their training background. No matter what your schedule, you will be able to find a program that meets your needs. Many programs combine on-line and in person formats for maximum flexibility.
There are lots of fly-by-night schools for homeopathy, avoid scams by selecting one that is accredited.
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