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A Career in Homeopathy
Becoming a Health Professional Currently, it is estimated that more than 500 million people worldwide use homeopathic medicines as their main form of medicinal therapy; and this number is growing at a breathtaking rate. Britain and India have government-run homeopathic hospitals. In many European countries, homeopathic treatment is state-funded and has medical insurers� support (this has recently happened in New Zealand). Homeopathy is very popular in South America, South Africa, Australia and the United States.
Homeopathy is widely referred to as the medicine of the 21st century. More and more people are looking for a treatment that heals the whole body, not just the physical; that treats the root of the problem, not just the symptoms; that is natural and chemical-free. Homeopathy is such a therapy.
Homeopathy in New Zealand is continuing to experience significant growth as more and more New Zealanders discover first-hand the benefits of using homeopathic treatment.
Demand for Homeopaths is increasing, as this area of natural health is becoming more widely accepted by health professionals and the public. As a result of intensive training over the four years of the ACCH Diploma in Homeopathy, ACCH graduates enter professional practise possessing a sound education that enables them to handle the demands of homeopathic practice in the 21st Century.
Career opportunities for a Qualified homeopath in NZ and Globally Most Homeopaths are self-employed or work as a member of a Health collective. There may also be opportunities in private clinics such as spas and healing centers. A qualified Homeopath may also work as a tutor or mentor within the Natural Health Industry, and homeopathy is a valued skill set in an increasing number of: o Pharmacies o Health food stores o GP Practices o Remedy Manufacturing o Midwifery Practices
There are opportunities to work internationally as a Homeopath, especially in Europe such as England, Holland and France where Homeopathy is fully integrated within the National Health System. With the recent formation of the International Council of Homeopaths it is also expected that qualifications of courses from most Western countries will achieve reciprocal recognition within the near future, allowing graduates more freedom of movement in where they are able to practice.
In New Zealand the government is beginning to recognice the natural health industry in an increasingly significant manner, therefore more opportunities are arising for qualified homeopaths within the conventional health care industry. Homeopathy is used by doctors, veterinary surgeons and by many other healthcare professionals. In pharmacy, dentistry, nursing, midwifery and podiatry, practitioners use homeopathy for their patients within the bounds of their profession. The ACCH remains at the forefront of evolutionary homeopathic education, and is proud of the caliber of the skilled homeopathic healers who graduate from its courses.
References: www.homeopathy.co.nz www.careers.govt.nz
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