Naturopathic College of New Zealand

The Naturopathic College of New Zealand (NCNZ) has been providing education in the field of natural medicine since its establishment in 1979. The College provides online and distances education in the field. Natural Medicine is an exciting and growing field with more people using natural products. Naturopathic College of New Zealand has a mission to provide high-quality education and create a learning environment where students can achieve their full potential.

NCNZ recognizes the need for improved research and learning in the fields of natural medicine and health science. The College is a part of Aspire2 Group Limited that provides education and vocational training to over 7000 regional and international business students each year.

Students can choose to study any of the following programs:

• NZ Certificate in Career Preparation for Health Science
• New Zealand Diploma in Health Science
• Advanced Diploma in Health Sciences (Naturopathy and Nutrition)

Learning at NCNZ is student and client-oriented where individual goals and capabilities are recognised and encouraged. Diversity is celebrated in the college, with students coming from different backgrounds. The four main principles of NCNZ are to uphold the Physical health, Spiritual health, Mental health, and Family health of students and clients.

• The Naturopathic College of New Zealand gives its students the opportunity to study from home through their online distance learning courses.
• The College has a team of advisors to provide support services to students every step of the way.
• Students, clients, and teachers all take the responsibility to create a safe, secure and collaborative learning environment.
• Excellence is the objective of NCNZ. Innovation is celebrated and reviews from students are accepted and regularly updated.
• All qualifications provided by the Naturopathic College of New Zealand are approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority.

The field of Natural Medicine is growing tremendously with more people seeking consultations from natural medicine practitioners and using natural products. Pursuing degrees at the Naturopathic College of New Zealand opens a range of career options for students. Students are given a chance to study at a pace that suits their lifestyle thus, enabling them to take up part-time or full-time jobs.

Career-related advice and guidance are provided to the students by trained experts and faculty of the College. After completing a diploma in Health Sciences students can work as retail workers or nutrition and lifestyle coach, or they can also choose to pursue higher education.

Students with an advanced diploma in Health Sciences can work as a naturopathic or nutritional practitioner, holistic and wellness consultant, supplement company advisor or choose to pursue higher education. The career and employment opportunities for Naturopathy students are immense.

Good communication is essential due to the online and blended education provided by the Naturopathic College of New Zealand. There is a Student Support team that is always available to provide any kind of assistance and guidance to students. Tutors are the first point of contact for students and are directly responsible for their learning.

NCNZ has a Student Resource Centre that offers a plethora of resources to students which makes it easier for them to get in touch and undertake their studies.

The useful resources include:

• Completing assessments, references, and examinations
• Student forms
• eLibrary
• Guides to learning at NCNZ
• Newsletters
• Student Representatives
• Student Handbook

NCNZ has online forums which allow students to take part in discussions related to their course of study and to create study groups with other students in the same area.

At NCNZ students with disabilities or special needs also have access to training and education. The online learning services provide a flexible and easily accessible learning system. Studying from their own homes minimises the impact that any impairment might have on a student’s ability to learn.