Naturopaths believe that the body has the power to heal itself, and that illness can be treated without using drugs or surgery. They look at the body as a whole when prescribing treatment to their patients, taking into account their general health, diet, psychological condition and lifestyle.
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Most naturopaths are self-employed or work on a freelance basis so their earnings will vary. They normally charge a sessional rate of £50 up to £80 for each initial one-hour session and up to £45 to £55 for half-hour follow-up session. Naturopaths who have established a successful reputation sometimes charge more.
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You usually start by working as an assistant to an established naturopath. Most naturopaths run their own businesses.
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The following organisations may be able to provide further information.
British College of Osteopathic Medicine
Tel: 020 7435 7830
E-mail:
info@bcom.ac.uk
Website:
http://www.bcom.ac.uk/
Twitter:
@OfficialBCOM
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/BritishCollegeOfOsteopathicMedicine
The British College of Osteopathic Medicine offers courses in naturopathy as well as in osteopathy.
Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC)
Tel: 020 3668 0406
E-mail:
info@cnhc.org.uk
Website:
https://www.cnhc.org.uk/
Twitter:
@CNHC_UK
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/CNHC.org.uk
Disclosure Scotland
Tel: 03000 2000 40
E-mail:
info@disclosurescotland.gov.scot
Website:
https://www.mygov.scot/organisations/disclosure-scotland/
Twitter:
@DisclosureScot
General Council and Register of Naturopaths (GCRN)
Tel: 01458 840072
E-mail:
admin@gcrn.org.uk
Website:
http://www.gcrn.org.uk
Twitter:
@BNJ_latest
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/GCRN.BNA/
Skills for Health
Tel: 0207 388 8800
E-mail:
contactus@skillsforhealth.org.uk
Website:
http://www.skillsforhealth.org.uk/
Twitter:
@Skillsforhealth
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/skillsforhealth1
Skills for Health is the Sector Skills Council for the health sector.