Naturopathy

Allopathy uses conventional and Science backed drugs and surgery to quickly treat symptoms. 

Homeopathy treats "like with like" using highly diluted and natural substances to boost body's healing. 

Naturopathy depends on natural therapies (diet, herbs, lifestyle) to fix root cause and prevent disease. 

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The short-term Diploma courses available in Naturopathy are as follows:

Note: The data has been taken from external sources and may vary.

The main subjects that are taught in the Naturopathy courses are: 

• Anatomy & Physiology

• Biochemistry

• Pathology

• Naturopathy Principles & Therapies

• Hydrotherapy

• Mud Therapy

• Diet & Nutrition

Yes, Naturopathy graduates can pursue further studies in fields related to Physiotherapy, Ayurveda, Homeopathy, or other Alternative Medicine courses.

More courses or certifications/bridge courses may be required based on the program, but this is a flexible option for graduates to expand their career options and gain expertise in complementary health systems.

The starting salary for a Naturopathy practitioner in India can be between INR 15,000 to INR 30,000 per month for an entry level position. 

After gaining experience or having their private clinic, they could earn INR 50,000–INR 70,000 per month. There will be different salaries based on the region they work in, the type of institution and because of their additional skills which could include Yoga therapy, nutrition counseling, or any specialized therapies.

Yes, BNYS graduates can work in Naturopathy hospitals, wellness centers, yoga studios, and holistic health clinics. They can take on roles in government health programs, wellness resorts, or private clinics. During internships, they get to practice patient care, therapies, and counseling to aid patient outcomes and can start offering value in a hospital or health and wellness facility immediately!

Yes, candidates who meet the eligibility requirements are free to seek to study Naturopathy at both private and governmental schools. 
While private institutions usually provide flexible admission policies and extra amenities, government universities could have lower tuition and reservation restrictions. Applying to several universities improves selection chances and enables applicants to pick the best fit for their career aspirations.

Admission criteria to Naturopathy programs are different from one college to another. Some colleges offer admission based on merit with 10+2 Science marks or other student transcripts, while other colleges use merit admission that requires a score from an entrance test provided by a university or state.

Students should check each college's admission expectations carefully, as some colleges will use a combination of merit and test scores, especially for additional ranking.  Government colleges primarily offer admission based on merit tests whereas private colleges place more emphasis on entrance test marks.