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Communication For Naturopaths
 


   
 

This a full-year subject in which the student learns practical aspects of counselling vitally important to treating patients.

The Study Program
This subject is studied by distance education with the course material being divided into three terms of work.

Areas covered in this subject include communication both verbal and non-verbal, various aspects of Psychology, counselling under various circumstances and aspects of body mind psychotherapy.

A compulsory 2 day workshop is offered with this subject. It must be completed after passing the term 1 exam and within 12 months of completing the theory component of this subject.

Assessment
Three essays and three written closed book examinations 

Co requisites:   Anat & Phys 

Course Fees:    $1260.00   -  $  420 per term

Sample Module 11 - [from term 2] - 'Body Mind Psychology 4 - The Concept of Conflict'


THIS IS TERM ONE ONLY

1. A Historical Perspective

Introduction           
The Concept of Dualism
The 17th Century
The 18th Century
The 19th Century
The Transcendent
Body mind Psychobiology          

2. Introduction                                               

Introduction
Philosophical Point of Reference 
Definitions.
The Philosophy of Naturopathy
Psychological Perspectives              

3. Semantics

Introduction
The Problem With Words
The Speaker’s Code
The Role of Emotion
The Distortion of Filters           

4. The Concept of Personality

Introduction
Influences on Personality
Agents of Socialisation
Learning Theories
The Measurement of Personality
Projective Techniques          

5. Communication 1

Introduction
Language and Communication
Speech and Language
Practical Speaking Skills
Send Effective Voice Messages        

6.The Biological Basis of Behaviour

Introduction
The Nervous System
Lower Levels of Integration
Higher Levels of Integration
Functions of the Cerebral Cortex
The Autonomic Nervous System
Malfunctions Within Systems
Sex Problems
Speech Disorders
PsychoPharmacology            

7. Non Verbal Communication

Introduction
Recognising Emotions of Others
Individual Differences
Facial Deceit
Eye Contact as a Clue
Some Specific Features
Guidelines Reading Body Language 

8 . Self Esteem

Introduction
Body Image
The Development of the Self
Toward Self Fulfillment
Four Dimensions of Self
The Adequate Person
Treatment Methods
Summary 

9. Human Emotional Development

Introduction
Life Before Birth
A Theory of Child Development
Physiological & Psychological Changes
The Treatment of Emotional Disorders

10.  Counselling 1 : Basic Concepts

Introduction
Adjustment
Instincts
Feelings Emotions & Symptoms
Motivation

   
 

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