courses - Health Science Courses

BECOME A SKILLED WELLNESS CONSULTANT True Wellness does not focus solely on the health of the physical body but is concerned with the healing and balancing of the three cornerstones of total wellbeing: the Body, Mind and Spirit. Without consideration for how our Mind and Spirit influence our health, our physical wellbeing can easily disintegrate. The Wellness consultant thus leads people in... more

DEVELOP YOUR ABILITIES TO HEAL THROUGH TOUCH One of the basic and primal human needs is for touch. Through touch we receive and give love, healing, acknowledgement, tenderness, energy and happiness. As our skin covers the entire body, it is the largest organ through which we perceive the world. The soothing, skillful hands of a well trained practitioner can thus reconnect us with the world, with... more

The demand for Sports therapists is increasing with the growing focus on sports practice and its role in how to lead a more successful and healthy lifestyle. Learn to lead your sports clients to physical fitness and better health, teach others how to avoid strains and injuries with preventative care and assist clients to recover with efficient techniques.    The Advance Diploma in... more

The Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy is equivalent to studies for a General Practitioner in Natural Medicine. It is also Accredited in 35-40 States of America, and has been approved by the American Naturopathic Certification Board (ACNB). Graduates qualify for ANCB's certification exam in Traditional Naturopathy. Successful completion of this exam earns one the designation of "Certified... more

LEAD YOUR PATIENTS IN THE PATH TO HEALTH WITH HERBAL MEDICINE  Herbal Medicine is currently enjoying greater scientific validation than any other branch or Natural Medicine today. Learn with us to treat your patients with Nature's gifts, with gentle efficient therapies that will strenghten and heal body, mind and spirit.   The Advanced Diploma in Western Herbal Medicine is offered in... more

A firm understanding of good nutrition is one of the best ways to prevent and manage many lifestyle diseases that affect us. Nutritionists and natural health practitioners assist patients, friends and family to create and maintain a healthy lifestyle, and to restore their energy and wellbeing, through good healthy nutrition. Nutrition feeds the body, mind and spiritual wellbeing. Adequate... more

An advanced anatomy course developed for people wishing to develop a career in health and human sciences, paramedical, and alternative therapies. This course is especially useful for massage therapists and other health care professionals working in close contact with patient's bodies.Topics covered include surface, regional and systemic anatomy, and radiographic and diagnostic anatomy, plus... more

Are you interested in biology and nutrition?  What really happens to the food you eat?   Study Nutritional Science with us and you will learn about how the body works to break down the foods you eat by looking at extensive biochemical processes such as metabolism.  Our nutrition courses are designed by specialists in the field to ensure our students develop knowledge of the links between... more

Discover how energy affects our body, how to manage people's energy, where it comes from and what affects our energy levels. Learn about energy and movement within the human body. What are the factors that makes us move better?. By understanding these factors you can better manage people's capacity to move, and to manage optimum levels of energy within their body. Prerequisite: A basic... more

Investigate the biological processes that drive breathing, gas exchange and blood flow in the human body.  This course builds on the student's existing general biology knowledge, exploring anatomical, physiological and biochemical processes that drive cardiovascular and respiratory function.   Prerequisite: Human Anatomy & Physiology BSC101 or equivalent.Cardiorespiratory Performance is... more

BE PREPARED FOR A CAREER IN HEALTH AND SCIENCES An essential foundation course for all people interested in human health, animal care and animal studies. The cell is the basic unit of life. Its knowledge is most essential to understand how life works for higher animals and plants.  You will learn about cell structure, the cells chemical composition, organelles, DNA, Meiosis and Mitosis,... more

DO YOU WANT A CAREER IN SCIENCES...?and you want to test the waters first? You want to do it step by step?Then our Certificate in Applied Science is for you!  It gives you an excellent foundation in applied science with many options to select specialisation (plant, animal, environmental, health) and very relevant subjects in science today. The Certificate in Applied Sciences is also an... more

Develop Skills to work in support of Health Professionals... more

This unique course is designed to develop scientific knowledge and skills that have an application and are in demand in today's world. A unique Diploma designed for people wishing to work or already working in science related jobs that want to further their knowledge and understanding in sciences, to improve employability and further your professional career. Also, this course provides an... more

The Foundation Diploma in Natural Health is specially designed for people seeking a career as a Natural Therapist, Nutritionist or Nutrition and Health counsellor, or Wellness Counsellor. It provides a foundation for seeking the first level of employment in these fields, and a basis for further studies to progress in your career and expand your employment opportunities. Career Opportunities... more

Acquire new knowledge or deepen your current knowledge of Human Anatomy and Physiology. Our course provides you with an excellent foundation to pursue a career in Human Health and Wellbeing or for further studies in this field. You will learn about the human body, how it works and which factors determine and affect a persons health.This course is designed for people working or looking to work... more

DO YOU NEED TO COMMUNICATE WITH DOCTORS AND PATIENTS? A special course designed for people working or wishing to work in medical environments, with no medical training, to develop skills to communicate clearly and effectively using medical terminology. This course is relevant to anyone working or wishing to work in fields of health, alternative medicine or paramedical areas; such as reception... more

ENHANCE YOUR CAREER IN HUMAN STUDIESThis course describes why humans see, touch, smell, taste and hear the world around us like we do. It also shows with practical examples how our body is able to move and how to improve flexibility, performance and posture. The course guides you to a better understanding of the operation of muscles and nerves, in movements and reactions observed in the body.... more

An advanced course on human physiology that will develop further your understanding of the principles of physiology, examining functions of the cells, tissues and systems of the human body. The course details how our bodies maintain internal equilibrium and health while exposed to the most variable range of conditions, such as physical, psychological and environmental factors. A course designed... more