Naturopath
OSCA 269933·ANZSCO 252213
2,400
69.1%
86.3%
47 yrs
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.
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About this career
Treats clients using a system based on traditional naturopathic philosophies and principles through employing various tools and techniques, such as diet and lifestyle education, nutrition, herbal medicine and other practices.
What they typically do
- Completes detailed assessments to determine factors contributing to clients' states of health, including obtaining case histories, physical examinations, laboratory testing, and tongue and pulse diagnoses
- Categorises and determines the underlying causes of clients' symptoms, along with clients' capacity for improved health
- Employs a range of therapies and practices, including nutritional advice, herbal medicines, lifestyle counselling, hydrotherapy and naturopathic physical medicine, to meet individual treatment goals
- Prioritises non-invasive or non-pharmacological interventions and preventive care
- Monitors clients' progress and adjusts treatment plans as necessary
Where they work
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Qualification pathways
These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Naturopath.
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