Bachelor of Science in Complementary and Alternative Therapies

Syllabus:

Fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology:
This module introduces learners in the allied health field with little or no prior biology knowledge to anatomy and physiology. Content is organized according to body systems, and focuses on the body working together to promote homeostasis.

Fundamentals of Traditional Chinese Medicine:
Traditional Chinese medicine under the influence and direction of classic Chinese philosophies, has undergone long-term medical practice gradually evolving into a unique medical theoretical system that contributed significantly to the health care of the Chinese people and the prosperity of the Chinese nation. This module comprehensively covers the main components of TCM, such as Basic Theory, Diagnosis, Prescription, Chinese Materia Medica, Tui Na, Acupuncture and Moxibustion.

Understanding Nutrition in Detail
This module outlines the essentials of nutrition that is at the forefront of the latest advances in human nutrition-helping you understand what the scientific facts tell us about human nutrition and health.

Introduction to Chiropractic
This module is a form of alternative medicine that focuses on diagnosis and treatment of mechanical disorders of the musculoskeletal system, especially the spine, under the belief that these disorders affect general health via the nervous system.

Introduction to Psychology
This module looks at the scientific study of human nature, including how the mind works. Introduction to Psychology is a journey through all of the major psychological concepts and principles.

Health Psychology:
This course covers the balanced coverage of the cognitive, behavioral, and biological approaches to health psychology.

History of Medicine:
This course gives students a solid foundation for understanding medicine today. It offers illuminating information about medical knowledge, describing the historic events, scientific principles, and technical breakthroughs that have led to rapid advancement in combating disease.

Exercise Science and Sports:
This course introduces students to the essentials of the major contributing disciplines – biomechanics, physiology and psychology.

Women's Health:
This module serves as a base to the care of women in primary care, intended for general and family practitioners, nurses, physician assistants, and all those who practise primary care of women. It emphasizes preventive and well-woman care throughout the life-cycle of a woman, including sexuality, contraception, medical care in pregnancy, and psychological and important medical concerns.

Advanced Biology:
This complete course expands on a broad range of biology subjects including molecular biology, gene, cell biology, organic compounds, regulatory mechanisms in plants and animals, pathogens and parasites and more.

Herbology and Botany:
This course expands on culture bacteria, isolate micro-organisms, Microscopic examination, Plant Pathology and more

Introduction to Homeopathy:
This module explores the principles and practice of homeopathy and provides a detailed, practical and thorough basis for the understanding and the application of homeopathy.

Complementary Therapies:
Complementary therapies are systems of healthcare that treat the whole person, not just the symptoms of their disease. In this course we will focus on the following;-

• Nutrition and Aging
• Massage, Reflexology, and Acupressure
• Feng Shui
• Detoxification and Healing
• Ayurvedic Medicine
• Traditional Chinese Medicine
• Principles of Acupuncture
• Stress Reduction and Relaxation
• Naturopathy