DOC & Elizabeth - N.D. schools: was - School of Natural Healing

September 7, 2004

Elizabeth, I feel the same way. To my knowledge there are only three accredited schools in the USA. One is in Washington the other two are in Oregon and Arizona. This is the link to the information that I have http://www.cnme.org/ (scroll down to the bottom Links and FAQ's are what you want to check out - Bastyr and the one in Tempe AZ are the ones that I am considering. I want to be a N.D. specializing in Lactation (maybe even midwifery) - Don't even try to look it up!! I'm more or less considering combining the two "professions" ! I'm not even sure if there is such a professional out there. I do volunteer work with a National Volunteer Organization for Breastfeeding Mothers (I'm not sure if I can say there name since, I'm affiliated with them - so I'm trying to be a good little girl and not get TOASTED!), and lately there's been a HUGE jump in women wanting to handle some of the more complicated problems "naturally".

Doc, is my information correct? The next question I have is is there a difference between being a Naturopath and being a Naturapathic Doctor or Physician - Do both hold a Doctor of Naturopathy degree? It is my current understanding that a naturopath my have training, but not be eligible for licensure and does not have the same level of medical training, and that the Naturopathic Doctor of Physcian goes through the same pre-medical training as an M.D.

If the second question is something I should have sent privately then just e-mail me off-list.

Tammi

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Elizabeth Elliott

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Monday, September 06, 2004 8:11 PM

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I had heard that Clayton's programs weren't that good. I would like to get more info on this from Doc. because the only school that I have ever hear d of as being accredited is BAstyr University in Seattle, which would cost me about $80000 to get the ND .

I want to be able to use it and if there is ever a time where they get more strict on this stuff, I want to be accredited or recognized by whomever.

Elizabeth

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chele

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Monday, September 06, 2004 4:43 PM

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Hi Elizabeth,

Right now I'm scouting out different courses. I'm real confused though because there are many courses out there but I want something that fits me.

I really love the Claytons courses but they are too expensive.

I spoke w/ Dr. Peske two years ago at a trade conference & he introduced me to Dr. C's courses but at the time, I had too much on my plate & couldn't take on anything else. (I don't think he's still affiliated w/ Dr. C though - ??)

I've checked out HHA. I bought the first course because I wanted to see what it was like. It's too political, & she rants & raves way too much. Too much drama for me.

Here's my dilemma. The State of NY does not acknowledge a ND degree. In order to practice any type of alternative therapies, you must have a recognized license such as a Massage Therapist or above or it is illegal to even touch a person with the intent of giving alternative treatment.

So do I spend close to $10,000+ for the Clayton courses & not be able to use it?

My back ground is in this field of alternative health. I own my own health food business.

It's my hearts desire to open a center for alternative treatments & along w/ other care givers be able to help people regain their health but if I can't further my business w/ this new knowledge I obtain then I can't validate spending this kind of money just to keep the info. to myself.

Michele

what are you doing to get there michele?

thanks.

elizabeth

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September 13, 2004

Dear Tammi,

Your questions are not inappropriate for HR and are welcomed.

Since Bastyr is the one making the most noise, I'll focus on it, though I believe there are 4 others that fall into the same category.

Bastyr is trying to get a monopoly on the practice of Naturopathy. Their prices are outrageous and they are trying to set themselves (and the other four) as being the only accredited schools to get an ND degree. They have been infiltrated by the giant pharmaceuticals and do use minor drugs and minor surgery procedures. Over the last couple of years they have had some success in getting legislation passed in a few states where their students have licensure and can get malpractice insurance, etc. All the other Naturopathic colleges have been ostracized from these states and there is currently a battle happening in New Mexico and in Florida between TRUE Naturopaths and the Bastyr Naturopathic Medical Doctor Wannabees. So far Bastyr has lost in these areanas, but there is big bucks behind them and they may eventually win since most Naturopaths are somewhat apolitical and just want to be left alone to do their own thing. Even though I know little about her, Mariah McCain of Herbal Healer Academy fame and who I understand has a good school has been attacked by Bastyr's henchmen and she has not asked for help. I sent her an email offering to let her use Herbal Remedies to spring board her counter attack and heard nothing back from her on it. My opinion is that most Naturopaths are somewhat anarchistic in nature since they propose and promulgate individual responsibility and this strong individualism may end up being the death of us. We do need to come together on this to fight back.

My almer mater is Trinity College in Indiana where I got my degree, and I do recommend them, however, my number one recommendation is Dr. John Christopher's School of Natural Healing in Utah. It does not offer an ND degree but it does offer an MH (Master Herbalist) degree which I feel is worth more than any ND degree out there at this time. Ole Doc Christopher was the greatest herbalist of the 20th Century and his work was never influenced or infiltrated by the Giant Pharmaceuticals or the AMA or APA or anyone else. His work remains mostly free of any slant or pitch. Trinity is good though and a little cheaper. I was once accused of just going to Trinity because it was a diploma mill and there is no truth to that at all. If you go the Trinity route, you'll work your buns off. The final step to getting your degree with them is a 45 page 7,000 word Thesis. If you can't confront that, then don't even try. Doc Christopher's courses are more comprehensive and all inclusive plus the focus is on herbs. Doing both would be the ultimate. :-)

If your goals have to do with acceptance, status, licensure, being part of the main stream, and being part of the "club" with old school tie and all, then pay the 60 Grand and go to Bastyr. You might not help many people but you'll sure be accepted.

Love,

Doc

Ian "Doc" Shillington N.D.727-447-5282Doc

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tammi

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Tuesday, September 07, 2004 3:46 PM

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