Re: Career Opportunities for Holistic Nurses

Originally Posted by Agnus

This is the one I have been talking about. As for the AHNA you must meet their requirements for cetification. I suggest you go to their site and look for your self. Like any nursing credential it is NOT just a matter of taking a course.

The certificate offered by Cannon College is not a credential. It is simply a certificate of completion.

If you simply want the knowledge and do not want the certificate of completion or the college credit you can go to Cannon College Site and Down load the list of texts for the course. This is all the instruction they offer there are no classes on line or otherwise to supplement the texts. You get the texts read them and take an on line exam.

Be aware the texts they mention are outdated. You will not even be able to get the editions they mention. I have newer editions. I signed up for the first module and have all the texts but I am not sure that I will sign up for another module since all they offer is this "certificate" and college credit. I do not even know what level college credit. It would seem like upper division but who knows. Based on this and lack of NLN acreditation at thier school other things I am questioning the value of thier program, in terms of being recognized by anyone.

However, I do not consider knowledge wasted and will at least persue studying the texts.

Thanks, Angus, for the information. I have sent my paper work off to AHNA to qualify to sit the exam, I was looking at Canyon College for studies that would help prepare me to take the exam. I understand that to get the certification you still will have to go through the AHNA and successfully take thier exam. I was however, unaware that Canyon States material was outdated. Thank you for that information. Have you taken the AHNA exam? What study materials did you use?

Re: Career Opportunities for Holistic Nurses

I have been looking into more holistic education myself, this is what I have found.
Everglades University in Florida offers a Bachelor of Science degree in Alternative Medicine, that is the one I am interested in the most. It is offered online as well, which is helpful for us working parents.
There is also a place called Clayton College of Natural Health, they offer online options as well in Baachelor of Sciences in; natural health, Holistic Nutrition, and Masters and Doctor degrees as well. They are not costly and you can pretty much work at your own pace. I am not too sure how there accredidation is though. It is something to look into. I have asked them and they have assured me it is valid, but I do not know enough about it.
A naturopath I work with is on the Admissions board at Bastyr University, she says things need to be accredited throught the US board of edu.
Bastyr is another place to check out, although they do not offer online.
You can get a degree or certificate in many areas of holistic care, such as dieticin, nutritionist, ND or Oriental Medicine.
There is also a college in Oregon, which is where I went for certification in Parental Nutritional IV therapy.
Hope this is helpful. Good luck to you!

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Originally Posted by Nightngale

Thanks for the update Agnus. How did you get the updated books? I have used, I think it was, buy dot com for texts. Were you able to get the SPN # through their assigned texts?

Went to Amazon and ordered by title and author. I take it you mean ISBN? don't go by that because it differs from one edition to the next.

You do not have to enroll to get the book lists. They list them on the site under the Hollistic Nursing Program.

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Angus thanks, for the information about the books.

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Originally Posted by CaliAlli

Thank you both for your replies! They are very helpful.

Mandolyn, where could I get certification as a holistic nutritionist?

Hello CaliAlli:
I found this information in my internet travels:
Global Institute For Alternative Medicine* |* "The global leader in natural health and wellness education"
I believe it is roughly in line with what you have been describing, specifically Holistic Nurse, Nutritional Consultant, etc. I do not know if it is accredited or not however I was impressed by the Director, Dr. Heather Johnstone, PhD. RN, BC, APN, RYT and her background.
Global Institute For Alternative Medicine* |* "The global leader in natural health and wellness education"
In my humble opinion, Bastyr University is probably one of the leaders in integrating the natural health aspect with the mainstream ideology. They do not have specific RN programs per se but I am sure they would accept any legitimate previous coursework-if that is your heart's desire.
Bastyr University: Academic Programs: Nutrition: Undergraduate Program Information
Best wishes on your RN education~onwards & upwards!

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The "gifam.org" courses are approved by the American Holistic Nurses Association~if that has any relevance for you.
Welcome to AHNA: Education

Originally Posted by guerrierdelion

Hello CaliAlli:
I found this information in my internet travels:
Global Institute For Alternative Medicine* |* "The global leader in natural health and wellness education"
I believe it is roughly in line with what you have been describing, specifically Holistic Nurse, Nutritional Consultant, etc. I do not know if it is accredited or not however I was impressed by the Director, Dr. Heather Johnstone, PhD. RN, BC, APN, RYT and her background.

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I have concerns about Canyon College, since education-related boards that I subscribe to describe CC as a degree mill. Canyon College does not hold NLN or CCNE accreditation. While that's not strictly necessary for a worthwhile nursing education, it should raise a red flag or three if it's absent. Most graduate nursing programs require "graduation from an accredited nursing program" for admission. I'm not sure if all states require graduation from an accredited nursing school for licensure; one of our major community college nursing programs here in SoCal lost its accreditation at the start of this year but they still have students in their program. California seems to have provisions for licensure for students who graduate from non-accredited programs. Maybe someone can shed additional light on this matter.

Clayton College of Natural Health offers a naturopathic degree, but I understand that it is not accredited by any of the agencies that allow graduates of their program to sit for state or national boards or to practice naturopathic medicine in any state that licenses N.D.s. (Hey, anyone can set up an "accreditation agency." If they are not approved by the U.S. Department of Education, they may well be meaningless.) Unless you are living in one of the few states that recently passed legislation exempting practioners of complementary medicine from practicing medicine without a license, the treatment of *any physical or mental condition* qualifies as the practice of medicine--regardless of the treatment modality. Where the medical practice act is concerned there is no such thing as an "alegal" state. In most states, practicing medicine without a license is a felony.

The key to making your way through all this maze is to get clear about what you want, the specifics of your nursing practice act regarding your area of interest, and any state or local certification requirements for your specialty.

All the best!
Marla

"I am about to start a certificate program in Holistic Nursing and Wellness Counseling."

Hi Agnus: Can you recommend the program you are enrolled in? I'm an RN interested in probably the same things you are! Good to meet you!

Re: Career Opportunities for Holistic Nurses

Originally Posted by Mandolyn

I have been looking into more holistic education myself, this is what I have found.
Everglades University in Florida offers a Bachelor of Science degree in Alternative Medicine, that is the one I am interested in the most. It is offered online as well, which is helpful for us working parents.
There is also a place called Clayton College of Natural Health, they offer online options as well in Baachelor of Sciences in; natural health, Holistic Nutrition, and Masters and Doctor degrees as well. They are not costly and you can pretty much work at your own pace. I am not too sure how there accredidation is though. It is something to look into. I have asked them and they have assured me it is valid, but I do not know enough about it.
A naturopath I work with is on the Admissions board at Bastyr University, she says things need to be accredited throught the US board of edu.
Bastyr is another place to check out, although they do not offer online.
You can get a degree or certificate in many areas of holistic care, such as dieticin, nutritionist, ND or Oriental Medicine.
There is also a college in Oregon, which is where I went for certification in Parental Nutritional IV therapy.
Hope this is helpful. Good luck to you!

Everglades University is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology (ACCSCT) 2101 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 302, Arlington, Virginia, (703) 247-4212.

Hi Agnus: Loved all your posts, do you think the above accreditation of Everglades Univ. is sufficient to employers, then? I'm definitely interested, just want to make sure they're accreditation is sufficient, people have always advised me to be careful about accreditation. Thanks for your reply.

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My husband and I teach wellness classes and I am using my experience as a nurse. I work on a team with holistic nurses, and teaching wellness and prevention has fullfilled this longing. I would love to share what all I am doing.
Herbalnurse919@msn.com. Just drop me a line, and I would love to answer any questions.
Joyce Harrell,RN,OCN