Naturopathic Medicine Degree ProgramDeveloping future leaders in health careNamed by the Princeton Review as one of the 168 best medical schools in the country, the School of Naturopathic Medicine at Bastyr University is committed to developing leaders in the evolving field of natural medicine. Bastyr's fully accredited naturopathic doctor (ND) program is internationally renowned for its rigorous curriculum, comprehensive clinical training and groundbreaking research. With that in mind, there is no better place to earn a well-respected, nationally recognized degree in natural medicine than Bastyr. Students come to Bastyr because they seek careers that resonate with their core values, including a belief in natural healing and whole-person medicine. They prepare for success as naturopathic doctors with the support of our state-of-the-art clinical training model, which trains students to formulate effective, personalized treatment plans for patients. This in-depth clinical training, coupled with Bastyr's robust basic sciences curriculum, is responsible for our graduates consistently earning top scores on the Naturopathic Licensing Examinations (NPLEX). And because our graduates speak the common language of science, they work as peers with other health care providers in integrative settings. Our multi-disciplinary curriculum allows students to explore natural health care modalities outside the School of Naturopathic Medicine. By taking classes from within the other degree programs offered at Bastyr — including nutrition, health psychology, Oriental medicine and exercise science — they can pursue interests that enrich them both personally and academically. Learn more about what it means to be a naturopathic doctor. We are training physicians for the future of medicine. Join us.Advantages of Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine degree program at Bastyr University: - Highly-qualified faculty coupled with a strong academic advising program.
- The University campus is immediately adjacent to the pristine 316-acre Saint Edward State Park, which features a gymnasium, an indoor heated swimming pool and miles of hiking, running and biking trails.
- Rigorous science-based curriculum offers training in this evolving profession with a natural healing perspective.
- Students train extensively at the University's teaching clinic, Bastyr Center for Natural Health, as well as at several Seattle-area public clinics.
- A well-developed residency program for naturopathic doctors at the Bastyr Center for Natural Health. Bastyr University School of Naturopathic Medicine is a recognized provider of postdoctoral natural medical education by the Council of Naturopathic Medical Education (CNME).
- The naturopathic doctor degree program offers a dual ND/AOM (acupuncture and Oriental medicine) degree as well as a naturopathic midwifery certification option.
- A research center, supported in part by funding from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), allows students the opportunity to engage in numerous research projects, including studies on botanical medicines, herbals supplements and complementary oncology therapies.
- Small class sizes coupled with the University's numerous resources, including: financial aid, student housing, gourmet vegetarian cafeteria, a health sciences library and a 51-acre Seattle-area campus.
- A diverse student body drawn from all across U.S. and 35 other countries.
Career OpportunitiesThis is an exciting time to be a naturopathic doctor. Naturopathic medicine is an evolving profession with demand for NDs ever on the rise. Many people are beginning to appreciate the benefits of using natural healing therapies and are exploring the advantages of integrative medicine. In fact, a recent study by the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) found 36 percent of adults in the U.S. are using some form of alternative medicine. People are realizing that a natural approach to healing works. Consequently, there are more career opportunities in natural medicine than ever before. In addition, more insurance companies now offer benefits for natural therapies, and businesses are instituting wellness programs for their employees. - Naturopathic doctor working as a primary natural care physician in private practice or at a clinic dedicated to integrative medicine
- Medical research scientist studying natural medicine
- Naturopathic consultant in industry, insurance or the political arena
- Researcher in the natural products industry
- Professional natural medicine spokesperson
- Natural products specialist
- Corporate wellness educator
- Public health administrator
- Natural medicine author/public speaker
- Faculty member in naturopathic or conventional medical institution
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