SCHOOL OF COMPLEMENTARY MEDICINE Introduction Target Audience Program Recognition & Affiliations CAM Graduate Programs Program Faculty Course Descriptions CAM Societies CAM Online Journals and Databases CAM Websites CAM Announcements Upcoming Events in CAM CAM Funding Opportunities Education and Training Resources CAM Programs Energy Medicine Complementary Medicine Mind-Body Healing Integral Health Studies Behavioral Naturopathy Energy Psychology Ayurveda Entry Requirements Welcome to The School of Complementary Medicine! To meet the challenges of our global healthcare needs, a multitude of issues concerning efficiency and economic imperative, public demand and satisfaction, safety and efficacy, access and ethics, and humanitarian and socio-cultural interest are driving changes of attitude and action in both our healthcare consumers and the conventional and politically dominant medical and healthcare systems through which they navigate. These changes have seen a thriving interest, demand and private utilization of healing resource domains, systems and practices that currently fall outside of mainstream healthcare, but that nonetheless satisfy needs unmet or poorly delivered by conventional care. These are the broad and diversified healing resources collectively known as Complementary Medicine and include health systems ancient and modern; from the East, West and in between; ranging from herbal medical practices to energy medicine, homeopathy, body-work and manipulative therapies; mind-body practices, environmental healing modalities, and beyond. To the extent to which Complementary Medicine diversifies and extends healthcare concepts, responsibilities and options, however bright the promise, it also seems very bewildering. There are such a vast amount of healing modalities and options to choose from, where do you begin? How and where did they originate? Do they work? If they do, what and who for, at what time, with what else, in what way, in which context and delivered by whom? How do we contribute to the published evidence base to document this? How do these diverse practices "complement", integrate with or even serve as alternatives to conventional care or other forms of "Complementary Medicine" for that matter? Who is fit to practice what and how are issues of safety, competence/expertise, and ethical practice addressed? How do we apply and develop optimal scientific and epistemological methods to address issues of efficacy, safety, satisfaction, development and integration? Where do professional regulation and appropriate business practices fit in? How are we to collaborate and communicate with one another when concepts and techniques are so varied? How can the history of healing systems give us clues to the farther reaches of possibility and development? How do we deepen and extend our current practices? How should media and information resources for the public be coordinated? These are all questions that demand the critical reflection and systematic inquiry that are not major parts of most independent practitioner training programs in Complementary Medicine. Whatever the questions of interest are to you, they ARE the kind of questions we encourage you to explore with us through our degree and certificate programs here in our School of Complementary Medicine at Akamai University. We welcome you and will do whatever we can to make your journey of development, learning and discovery an enjoyable one! TARGET AUDIENCE The School of Complementary Medicine is designed to serve the needs of a broad array of practitioners and scholars whose interests may include: Energy Medicine Ayurvedic Medicine Homeopathy Naturopathy Mind-Body Healing Chinese Medicine Herbal Medicine Native American Healing Therapeutic Bodywork Expressive and Movement Therapies Bio-energetic Technologies Transcultural Medicine Applied Eco-Environmental Energetics Health Education and Promotion Return to Top PROGRAM RECOGNITION & AFFILIATIONS The Research Council for Complementary Medicine Innersource British Institute of Homeopathy USA center for Traditional Medicine RCCM was founded in 1983 by a group of enthusiastic practitioners and researchers from both orthodox and complementary medicine. Today, their aim is to develop and extend the evidence base for complementary medicine in order to provide practitioners and their patients with information about the effectiveness of individual therapies and the treatment of specific conditions. Akamai was listed with RCCM beginning in 2004. 27a Devonshire Street, London W1G 6PN Tel: 020-7935-7499 RCCM Enquiries Akamai Listing RCCM Website InnersourceInnersource provides information and self-study programs for developing optimal health, personal growth, spiritual development, and well-being through Energy Medicine, Energy Psychology and Conscious Living programs for professionals, laypersons and students. Innersource also offers energy psychology information, research, and support, award-winning home-study training resources for professionals, laypersons, and graduate students. Innersource began collaboration with Akamai University on 29 March 2005. Innersource Website The British Institute of Homeopathy is recognized as the largest, most successful school of homeopathic medicine in the world. Internationally recognized for excellence in education, it offers an outstanding curriculum, featuring a student body exceeding 11,000 residing in 80 countries. The British Institute of Homeopathy is best known for its exceptional, self-paced distance education courses, professional personal tutors and interactive lessons which makes for a thoroughly enjoyable educational experience for the dedicated student. BIH-USA Email BIH-USA Website Center for Traditional Medicine The Center for Traditional Medicine promotes the cross- cultural healing arts and sciences and advances social change to benefit individual and community health through activist scholarship, research and practice. Visit Center website ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Admission Information The general entry requirements for enrollment in the Akamai University graduate programs in Energy Medicine and Complementary Medicine are as follows: The general Admission requirements for the institution Approval from the Health Center Director and CAM Program Director, as part of the Admission's criteria A relevant professional background, including at least a Bachelor's degree in a biological, physical, health or applied social science with relevance to allied health care practice A meaningful level of experience as a professional practitioner with qualifications in any area of applied biological, physical or health and social care Certifications in an area of Complementary and Alternative Medicine, OR, if this is not possible, two solid letters of recommendation clarifying your professional background and competencies A one page personal statement of your professional and/or personal goals as they relate to the program you are applying for. ENERGY MEDICINE PROGRAM Master of Science in Energy Medicine Doctor of Philosophy in Energy Medicine Doctorate by Dissertation Only Entry Requirements MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ENERGY MEDICINE Students in the Master of Science in Energy Medicine Program will complete a minimum of 40 credits above the baccalaureate level including a thesis. The coursework requirements include the academic major, the academic minor, research preparation, the thesis project, and additional electives, as needed, to satisfy the minimum credit requirements. The requirements for the academic major, minor and research preparation coursework are defined by the primary mentor assigned to oversee the student's program. Master's students complete a comprehensive examination at the conclusion of the academic coursework; they prepare a formal thesis proposal, complete the thesis project, and prepare the manuscript for faculty review. Master's students also complete an oral review of thesis at the conclusion of the physical manuscript review. Degree Requirements: Academic Major (Required: 18 credits) Academic Minor (Required: 9 credits) Research Preparation (Required: 3 credits) EXM 880: Comprehensive Examination (Required: 2 credits) RES 885: Thesis Proposal (Required: 2 credits) RES 890: Thesis Project (Required: 4 credits) EXM 895: Oral Review of Thesis (Required: 2 credits) The Academic Major Master's students in Energy Medicine must complete 18 graduate credits in core coursework comprising an academic major. These are the foundational competencies in theories, principles, and practices, and the historical, philosophical, and social-cultural implications of the discipline. These courses represent the core competencies and essential elements, which define your field of study and establish the underlying foundations upon which you may base your advanced professional development. Required (12 credits): CAM 501: Essentials of Energy Medicine (3 credits) CAM 577: Essentials of Energy Psychology (3 credits) CAM 699: Research in Complementary Medicine (3 credits) AND CAM 560: Advances in Energy Medicine (3 credits) OR CAM 580: Mind-Body Medicine III: Integral Healthcare (3 credits) PLUS 6 credits selected from the following courses: CAM 505 Medical Terminology (2 credits) [Required of all students lacking a background in health and medical sciences, experience with medical terminology or coursework in anatomy and physiology, pathology, and pharmacology] CAM 502: Optimal Health (3 credits) CAM 504: Complementary and Alternative Medicine (3 credits) CAM 505: Medical Terminology (2 credits) CAM 506: Theories, Principles, and Practices of Holistic Health (3 credits) CAM 508: Integral Healthcare (3 credits) CAM 510: The Embodied Mind (3 credits) CAM 512: Historical Perspectives on the Body (3 credits) CAM 513: Somatics in Multicultural Perspective (3 credits) CAM 521: Acupuncture (3 credits) CAM 522: Traditional Medicine (3 credits) CAM 523: Herbal Medicine (3 credits) CAM 524: Natural Medicine (3 credits) CAM 525: Touch Healing (3 credits) CAM 526: Directed Intentionality, Prayer and Distance Healing (3 credits) CAM 528: Nutritional and Dietary Healing (3 credits) CAM 529: Preventative Medicine (3 credits) CAM 530: Anatomy of Human Energy Systems(3 credits) CAM 533: Essentials of Qi Gong (3 credits) CAM 534: The Root of Chinese Qi Gong (3 credits) CAM 536: Healing Practices of China and the East(3 credits) CAM 540: Program Planning for Complementary and Alternative Healthcare (3 credits) CAM 541: Major Domains of Complementary and Alternative Healthcare& Research (3 credits) CAM 542: Ayurveda I (3 credits) CAM 543: Ayurveda II (3 credits) CAM 544: Ayurveda III (3 credits) CAM 546: Herbal Immune System Enhancement (3 credits) CAM 547: Herbal Internal Cleansing (3 credit) CAM 548 Homeopathic Medicine I: Materia Medica, Laws and Principles (3 credits) CAM 549 Homeopathic Medicine II: Repertory, Case Taking and Applied Practice (3 credits) CAM 551: Spiritual Health and Healing (3 credits) CAM 555: Shamanism (3 credits) CAM 559: Innovative and Unconventional Approaches to Psychotherapy (3 credits) CAM 560: Advances in Energy Medicine (3 credits) CAM 561: Mind Resonance Process (3 credits) CAM 578: Mind-Body Medicine I: Clinical Health Psychology (3 credits) CAM 579: Mind-Body Medicine II: Behavioral Medicine and Psychoneuroimmunology (3 credits) CAM 580: Mind-Body Medicine III: Integral Healthcare (3 credits) CAM 588: Global Citizenship Orientation, Psychological Elements of the Art and Science of Thinking with Nature (2 credits) CAM 751-759: Field Study in Complementary Medicine (3 credits) CAM 771-779: Directed Professional Studies in Complementary Medicine (3 credits) CAM 781-789: External Specialty Training in Complementary Medicine (3 credits) The Academic Minor Master's students completing the degree by coursework, also complete coursework in an academic minor comprising at least 9 credits. The primary mentor guides the student in the selection of this coursework. The academic minor may include additional studies in the major field or another appropriate field of study. The minor may also be interdisciplinary in nature. Research Preparation Master's students must pursue studies providing advanced research knowledge necessary for success in their final projects (thesis or major project in lieu of thesis). At least three semester credits of research preparation coursework is required and this might focus upon quantitative and qualitative methods or participatory action research techniques, especially subject selection, research design, and statistical analysis, as appropriate to each student’s proposed project. Through this requirement, students learn to effectively define applied problems or theoretical issues and articulate the rationale for the study. They should learn to present an effective scholarly review of the academic literature and implement quantitative, qualitative or participatory action methods for evaluating academic issues. As arranged with the senior faculty member overseeing the Master's Program, students must complete: CAM 590 Qualitative Research for Complementary Medicine (3 credits) OR CAM 591: Research Basics for Evaluating CAM Therapies (3 credits) OR Another research preparation course selected from an appropriate field of study, such as psychology, health, or education. Return to Top Comprehensive Examination Once the student has completed the coursework elements of the degree, they schedule the Comprehensive Examination. The primary mentor and a faculty member representing the minor field of study conduct both the written and oral components of the examination. The written portion is open book style with selected essay questions requiring creative responses that reach for the higher levels of cognition. Your answers are expected to draw from both the primary and secondary competencies of your program with proper referencing of the scholarly literature. The oral component of the examination is normally completed by telephone conference and is intended to allow detailed investigation of your written responses. Thesis Proposal Master's students are expected to prepare a formal proposal related to the concept for research under the direction of the primary mentor and following the guidelines provided by the University. Thesis Project Following approval of the thesis proposal, the student will begin the research project. The thesis may take the form of a traditional research project or it may be a major scholarly project of the type appropriate to the discipline. Whichever approach to the thesis is approved, the resulting project must demonstrate mastery of a body of knowledge in the major field of study, be the original work of the student and represent a meaningful contribution to the betterment of the human condition or an improvement of the professional field. The thesis research may be conducted via quantitative, qualitative, or participatory action research. The body of the thesis manuscript, structured according to a set of approved manuscript guidelines, should exceed 75 double spaced, typewritten pages. If the thesis takes the form of a major scholarly project, it must follow the guidelines provided by the University for such projects. Review of Thesis Once the students have prepared the thesis manuscript, they will be asked to schedule the formal review process. The primary mentor and a faculty member representing the secondary academic area will conduct the formal physical review of the thesis manuscript and the oral review of thesis. The physical review of the thesis manuscript usually takes the review committee four to six weeks. Each reviewer will prepare questions and commentary relative to the underlying review of the literature, the thesis methodology, the mechanics of your project, and the presentation of the findings, conclusions and recommendations. The oral examination is carried out by telephone conference call and is designed to allow detailed investigation of the thesis. The faculty reviewers explore issues related to the thesis including methodology, review of literature and interpretation of the findings. One outcome of the thesis review process is a set of final expectations directing the student through the remaining tasks for completing the thesis manuscript. Once the final manuscript is approved, the student will submit the formal document to an approved bindery and later ship the bound thesis to the University for permanent archival storage. Return to Top DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN ENERGY MEDICINE Students in the Doctor of Philosophy in Energy Medicine Program will complete a minimum of 52 credits above the Master’s level including a dissertation. The coursework requirements include the academic major, the academic minor, research preparation, the dissertation project, and additional electives, as needed, to satisfy the minimum credit requirements. The requirements for the academic major, minor and research preparation coursework are defined by the primary mentor assigned to oversee the student's program. Doctoral students complete a comprehensive examination at the conclusion of the academic coursework; they prepare a formal dissertation proposal, complete the dissertation project, and prepare the manuscript for faculty review. Doctoral students also complete an oral review of dissertation at the conclusion of the physical manuscript review. Degree Requirements: Academic Major (Required: 18 credits minimum) Academic Minor (Required: 12 credits minimum) Research Preparation (Required: 6 credits minimum) EXM 980: Comprehensive Examination (Required: 2 credits) RES 985: Dissertation Proposal (Required: 4 credits) RES 990: Dissertation Project (Required: 8 credits) EXM 995: Oral Review of Dissertation(Required: 2 credits) The Academic Major Doctoral students in Energy Medicine must complete 18 graduate credits in core coursework comprising an academic major. These are the foundational competencies in theories, principles, and practices, and the historical, philosophical, and social-cultural implications of the discipline. These courses represent the core competencies and essential elements, which define your field of study and establish the underlying foundations upon which you may base your advanced professional development. Required (12 credits): CAM 501: Essentials of Energy Medicine (3 credits) CAM 577: Essentials of Energy Psychology (3 credits) CAM 699: Research in Complementary Medicine (3 credits) AND CAM 560: Advances in Energy Medicine (3 credits) OR CAM 580: Mind-Body Medicine III: Integral Healthcare (3 credits) PLUS 6 credits selected from the following courses: CAM 505 Medical Terminology (2 credits) [Required of all students lacking a background in health and medical sciences, experience with medical terminology or coursework in anatomy and physiology, pathology, and pharmacology] CAM 502: Optimal Health (3 credits) CAM 504: Complementary and Alternative Medicine (3 credits) CAM 505: Medical Terminology (2 credits) CAM 506: Theories, Principles, and Practices of Holistic Health (3 credits) CAM 508: Integral Healthcare (3 credits) CAM 510: The Embodied Mind (3 credits) CAM 512: Historical Perspectives on the Body (3 credits) CAM 513: Somatics in Multicultural Perspective (3 credits) CAM 522: Traditional Medicine (3 credits) CAM 523: Herbal Medicine (3 credits) CAM 524: Natural Medicine (3 credits) CAM 525: Touch Healing (3 credits) CAM 526: Directed Intentionality, Prayer and Distance Healing (3 credits) CAM 528: Nutritional and Dietary Healing (3 credits) CAM 529: Preventative Medicine (3 credits) CAM 530: Anatomy of Human Energy Systems(3 credits) CAM 533: Essentials of Qi Gong (3 credits) CAM 534: The Root of Chinese Qi Gong (3 credits) CAM 536: Healing Practices of China and the East (3 credits) CAM 540: Program Planning for Complementary and Alternative Healthcare (3 credits) CAM 541: Major Domains of Complementary and Alternative Healthcare& Research (3 credits) CAM 542: Ayurveda I (3 credits) CAM 543: Ayurveda II (3 credits) CAM 544: Ayurveda III (3 credits) CAM 546: Herbal Immune System Enhancement (3 credits) CAM 547: Herbal Internal Cleansing (3 credit) CAM 548 Homeopathic Medicine I: Materia Medica, Laws and Principles (3 credits) CAM 549 Homeopathic Medicine II: Repertory, Case Taking and Applied Practice (3 credits) CAM 551: Spiritual Health and Healing (3 credits) CAM 555: Shamanism (3 credits) CAM 559: Innovative and Unconventional Approaches to Psychotherapy (3 credits) CAM 560: Advances in Energy Medicine (3 credits) CAM 561: Mind Resonance Process (3 credits) CAM 578: Mind-Body Medicine I: Clinical Health Psychology (3 credits) CAM 579: Mind-Body Medicine II: Behavioral Medicine and Psychoneuroimmunology (3 credits) CAM 580: Mind-Body Medicine III: Integral Healthcare (3 credits) CAM 588: Global Citizenship Orientation, Psychological Elements of the Art and Science of Thinking with Nature (2 credits) CAM 751-759: Field Study in Complementary Medicine (3 credits) CAM 771-779: Directed Professional Studies in Complementary Medicine (3 credits) CAM 781-789: External Specialty Training in Complementary Medicine (3 credits) Return to Top The Academic Minor Doctoral students completing the degree by coursework, also complete coursework comprising a 12 credit academic minor. The minor must include at least one of the following courses: CAM 536, 548, 533, or 551. The primary mentor guides the student in the selection of the remaining coursework. The academic minor may include additional studies in the major field or another appropriate field of study. The minor may also be interdisciplinary in nature. Research Preparation Doctoral students must pursue studies providing advanced research knowledge necessary for success in their final projects (dissertation). At least six semester credits of research preparation coursework are required. This coursework might focus upon quantitative and qualitative methods or participatory action research techniques including subject selection, research design, and statistical analysis, as appropriate to each student’s proposed project. Through this requirement, students learn to effectively define applied problems or theoretical issues and articulate the rationale for the study. They should learn to present an effective scholarly review of the academic literature and implement quantitative, qualitative or participatory action methods for evaluating academic issues. Students must complete a minimum of 6 semester credits in research preparation coursework, as follows: CAM 590 Qualitative Research for Complementary Medicine (3 credits) OR CAM 591: Research Basics for Evaluating CAM Therapies (3 credits) AND/OR Other research preparation courses, as directed by the senior faculty, to bring the total of research coursework to a minimum of 6 credits. Courses may be selected from the fields of health, education and psychology. Return to Top Comprehensive Examination Once the student has completed the coursework elements of the degree, they will schedule the Comprehensive Examination. The primary mentor and a faculty member representing the secondary academic area conduct the written and oral components of the examination. The written portion is open book style with selected essay questions requiring creative responses that reach for the higher levels of cognition. Student responses are expected to draw from the academic competencies of the program with proper referencing of the scholarly literature. The oral component of the examination is normally completed by telephone conference and is intended to allow detailed investigation of your written responses. Dissertation Proposal Doctoral students are expected to prepare a formal proposal related to your concept for research under the direction of your primary mentor and following the guidelines provided by the University. Dissertation Project Following approval of the dissertation proposal, the student will begin the research project. The dissertation may take the form of a traditional research project or it may be a major scholarly project of the type appropriate to the discipline. Whichever approach to the dissertation is approved, the resulting project must demonstrate mastery of a body of knowledge in the major field of study, be the original work of the student and represent a meaningful contribution to the betterment of the human condition or an improvement to the professional field. The dissertation research may be conducted via quantitative, qualitative, or participatory action research. The body of the dissertation manuscript, structured according to a set of approved manuscript guidelines, should exceed 125 double spaced, typewritten pages. If the dissertation takes the form of a scholarly project, it must follow the guidelines provided by the University for such projects. Review of Dissertation Once the students have prepared the dissertation manuscript, they will be asked to schedule the formal review process. The primary mentor and two faculty members representing the secondary academic area and the field of research will conduct the formal physical review of the dissertation manuscript and the oral review of dissertation. The physical review of the manuscript usually takes the review committee four to six weeks. Each reviewer will prepare questions and commentary relative to your underlying review of the literature, the dissertation methodology, the mechanics of your project, and your presentation of the findings, conclusions and recommendations. The oral examination is carried out by telephone conference call and is designed to allow detailed investigation of the dissertation. The faculty reviewers explore the issues related to the dissertation including methodology, review of literature and interpretation of the findings. One outcome of the dissertation review process is a set of final expectations directing the student through the remaining tasks for completing the dissertation manuscript. Once the final manuscript is approved, the student will submit the formal document to an approved bindery and later arrange for the bound dissertation to be shipped to the University for permanent archival storage. Return to Top COMPLEMENTARY MEDICINE PROGRAM Master of Science in Complementary Medicine Doctor of Philosophy in Complementary Medicine Doctor of Philosophy by Dissertation MASTER OF SCIENCE IN COMPLEMENTARY MEDICINE Students in the Master of Science in Complementary Medicine Program will complete a minimum of 40 credits above the baccalaureate level including a thesis. The coursework requirements include the academic major, the academic minor, research preparation, the thesis project, and additional electives, as needed, to satisfy the minimum credit requirements. The requirements for the academic major, minor and research preparation coursework are defined by the primary mentor assigned to oversee the student’s program. Master's students complete a comprehensive examination at the conclusion of the academic coursework; they prepare a formal thesis proposal, complete the thesis project, and prepare the manuscript for faculty review. Master's students also complete an oral review of thesis at the conclusion of the physical manuscript review. Degree Requirements: Academic Major (Required: 18 credits) Academic Minor (Required: 9 credits) Research Preparation (Required: 3 credits) EXM 880: Comprehensive Examination (Required: 2 credits) RES 885: Thesis Proposal (Required: 2 credits) RES 890: Thesis Project (Required: 4 credits) EXM 895: Oral Review of Thesis (Required: 2 credits) The Academic Major Master's students in Complementary Medicine must complete 18 graduate credits in core coursework comprising an academic major. These are the foundational competencies in theories, principles, and practices, and the historical, philosophical, and social-cultural implications of the discipline. These courses represent the core competencies and essential elements, which define your field of study and establish the underlying foundations upon which you may base your advanced professional development. Required (the following 12 credits): CAM 501: Essentials of Energy Medicine (3 credits) CAM 504: Complementary and Alternative Medicine (3 credits) CAM 699: Research in Complementary Medicine (3 credits) AND CAM 580: Mind-Body Medicine III: Integrative Healthcare (3 credits) PLUS 6 credits selected from the following courses: CAM 505 Medical Terminology (2 credits) [Required of all students lacking a background in health and medical sciences, experience with medical terminology or coursework in anatomy and physiology, pathology, and pharmacology] CAM 502: Optimal Health (3 credits) CAM 505: Medical Terminology (2 credits) CAM 506: Theories, Principles, and Practices of Holistic Health (3 credits) CAM 508: Integral Healthcare (3 credits) CAM 510: The Embodied Mind (3 credits) CAM 512: Historical Perspectives on the Body (3 credits) CAM 513: Somatics in Multicultural Perspective (3 credits) CAM 522: Traditional Medicine (3 credits) CAM 523: Herbal Medicine (3 credits) CAM 524: Natural Medicine (3 credits) CAM 525 Touch Healing (3 credits) CAM 526: Directed Intentionality, Prayer and Distance Healing (3 credits) CAM 528: Nutritional and Dietary Healing (3 credits) CAM 529 Preventative Medicine (3 credits) CAM 530: Anatomy of Human Energy Systems(3 credits) CAM 533: Essentials of Qi Gong (3 credits) CAM 534: The Root of Chinese Qi Gong (3 credits) CAM 536: Healing Practices of China and the East (3 credits) CAM 540: Program Planning for Complementary and Alternative Healthcare (3 credits) CAM 541: Major Domains of Complementary and Alternative Healthcare& Research (3 credits) CAM 542: Ayurveda I (3 credits) CAM 543: Ayurveda II (3 credits) CAM 544: Ayurveda III (3 credits) CAM 546: Herbal Immune System Enhancement (3 credits) CAM 547: Herbal Internal Cleansing (3 credit) CAM 548 Homeopathic Medicine I: Materia Medica, Laws and Principles (3 credits) CAM 549 Homeopathic Medicine II: Repertory, Case Taking and Applied Practice (3 credits) CAM 551: Spiritual Health and Healing (3 credits) CAM 555: Shamanism (3 credits) CAM 559: Innovative and Unconventional Approaches to Psychotherapy (3 credits) CAM 560: Advances in Energy Medicine (3 credits) CAM 561: Mind Resonance Process (3 credits) CAM 588: Global Citizenship Orientation, Psychological Elements of the Art and Science of Thinking with Nature (2 credits) CAM 560: Advances in Energy Medicine (3 credits) CAM 577: Essentials of Energy Psychology (3 credits) CAM 578: Mind-Body Medicine I: Clinical Health Psychology (3 credits) CAM 579: Mind-Body Medicine II: Behavioral Medicine and Psychoneuroimmunology (3 credits) CAM 580: Mind-Body Medicine III: Integral Healthcare (3 credits) CAM 751-759: Field Study in Complementary Medicine (3 credits) CAM 771-779: Directed Professional Studies in Complementary Medicine (3 credits) CAM 781-789: External Specialty Training in Complementary Medicine (3 credits) The Academic Minor Master's students completing the degree by coursework, also complete coursework in an academic minor comprising at least 9 credits. The primary mentor guides the student in the selection of this coursework. The academic minor may include additional studies in the major field or another appropriate field of study. The minor may also be interdisciplinary in nature. Research Preparation Master's students must pursue studies providing advanced research knowledge necessary for success in their final projects (thesis or major project in lieu of thesis). At least three semester credits of research preparation coursework is required and this might focus upon quantitative and qualitative methods or participatory action research techniques, especially subject selection, research design, and statistical analysis, as appropriate to each student’s proposed project. Through this requirement, students learn to effectively define applied problems or theoretical issues and articulate the rationale for the study. They should learn to present an effective scholarly review of the academic literature and implement quantitative, qualitative or participatory action methods for evaluating academic issues. Unless otherwise arranged with the senior faculty overseeing the Master's Program, students must complete: CAM 590 Qualitative Research for Complementary Medicine (3 credits) OR CAM 591: Research Basics for Evaluating CAM Therapies (3 credits) OR Another research preparation course selected from an appropriate field of study, such as psychology, health, or education. Return to Top Comprehensive Examination Once the student has completed the coursework elements of the degree, they schedule the Comprehensive Examination. The primary mentor and a faculty member representing the minor field of study conduct both the written and oral components of the examination. The written portion is open book style with selected essay questions requiring creative responses that reach for the higher levels of cognition. Your answers are expected to draw from both the primary and secondary competencies of your program with proper referencing of the scholarly literature. The oral component of the examination is normally completed by telephone conference and is intended to allow detailed investigation of your written responses. Thesis Proposal Master's students are expected to prepare a formal proposal related to the concept for research under the direction of the primary mentor and following the guidelines provided by the University. Thesis Project Following approval of the thesis proposal, the student will begin the research project. The thesis may take the form of a traditional research project or it may be a major scholarly project of the type appropriate to the discipline. Whichever approach to the thesis is approved, the resulting project must demonstrate mastery of a body of knowledge in the major field of study, be the original work of the student and represent a meaningful contribution to the betterment of the human condition or an improvement of the professional field. The thesis research may be conducted via quantitative, qualitative, or participatory action research. The body of the thesis manuscript, structured according to a set of approved manuscript guidelines, should exceed 75 double spaced, typewritten pages. If the thesis takes the form of a major scholarly project, it must follow the guidelines provided by the University for such projects. Review of Thesis Once the students have prepared the thesis manuscript, they will be asked to schedule the formal review process. The primary mentor and a faculty member representing the secondary academic area will conduct the formal physical review of the thesis manuscript and the oral review of thesis. The physical review of the thesis manuscript usually takes the review committee four to six weeks. Each reviewer will prepare questions and commentary relative to the underlying review of the literature, the thesis methodology, the mechanics of your project, and the presentation of the findings, conclusions and recommendations. The oral examination is carried out by telephone conference call and is designed to allow detailed investigation of the thesis. The faculty reviewers explore issues related to the thesis including methodology, review of literature and interpretation of the findings. One outcome of the thesis review process is a set of final expectations directing the student through the remaining tasks for completing the thesis manuscript. Once the final manuscript is approved, the student will submit the formal document to an approved bindery and later ship the bound thesis to the University for permanent archival storage. Return to Top DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN COMPLEMENTARY MEDICINE Students in the Doctor of Philosophy in Complementary Medicine Program will complete a minimum of 52 credits above the Master's level including a dissertation. The coursework requirements include the academic major, the academic minor, research preparation, the dissertation project, and additional electives, as needed, to satisfy the minimum credit requirements. The requirements for the academic major, minor and research preparation coursework are defined by the primary mentor assigned to oversee the student's program. Doctoral students complete a comprehensive examination at the conclusion of the academic coursework; they prepare a formal dissertation proposal, complete the dissertation project, and prepare the manuscript for faculty review. Doctoral students also complete an oral review of dissertation at the conclusion of the physical manuscript review. Degree Requirements: Academic Major (Required: 18 credits minimum) Academic Minor (Required: 12 credits minimum) Research Preparation (Required: 6 credits minimum) EXM 980: Comprehensive Examination (Required: 2 credits) RES 985: Dissertation Proposal (Required: 4 credits) RES 990: Dissertation Project (Required: 8 credits) EXM 995: Oral Review of Dissertation(Required: 2 credits) The Academic Major Doctoral students in Complementary Medicine must complete 18 graduate credits in core coursework comprising an academic major. These are the foundational competencies in theories, principles, and practices, and the historical, philosophical, and social-cultural implications of the discipline. These courses represent the core competencies and essential elements, which define your field of study and establish the underlying foundations upon which you may base your advanced professional development. Required (the following 12 credits): CAM 501: Essentials of Energy Medicine (3 credits) CAM 504: Complementary and Alternative Medicine (3 credits) CAM 699: Research in Complementary Medicine (3 credits) CAM 580: Mind-Body Medicine III: Integrative Healthcare (3 credits) PLUS 3 credits selected from the following: CAM 529: Preventative Medicine (3 credits) CAM 540: Program Planning for Complementary and Alternative Healthcare (3 credits) CAM 541: Major Domains of Complementary and Alternative Healthcare and Research (3 credits) CAM 577: Essentials of Energy Psychology (3 credits) PLUS 3 credits selected from the following: CAM 505 Medical Terminology (2 credits) [Required of all students lacking a background in health and medical sciences, experience with medical terminology or coursework in anatomy and physiology, pathology, and pharmacology] CAM 505: Medical Terminology (2 credits) CAM 506: Theories, Principles, and Practices of Holistic Health (3 credits) CAM 508: Integral Healthcare (3 credits) CAM 510: The Embodied Mind (3 credits) CAM 512: Historical Perspectives on the Body (3 credits) CAM 513: Somatics in Multicultural Perspective (3 credits) CAM 522: Traditional Medicine (3 credits) CAM 523: Herbal Medicine (3 credits) CAM 524: Natural Medicine (3 credits) CAM 525: Touch Healing (3 credits) CAM 526: Directed Intentionality, Prayer and Distance Healing (3 credits) CAM 528: Nutritional and Dietary Healing (3 credits) CAM 530: Anatomy of Human Energy Systems(3 credits) CAM 533: Essentials of Qi Gong (3 credits) CAM 534: The Root of Chinese Qi Gong (3 credits) CAM 536: Healing Practices of China and the East(3 credits) CAM 540: Program Planning for Complementary and Alternative Healthcare (3 credits) CAM 541: Major Domains of Complementary and Alternative Healthcare& Research (3 credits) CAM 542: Ayurveda I (3 credits) CAM 543: Ayurveda II (3 credits) CAM 544: Ayurveda III (3 credits) CAM 546: Herbal Immune System Enhancement (3 credits) CAM 547: Herbal Internal Cleansing (3 credit) CAM 548 Homeopathic Medicine I: Materia Medica, Laws and Principles (3 credits) CAM 549 Homeopathic Medicine II: Repertory, Case Taking and Applied Practice (3 credits) CAM 551: Spiritual Health and Healing (3 credits) CAM 555: Shamanism (3 credits) CAM 559: Innovative and Unconventional Approaches to Psychotherapy (3 credits) CAM 560: Advances in Energy Medicine (3 credits) CAM 561: Mind Resonance Process (3 credits) CAM 578: Mind-Body Medicine I: Clinical Health Psychology (3 credits) CAM 579: Mind-Body Medicine II: Behavioral Medicine and Psychoneuroimmunology (3 credits) CAM 580: Mind-Body Medicine III: Integral Healthcare (3 credits) CAM 588: Global Citizenship Orientation, Psychological Elements of the Art and Science of Thinking with Nature (2 credits) CAM 600: Readings in Complementary Medicine (3 credits) CAM 751-759: Field Study in Complementary Medicine (3 credits) CAM 771-779: Directed Professional Studies in Complementary Medicine (3 credits) CAM 781-789: External Specialty Training in Complementary Medicine (3 credits) Return to Top The Academic Minor Doctoral students completing the degree by coursework, also complete coursework comprising a 12 credit academic minor. The primary mentor guides the student in the selection of this coursework. The academic minor may include additional studies in the major field of CAM or another appropriate field of study. The minor may also be interdisciplinary in nature. Research Preparation Doctoral students must pursue studies providing advanced research knowledge necessary for success in their final projects (dissertation). At least six semester credits of research preparation coursework are required. This coursework might focus upon quantitative and qualitative methods or participatory action research techniques including subject selection, research design, and statistical analysis, as appropriate to each student’s proposed project. Through this requirement, students learn to effectively define applied problems or theoretical issues and articulate the rationale for the study. They should learn to present an effective scholarly review of the academic literature and implement quantitative, qualitative or participatory action methods for evaluating academic issues. Unless otherwise arranged with the senior faculty overseeing the Doctoral Program, students must complete a minimum of 6 semester credits in Research Preparation coursework: Required: CAM 590 Qualitative Research for Complementary Medicine (3 credits) OR CAM 591: Research Basics for Evaluating CAM Therapies (3 credits) PLUS: Other research preparation courses, as directed by the senior faculty, to bring the total of research preparation coursework to a minimum of 6 credits. Courses may be selected from the fields of health, education and psychology. Return to Top Comprehensive Examination Once the student has completed the coursework elements of the degree, they will schedule the Comprehensive Examination. The primary mentor and a faculty member representing the secondary academic area conduct the written and oral components of the examination. The written portion is open book style with selected essay questions requiring creative responses that reach for the higher levels of cognition. Student responses are expected to draw from the academic competencies of the program with proper referencing of the scholarly literature. The oral component of the examination is normally completed by telephone conference and is intended to allow detailed investigation of your written responses. Dissertation Proposal Doctoral students are expected to prepare a formal proposal related to your concept for research under the direction of your primary mentor and following the guidelines provided by the University. Dissertation Project Following approval of the dissertation proposal, the student will begin the research project. The dissertation may take the form of a traditional research project or it may be a major scholarly project of the type appropriate to the discipline. Whichever approach to the dissertation is approved, the resulting project must demonstrate mastery of a body of knowledge in the major field of study, be the original work of the student and represent a meaningful contribution to the betterment of the human condition or an improvement to the professional field. The dissertation research may be conducted via quantitative, qualitative, or participatory action research. The body of the dissertation manuscript, structured according to a set of approved manuscript guidelines, should exceed 125 double spaced, typewritten pages. If the dissertation takes the form of a scholarly project, it must follow the guidelines provided by the University for such projects. Review of Dissertation Once the students have prepared the dissertation manuscript, they will be asked to schedule the formal review process. The primary mentor and two faculty members representing the secondary academic area and the field of research will conduct the formal physical review of the dissertation manuscript and the oral review of dissertation. The physical review of the manuscript usually takes the review committee four to six weeks. Each reviewer will prepare questions and commentary relative to your underlying review of the literature, the dissertation methodology, the mechanics of your project, and your presentation of the findings, conclusions and recommendations. The oral examination is carried out by telephone conference call and is designed to allow detailed investigation of the dissertation. The faculty reviewers explore the issues related to the dissertation including methodology, review of literature and interpretation of the findings. One outcome of the dissertation review process is a set of final expectations directing the student through the remaining tasks for completing the dissertation manuscript. Once the final manuscript is approved, the student will submit the formal document to an approved bindery and later arrange for the bound dissertation to be shipped to the University for permanent archival storage. Return to Top MIND-BODY HEALING PROGRAM Master of Science in Mind-Body Healing Doctorate by Dissertation Only MASTER OF SCIENCE IN MIND-BODY HEALING Students in the Master of Science in the Mind-Body Healing Program will complete a minimum of 40 credits above the baccalaureate level including a thesis. The coursework requirements include the academic major, the academic minor, research preparation, the thesis project, and additional electives, as needed, to satisfy the minimum credit requirements. The requirements for the academic major, minor and research preparation coursework are defined by the primary mentor assigned to oversee the student’s program. Master's students complete a comprehensive examination at the conclusion of the academic coursework; they prepare a formal thesis proposal, complete the thesis project, and prepare the manuscript for faculty review. Master's students also complete an oral review of thesis at the conclusion of the physical manuscript review. Degree Requirements: Academic Major (Required: 18 credits) Academic Minor (Required: 9 credits) Research Preparation (Required: 3 credits) EXM 880: Comprehensive Examination (Required: 2 credits) RES 885: Thesis Proposal (Required: 2 credits) RES 890: Thesis Project (Required: 4 credits) EXM 895: Oral Review of Thesis (Required: 2 credits) The Academic Major Master's students in Mind-Body Healing must complete 18 graduate credits in core coursework comprising an academic major. These are the foundational competencies in theories, principles, and practices, and the historical, philosophical, and social-cultural implications of the discipline. These courses represent the core competencies and essential elements, which define your field of study and establish the underlying foundations upon which you may base your advanced professional development. Required (the following 12 credits): CAM 578: Mind-Body Medicine I: Clinical Health Psychology (3 credits) CAM 579: Mind-Body Medicine II: Behavioral Medicine and Psychoneuroimmunology (3 credits) CAM 580: Mind-Body Medicine III: Integrative Healthcare (3 credits) CAM 699: Research in Complementary Medicine (3 credits) PLUS 6 credits selected from the following courses: CAM 505 Medical Terminology (2 credits) [Required of all students lacking a background in health and medical sciences, experience with medical terminology or coursework in anatomy and physiology, pathology, and pharmacology] CAM 504: Complementary and Alternative Medicine 3 credits) CAM 506: Theories, Principles, and Practices of Holistic Health (3 credits) CAM 508: Integral Healthcare (3 credits) CAM 510: The Embodied Mind (3 credits) CAM 512: Historical Perspectives on the Body (3 credits) CAM 513: Somatics in Multicultural Perspective (3 credits) CAM 522: Traditional Medicine (3 credits) CAM 523: Herbal Medicine (3 credits) CAM 524: Natural Medicine (3 credits) CAM 525: Touch Healing (3 credits) CAM 526: Directed Intentionality, Prayer and Distance Healing (3 credits) CAM 528: Nutritional and Dietary Healing (3 credits) CAM 529: Preventative Medicine (3 credits) CAM 530: Anatomy of Human Energy Systems(3 credits) CAM 533: Essentials of Qi Gong (3 credits) CAM 534: The Root of Chinese Qi Gong (3 credits) CAM 536: Healing Practices of China and the East (3 credits) CAM 540: Program Planning for Complementary and Alternative Healthcare (3 credits) CAM 541: Major Domains of Complementary and Alternative Healthcare & Research (3 credits) CAM 542: Ayurveda I (3 credits) CAM 543: Ayurveda II (3 credits) CAM 544: Ayurveda III (3 credits) CAM 546: Herbal Immune System Enhancement (3 credits) CAM 547: Herbal Internal Cleansing (3 credit) CAM 548 Homeopathic Medicine I: Materia Medica, Laws and Principles (3 credits) CAM 549 Homeopathic Medicine II: Repertory, Case Taking and Applied Practice (3 credits) CAM 551: Spiritual Health and Healing (3 credits) CAM 555: Shamanism (3 credits) CAM 559: Innovative and Unconventional Approaches to Psychotherapy (3 credits) CAM 560: Advances in Energy Medicine (3 credits) CAM 561: Mind Resonance Process (3 credits) CAM 577: Essentials of Energy Psychology (3 credits) CAM 578: Mind-Body Medicine I: Clinical Health Psychology (3 credits) CAM 579: Mind-Body Medicine II: Behavioral Medicine and Psychoneuroimmunology (3 credits) CAM 580: Mind-Body Medicine III: Integral Healthcare (3 credits) CAM 588: Global Citizenship Orientation, Psychological Elements of the Art and Science of Thinking with Nature (2 credits) CAM 751-759: Field Study in Complementary Medicine (3 credits) CAM 771-779: Directed Professional Studies in Complementary Medicine (3 credits) CAM 781-789: External Specialty Training in Complementary Medicine (3 credits) OR courses selected from the Center for Transpersonal and Consciousness Studies. The Academic Minor Master's students completing the degree by coursework, also complete coursework in an academic minor comprising at least 9 credits. The primary mentor guides the student in the selection of this coursework. The academic minor may include additional studies in the major field or another appropriate field of study. The minor may be established within the Center for Transpersonal and Consciousness Studies or may be interdisciplinary in nature. Research Preparation Master's students must pursue studies providing advanced research knowledge necessary for success in their final projects (thesis or major project in lieu of thesis). At least three semester credits of research preparation coursework is required and this might focus upon quantitative and qualitative methods or participatory action research techniques, especially subject selection, research design, and statistical analysis, as appropriate to each student's proposed project. Through this requirement, students learn to effectively define applied problems or theoretical issues and articulate the rationale for the study. They should learn to present an effective scholarly review of the academic literature and implement quantitative, qualitative or participatory action methods for evaluating academic issues. Unless otherwise arranged with the senior faculty overseeing the Master's Program, students must complete: CAM 590 Qualitative Research for Complementary Medicine (3 credits) OR CAM 591: Research Basics for Evaluating CAM Therapies (3 credits) OR Another research preparation course selected from an appropriate field of study, such as psychology, health, or education. Return to Top Comprehensive Examination Once the student has completed the coursework elements of the degree, they schedule the Comprehensive Examination. The primary mentor and a faculty member representing the minor field of study conduct both the written and oral components of the examination. The written portion is open book style with selected essay questions requiring creative responses that reach for the higher levels of cognition. Your answers are expected to draw from both the primary and secondary competencies of your program with proper referencing of the scholarly literature. The oral component of the examination is normally completed by telephone conference and is intended to allow detailed investigation of your written responses. Thesis Proposal Master's students are expected to prepare a formal proposal related to the concept for research under the direction of the primary mentor and following the guidelines provided by the University. Thesis Project Following approval of the thesis proposal, the student will begin the research project. The thesis may take the form of a traditional research project or it may be a major scholarly project of the type appropriate to the discipline. Whichever approach to the thesis is approved, the resulting project must demonstrate mastery of a body of knowledge in the major field of study, be the original work of the student and represent a meaningful contribution to the betterment of the human condition or an improvement of the professional field. The thesis research may be conducted via quantitative, qualitative, or participatory action research. The body of the thesis manuscript, structured according to a set of approved manuscript guidelines, should exceed 75 double spaced, typewritten pages. If the thesis takes the form of a major scholarly project, it must follow the guidelines provided by the University for such projects. Review of Thesis Once the students have prepared the thesis manuscript, they will be asked to schedule the formal review process. The primary mentor and a faculty member representing the secondary academic area will conduct the formal physical review of the thesis manuscript and the oral review of thesis. The physical review of the thesis manuscript usually takes the review committee four to six weeks. Each reviewer will prepare questions and commentary relative to the underlying review of the literature, the thesis methodology, the mechanics of your project, and the presentation of the findings, conclusions and recommendations. The oral examination is carried out by telephone conference call and is designed to allow detailed investigation of the thesis. The faculty reviewers explore issues related to the thesis including methodology, review of literature and interpretation of the findings. One outcome of the thesis review process is a set of final expectations directing the student through the remaining tasks for completing the thesis manuscript. Once the final manuscript is approved, the student will submit the formal document to an approved bindery and later ship the bound thesis to the University for permanent archival storage. Return to Top INTEGRAL HEALTH STUDIES PROGRAM Master of Science in Integral Health Studies Doctor of Philosophy in Integral Health Studies Doctorate by Dissertation Only MASTER OF SCIENCE IN INTEGRAL HEALTH STUDIES Students in the Master of Science in the Integral Healthcare Program will complete a minimum of 40 credits above the baccalaureate level including a thesis. The coursework requirements include the academic major, the academic minor, research preparation, the thesis project, and additional electives, as needed, to satisfy the minimum credit requirements. The requirements for the academic major, minor and research preparation coursework are defined by the primary mentor assigned to oversee the student’s program. Master's students complete a comprehensive examination at the conclusion of the academic coursework; they prepare a formal thesis proposal, complete the thesis project, and prepare the manuscript for faculty review. Master's students also complete an oral review of thesis at the conclusion of the physical manuscript review. Degree Requirements: Academic Major (Required: 18 credits) Academic Minor (Required: 9 credits) Research Preparation (Required: 3 credits) EXM 880: Comprehensive Examination (Required: 2 credits) RES 885: Thesis Proposal (Required: 2 credits) RES 890: Thesis Project (Required: 4 credits) EXM 895: Oral Review of Thesis (Required: 2 credits) The Academic Major Master's students in Integral Healthcare must complete 18 graduate credits in core coursework comprising an academic major. These are the foundational competencies in theories, principles, and practices, and the historical, philosophical, and social-cultural implications of the discipline. These courses represent the core competencies and essential elements, which define your field of study and establish the underlying foundations upon which you may base your advanced professional development. Required (the following 9 credits): CAM 504: Complementary and Alternative Medicine (3 credits) CAM 508: Integral Healthcare (3 credits) CAM 699: Research in Complementary Medicine (3 credits) PLUS 9 credits selected from the following courses: CAM 505 Medical Terminology (2 credits) [Required of all students lacking a background in health and medical sciences, experience with medical terminology or coursework in anatomy and physiology, pathology, and pharmacology] CAM 502: Optimal Health (3 credits) CAM 506: Theories, Principles, and Practices of Holistic Health (3 credits) CAM 510: The Embodied Mind (3 credits) CAM 512: Historical Perspectives on the Body (3 credits) CAM 513: Somatics in Multicultural Perspective (3 credits) CAM 522: Traditional Medicine (3 credits) CAM 523: Herbal Medicine (3 credits) CAM 524: Natural Medicine (3 credits) CAM 525: Touch Healing (3 credits) CAM 526: Directed Intentionality, Prayer and Distance Healing (3 credits) CAM 528: Nutritional and Dietary Healing (3 credits) CAM 529: Preventative Medicine (3 credits) CAM 530: Anatomy of Human Energy Systems(3 credits) CAM 533: Essentials of Qi Gong (3 credits) CAM 534: The Root of Chinese Qi Gong (3 credits) CAM 536: Healing Practices of China and the East (3 credits) CAM 540: Program Planning for Complementary and Alternative Healthcare (3 credits) CAM 541: Major Domains of Complementary and Alternative Healthcare & Research (3 credits) CAM 542: Ayurveda I (3 credits) CAM 543: Ayurveda II (3 credits) CAM 544: Ayurveda III (3 credits) CAM 546: Herbal Immune System Enhancement (3 credits) CAM 547: Herbal Internal Cleansing (3 credit) CAM 548 Homeopathic Medicine I: Materia Medica, Laws and Principles (3 credits) CAM 549 Homeopathic Medicine II: Repertory, Case Taking and Applied Practice (3 credits) CAM 551: Spiritual Health and Healing (3 credits) CAM 555: Shamanism (3 credits) CAM 559: Innovative and Unconventional Approaches to Psychotherapy (3 credits) CAM 560: Advances in Energy Medicine (3 credits) CAM 561: Mind Resonance Process (3 credits) CAM 577: Essentials of Energy Psychology (3 credits) CAM 578: Mind-Body Medicine I: Clinical Health Psychology (3 credits) CAM 579: Mind-Body Medicine II: Behavioral Medicine and Psychoneuroimmunology (3 credits) CAM 588: Global Citizenship Orientation, Psychological Elements of the Art and Science of Thinking with Nature (2 credits) CAM 751-759: Field Study in Complementary Medicine (3 credits) CAM 771-779: Directed Professional Studies in Complementary Medicine (3 credits) CAM 781-789: External Specialty Training in Complementary Medicine (3 credits) OR courses selected from the Center for Transpersonal and Consciousness Studies. The Academic Minor Master's students completing the degree by coursework, also complete coursework in an academic minor, comprising at least 9 credits. The primary mentor guides the student in the selection of this coursework. The academic minor may include additional studies in the major field or another appropriate field of study. The minor may be established within the Center for Transpersonal and Consciousness Studies or may be interdisciplinary in nature. Research Preparation Master's students must pursue studies providing advanced research knowledge necessary for success in their final projects (thesis or major project in lieu of thesis). At least three semester credits of research preparation coursework is required and this might focus upon quantitative and qualitative methods or participatory action research techniques, especially subject selection, research design, and statistical analysis, as appropriate to each student's proposed project. Through this requirement, students learn to effectively define applied problems or theoretical issues and articulate the rationale for the study. They should learn to present an effective scholarly review of the academic literature and implement quantitative, qualitative or participatory action methods for evaluating academic issues. Unless otherwise arranged with the senior faculty overseeing the Master's Program, students must complete: CAM 590 Qualitative Research for Complementary Medicine (3 credits) OR CAM 591: Research Basics for Evaluating CAM Therapies (3 credits) OR Another research preparation course selected from an appropriate field of study, such as psychology, health, or education. Return to Top Comprehensive Examination Once the student has completed the coursework elements of the degree, they schedule the Comprehensive Examination. The primary mentor and a faculty member representing the minor field of study conduct both the written and oral components of the examination. The written portion is open book style with selected essay questions requiring creative responses that reach for the higher levels of cognition. Your answers are expected to draw from both the primary and secondary competencies of your program with proper referencing of the scholarly literature. The oral component of the examination is normally completed by telephone conference and is intended to allow detailed investigation of your written responses. Thesis Proposal Master's students are expected to prepare a formal proposal related to the concept for research under the direction of the primary mentor and following the guidelines provided by the University. Thesis Project Following approval of the thesis proposal, the student will begin the research project. The thesis may take the form of a traditional research project or it may be a major scholarly project of the type appropriate to the discipline. Whichever approach to the thesis is approved, the resulting project must demonstrate mastery of a body of knowledge in the major field of study, be the original work of the student and represent a meaningful contribution to the betterment of the human condition or an improvement of the professional field. The thesis research may be conducted via quantitative, qualitative, or participatory action research. The body of the thesis manuscript, structured according to a set of approved manuscript guidelines, should exceed 75 double spaced, typewritten pages. If the thesis takes the form of a major scholarly project, it must follow the guidelines provided by the University for such projects. Review of Thesis Once the students have prepared the thesis manuscript, they will be asked to schedule the formal review process. The primary mentor and a faculty member representing the secondary academic area will conduct the formal physical review of the thesis manuscript and the oral review of thesis. The physical review of the thesis manuscript usually takes the review committee four to six weeks. Each reviewer will prepare questions and commentary relative to the underlying review of the literature, the thesis methodology, the mechanics of your project, and the presentation of the findings, conclusions and recommendations. The oral examination is carried out by telephone conference call and is designed to allow detailed investigation of the thesis. The faculty reviewers explore issues related to the thesis including methodology, review of literature and interpretation of the findings. One outcome of the thesis review process is a set of final expectations directing the student through the remaining tasks for completing the thesis manuscript. Once the final manuscript is approved, the student will submit the formal document to an approved bindery and later ship the bound thesis to the University for permanent archival storage. Return to Top DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN INTEGRAL HEALTH STUDIES Students in the Doctor of Philosophy in the Integral Healthcare Program will complete a minimum of 52 credits above the Master's level including a dissertation. The coursework requirements include the academic major, the academic minor, research preparation, the dissertation project, and additional electives, as needed, to satisfy the minimum credit requirements. The requirements for the academic major, minor and research preparation coursework are defined by the primary mentor assigned to oversee the student's program. Doctoral students complete a comprehensive examination at the conclusion of the academic coursework; they prepare a formal dissertation proposal, complete the dissertation project, and prepare the manuscript for faculty review. Doctoral students also complete an oral review of dissertation at the conclusion of the physical manuscript review. Degree Requirements: Academic Major (Required: 18 credits minimum) Academic Minor (Required: 12 credits minimum) Research Preparation (Required: 6 credits minimum) EXM 980: Comprehensive Examination (Required: 2 credits) RES 985: Dissertation Proposal (Required: 4 credits) RES 990: Dissertation Project (Required: 8 credits) EXM 995: Oral Review of Dissertation(Required: 2 credits) The Academic Major Doctoral students in the Integral Healthcare Program must complete 18 graduate credits in core coursework comprising an academic major. These are the foundational competencies in theories, principles, and practices, and the historical, philosophical, and social-cultural implications of the discipline. These courses represent the core competencies and essential elements, which define your field of study and establish the underlying foundations upon which you may base your advanced professional development. Required (the following 9 credits): CAM 504: Complementary and Alternative Medicine (3 credits) CAM 508: Integral Healthcare (3 credits) CAM 699: Research in Complementary Medicine (3 credits) PLUS 3 credits selected from among the following courses: CAM 509: Consciousness, Energy, and Indigenous Traditions in Psychotherapy (3 credits) CAM 513: Somatics in Multicultural Perspective (3 credits) CAM 526: Directed Intentionality, Prayer and Distance Healing (3 credits) PLUS 6 credits selected from the following courses: CAM 505 Medical Terminology (2 credits) [Required of all students lacking a background in health and medical sciences, experience with medical terminology or coursework in anatomy and physiology, pathology, and pharmacology] CAM 502: Optimal Health (3 credits) CAM 506: Theories, Principles, and Practices of Holistic Health (3 credits) CAM 510: The Embodied Mind (3 credits) CAM 512: Historical Perspectives on the Body (3 credits) CAM 513: Somatics in Multicultural Perspective (3 credits) CAM 522: Traditional Medicine (3 credits) CAM 523: Herbal Medicine (3 credits) CAM 524: Natural Medicine (3 credits) CAM 525: Touch Healing (3 credits) CAM 526: Directed Intentionality, Prayer and Distance Healing (3 credits) CAM 529: Preventative Medicine (3 credits) CAM 530: Anatomy of Human Energy Systems(3 credits) CAM 531: Nutritional and Dietary Healing (3 credits) CAM 533: Essentials of Qi Gong (3 credits) CAM 534: The Root of Chinese Qi Gong (3 credits) CAM 536: Healing Practices of China and the East (3 credits) CAM 540: Program Planning for Complementary and Alternative Healthcare (3 credits) CAM 541: Major Domains of Complementary and Alternative Healthcare & Research (3 credits) CAM 542: Ayurveda I (3 credits) CAM 543: Ayurveda II (3 credits) CAM 544: Ayurveda III (3 credits) CAM 546: Herbal Immune System Enhancement (3 credits) CAM 547: Herbal Internal Cleansing (3 credit) CAM 548 Homeopathic Medicine I: Materia Medica, Laws and Principles (3 credits) CAM 549 Homeopathic Medicine II: Repertory, Case Taking and Applied Practice (3 credits) CAM 551: Spiritual Health and Healing (3 credits) CAM 555: Shamanism (3 credits) CAM 559: Innovative and Unconventional Approaches to Psychotherapy (3 credits) CAM 560: Advances in Energy Medicine (3 credits) CAM 561: Mind Resonance Process (3 credits) CAM 577: Essentials of Energy Psychology (3 credits) CAM 578: Mind-Body Medicine I: Clinical Health Psychology (3 credits) CAM 579: Mind-Body Medicine II: Behavioral Medicine and Psychoneuroimmunology (3 credits) CAM 588: Global Citizenship Orientation, Psychological Elements of the Art and Science of Thinking with Nature (2 credits) CAM 751-759: Field Study in Complementary Medicine (3 credits) CAM 771-779: Directed Professional Studies in Complementary Medicine (3 credits) CAM 781-789: External Specialty Training in Complementary Medicine (3 credits) OR courses selected from the Center for Transpersonal and Consciousness Studies. Return to Top The Academic Minor Doctoral students completing the degree by coursework, also complete coursework comprising a 12 credit academic minor. The primary mentor guides the student in the selection of this coursework. The academic minor may include additional studies in the major field of CAM or another appropriate field of study. The minor may also be interdisciplinary in nature. Research Preparation Doctoral students must pursue studies providing advanced research knowledge necessary for success in their final projects (dissertation). At least six semester credits of research preparation coursework are required. This coursework might focus upon quantitative and qualitative methods or participatory action research techniques including subject selection, research design, and statistical analysis, as appropriate to each student’s proposed project. Through this requirement, students learn to effectively define applied problems or theoretical issues and articulate the rationale for the study. They should learn to present an effective scholarly review of the academic literature and implement quantitative, qualitative or participatory action methods for evaluating academic issues. Unless otherwise arranged with the senior faculty overseeing the Doctoral Program, students must complete a minimum of 6 semester credits in Research Preparation coursework: Required: CAM 590 Qualitative Research for Complementary Medicine (3 credits) AND/OR CAM 591: Research Basics for Evaluating CAM Therapies (3 credits) PLUS: Other research preparation courses, as directed by the senior faculty, to bring the total of research preparation coursework to a minimum of 6 credits. Courses may be selected from the fields of health, education and psychology. Return to Top Comprehensive Examination Once the student has completed the coursework elements of the degree, they will schedule the Comprehensive Examination. The primary mentor and a faculty member representing the secondary academic area conduct the written and oral components of the examination. The written portion is open book style with selected essay questions requiring creative responses that reach for the higher levels of cognition. Student responses are expected to draw from the academic competencies of the program with proper referencing of the scholarly literature. The oral component of the examination is normally completed by telephone conference and is intended to allow detailed investigation of your written responses. Dissertation Proposal Doctoral students are expected to prepare a formal proposal related to your concept for research under the direction of your primary mentor and following the guidelines provided by the University. Dissertation Project Following approval of the dissertation proposal, the student will begin the research project. The dissertation may take the form of a traditional research project or it may be a major scholarly project of the type appropriate to the discipline. Whichever approach to the dissertation is approved, the resulting project must demonstrate mastery of a body of knowledge in the major field of study, be the original work of the student and represent a meaningful contribution to the betterment of the human condition or an improvement to the professional field. The dissertation research may be conducted via quantitative, qualitative, or participatory action research. The body of the dissertation manuscript, structured according to a set of approved manuscript guidelines, should exceed 125 double spaced, typewritten pages. If the dissertation takes the form of a scholarly project, it must follow the guidelines provided by the University for such projects. Review of Dissertation Once the students have prepared the dissertation manuscript, they will be asked to schedule the formal review process. The primary mentor and two faculty members representing the secondary academic area and the field of research will conduct the formal physical review of the dissertation manuscript and the oral review of dissertation. The physical review of the manuscript usually takes the review committee four to six weeks. Each reviewer will prepare questions and commentary relative to your underlying review of the literature, the dissertation methodology, the mechanics of your project, and your presentation of the findings, conclusions and recommendations. The oral examination is carried out by telephone conference call and is designed to allow detailed investigation of the dissertation. The faculty reviewers explore the issues related to the dissertation including methodology, review of literature and interpretation of the findings. One outcome of the dissertation review process is a set of final expectations directing the student through the remaining tasks for completing the dissertation manuscript. Once the final manuscript is approved, the student will submit the formal document to an approved bindery and later arrange for the bound dissertation to be shipped to the University for permanent archival storage. Return to Top BEHAVIORAL NATUROPATHY Master of Science in Behavioral Naturopathy Doctorate by Dissertation Only Entry Requirements MASTER OF SCIENCE IN BEHAVIORAL NATUROPATHY Students in the Master of Science in the Behavioral Naturopathy Program will complete a minimum of 40 credits above the baccalaureate level including a thesis. The coursework requirements include the academic major, the academic minor, research preparation, the thesis project, and additional electives, as needed, to satisfy the minimum credit requirements. The requirements for the academic major, minor and research preparation coursework are defined by the primary mentor assigned to oversee the student’s program. Master's students complete a comprehensive examination at the conclusion of the academic coursework; they prepare a formal thesis proposal, complete the thesis project, and prepare the manuscript for faculty review. Master's students also complete an oral review of thesis at the conclusion of the physical manuscript review. Degree Requirements: Academic Major (Required: 18 credits) Academic Minor (Required: 9 credits) Research Preparation (Required: 3 credits) EXM 880: Comprehensive Examination (Required: 2 credits) RES 885: Thesis Proposal (Required: 2 credits) RES 890: Thesis Project (Required: 4 credits) EXM 895: Oral Review of Thesis (Required: 2 credits) The Academic Major Master's students in Behavioral Naturopathy must complete 18 graduate credits in core coursework comprising an academic major. These are the foundational competencies in theories, principles, and practices, and the historical, philosophical, and social-cultural implications of the discipline. These courses represent the core competencies and essential elements, which define your field of study and establish the underlying foundations upon which you may base your advanced professional development. Required (12 credits from among the following): CAM 503: Principles of Naturopathy (3 credits) CAM 507: Cross-cultural traditional Healing Practices in Counseling and Psychotherapy (3 credits) CAM 577: Essentials of Energy Psychology (3 credits) AND CAM 578: Mind-Body Medicine I: Clinical Health Psychology (3 credits) OR CAM 579: Mind-Body Medicine II: Behavioral Medicine and Psychoneuroimmunology (3 credits) PLUS (an additional 6 credit selected from among the following) CAM 505 Medical Terminology (2 credits) [Required of all students lacking a background in health and medical sciences, experience with medical terminology or coursework in anatomy and physiology, pathology, and pharmacology] CAM 502: Optimal Health (3 credits) CAM 504: Complementary and Alternative Medicine (3 credits) CAM 506: Theories, Principles, and Practices of Holistic Health (3 credits) CAM 508: Integral Healthcare (3 credits) CAM 510: The Embodied Mind (3 credits) CAM 512: Historical Perspectives on the Body (3 credits) CAM 513: Somatics in Multicultural Perspective (3 credits) CAM 522: Traditional Medicine (3 credits) CAM 523: Herbal Medicine (3 credits) CAM 524: Natural Medicine (3 credits) CAM 525: Touch Healing (3 credits) CAM 526: Directed Intentionality, Prayer and Distance Healing (3 credits) CAM 527: Therapy by Light – Biophotonic Fundamentals of Complementary Medicine (3 credits) CAM 528: Parapsychology and Transpersonal Psychology: A Synergetic Understanding of Human Becoming Medicine (3 credits) CAM 529: Preventative Medicine (3 credits) CAM 530: Anatomy of Human Energy Systems(3 credits) CAM 531: Nutritional and Dietary Healing (3 credits) CAM 533: Essentials of Qi Gong (3 credits) CAM 534: The Root of Chinese Qi Gong (3 credits) CAM 536: Healing Practices of China and the East (3 credits) CAM 540: Program Planning for Complementary and Alternative Healthcare (3 credits) CAM 541: Major Domains of Complementary and Alternative Healthcare & Research (3 credits) CAM 542: Ayurveda I (3 credits) CAM 543: Ayurveda II (3 credits) CAM 544: Ayurveda III (3 credits) CAM 546: Herbal Immune System Enhancement (3 credits) CAM 547: Herbal Internal Cleansing (3 credit) CAM 548 Homeopathic Medicine I: Materia Medica, Laws and Principles (3 credits) CAM 549 Homeopathic Medicine II: Repertory, Case Taking and Applied Practice (3 credits) CAM 551: Spiritual Health and Healing (3 credits) CAM 555: Shamanism (3 credits) CAM 559: Innovative and Unconventional Approaches to Psychotherapy (3 credits) CAM 560: Advances in Energy Medicine (3 credits) CAM 561: Mind Resonance Process (3 credits) CAM 578: Mind-Body Medicine I: Clinical Health Psychology (3 credits) CAM 579: Mind-Body Medicine II: Behavioral Medicine and Psychoneuroimmunology (3 credits) CAM 588: Global Citizenship Orientation, Psychological Elements of the Art and Science of Thinking with Nature (2 credits) CAM 699: Research in Complementary Medicine (3 credits) CAM 751-759: Field Study in Complementary Medicine (3 credits) CAM 771-779: Directed Professional Studies in Complementary Medicine (3 credits) CAM 781-789: External Specialty Training in Complementary Medicine (3 credits) OR courses selected from the Center for Transpersonal and Consciousness Studies. The Academic Minor Master's students completing the degree by coursework, also complete coursework in an academic minor, comprising at least 9 credits. The primary mentor guides the student in the selection of this coursework. The academic minor may include additional studies in the major field or another appropriate field of study. The minor may be established within the Center for Transpersonal and Consciousness Studies or may be interdisciplinary in nature. Research Preparation Master's students must pursue studies providing advanced research knowledge necessary for success in their final projects (thesis or major project in lieu of thesis). At least three semester credits of research preparation coursework is required and this might focus upon quantitative and qualitative methods or participatory action research techniques, especially subject selection, research design, and statistical analysis, as appropriate to each student's proposed project. Through this requirement, students learn to effectively define applied problems or theoretical issues and articulate the rationale for the study. They should learn to present an effective scholarly review of the academic literature and implement quantitative, qualitative or participatory action methods for evaluating academic issues. Unless otherwise arranged with the senior faculty overseeing the Master's Program, students must complete: CAM 590 Qualitative Research for Complementary Medicine (3 credits) OR Another research preparation course selected from an appropriate field of study, such as psychology, health, or education. Comprehensive Examination Once the student has completed the coursework elements of the degree, they schedule the Comprehensive Examination. The primary mentor and a faculty member representing the minor field of study conduct both the written and oral components of the examination. The written portion is open book style with selected essay questions requiring creative responses that reach for the higher levels of cognition. Your answers are expected to draw from both the primary and secondary competencies of your program with proper referencing of the scholarly literature. The oral component of the examination is normally completed by telephone conference and is intended to allow detailed investigation of your written responses. Thesis Proposal Master's students are expected to prepare a formal proposal related to the concept for research under the direction of the primary mentor and following the guidelines provided by the University. Thesis Project Following approval of the thesis proposal, the student will begin the research project. The thesis may take the form of a traditional research project or it may be a major scholarly project of the type appropriate to the discipline. Whichever approach to the thesis is approved, the resulting project must demonstrate mastery of a body of knowledge in the major field of study, be the original work of the student and represent a meaningful contribution to the betterment of the human condition or an improvement of the professional field. The thesis research may be conducted via quantitative, qualitative, or participatory action research. The body of the thesis manuscript, structured according to a set of approved manuscript guidelines, should exceed 75 double spaced, typewritten pages. If the thesis takes the form of a major scholarly project, it must follow the guidelines provided by the University for such projects. Review of Thesis Once the students have prepared the thesis manuscript, they will be asked to schedule the formal review process. The primary mentor and a faculty member representing the secondary academic area will conduct the formal physical review of the thesis manuscript and the oral review of thesis. The physical review of the thesis manuscript usually takes the review committee four to six weeks. Each reviewer will prepare questions and commentary relative to the underlying review of the literature, the thesis methodology, the mechanics of your project, and the presentation of the findings, conclusions and recommendations. The oral examination is carried out by telephone conference call and is designed to allow detailed investigation of the thesis. The faculty reviewers explore issues related to the thesis including methodology, review of literature and interpretation of the findings. One outcome of the thesis review process is a set of final expectations directing the student through the remaining tasks for completing the thesis manuscript. Once the final manuscript is approved, the student will submit the formal document to an approved bindery and later ship the bound thesis to the University for permanent archival storage. PROGRAM FACULTY Mary Jo Bulbrook, EdD, RN, C CSEM, SEM, CHTP/I Graduate Program Director Dr. Mary Jo Bulbrook is a medical intuitive and founder of Transform Your Life through Energy Medicine (TYLEM)™. It is based on her distinguished 20-year career as a university professor and clinical specialist in psychiatric mental health nursing. From 1974-84, she was a key figure in the development of world-renowned family therapist Virginia Satir’s teaching organization, Avanta Network. Drawing on their 12 years together, elements from Virginia’s teachings and philosophy were integrated with Dr. Bulbrook’s holistic nursing theory "Healing From Within and Without". Over the next decade, Dr. Bulbrook’s therapy training evolved into the "Energetic Healing" program. In 2004, the title of the program was changed to its’ current name, representing the growth and expansion from the original model. The work continues to advance today. Over the last three decades, Dr. Bulbrook has been a pioneer in the energy medicine field. She began teaching and practicing Therapeutic Touch and Touch for Health in the seventies, and moved to teaching her own energy material in the eighties. From 1990-2004, Dr. Bulbrook was active in the leadership of Healing Touch. She developed both HT and her own program in Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Peru, Ireland and Chile, as well as throughout the US and Canada. Mary Jo has collaborated with international healers such as Rosalyn Bruyere, Credo Mutwa (South African Sangoma), Bob Randall (Aborigine elder), and Rose Pere (Maori Tohuna). In 1989, Dr. Bulbrook was honored with the Canadian Holistic Nurse of the Year award. From this rich background, she was able to create a highly effective and easy to implement model of advanced psycho-spiritual treatment. Christopher K. Johannes, BA, MA, M.Ed. Ph.D., D.Sc. DHM, HD (R.Hom), D.Hom., NCC, LPC, RPP, MARH, TFT Dx. Integral Health Studies Program Director Dr. Johannes holds degrees in Liberal Arts (AGS), Psychology (AA, BA), Health Psychology (MA), Community College Education (MEd), and has earned a Doctorate in Holistic Health Sciences (Ph.D.). Dr. Johannes also holds a doctorate in Homeopathic Medicine (DHM), professional registration as a homeopathic doctor [H.D.(R.Hom.)], and an honorary doctorate in Complementary Medicine (D.Sc.). He also received post-graduate professional training in Counselling Psychology and is a National Board Certified Counselor (NCC), a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Registered Psychotherapist (MNCP), Registered Polarity Practitioner (RPP), Registered Homeopath (R.Hom., MARH), Certified Holistic Health Counselor (CHHC), Master Practitioner of Neurolinguistic Psychology (MNLP), Registered Complementary Healthcare Practitioner (MGCP), Internationally Certified Aromatherapist (ICA), Hypnotherapist (RHt), Thought Field Therapy Practitioner (TFT Dx), Certified EMDR Therapist (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and holds Arizona State Board Community College Teaching Certification in Psychology and Counseling. Dr. Johannes is a fellow of the British Institute of Homeopathy, a graduate of the Hahnemann Academy of North America (D.Hom.) and is a full member of other professional associations in the UK and USA. He served as a lecturer at Niigata Sangyo University, Nagaoka University of Technology, and Kansai Gaidai University in Japan, and was Visiting Lecturer in Psychology at the University of North London and adjunct faculty of the College of Homeopathy in London, England. He also developed and chaired the distance education programs at Greenwich University in Complementary Medicine and Psychology. Dr. Johannes' journal articles in Psychotherapy, Counseling Psychology, and Homeopathic Medicine have been published in UK, Japan and the United States. His private group practice in England and Japan have offered multimodal treatment services integrating homeopathic and behavioral medicine, polarity therapy, counseling and psychotherapy. James L. Oschman, Ph.D. Energy Medicine Jim Oschman is the award-winning author of Energy Medicine: the scientific basis, published in the Spring of 2000 by Churchill Livingston/Harcourt, Edinburgh. The book is giving the most ardent skeptics a logical and scientifically sound basis for a variety of complementary and alternative therapies. Recently, Elsevier Health Sciences published Jim's second book, Energy Medicine in Therapeutics and Human Performance. The research provides new insights into the ways the body can function in peak athletic and artistic performances and in profound therapeutic encounters. Jim lectures widely on the science behind a variety of complementary and alternative therapies. His research has led the useful insights that can help all therapists better understand and advance their work and explain it to others. Jim has both the academic credentials and the background in alternative therapies to carry out his explorations. He has degrees in Biophysics and Biology from the University of Pittsburg and has worked in major research labs around the world. His scientific papers have been published in the world's leading journals. To learn about the theories and practices underlying complementary methods, Jim has both taught and attended various classes around the world and experienced a wide range of bodywork techniques. He has also become involved in the development of cutting edge medical devices and other applications of the emerging concepts of energy medicine. Jim is a member of the Scientific Advisory Board for the National Foundation for Alternative Medicine, and is the recipient of the Foundation's Founders Award. He has also received a Distinguished Service Award from the Rolf Institute. Nick Arrizza, MD Nick Arrizza, MD is an Energy Psychiatrist, healer and founder of Arrizza Performance Coaching, Inc. He is the developer of the Mind Resonance Process TM (MRP), a tool that facilitates mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual healing. His research MRP has shown how it activates non-local or distance healing effects and how it facilitates rapid and simple release of large amounts of emotional trauma from one’s bio-field. Dr. Arrizza is conducting research with MRP to show how, by permanently releasing negative emotions, beliefs, and memories from the human thought field, any emotional and physical illnesses, and the aging process may be reversed. He is the author of numerous articles on MRP and his e-book titled Esteem for the Self: A Manual of Personal Transformation. Internationally, Dr. Arrizza trains therapists and alternative healers in MRP. He is also a sought after speaker. View Dr. Arrizza’s Website. Corina Güthlin, Dipl.Psych. Ms. Güthlin earned her psychology degree in 1995 and concluded her studies at the University of Eichstatt with a Diploma, a degree equivalent with the M.Sc. Since her graduation, she has worked in the field of evaluating complementary medicine. She completed a randomly controlled trial of massage therapy in pain patients. Over the course of the past eight years she has managed a study on the effectiveness of acupuncture and homeopathy in general practice. This study included 1000 practitioners and 5000 patients. She is currently in the very last phase of her Ph.D. thesis on methodological problems in quality of life measurement. Measurement issues and evaluative research have always been of great importance to Ms. Güthlin, complementing her increasing interest in CAM medicine as a patient centered approach. Ms. Güthlin served as a research assistant and research fellow with the Department of Rehabilitation Psychology at the University of Freiburg, Germany. She completed her internship with the Center for Research and Dissemination at York University, UK and is currently studying treatment of cancer patients with homeopathy through a controlled, multicentered, epidemiological cohort study with matched pairs. She is widely published in the fields of evaluation methodology and Complementary Medicine, completing more than twenty projects since 1997. Ms. Güthlin has also gained expertise in guiding students during the proposal and writing phases of her Diploma thesis and doctoral dissertation papers. Michael J. Cohen, Ed.D. Ecotherapy Daniel Eckstein, Ph.D. Behavioral Medicine, Health Education and Promotion Deryl Gulliford, Ph.D. Hospital Administration Vijay P Gupta, Ph.D., DFM, MBBS Applied Health Science and Toxicology Donald F. Logsdon, Jr., Ph.D. Life Science Claudine Jeanrenaud, Ph.D. Complementary Medicine Anthony R. Maranto, Ph.D. Environmental Health Lisa Mertz, Ph.D., LMT Mind-Body Healing, CAM, Energy Medicine Jim Morningstar Behavioral Medicine, Health Education and Promotion Rayapudi M. Rao, B.Pharm., M.Pharm., D.B.A., Ph.D. Applied Health Science Hemant D. Toshikhane, BAMS, MS (Ayu) Ayurveda, Complementary Medicine Prasanna Kerur, BAMS, MD (Ayu) Ayurveda, Complementary Medicine Arif Hussain Shah, Ph.D. Disease Prevention and Control Peggy A. Thayer, Ph.D. Complementary Medicine, Chinese Medicine, Ayurveda Arup B. Bhattacharya, BS(Biophysics), MA(Psychology), HMD, DHPh, HD(RHom), PGDGC, DSC Homeopathic Medicine Richard K. Tweneboah, Ph.D. Health Administration and Complementary Medicine COURSE DESCRIPTIONS CAM 500: Readings in Complementary Medicine (3 credits) Graduate students pursue detailed readings in the theories, principles and practices of complementary and Alternative Healthcare. Readings include energy medicine, somatic studies, and spiritual healing, behavioral and life style medicine, holistic health, integrative healthcare, complementary medicine, homeopathic medicine, ayurvedic medicine, Chinese medicine, and herbal medicine. Required of all Master's students in Complementary and Alternative Healthcare. CAM 501: Essentials of Energy Medicine (3 credits) This time intensive (reading, writing and applied practice) and experiential course (with external examination of applied components) provides a thorough survey and comprehensive overview of the field of Energy Medicine, including theory, research, developments, applied practice and methods of self-care and treatment. This is a very time intensive course surveys the core knowledge and skills required of Energy Medicine professionals and is required of all Energy Medicine students (prerequisite for other EMD courses). The course will provide the student with core references and resources (and links to these) for the remainder of their studies. If the student has many professional commitments, it is recommended that no more than one additional course be taken while taking this course. Prerequisite: Graduate standing, acceptance into a Complementary, Energy or Behavioral Medicine program. CAM 502: Optimal Health (3 credits) This course is structured from the premise that most diseases encountered are really failures of our "doctor within". A breakdown of our natural defenses is caused when signals are ignored from our body that would enable us to halt an unhealthy process, and the balance between our mind, body, and spirit is disturbed. Many emotional and mental illnesses result from the same ignoring of warning signals. This course focuses on the implications of an integral Health approach to the well being of the person on all levels-the physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual. This includes processes of healing in the broadest sense-nurturing, organizing, growing, and inspiring. This brings about movement not only towards optimal Health but finding the balance between the body, mind and spirit that transforms lifestyles. From the perspective of optimal Health, the student will be able to empower others more effectively when he/she can experience personally the change in their own lifestyles. CAM 503: Principles of Naturopathy (3 credits) This course provides a thorough, integrated and comprehensive survey of the theories, principles, and clinical applications of Naturopathy, particularly as applied to mind-body and behavioral health. This is a core required course of the Behavioral Naturopathy program, providing the foundational grounding necessary for advanced studies to follow. Prerequisite: Graduate standing, acceptance into a Complementary Medicine, Energy Medicine, Mind-Body Healing, Integral Health Studies, or Behavioral Naturopathy program. CAM 504: Complementary and Alternative Medicine (3 credits) This course provides a thorough, comprehensive and up-to date survey of the theories, principles, practices of Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM), examining history, theory, principles, scope, research, key players and resources, applied practice/clinical methodologies, the basic economic, institutional and policy developments relevant to CAM, and ramifications for the evolving shape of a mainstream integral – integrative medicine. This is one of the required core courses in the Complementary Medicine generalist program and provides the fundamental grounding in CAM philosophies and practice to contextualize subsequent studies. As it is a core course, it is demanding and time intensive; the learner is advised to exercise prudence if planning to take more than one additional course concurrently. [Instructor: To be assigned] CAM 505: Medical Terminology (2 credits) This course leads to basic mastery of medical terminology, which is expected of all EMD and CAM students, and reviews the very basics of anatomy and physiology. The course is required of all CAM and EMD students not having a background in health and medical sciences, experience with medical terminology or coursework in anatomy and physiology, pathology, and pharmacology. CAM 506: Theories, Principles, and Practices of Holistic Health (3 credits) This course is designed to give an overview of the field of Holistic Health and Healing, emphasizing the multi-cultural heritage and the principles and practices those cultures have developed for thousands of centuries. The mind-body-spirit nature of this field is the focus. Additionally, the transformational dimension will deal with optimal life style. [Instructor: To be assigned] CAM 507: Cross-cultural Traditional Healing Practices in Counseling and Psychotherapy (3 credits) This course surveys several of the world's major traditional and healing systems as applied to mental and behavioral health, including historical, spirituo-religious and traditional cross-cultural healing principles and practices for mental health and hygiene. Issues pertinent to integrating traditional healing into mainstream behavioral healthcare are also examined. This is a core-required course of the Behavioral Naturopathy program. Prerequisite: Graduate standing, acceptance into a Complementary Medicine, Energy Medicine, Mind-Body Healing, Integral Health Studies, or Behavioral Naturopathy program. The student must have completed a course in Introductory Psychology AND an introductory course in Theories of Counseling and Psychotherapy. CAM 508: Integral Healthcare (3 credits) This course provides a thorough, comprehensive and up-to date survey of the emerging field of Integral Medicine and practices in Mind-Body Healing, examining history, development, theory, principles, scope, research, key players and resources, applied methods transformational practice. This is flagship course of the three required core courses in the Integral Health Studies program, and is essential for placing your chosen studies and profession (the applied field) in context and perspective. Prerequisite: Graduate standing, acceptance into a Complementary Medicine, Energy Medicine, Mind-Body Healing or Integral Health Studies program. CAM 510: The Embodied Mind (3 credits) Where is the mind located? Ida Rolf taught that memories are in our muscles, and Candace Pert has found emotions in our bodies' neuropeptides. Ordinarily, the dominant paradigm regards the immune system as a scientific construct that seems distant from our felt experience, as something that cannot be sensed. Somatic therapists know that one way into the immune system is through the contents of the subconscious mind via bodywork. This course considers interaction among experience, memory, imagery, and the body. The course looks at foundational works for Somatic Studies, including the work of Reich, Feldenkrais, Alexander, Grindler, and Selver. The student will be invited to survey these writers and compose short essays on their work. Then the student will choose one theorist to study in depth to write a final 15-page paper for the course. Is the body experienced as a machine, as spirit made flesh, as manifestation of mind? With anatomy as ground, this course surveys the spectrum of experience and the meaning of image. Required reading includes Gorman's Moving Anatomy. Essays and a final 15-page paper will be required. CAM 512: Historical Perspectives on the Body (3 credits) Just as concepts of the body vary across culture, they also vary across time. Drawing from an array of readings from medical treatises to the writings of mystics to erotica, this course considers the construction of the human form from the Renaissance to the twentieth century. Essays and a final 10-page paper will be required. [Instructor: To be assigned] CAM 513: Somatics in Multicultural Perspective (3 credits) Whereas the dominant view of the body in European American culture is an egocentric view - individualistic and self-contained - other cultures experience the body as sociocentric - interdependent and permeable. Includes an investigation into contemporary theories of bodywork such as the works of Ilana Rubenfeld and Don Hanlon Johnson. This course provides an overview of cultural experiences of the indigenous body and its relationship to the spirit, and in this context, surveys healing methods such as soul retrieval, spirit extraction, exorcism, and community rituals. An annotated bibliography and a final 15-page paper will be required. This course considers five-element theory, meridians, and the concept of Chi, Buddhist meditation, and kundalini yoga. The course also focuses on the work of the Japanese scholar Yasuo Yuasa who shows that Eastern philosophy views mind-body unity as a state to be acquired. He examines mind-body relations on a spectrum from dissociation to integration. Essays and a final 15-page paper will be required. CAM 522: Traditional Medicine (3 credits) Traditional medicine is the study of the medicines and treatments available and in use before the onset of what is presently called medical science. The student will be free to explore available literature and select those topics that the student feels of interest. CAM 523: Herbal Medicine (3 credits) Herbal medicine is the study of medicines derived form natural sources such as herbal teas and other concoctions that were in use in the past as well as in the future. Many of these medicines have found their way into modern medicine and they or a synthetic form of their potent drugs are in use today. This course allows the student to develop an understanding of the usefulness as well as the dangers of herbal medicines. CAM 524: Natural Medicine (3 credits) Natural medicine is the study of medicines in use or used in the past that nature provides without synthesizing the potent ingredients. This study covers a vast array to include tribal forms of medicine that are still practiced in some parts of this world. The students will be allowed to develop their own course of study for this course. CAM 525: Touch Healing (3 credits) Touch Healing has found its way into many practices. From the religious ceremonies that are performed in some churches to nurses practicing the healing art in an operating room, this practice and its practical value are far from understood. What does science offer us with respect to touch healing? This course allows the student the freedom to explore this subject without prejudices. CAM 526: Directed Intentionality, Prayer and Distance Healing (3 credits) This course critically examines the practises, evidence base, and implications of healing through applications of consciousness, intentionality, and prayer. CAM 527: Therapy by Light – Biophotonic Fundamentals of Complementary Medicine (3 credits) The course, based in theoretical readings, PPS, video materials, scientific movies, books and articles, applied practices is theoretical, foundational, explanatory and applicative. The course is theoretically, because – from the inter- and transdisciplinary perspective of biophotonics, the emergent new science (biology + theory / technology of “lasers type” emission of bioluminescence generated by living systems) – it proposes an original and integrative model of human structure and functionality (by connecting the spiritualism and materialism, the traditional and modern therapeutic practices, the oriental and occidental medical principles, etc.). The course is explanatory, in that it proposes an energo-informational understanding of human health and illness states, using the original contributions of biophotonics, able to clarify the synergy of BEMPh (biochemical, electrical, magnetic, photonic) mechanisms of the complementary and allopathic therapies, starting from natural herbs remedies or homeopathy to laser therapy, putting into evidence the “bio-lasers” curative effects. The course is practical, in that it proposes a coherent path of human being integration into a harmonic relationship with self and his/her fellow, with cosmos and divinity, by practicing an assembly of simple but efficient techniques for body, soul and mind harmonization, by using the energo-information resources of the “complex light”. [Author and Instructor: Dr. Traian D. Stanciulescu] CAM 528: Parapsychology and Transpersonal Psychology: A Synergetic Understanding of Human Becoming Medicine (3 credits) The course – based in theoretical readings, PPS, video materials, scientific movies, books and articles, applied practices – is an integrative one, explanatory and applicative too. From the inter- and trans-disciplinary perspective of the (BIO)PHOTONICS – the emergent new science of the “COMPLEX LIGHT” generated by all the systems of the world – the course is connecting onto-logical and gnoseo-logical opposites such as: invisible and visible, spiritualism and materialism, wave and corpuscle, information-field and substance-energy, micro- and macro-cosmos and human being, on the one hand, intuition and rationality, tradition and modernity, metaphysics and physics, sacred and profane, parapsychology and psychology, transpersonal and personal, on the other hand. The course is explanatory, because it is able to make understandable the dual structure of the human being (body-soul and mind-spirit, visible and invisible), and to rationally clarify his / her paranormal (para-physical or para-psychical) “horizontal connections” (such as astrology and radiesthesy, telepathy and telekinesy, transmutation and inedia, levitation and communion by love) and “vertical connections” (such as reincarnation and transpersonal regression, near death experiment and spiritist connections, the resonance with “lightly hierarchies). The applicative value of the course consists in that it proposes a strategy for optimizing human destiny by future practices such as the “Great Inversion”, technologically stimulated, until the harmonization of the human destiny by the power of a “free arbiter”, spiritually sustained. [Author and Instructor: Dr. Traian D. Stanciulescu] CAM 529: Preventative Medicine (3 credits) In China a patient used to pay the doctor as long as the patient remained in good Health. When the patient got sick, he stopped paying the doctor. What are we doing in our medical systems about preventative medicine? Many insurers will reimburse you for expenses when you get sick, but not cover preventative measures. What do we understand about how to prevent illnesses? This course enables the interested student to explore this area. CAM 531: Nutritional and Dietary Healing (3 credits) Healing through diet is in common practice. Medical physicians practice some form of dietary healing especially with patients suffering from cardiac problems, but there is an entire school of thought about how proper diets not only can prevent illnesses, but reverse their course. There is much scientific evidence to support dietary healing, but what is really known about how and why some diets are preferable to others. This course will enable the student to pursue research in this subject. CAM 533: Essentials of Qi Gong (3 credits) Students are introduced to standing techniques, breathing and relaxing techniques, internal movement, healing techniques, internal and external exercises, Qi meditation, the healer within, and healing energy in everyday life. CAM 534: The Root of Chinese Qi Gong (3 credits) A more in-depth course on Qi Gong including: Qi Gong history, concepts of Qi Gong, categories of Qi Gong, regulating (the body, breathing, Qi, emotional mind, essence, spirit), the 12 primary Qi channels, spiritual Qi Gong, Taoist self-realization, Chinese principles and theory of Chi Gung, the three regulations, mental, physical, and emotional training, and advanced Chi Gung. The course also includes the work of Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming. CAM 536: Healing Practises of China and the East (3 credits) This course provides insight into Chinese healing techniques, medicine, and meditation and Tao philosophy. Emphasis is on preventive medicine and Health in daily life. The course also deals with the roots of Health and healing, energy medicine, proper exercise, food and herbs. CAM 540: Program Planning for Complementary and Alternative Healthcare (3 credits) Students who wish to pursue a concentration in the field of Complementary and Alternative Healthcare would benefit from strategically planning their program so that it follows guidelines that can enhance their integrity as a CAM Healthcare professional. This course aims to support the nontraditional course work that is necessary for a CAM concentration with professional standards that have been set forth by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM), as well as the core curriculum that serves the Allied Health professions and the U.S. Surgeon General toward acquiring licensing in many branches of the Health careers. With this, the overall program plan is tailored to meet the student s interests and needs. CAM 541: Major Domains of Complementary and Alternative Healthcare& Research (3 credits) Many professions, innovative programs and research initiatives are funded by Grants. In 1991, the National Institutes of Health established the Office of Alternative Medicine (OAM) to explore unconventional medical practices. The OAM has since been transformed into the NCCAM. Today the NCCAM has established major domains of practice in Complementary Alternative Medicine (CAM). This course aims to familiarize students with the standards that are unfolding in the U.S. national effort to integrate CAM into it s present medical system and to include the understanding necessary to do research, and get funding for research in this area of study. CAM 542: Ayurveda I (3 credits) Ayurveda is India s traditional system of medicine. Ayurvedic medicine is a comprehensive system of medicine that places equal emphasis on mind, body, and spirit, and strives to create or restore the innate harmony of the individual. This course provides the opportunity for students to investigate, in depth, the principles of ayurveda, from it s spiritual and cosmological background, to the full spectrum of ayurvedic anatomy and physiology including the biological humors (doshas), tissues (dhatus), systems (srtoas), organs and waste materials of the body. CAM 543: Ayurveda II (3 credits) Beyond studies undertaken in AYURVEDA I, this course provides the opportunity for students to investigate, in depth, the principles of Ayurvedic constitutional analysis and the examination of disease, as it applies to Ayurvedic theory from physical to mental diagnosis. The diagnostic methods of pulse, tongue and abdomen, questioning and observation, including psychological factors, are covered. Prerequisite: Ayurveda I. CAM 544: Ayurveda III (3 credits) Beyond studies undertaken in AYURVEDA I & II, this course provides the opportunity for students to investigate, in depth, the therapeutic methods of Ayurveda including dietary therapy, herbal therapy, Ayurvedic therapeutic approaches such as pancha karma, and the subtle healing modalities of aroma therapy, color therapy, mantra and healing sounds. Prerequisites: Ayurveda I and II. CAM 546: Herbal Immune System Enhancement (3 credits) This course provides students with a basic understanding of the immune system and focuses on how herbal interventions have been used to enhance immune responses in humans. In addition to special topics initiated by the learner, in this study we examine treatment for specific ailments and acute and chronic conditions including cancer, arthritis, asthma, diabetes, and heart disease. CAM 547: Herbal Internal Cleansing (3 credit) Disorders in the process of converting food into living cells can make the difference between merely surviving or living with vitality. For this reason, internal cleansing is the primary step of many Health maintenance or healing modalities. This course provides students with a basic understanding of the human digestive system and focuses on understanding the traditional and natural methods of internal cleansing. CAM 548 Homeopathic Medicine I: Materia Medica, Laws and Principles (3 credits) Homeopathic medicine is an unconventional Western system that is based on the principle that "like cures like." This course serves the purpose of offering an overview of homeopathy and covers its origins, its basic principles, the use of various homeopathic remedies, including compatibility with other therapies. This course offers a comprehensive overview of the science, theory, applied principles and practices of homeopathy. CAM 549 Homeopathic Medicine II: Repertory, Case Taking and Applied Practice (3 credits) Homeopathic medicine is an unconventional Western system that is based on the principle that "like cures like." This course serves the purpose of offering an overview of homeopathy and covers it s origins, it s basic principles, the use of various homeopathic remedies, including compatibility with other therapies. This is a second course offering a continuation of the comprehensive overview of the science, theory, applied principles and practices of homeopathy. CAM 551: Spiritual Health and Healing (3 credits) The objective of this course is to provide students with the opportunity to explore the relationship between spirituality, Health, and healing given perspectives from world religions. This course focuses on the physiological, neurological, and psychological effects of healing resulting from spirituality. In addition to topics of interest initiated by the learner, the topics explored in this study include; African, Buddhist, Jewish, Catholic, Islamic, Hispanic-Pentecostal, Christian Science, Nursing, Intercessory Prayer, Neurobiological aspects related to the placebo-effect, and the power of belief. CAM 555: Shamanism (3 credits) This course offers readings and experiences in the practice of shamanism. Journal entries, an annotated bibliography, and a final 10-page paper will be required. CAM 559: Innovative and Unconventional Approaches to Psychotherapy (3 credits) Many clinicians find it useful to have a collection of psychotherapeutic techniques available to them when working with individuals and groups. This course serves the purposes of offering an overview various innovative forms of counseling and psychotherapy and provides the opportunity to investigate any of them in depth. In addition to topics of interest initiated by the learner, the topics explored in this study include; ego-state therapies, archetypal psychotherapy, Taoism and counseling, transcendental counseling, psychodrama, feminist therapy, hakomi therapy, and meditative states of therapy. CAM 560: Advances in Energy Medicine (3 credits) This course examines the history, paradigms and foundational assumptions of medical sciences and practices as they relate to research, practice and current developments in Energy Medicine. The evidence base of Energy Medicine is charted and discussed both from a historical perspective and the current state of the art in science and applied practice. A critical review of implications and future directions will round out the study. CAM 561: Mind Resonance Process (3 credits) The Mind Resonance Process(TM) (MRP) is a unique and powerful new approach to Energy Medicine that accesses the Power of Love from the Heart Energy Field to effect not only emotional and physical healing but to reconnect to the blissful experience of one's Divine Self. MRP's applicability is immense; from deep personal healing, to distance healing, to spiritual renewal, and ultimately to global healing. This course will offer an opportunity to learn and apply the MRP process, recording it's transformative and healing efficacy, and provide the learner with an opportunity to embark on publishable research in this new and exciting field of Energy Medicine. CAM 577: Essentials of Energy Psychology (3 credits) This course provides a state of the art introduction and comprehensive overview of the field of Energy Psychology research, theory and practice based on Dr. David Feinstein’s award winning Energy Psychology Interactive. The course emphasizes a directly experiential and applied approach to learning, such that the concepts and methods of Energy Psychology can readily be integrated into clinical practice for health and wellness professionals working with psychological issues. CAM 578: Mind-Body Medicine I: Clinical Health Psychology (3 credits) This class provides a practical and empirically focused study of the applied practice and methods of clinical health psychology in a variety of medical conditions and health concerns. The course will deal with research and clinically based methods that support and guide best practices for integrating psychological principles into healthcare practice. Prerequisite: An introductory course in Health Psychology, or permission of the instructor. CAM 579: Mind-Body Medicine II: Behavioral Medicine and Psychoneuroimmunology (3 credits) This course provides a practical survey of theories, practices and methods of Behavioral Medicine and the research developments in Psychoneuroimmunology and Behavioral Medicine that inform them. Prerequisite: An introductory course in Health Psychology, or permission of the instructor. CAM 580: Mind-Body Medicine III: Integral Healthcare(3 credits) The course provides a comprehensive introductory overview of the theories, principles, research, science, clinical and therapeutic methods of the growing mainstream models of Integral and Holistic Medicine in contemporary healthcare. CAM 588: Global Citizenship Orientation, Psychological Elements of the Art and Science of Thinking with Nature (2 credits) Discover how our excessive separation from nature stresses our sensuous inner nature and initiates our personal and global troubles. Students learn to reverse this destructive process by mastering thoughtful sensory nature reconnecting activities that dissolve stress. They satisfy our deepest natural loves, wants, and spirit by genuinely reconnecting them with our sensory origins in nature, backyard or backcountry. Learn lasting leadership, education, counseling, and mental health skills that feelingly tap the "higher power" wisdom of Earth's creation process. The email and telephone contacts of the course enable students to let nature help them nurture warm interpersonal relationships, wellness, and responsibility on personal and global levels. Students relate the course methods and materials to their fields of interest in order to integrate these areas with the global ecosystem. CAM 590 Qualitative Research for Complementary Medicine (3 credits) This survey course offers an in-depth study of qualitative research methods. Participants survey historical and theoretical foundations of qualitative research, explore major qualitative research strategies, and build an understanding of the art and science of collecting, analyzing, and interpreting qualitative materials. The course provides background on applied qualitative research, the politics and ethics of qualitative inquiry, and the major paradigms that inform and influence qualitative research. CAM 600: Readings in Complementary Medicine ( credits) Doctoral students pursue detailed readings in the theories, principles and practices of complementary medicine. Readings include energy medicine, somatic studies, and spiritual healing, behavioral and life style medicine, holistic Health, integrative Healthcare, complementary medicine, homeopathic medicine, Ayurvedic medicine, Chinese medicine, and herbal medicine. This course is required of doctoral students. Required of all doctoral students in Complementary and Alternative Healthcare. CAM 601: Essentials of Energy Medicine (3 credits) This time intensive (reading, writing and applied practice) and experiential course (with external examination of applied components) provides a thorough survey and comprehensive overview of the field of Energy Medicine, including theory, research, developments, applied practice and methods of self-care and treatment. This is a very time intensive course surveys the core knowledge and skills required of Energy Medicine professionals and is required of all Energy Medicine students (prerequisite for other EMD courses). The course will provide the student with core references and resources (and links to these) for the remainder of their studies. If the student has many professional commitments, it is recommended that no more than one additional course be taken while taking this course. Prerequisite: Graduate standing, acceptance into a Complementary, Energy or Behavioral Medicine program. CAM 699: Research in Complementary Medicine (3 credits) This course provides a comprehensive overview of research issues unique to Complementary Medicine (CAM) research, with emphasis on factors that need to be considered in assessing and planning CAM research. Methods of future research in CAM will be considered. Prerequisite: Graduate standing, Introductory Research Methods Course (Quantitative/Qualitative), Introductory Statistics Course. CAM 751-759: Field Study in Complementary Medicine (3 credits) Within the professional environment and through close contact with practitioners and "real world" situations, the Field Study (as a supervised practicum, apprenticeship, professional practice, advanced field study or other external exploration under the direction of program faculty and an approved field site sponsor) offers students 'real world experience' and applied field investigation skills into a core aspect of Complementary Medicine. Student participation should cover a minimum of 50 hours of field contact with the subject matter for each credit awarded. The field placement is expected to afford students appropriate practical hands-on experience and in-depth knowledge of their professions. Students opting for certification training should take should take CAM-DIR 781-789: External Specialty Training in Complementary Medicine. CAM 771-779: Directed Professional Studies in Complementary Medicine (3 credits) This course provides students with opportunities for directed study covering advanced aspects of the discipline. Students study under the mentorship of qualified faculty assigned to guide the advanced reading course. In collaboration with the instructor, students select and pursue exhaustive advanced readings (e.g. extensive literature review) in the study of a carefully defined aspect of the discipline. An objective of the course is to allow students to make a valuable contribution to the body of knowledge in this field through completion of a scholarly paper suitable for publication (e.g. critical analysis, speculative theory, review article). A goal of this course is undertake meaningful, contextually relevant, focused and throughout analysis of a particular area of theoretical and/or clinical importance. CAM 781-789: External Specialty Training in Complementary Medicine (3 credits) Students pursue special "external" training (e.g. via an approved CAM training course offered at another accredited and approved institution) in a CAM, EMD, or MBH area. An example would be brief professional courses (often for entry-level or continuing professional development and education certification) in Polarity Therapy, Thought Field Therapy, Aromatherapy, Acupressure, Hypnotherapy, Reflexology or Reiki under the collaborative supervision of qualified faculty and training sponsors, as appropriate. This course option is intended to allow students to add significantly to their advanced knowledge in the discipline through applied practical training under the leadership of qualified individuals and organizations. Students begin the course with the preparation of a brief training proposal and identification of selective readings in support of the approved training. Training projects result in the attainment of a completion certificate or letter of affidavit from the trainer or training organization. Training may also take the form of an on-the-job training, on-site internship, an apprenticeship or other formal or semi-formal training activity including professionally presented seminars, conferences, workshops, symposia and retreats. Return to Top CAM RESEARCH AND PROFESSIONAL SOCIETIES Similima International Society for Complementary Medicine Research National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine Prince of Wale's Foundation for Integrated Health Deconstructing the evidence-based discourse in health sciences An extensive site on Homeopathic Medical Education and Research developed by postgraduate Homeopaths. Articles are published online from teachers, doctors and students. Akamai was admitted to the Similima website on 8 June 2004. Similima Website Similima Email The International Society for Complementary Medicine Research is a worldwide not-for-profit professional association devoted to fostering co-operative and multidisciplinary research and development as well as the application of knowledge in the fields of Complementary, Traditional and Integrated Medicine. National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine The NCCAM is one of the twenty-seven institutes and centers that make up the National Institutes of Health. NCCAM is dedicated to exploring complementary and alternative healing practices in the context of rigorous science, training complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) researchers, and disseminating authoritative information to the public and professionals. Prince of Wale's Foundation for Integrated Health The Foundation for Integrated Health makes information about integrated healthcare available to patients, practitioners, press and the public through their website, quarterly newsletters, publications, news releases and seminars. The Foundation is encouraging the complementary healthcare professions to develop and maintain statutory or voluntary systems of self-regulation. Return to Top CAM ONLINE JOURNALS AND RESEARCH DATABASES HolisticHealth.Com JAIM eCAM PLoS Biology PLoS Medicine BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine Omics and Variable Responses to CAM Diet Study Results Garlic Study Results HolisticDirect.Com Natural Health Portal This site is a one stop resource for Alternative Medicine and Natural Health.. the site offers practitioner and educational directories, as well as information on events including conferences, seminars, & retreats. They maintain an article database for holistic and natural health professionals to share their ideas with the public. Their forums allow people to discuss a wide range of topics and network with colleagues, potential clients, and like-minded people. They also offer users the ability to search for books, magazines, DVDs, recipes, and stores that offer content related to healthy living. Complementary and Alternative Medicine Journals Complementary & Alternative Medicine Databases Journal of Accord Integrative Medicine (JAIM) The mission of Journal of Accord Integrative Medicine is to integrate acupuncture, Chinese medicine, qigong, parapsychology and western medicine, with current scientific, theories, technologies and methods to imply for classic, current and future medicine. All current issues, theories, viewpoints, historical reviews, book reviews, basic research, and clinical research regarding to the biophysics, clinical bio-scientific implications, modern science, and western medicine with acupuncture, Chinese medicine, qigong and parapsychology all are welcome to contribute. For more information, please visit the Journal’s Website eCAM Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine (eCAM) is an international, peer-reviewed journal that seeks to understand the sources and to encourage rigorous research in this new, yet ancient world of complementary and alternative medicine. For more information, please visit the Journal’s Website PLoS Biology PLoS Biology is a peer-reviewed, open-access journal published by the Public Library of Science (PLoS), a non-profit organization committed to making scientific and medical literature a public resource. PLoS Biology is ranked in the top-tier of life science journals by The Institute for Scientific Information (ISI), with an impact factor of 14.7. For more information, please visit the Journal’s Website PLoS Medicine PLoS Medicine believes that medical research is an international public resource. The journal provides an open-access venue for important, peer-reviewed advances in all disciplines. With the ultimate aim of improving human health, we encourage research and comment that address the global burden of disease. For more information, please visit the Journal’s Website BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine is an open access journal publishing original peer-reviewed research articles in complementary and alternative healthcare interventions, with a specific emphasis on those that elucidate biological mechanisms of action. BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine (ISSN 1472-6882) is indexed/tracked/covered by PubMed, MEDLINE, CAS, Scopus, EMBASE and Google Scholar. For more information, please visit the Journal’s Website New CAM Research Concept: Omics and Variable Responses to CAM: Secondary Analysis of CAM Clinical Trials This initiative is intended to leverage NCCAM's investment in ongoing and completed clinical trials through examination of differences in genomics, proteomics, and metabolomics that may be responsible for variations in individual responses to CAM interventions. The concept was approved at the February 2, 2007 meeting of the NCCAM Advisory Council Meeting and will be developed into a future funding opportunity. For more information, please visit the Research Website Diet Study Results The very low carbohydrate diet known as the Atkins diet may contribute to greater weight loss than higher carbohydrate plans without negative effects such as increased cholesterol. For more information, please visit the Diet Study Results Website Garlic Study Results A study from Stanford University casts doubt on the effectiveness of garlic to lower LDL (low density lipoprotein) cholesterol levels in adults with moderately high cholesterol. For more information, please visit the Garlic Study Results Website CAM WEBSITES Complementary and Alternative Medicine Specialist Library Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine (eCAM) BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine Complementary Therapies in Medicine The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine Focus on Alternative and Complementary Therapies Research in Complementary and Classical Natural Medicine Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice CAM ANNOUNCEMENTS Euricam News As well as trying to get CAM into FP7, Euricam has been in contact with a number of CAM professionals in Europe, EFCAM, EPHA, ECHAMP, most of which were present in Brussels. They have a new idea to promote a CAM Visibility project to enhance public awareness, giving them another lobbying instrument at hand. Please download the following letter and questionnaire for further details. Invitation to join the CAM VISIBILITY PROJECT Questionnaire for CAM VISIBILITY PROJECT Integrative Health Newsletter from Natural Standard Natural Standard provides a free monthly e-newsletter covering news and events on herbs, supplements, exercise, nutrition, complementary and alternative medicine modalities, practices, and policy. Access Natural Standard Newsletters Online The Thieme Almanac 2007 The Thieme Almanac provides access to information and resources on topics in the international field of acupuncture and Chinese Medicine. It includes a wide range of information such as clinical articles, historical tidbits, research findings, an international survey of educational programs, listings of societies and organizations, and laws and regulations related to the field. The aim of the Almanac is to offer a voice for the field of acupuncture and Chinese Medicine and to develop greater cooperation and communication among its diverse parts. The Almanac seeks to become the resource of choice for practitioners, educators, interns, and students of acupuncture and Chinese Medicine. For more information, visit Thieme Almanac Website World Academy of Biomedical Technologies (WABT) WABT's objective is to create a forum where scientists, engineers, doctors and industrial leaders etc. can exchange views in a cooperative manner to assist in discoveries and transfer of information in the field of biomedical technologies, for the benefit of mankind. While we are aware that this particular website is not either research based or directly related to Complementary Medical research, we thought that as members you might be interested in it. It's a UN based website that is promoting environmentally sound policies. For more information, visit World Academy Website UPCOMING EVENTS IN CAM CAM Call for Abstracts CAM Conference Announcements CAM CALL FOR ABSTRACTS 5th Developing Research Strategies in CAM Research Conference held in collaboration with the Southampton Complementary Medicine Research Unit March 30th, 2007 University of Northampton, UK This conference is a continuation of the 1st Developing Research Strategies meeting, held in 2002 at Southampton University. It is again aimed at individuals and research groups who are interested in the development of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) research. We will be inviting all the higher educational institutions that have expressed interest in CAM research. Along with formal presentations we would like to invite all presentations from those with completed research projects or researchers who simply wish to present a proposal for discussion. We plan to provide adequate time for discussion of each of these submitted presentations. The numbers that attend the Conference will be limited to 50 in order to facilitate discussion. A few rooms have been reserved in the Sunley Management Centre on the University Campus, where the meeting will be held, for those of you who wish to come on Thursday and stay overnight. Booking early is advised. Invited are abstracts to be submitted in the following areas: - Social Science and Psychology - Clinic Trials and Research Methodology - Basic mechanisms of action - Other Topics Relevant to CAM research Abstract submission deadline: February 12th, 2007 For more information, contact Andreas Sommer Conference Information Online CAM FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES NCCAM Funding NCCAM Funding NCCAM has updated our fact sheet for people who have questions about paying for CAM treatment. NCCAM Financial Assistance NCCAM Research Funding Opportunities EDUCATION AND TRAINING RESOURCES International Society for the Study of Subtle Energies and Energy Medicine (ISSSEEM) ISSSEEM is an international non-profit interdisciplinary organization dedicated to exploring and applying subtle energies as they relate to the experience of consciousness, healing, and human potential. ISSSEEM is in a unique position, acting both as a bridge builder between communities and a leader in the field, offering a community with a widespread appreciation of the energetic component within many disciplines including quantum physics, therapeutic modalities, healing, psychology, consciousness, psi and the understanding of our multidimensional existence. ISSSEEM website Return to Top