Health and Wellness (BA)
(Modules 3 and 4) – 120 Total Credits
When you study health & wellness, you’ll focus on the connections between physical, mental, spiritual, social, and environmental well-being, and you’ll learn about practices in Eastern and in Western medicine that promote health. You’ll study anatomy and physiology, biofeedback, stress management, nutrition, toxicity and detoxification, and alternative ways to help people with diagnosed diseases. You’ll also cover medical systems such as homeopathy, naturopathy, Ayurvedic medicine, traditional Chinese medicine, and mind-body medicine.
Requirement for Bachelor’s Degree/Course Enrollment:
Must complete All 20 Courses in Modules 3 and 4
(120 Total Credits Required for Bachelor’s Degree)
Students must have completed our Associates Degree Program (60 credits) or have a degree or applicable life experiences that totals 60 credits in order to enroll in our Bachelor Degree Programs.
Please speak to an advisor.
Course Outline of Bachelor’s Degree Program:
Prerequisites
Associate Degree/Applied Life Experience – 60 Credits
Core Curriculum Courses – Credits Needed: 30
- MOD-3-1: Homeopathy 2 (3 credits)
- MOD-3-2: Evidence-Based Validation of Herbal Medicine (3 credits)
- MOD-3-3: Herbal Medicines Interactions (3 credits)
- MOD-3-4: Herbal Preparation (3 credits)
- MOD-3-5: Herbology and Botany (3 credits)
- MOD-3-6: Fundamentals of Traditional Chinese Medicine (3 credits)
- MOD-3-7: PEMF Therapy (3 credits)
- MOD-3-8: Iridology 2 (3 credits)
- MOD-3-9: Prevention and Management of Allergies (3 credits)
- MOD-3-10: Insomnia Management (3 credits)
Major Specific Courses – Credits Needed: 30
- MOD-4-1. Healing Herbs (3 credits)
- MOD-4-2. Iridology 1 (3 credits)
- MOD-4-3. Biblical Healthy Living (3 credits)
- MOD-4-4. COVID 19 Truths (3 credits)
- MOD-4-5. Reflexology (3 credits)
- MOD-4-6. Anatomy 2 (3 credits)
- MOD-4-7. Aromatherapy 1 (3 credits)
- MOD-4-8. EMFs Hidden Hazards (3 credits)
- MOD-4-9. Introduction to Microbiology (3 credits)
- MOD-4-10. Introduction to Immunology (3 credits)
Total Credit Hours: 60
Core Curriculum Course Descriptions
MOD-3-1: Homeopathy 2 – This module explores the principles and practice of homeopathy and provides a detailed, practical and thorough basis for the understanding and the application of homeopathy.
MOD-3-2: Evidence-Based Validation of Herbal Medicine – This course brings together current thinking and practice in the areas of characterization and validation of natural products. It covers all aspects of evaluation and development of medicines from plant sources, including their cultivation, collection, phytochemical and Phyto-pharmacological evaluation, and therapeutic potential. Emphasis is placed on describing the full range of evidence-based analytical and bio-analytical techniques used to characterize natural products, including Phyto-chemical analysis, hyphenated techniques, and many more.
MOD-3-3: Herbal Medicines Interactions – This course contains information on herb-drug, herb-supplement, herb -food and herb-laboratory test interactions all of which is data referenced. Commercial herbal medicinal products are increasingly consumed on a regular basis by people in the developed world. Often such products are taken concurrently with conventional medicines, frequently without the knowledge of health care professionals. As more evidence has become available, there has been an increasing awareness of the potential and actual problems of interactions, often dangerous, between conventional medicines and herbal medicines. This module brings together available data on approximately 200 of the most commonly used herbal medicines in highly structured, rigorously scientific results.
MOD-3-4: Herbal Preparation – This course emphasizes the point that herbal medicine-making is fundamental to every culture on the planet and is accessible to everyone. It covers herbal preparation for numerous ailments and disorders.
MOD-3-5: Herbology and Botany – This course expands on culture bacteria, isolate micro-organisms, Microscopic examination, Plant Pathology and more
MOD-3-6: Fundamentals of Traditional Chinese Medicine – Traditional Chinese medicine under the influence and direction of classic Chinese philosophies, has undergone long-term medical practice gradually evolving into a unique medical theoretical system that contributed significantly to the health care of the Chinese people and the prosperity of the Chinese nation. This module comprehensively covers the main components of TCM, such as Basic Theory, Diagnosis, Prescription, Chinese Materia Medica, Tui Na, Acupuncture and Moxibustion.
MOD-3-7: PEMF Therapy – In this course you will learn how the technology works, including an overview of common terminology, what it does in the body, from circulation to stem cell stimulation and everything in between and what it can do to treat more than 50 specific health problems, each with clinical study results.
Research shows PEMFs accelerate the healing of almost any cell, tissue, organ, or condition. PEMF therapy improves your body’s basic functions, allowing it to both prevent and treat a wide range of health problems. It is the next major leap forward in improving health to help you live long and live well plus it is the most comprehensive, objective, and authoritative look at PEMF therapy.
MOD-3-8: Iridology 2 – This course is a comprehensive study of Iridology, with over 200 color slides plus diagrams and case studies. Includes: Genetic Iris Constitutions, Eye colors and what they mean, iris maps, pupil and sclera signs, iridology and all the major body systems, how to find the root of disease, psychological signs found in the iris and more.
MOD-3-9: Prevention and Management of Allergies – An allergy occurs when our immune system becomes hypersensitive to substances such as food, medications (drugs), bee venom, home furnishings, pets, dust, etc. Most allergies are harmless and may cause mild discomfort. However, some reactions to allergens can be deadly when our immune system over-reacts to it. Over 50 million people experience allergic reactions every year and some require emergency treatment. The cost of going to an Allergist is very expensive, and the information in this course may save students a great deal of money and even their very lives.
MOD-3-10: Insomnia Management – Many adults are not getting enough sleep. If one has more than occasional trouble getting proper sleep, they may develop serious health conditions, such as high stress levels which may affect their home life, work, and financial management. With chronic insomnia, one may develop depression, diabetes, memory problems, chronic pain issues, and even serious neurological issues. This course will outline numerous natural ways to solve the problem.
Major Specific Course Descriptions
MOD-4-1. Healing Herbs – Practical advice for the newcomer and pearls of wisdom for the herbal practitioner. This course delivers the lowdown on virtually every healing herb available in today’s marketplace. A complete guide to 180 healing herbs with description and history, therapeutic uses, medicinal properties, prescription counterparts, dosage options, safety and effectiveness rating, and precautions.
MOD-4-2. Iridology 1 – Learn the links between health and the patterns, colors, and textures of the iris. This course describes the basics of iris analysis in easy-to-understand language with dozens of illustrations, color photos, and charts. After recognizing weaknesses in the iris, you will be able to suggest lifestyle changes to achieve optimum health.
MOD-4-3. Biblical Healthy Living – This course explores what the Bible says about healthy diet and compares it with modern science. The research upholds the wisdom of biblical advice. Anyone who is sick and tired of feeling sick and tired will find in this course the secrets to more abundant energy, freedom from illness, and more vibrant health.
MOD-4-4. COVID 19 Truths – Through vigorous research, over 500 references to peer-reviewed scientific journal articles, official government statistics, and public health research findings from around the world, this course teaches the urgent need for a global awakening. It is time to come together, demand the truth, and take control of our health. This course is your invitation to join us as we educate and organize for a healthy, equitable, democratic, and regenerative future.
MOD-4-5. Reflexology – This course covers the complete guide to the anatomy of the feet and the workings of Reflexology, the therapeutic foot massage for health and well-being. It explains the art and science of reflexology: how it works; the ailments it treats; how to locate and massage the various reflexology points.
MOD-4-6. Anatomy II – This course offers comprehensive coverage about the human body. Included are: 226 color illustrations, depicting all organs and systems of the human body, 29 chapters of descriptive text written by current and former faculty at one of the world’s foremost medical institutions, and an index of plates and descriptions for quick identification of any structure, organ, or system.
MOD-4-7. Aromatherapy I – You’ll learn ways to add fragrance to your life, about the plants and the history, what exactly are these things called essential oils and carrier oils, how to dilute and blend, what supplies to buy, the correct way to measure and blend. Plus, we will go into safety and storage issues and you’ll be given many recipes for beginning concoctions.
MOD-4-8. EMFs Hidden Hazards – Topics include, what EMFs (electromagnetic fields) actually are, where you find them in your daily life, and how they affect you. The toll that EMFs have been proven to take in conditions such as cancer, heart disease, and neuro-psychiatric illnesses. Why you’ve been largely kept in the dark about this threat to your health. How you can actually repair the damage done by EMFs at a cellular level. Practical strategies to protect yourself and your loved ones from
MOD-4-9. Introduction to Microbiology – This course will introduce the students to the microbial world. General properties of microorganisms including classification, morphologic and growth characteristics, metabolism and genetics will be discussed. Students will explore the role of microbes, especially microbial flora of our body including gut flora and its role in natural health. Selected microorganisms that cause disease will be discussed. The course will consist of group discussion format. Students will be assessed on discussion posts, essay and midterm and final exams in multiple choice format.
MOD-4-10. Introduction to Immunology – This course will introduce the students to immunology. The organization, function and normal immune response will be studied in detail. An overview of disorders of immunity will be studied. Finally, application of immunology to diagnosis, treatment and prevention of diseases will be discussed. The course will consist of discussion format. Students will be assessed on discussion posts, essay and midterm and final exams in multiple choice format.