📘 Program Overview
The Associate Degree in Sustainable Natural Healthcare is designed for individuals seeking to integrate holistic and environmentally sustainable practices into healthcare and wellness professions. This program equips students with a foundational understanding of anatomy and physiology, herbal and nutritional therapies, holistic treatment modalities, and sustainable living practices. Graduates can work in wellness centers, holistic clinics, natural health stores, or pursue further education in complementary medicine, naturopathy, or public health.
📌 Program Duration:
2 Years (4 Semesters)
60–64 Credit Hours
🎯 Learning Outcomes
Graduates of this program will be able to:
Demonstrate foundational knowledge of human anatomy, physiology, and pathology.
Apply natural, non-invasive healing methods such as herbalism, nutrition, and lifestyle medicine.
Integrate sustainable practices into health and wellness decisions.
Practice ethically and professionally within the scope of natural healthcare.
Understand the regulatory landscape of natural therapies and safe practices.
📚 Curriculum Structure
Year 1 – Semester 1
Course Title
Credit Hours
Description
Introduction to Natural Healthcare
3
Overview of holistic medicine, principles of natural healing, and the history and role of sustainable healthcare in modern wellness systems.
Human Anatomy and Physiology I
4
Study of human body systems (skeletal, muscular, and nervous) with lab.
Foundations of Herbal Medicine
3
Introduction to the history, ethics, safety, and basic use of medicinal herbs.
Sustainable Living and Wellness
3
Exploration of eco-conscious living, environmental health, and personal well-being.
English Composition I
3
Development of academic writing and communication skills.
Total Semester Credits: 16
Year 1 – Semester 2
Course Title
Credit Hours
Description
Nutrition and Natural Healing
3
Role of whole foods, plant-based nutrition, and supplements in maintaining health.
Human Anatomy and Physiology II
4
Continuation of body systems including endocrine, circulatory, respiratory, and digestive systems.
Aromatherapy and Essential Oils
3
Use of essential oils in therapeutic and clinical settings for healing and relaxation.
Psychology of Health and Wellness
3
Study of mind-body connection, mental health, and emotional wellness.
Environmental Health and Ethics
3
Study of environmental responsibility and ethical issues in healthcare practices.
Total Semester Credits: 16
Year 2 – Semester 3
Course Title
Credit Hours
Description
Pathology and Disease Prevention
3
Understanding common health conditions and preventive care through natural methods.
Traditional Healing Systems
3
Examination of Ayurvedic, Chinese, Indigenous, and other global healing traditions.
Holistic Health Assessment
3
Non-invasive techniques to assess wellness status including observation, pulse reading, and energy assessment.
Sustainable Herbal Gardening
3
Practical training in organic herb cultivation and wildcrafting ethics.
English Composition II or Communications
3
Continued development in writing or interpersonal communication skills.
Total Semester Credits: 15
Year 2 – Semester 4
Course Title
Credit Hours
Description
Integrative Lifestyle Coaching
3
Skills in coaching and supporting clients toward holistic, sustainable health goals.
Natural Product Formulation
3
Crafting tinctures, teas, balms, and other remedies using sustainable practices.
Research Methods in Holistic Health
3
Introduction to evaluating scientific literature and holistic health research.
Clinical Practicum or Capstone Project
4
Supervised fieldwork or a final project showcasing applied skills in sustainable natural healthcare.
Elective (e.g., Yoga, Homeopathy, Detox Therapies)
2–3
Student’s choice based on area of interest.
Total Semester Credits: 15–16