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Course Details

DIPLOMA IN NATUROPATHY

Degree Course Type 

Diploma

Entry Level Qualification 

Class 10

Degree Course Duration 

1 Year

Course Fields 

Other

Degree Course Entrance Exam 

No Entrance Exam

Average Course Fee 

7500 - 1200000

Average Salary Offered 

100000 - 900000

Course Highlights 

Here are Some Major Highlights of the Course: 

Course Name

Diploma in Naturopathy

Course Level

Undergraduate

Course Type

Diploma Programme

Degree

Diploma

Specialisation

Naturopathy

Relevant Stream

Allied Health Science/ AYUSH

Course Duration

1 Year

Course Mode

Regular

Minimum Qualification Required

10th or 12th

Age

18 Years (may vary from institute to institute)

Selection Process

Merit-based Admissions

Course Fee

INR 7,500 - INR 12 lakhs

Job Type

Therapist, Research Officer, Naturopathy Physician, Trainer, Tutor, Naturopathy Consultant, Assistant Research Officer, etc.

Average Salary

INR 1 LPA - INR 9 LPA

About Course 

Diploma in Naturopathy is a 12-month long diploma level course that deals with the foundation of Naturopathy and methods of nature care. In order to be eligible for this course, candidates should have either passed Class 10 examination or Class 12 examination from a recognised board. In almost all the colleges, the admissions are merit-based.

Diploma in Naturopathy programme teaches students about the science of Yoga and a system of alternative medicine. This course is a perfect fit for candidates who are keen to know about the latest information and technologies related to yoga and naturopathy. 

The science of Naturopathy deals with treating ailments or illness using the natural way of life. After completing the course, students will be acquainted with various types of techniques to control exercise, diet and massages to treat illness or ailments.

Why Choose Course And Required Skills 

Naturopathy is a branch of medicine that focuses on treating symptoms and illnesses through a natural approach. Students will be familiar with a variety of approaches for controlling exercise, nutrition, and massages to treat illness or ailments after finishing the course. Thus, a wide range of job opportunities is available for the Diploma in Naturopathy graduates.

Career Scope and Options: There are wider job opportunities that can be explored post completing the course from a renowned college or university. Yogic Science and its beneficial effects are becoming more widely known, and hence the scope is expanding. The graduates can get job offers with handsome salary packages after completing the course.

Naturopathy looks at the whole person. Naturopaths must therefore have studied human biological sciences such as anatomy and physiology, cell and molecular biology, and chemistry. Must have skills are:

1. Positive Attitude

2. Good problem-solvers

3. Behaviour and Emotional Stability

4. Motivation and Initiative

5. Honesty and Integrity

6. Interpersonal Skills

7. Leadership Quality

Eligibility  

Following are the eligibility criteria for Diploma in Naturopathy that candidates must meet. 

1. Students must have either passed Class 10 examinations or Class 12 examinations from a recognised board in India or equivalent. 

2. Interested candidates must have scored at least 50% marks in their Class 10 or Class 12 examinations. 

3. Aspirants from the following streams are eligible for the course: Science, Arts and Commerce. 

4. Candidates must have proficiency in either the Hindi or English language.

5. Candidates must not be suffering from a chronic illness that would prevent her/ him from teaching or practising. yoga.

Entrance Exams Details 

Some institutions don't require an entrance exam for a Diploma in Naturopathy program.

Degree Course Syllabus 

In the Diploma in Naturopathy programme, students are taught the following subjects. 

Fundamental Anatomy of Human body

Method of Nature Cure

Foundation of Naturopathy / Health & nutrition

Disease & treatment by naturopathy

Top Colleges 

Few of the top colleges who offer the course of Diploma in Naturopathy are as follows: Jain Vishva Bharati Institute - Rajasthan National College of Health Sciences (NCHS) - Punjab Swami Vivekanand Institute of Management (SVIM) - Uttarakhand Vardhaman Mahavir Open University - Rajasthan Bareilly College – Uttar Pradesh.

Course Fees 

The fee-related information is given below: 

Institute Type

Minimum Fee

Maximum Fee

Average Fee

Private Colleges

INR 11,000

INR 12 Lakhs

INR 60,000

Public Colleges

INR 5,000

INR 35,000

INR 20,000

Top Recruiters And Salary 

After completing a Diploma in Naturopathy, candidates can earn up to INR 9 lakhs per annum. The average annual salary packages for different relevant job profiles are mentioned below in the table. 

Job Profiles

Salary

Assistant Research Officer

INR 4 LPA - INR 6 LPA

Naturopathy Physician

INR 2 LPA - INR 9 LPA

Therapist 

INR 1 LPA - INR 7 LPA

Research Officer

INR 4 LPA - INR 6 LPA

Naturopathy Consultant

INR 3 LPA - INR 9 LPA

Publication Officer

INR 3 LPA - INR 6 LPA

Course Scope And Career Options 

Students after completing the Diploma in Naturopathy can explore the following career opportunities. 




Employment Areas

Educational Institutes

Management and Administration

Government or Private Hospitals

Research Centres

Spa Centres

Healthcare Centres

Private Clinics





Job Types

Teacher or Tutor

Trainer 

Therapist

Naturopathy Expert

Research Officer

Publication Officer (Naturopathy)

Assistant Research Officer

Naturopathy Consultant

Naturopathy Physician

Admission Process 

1. The admission process for the Diploma in Naturopathy is done on the basis of merit. 

2. This means that candidates’ performance in Class 10 or Class 12 examinations are taken into consideration for the selection process. 

3. Candidates with higher percentage have greater chances of getting admission to the course. 

4. The application process for the course is usually done in an offline mode.

5. Some colleges also offer the application on their official website.

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