Bachelor of Health Science (Western Herbal Medicine)

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

Get the skills you need to practice alternate medicine with the Bachelor of Health Science (Western Herbal Medicine). With this degree you will learn how to develop your own herbal products and prescription formulas using medicinal plants. At the same time you’ll have a professional knowledge of human health science. The degree covers: biological foundations, human nutrition, human structure and physiology, food science, human biochemistry, natural pathologies, and more. Graduates are eligible for professional membership with a number of industry associations including the Naturopaths and Herbalists Association of Australia. Enquire now for the full list of admissions criteria, herbal medicine career outcomes, and universities near you that offer the Bachelor of Health Science (Western Herbal Medicine).

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Nationally recognised training

VET qualifications are nationally recognised and regulated, ensuring all courses meet rigorous standards for quality, relevance, and compliance with industry requirements.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements for the Bachelor of Health Science (Western Herbal Medicine) vary depending on the institution but generally include completion of Year 12 with a minimum ATAR, VET pathway courses or prior experience.

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Career opportunities

The Bachelor of Health Science (Western Herbal Medicine) will prepare you for the following role.

Herbalist

A Herbalist uses plant-based treatments to support health and manage illnesses. They assess patients’ symptoms, develop treatment plans, and recomm...

Avg yearly income $63,700
Entry barriers Low

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