ASA General

Associate of Sacred Arts Degree- Major: Traditional Natural Health

Our Associate’s Sacred Arts degree can build a solid foundation for the practice of Christian Religious Therapeutics, Natural Medicine, Traditional Indigenous Natural Health, Wellness, and Counseling studies or deepen your understanding of sacred and Spiritually based Medicine and Healing; the Associate of Arts Degree- Major: Traditional Holistic Natural Health program will introduce you to the fundamental concepts, practices, wellness strategies, counseling, assessments, rituals, and ceremonial themes of the traditions of Ayurveda, Indigenous- Traditional Thai Yoga (ITTM), Yoga Therapy, Native American, Indigenous Traditional and Nature Cure or Traditional Holistic Naturopathy. Our associate’s degree can enable you to explore the exciting field of complementary and alternative medicine and gain knowledge to work in the alternative and natural medicine environment.

The A.C.N.M. Associate of Sacred Arts Degree- Major: Traditional Natural Health is great for practicing healthcare professionals, such as nurses, massage therapists, spa directors, and medical assistants, looking to incorporate natural healing methods into their careers. Students learn about the different modalities associated with alternative medicine with courses such as Indigenous, Traditional Yoga Sciences and Therapy, Ayurveda and Pancha Karma, Oriental Medicine, Holistic Nutrition, Anti- Aging, Herbology, Environmental Medicine, Energy work, Mind-body medicine, Anatomy and Physiology, Medical and Healing terminology, Homeopathy, Radionic’s, Traditional Naturopathic Arts and Sciences, Clinical and Medical assessments, Legal Guidelines, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Acupuncture and much, much more.

Our Associate’s degree in Sacred Alternative and complementary medicine, traditional, Holistic, Indigenous (U.N.- WHO Defined), Humanitarian Aid Mission Services missions and Social Work, Native American, and Bible-based Holistic nutrition and nutritional health. Studies can provide students with holistic and spiritually based approaches to health and prepare students for entry-level careers in the alternative medicine fields of medical ministry and counseling.

A.S.A. in Natural Health Combines In Class Course and Clinic and Distance Learning

Our program combines intensive world-class, hands-on, in-class training and practice with self-paced distance learning/ home study. This methodology allows excellent flexibility and personal programming for students’ unique and individual needs.

We also Value Science! The Foundations of Medicine curriculum is designed to:

• Offer an in-depth, comprehensive program of basic medical sciences that have traditionally been deemed appropriate for future sacred naturopathic and natural medicine practitioners.
• Provide clinical correlations and examples of clinical relevance throughout the instructional program in sciences.
• Present a physical assessment and diagnosis course that provides the practical experience students need to prepare adequately for their clinical practice.

We draw on the extensive history, traditions, Science, and research of Sacred Natural Medicine to provide an evidence-based perspective on the practice of natural health and medicine. Our basic sciences curriculum is considered one of the finest of its kind.

We designed the curriculum so that the classes and examinations are based on the programmatic and module learning objectives to meet the core competencies established by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME). ACGME competencies are System-based practice, Professionalism, Improvement of practice, Relationship-centered care, Interpersonal communication, and Tenets of medicine (SPIRIT).

Just because we have a spiritual, ethical, and biological basis for why we practice traditional natural medicine and healing does not mean that we do not value Science! Our program emphasizes required training in Medical Clinical and Biological Testing such as B.I.A., Phase Angle, BP, ECG/EKG, Blood, Urine, PH, Nail, Hair, and E.D.S. screening for catastrophic diseases and conditions. We cover Nutrition and Orthomolecular methods of Allergy Assessment—additional assessments for Psychological, Emotional, and Spiritual issues. 

• Gain a greater appreciation of Indigenous Traditional, Natural, Sacred,
  Knowledge of traditional, Holistic, Indigenous (U.N.- WHO Defined), Humanitarian Aid Mission Services and Social Work, Native American, and Bible-based Holistic nutrition and nutritional health, and Spiritually based health and healing and its impact on the world around you.
• Ayurveda and Classical Indian coursework and certification in the A.C.N.M. SomaVeda® Ayurvedic Yoga Therapist Certificate program included. Included at NO additional tuition separate $10,486.00+ value Professional Certification is! Click Here for A.Y.T. Details!
• Includes the SomaVeda® Thai Yoga Teacher Certification Program- TCP, a $9,502.00 value program at NO Additional Cost! Click here for SOMAVEDA® Teacher Certification Program Details!
• Study history, theory, philosophy, pastoral and clerical health missions, world religions, and counseling ministry as a foundation for pursuing a higher degree with A.C.N.M.
• Prepare for roles in health and counseling ministry, service organizations, and other environments that benefit from solid leadership.
• Clerical/ Pastoral, Ministerial Management
• Ministerial responsibilities in providing Healing Ministry and services
• Social Services
• Clinical Practice of Traditional Natural Health
• Business and Legal Considerations of Practice
• Mind, Body, Spirit and Holistic Focus for all classes

Key Points

• Comprehensive religion program and faculty offering a sound moral and spiritual perspective
• Cost-effective, accredited College Level Pre-Med and Science online program offered by an international educational institution
• Effectively helps prepare students for Natural Medicine and Well-being ministry in various careers.
• Experienced faculty teaching online classes
• Graduates receive a path to legal practice valid in all 50 states! (NAIC Legal)

 

For the A.S.A. course, curriculum, and graduation requirements, Click here!

*Requires 1,943 class/ course contact hours/ 54 Semester Credit Hours Minimum to graduate.

How much does the A.S.A. cost?

Important! Reduced A.S.A. Tuition Scholarships are available! We also have liberal payment plans to work with your life and finances. (Current tuition scholarship and or reduced tuition offers to expire July 1st. 2023)

Click Here for Tuition Plans: (Associate of Sacred Arts Degree Payment plans available!)

Please Note: Not Included: Required housing for residential modules (Ctp1, 2, 3, 4 ). There is a separate meal plan available listed with housing. Electrical for Camping and or Kitchen use fee. Personal medical consultations and or treatments of any kind with Dr. Anthony James or other A.C.N.M./ TYC staff. Private medical or treatments/ consultations are available by appointment at additional expense. See N.W.S. Clinic Menu for details.

Special Tuition for currently enrolled T.Y.C. Students and or past graduates!

Can I add this Associate of Arts (A.S.A.) Degree program to an existing SomaVeda® program I am already enrolled in, such as CTP2, TCP, BSc. and or DsNM? Yes! We can combine the A.S.A. Degree for a meager fee. If you are currently enrolled or a past Thai Yoga Center Certification program graduate, call us for some good news! Call T.Y.C. Today!

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Please Note: On-site housing is mandatory to qualify for eligibility for tuition scholarships. On-site housing is NOT required to attend A.C.N.M./ TYC programs. Non-residential students are considered Students at Large Registrations. They may still qualify for special pricing based on the registration date and the number of available seats in any given class.

 The State of Florida Department of Education

Florida State Board of Independent Colleges and Universities

Native American Indigenous Church American College of Natural Medicine operates in compliance as a degree-granting institution through exemption by the Florida State Board of Independent Colleges and Universities under Section 1005.06 (1) (f), F.L.A. Statutes. NAIC is an I.R.S. Compliant 508(c)(1)(a) Compliant FBO (Faith Based Organization). Like other states, the state does not require accreditation or theological accreditation for our religious education-based programs.

Important: Please Note! N.A.I.C. Inc./ American College of Natural Medicine/ Thai Yoga Center Cancellation and Refund Policies apply to all registrations and reservations for courses and programs. N.A.I.C./ Thai Yoga Center Programs are not public and are offered exclusively under “expressed ecclesiastical/ private association.” Acceptance of these Posted Refund and Cancellation Policies and RPGs is a precondition for acceptance and participation in any program or course of study. Click Here for the Refund and Cancellation Policy

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