Practitioners

Specialists and General Practice in TM/CAM-Naturotherapy

Traditional, Complementary & Alternative Medicine – Naturotherapy is a Natural Medicine Practice that refers to the knowledge, skills, and practices based on the theories, beliefs, and experiences of different cultures, used in the maintenance of health. A Natural Medicine Practitioner© instead of curing diseases, targets the underlying cause of the imbalance, and helps the body to reharmonize itself, begin the healing process and thus break the disease.

Natural Healing also know as Naturotherapy and Wellness practices treat illnesses in a holistic way, combining nature and other natural substances for patients. While modern science has no medicine to prevent disease, natural healing can prevent and heal.

Specialist 3000-4000 hours of Training

When conventional Healing methods fail to meet the criteria for Health, Longevity and wellness, people turn to Traditional Medicines and Healing methods, practices such as Naturotherapy, Ayurveda and Oriental Systems of Medicine; which are used in developing countries as primary healthcare and have now become popular in Canada and the United States of America as Traditional, Complementary & Alternative Medicine. or TM/CAM- Naturotherapy.

DNM® Diplomate level Education: Natural Medicine Practitioners© who maintain a strict definition of natural healing that does not incorporate surgical, pharmaceutical or obstetrical care into their practice. A multi-disciplinary group of Natural Medicine Practitioners© who make use of natural healing assessment and apply non-invasive modalities, agents and therapies in the treatment of health conditions to restore and promote health and wellbeing. Scope of Practice includes Acupressure, Reflexopathy, Hydrotherapy, Herbalism, Biochemical therapy, Clinical Nutrition, Traditional and modern Homeopathy, Health Coaching & Energy work. Training must include graduation from an accredited training program of 4000 hrs with mandatory clinical internship of at least 1000 hours.

DIM© Diplomate level Education: Western Trained Medical Professionals who utilize natural medicine modalities as a complement to conventional treatment. Applicants generally provide evidence of published research under mentorship. In addition to MSc. emphasis for certification is based on research and general clinical activities. All Practitioners must complete 3000 hours of training or experience in TMCAM- Naturotherapy-Natural Medicine to add to their medical knowledge in order to be a Practitioner of Integrative Medicine. Practitioner without Medical Education practice under TM/CAM-Naturotherapy.

RAP© - Registered Ayurveda Practitioner©: 3200 hours of Training to include 1000 hours of supervised Clinical Practice. Practitioners who provide treatment utilizing Ayurveda and Indian Systems of Medicine (as well as Siddha & Unani Medicine) to assess and treat diseases and disorders based on a constitutional model. Treatment involves the use of specific diets, proprietary medicine, lifestyle coaching, soft tissue therapy, the application of steam, oil, and Herbal compress, rehabilitative exercises and Yoga. Could include Indigenous Healing.

The Examining Board of Natural Medicine Practitioners was the first organization to create the guideline for the safe and effective practice of Ayurveda in Canada (2005), carefully adhering to the Benchmarks of The World Health Organization. Historically, we have registered Ayurveda Practitioners and issued the RAP©, RNP®, RLMP® and Registered Nutritional Medicine Practitioner® with speciality in Ayurveda thus, enabling Ayurvedic Vaidyas and Practitioners to develop professional practices to that effect. are also included in this category.

RAP® - Registered Acupuncture Practitioner: 3000 hours to include 1000 hours of supervised Clinical Practice. Practitioners who provide treatment utilizing Traditional Chinese Medicine Theory and Acupuncture to diagnose and treat injuries, diseases, and disorders of patients. The modalities of Tuina, Cupping, GuaSha, Qigong and Auricular therapy are included in this practice. Acupuncture is a Natural Medicine Practice and falls under the WHO Benchmarks for training in Traditional Chinese Medicine (Please note that this registration is only open to practitioners in unregulated Provinces or States).

Homeopathic Practitioner (HP)©: 3200 hours of training and or experience in the Practice of Homeopathy including clinical internship or mentorship.

Treatment is based on a constitutional model with the use of micro-doses of natural substances aimed at stimulating the self-healing response without side effects and could include the science of Homotoxiocology, Anti-Homotoxic medicine, Biochemical therapy, and Essential Flower, plant or Oil essences. (Please note that this registration is only open to practitioners in unregulated Provinces or States).

General Practice-Naturotherapist

RNP® - Registered Naturotherapy Practitioner®: 1600 hours of training plus Supervise Clinical Training of 600 hours in at least three modalities of Natural Medicine.

A multidisciplinary group of practitioners who utilize Complementary and Alternative therapies that make use of natural healing agents in the treatment of health conditions, to include Metaphysics, coaching on holistic life skills & Diet, Energy Therapy, Physiologic Therapy to include Applied Kinesiology, Yoga, QiGong, Neural meridian Therapy, Supplementation, Muscular treatment, as well as Allergy and Sensitivities healing, to include meditation.

Registered Naturotherapy Practitioner RNP® Ayurveda: 1500 hours of training to include 500 hours of supervised Clinical training. Under the established scope of practice for Ayurveda in Canada.

Holistic & Wellness Practitioners

This group employs a variety of techniques to help people achieve a healthier body, and meet their wellness goals. Often called holistic healers, they use Thai and Shiatsu massage treatment and Reflexology, as well as anti-stress management techniques to include Nutritional and Herbal healing, Asian body work include Tuina along with programs to embrace health and longevity.

RNMP® Registered Nutritional Medicine Practitioner®: 850 hours certification.

Practitioners who evaluate the nutritional status of clients, provide nutritional counseling, utilize specific dietary advice and recommend nutritional supplements to include the use of herbs.

RLMP® - Registered Lifestyle Management Practitioner®: 700 hours certification.

Practitioners who provide lifestyle education and training as well as stress management techniques designed to promote a positive lifestyle and behavior changes and provide coaching on holistic life skills.

RNhP® - Registered Natural Health Practitioner®: 200+ hours of certification

Practitioners who make use of Traditional Holistic modalities to bring about healing to include a wide variety of manual treatment and practices. Various treatment modalities include Reflexology, Aromatherapy and Shiatsu massage, as well Naud Thai-Thai massage frequently refers to a type of treatment for health and relaxation.

Such treatments can be found in spas and wellness centres, as well in hotels and resorts all over the world. These types of treatments are for general health and can also be used for the relief of body aches and pains. Holistic practitioners are frequently more accessible and the treatment they offer much less expensive.

Practitioners at this level are probationary because The EBNMP Canada encourages a more comprehensive understanding and knowledge-based practice, to include traditional medicine philosophy, diagnosis and treatment. The use of herbal oils, meditation and stretching techniques may be employed. Members must follow a strict adherence to our code of ethics and professional conduct in the art of service.

Doctorate of Natural Medicine®

The Title is reserved for both international and other practitioners who have meet the standard of education of at least 4400 hours of education, research and Clinical practice. (To include Doctorate of Integrative Medicine©)

This is a Trademarked Title and does not indicate a graduate degree or allows for the use of the name or Title of Doctor or Naturopath, in jurisdictions where it is prohibited.

Scope of Practice: The assessment and treatment of emotional, mental and physical disorders using non-invasive modalities to promote and restore health and wellness. Please Note: Materia Medica, Minor Surgery and Christian Science is not included. Practitioners at this level must practice in at least four areas of the Scope of Practice.

The Science of Natural Medicine is based on the principle that at birth man is healthy and that a he can remain in that state as long as he lives in accordance with the laws of nature. Even if born with an inherited affliction, he can manage it by utilizing the healing power of the elements of nature. Open space with clean air, sunshine, proper dietary habits, exercise, relaxation, mediation and healthy thought process will play their part in keeping a healthy body, mind and outlook, which translates to a feeling of overall wellness.

Membership is renewed annually and Practitioners must keep us updated on their practice location as well as proof on insurance renewal and CEUs must be submitted before membership is renewed each year. EBNM maintains a strict registry with procedures for disciplinary action. Persons under our authority must always include the Trademark reference ex. DNM® Doctorate of Natural Medicine® / Registered Naturotherapy Practitioner® / Registered Acupuncture Practitioner® / Registered Ayurveda Practitioner© /Doctorate of Integrative Medicine©

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