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Quick Facts

Medium Of Instructions	Mode Of Learning	Mode Of Delivery
English	Self Study	Video and Text Based

Course Overview

Introduction to Integrative Therapies and Healing Practises Training is a course for beginners that examines several complementary and alternative treatment practices. It gives a general review of numerous treatments, their guiding principles, and their possible advantages for healing and general well-being.

It is one of the five courses offered under Integrative Health and Medical Specialisation.

Introduction to Integrative Therapies and Healing Practises certification course if offered by The University of Minnesota in collaboration with Coursera. The Minnesota Board of Nursing's continuing education standards have been met by the design of this course and it may be eligible for continuing education credit.

The Highlights

100% online
Flexible deadlines
Continuing education credit
University of Minnesota certification

Programme Offerings

Self-paced learning
financial aid
Full Specialization
Shareable Certificate
graded assignments and quizzes
course videos and readings

Courses and Certificate Fees

Certificate Availability	Certificate Providing Authority
yes	Coursera

The Introduction to Integrative Therapies and Healing Practices certification fees would stand to be Rs. 3,214 if the course is chosen for a month. Likewise, if 3 or 6 months are preferred, the fees would be Rs. 6,428 and Rs. 9,642 respectively. EMI is an additional payment alternative to make things simpler. This programme also offers financial aid along with a 14-day refund policy. The fees will be totally dependent upon the duration of the course selected.

Introduction to Integrative Therapies and Healing Practices Course

Course Duration	Estimated Study Time	Fees/Month	Total Fees
1 Month	20+ hours/week	Rs. 3,247/month	Rs.3,247
3 Months	7 hours/week	Rs. 2,165/month	Rs.6,494
6 Months	4 hours/week	Rs. 1,624/month	Rs.9,741

Eligibility Criteria

Certification Qualifying Detail

You will be awarded Introduction to Integrative Therapies and Healing Practices certification by Coursera only when you have completed the relevant material and passed a few tests.

What you will learn

After completing the Introduction to Integrative Therapies and Healing Practises certification syllabus you will be able to identify and elaborate the field of integrative health. You will be capable of effortlessly analysing the quality of the research evidence and the sources you are intending to depend on and talking about ways to maximise safe use as well as the general safety of these therapies. Therefore, making strategies for effectively implementing integrative treatments at work or in different situations.

Who it is for

DoctorNurse

If you are a person with a broad interest in Integrative Therapies and Healing practices, regardless of professional experience, may also be eligible for this course. It enables you to gather knowledge and make educated decisions regarding your own health along with others. It deeply benefits:

Doctors
Nurses
Psychologists
Therapists

Admission Details

You can commence with the Introduction to Integrative Therapies and Healing Practices classes by taking the following steps:

Step 1: Browse the official URL

https://www.coursera.org/learn/integrative-therapies-and-healing-practices

Step 2: From the enrollment option click enroll for free button on the website.

Step 3: Select the duration of the course and make the payment.

Step 4: You can start taking the course after receiving a confirmation mail on your registered email id.

Application Details

To access the Introduction to Integrative Therapies and Healing Practices certification course you need to visit the official page of the website, create an account by filling in the necessary details and pay the enrollment fees.

The Syllabus

Videos

Introduction to This Course
Setting the Context
What are Integrative Therapies?
Why You Should Know About Integrative Therapies
What Is the Role of the Provider?
What Is the Role of the Patient?
Talking to Patients

Readings

Definition of Integrative Health
Types of Integrative Therapies
Optional but Interesting: Integrative Therapies Around the World
Eight Principles of Patient-Centered Care
Checklist: Determining Patient Preferences
Week 1: References and Resources

Practice Exercises

Your New Role
What, Why, and How of Integrative Therapies

Videos

What are Mind-Body Therapies
Mind-Body Therapies: Safety and Use
What Are Biologically-Based Therapies?
More About Herbal Medicine and Aromatherapy
What are Energy Therapies?
What Are Manipulative Therapies?
What Are Whole Systems?
More Whole Systems

Readings

Mind-Body Therapies At a Glance
Do a Deeper Dive: Relaxation Techniques
Biologically-Based Therapies at a Glance
Energy Therapies at a Glance
Do a Deeper Dive: Reiki
Manipulative and-Body-Based Therapies at a Glance
Do a Deeper Dive: Chiropractic
Whole Systems at a Glance
Do a Deeper Dive: Traditional Chinese Medicine
Summary on Mind-Body Therapies
Summary on Biologically-Based Therapies
Summary on Energy Therapies
Summary on Manipulative and Body-Based Therapies
Summary on Whole Systems
Week 2: References and Resources

Practice Exercises

Relaxation Techniques
Research an Herb
Reiki
Chiropractic
Traditional Chinese Medicine
Types of Integrative Therapies

Videos

Using Research Evidence in Practice
Advantages of an Evidence-Informed Approach
An Evidence-Informed Case Study
Challenges and Barriers In Integrative Therapy Research
Evaluating Health Research
Identifying Reliable Information about Integrative Therapies

Readings

Learn More About Evidence-Informed Practice
Worksheet: Evaluating Web Sources
Week 3: References and Resources

Practice Exercises

Check Your Knowledge: Evidence-Informed Practice
Evaluate a Website on Integrative Therapies

Videos

Principles of Integrative Care
Natural Does Not Mean Safe

Readings

Symptom Management During Chemotherapy
Additional Resource on Integrative Nursing
More Information About Safety of Integrative Therapies
Checklist for Safe Use
Case Study
More Resources about Safety
Peer Review Project Overview
Week 4: References and Resources

Practice Exercises

Symptom Management
Safety Considerations
Researching Safety of Therapies
Part 1 of Your Project

Videos

Why Do We Need Policies and Procedures?
Regulations Around Integrative Therapies
Scope of Practice

Readings

Elements of a Policy
Example of a Policy
Regulation 101
Examples of Scope of Practice and Regulation
Week 5: References and Resources

Practice Exercises

Policies and Procedures
Regulation

Videos

How to Submit Your Final Project

Readings

Why We Do Needs Assessments
Instructions for Your Peer Review Project
Optional Information: Conducting a Full SWOT Analysis

Videos

Teri and Robin's Summary

Readings

Your Reflection

Instructors

University of Minnesota, Minneapolis Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: Who designed the syllabus for this course?

The syllabus is formulated by the University of Minnesota and delivered through Coursera.

2: How long will it take to cover the Introduction to Integrative Therapies and Healing Practices online course?

It will take approximately 17 hours to complete the whole course.

3: Is this course a part of any specialization?

Yes, this course is the first of five parts of the Integrative Health and Medicine Specialization.

4: How is this course structured?

It typically consists of a combination of videos, readings, practice exercises and projects.

5: Are there any prerequisites for enrolling in this course?

You will be awarded a completion certificate at the end of the course and this course may be eligible for continuing education credit from certain professional boards.