Indian Board of Alternative Medicine Diploma, Bachelor, MD(AM), OMD, HMD, ND / NMD, PhD(AM) and DSc(AM).

Practical / Clinical (Optional Program)

Practical/Clinical Training

A general course on the practical and clinical aspects of the medical profession is conducted by the institute every month and is strongly recommended for all the students & novice practitioners of any system medicine. The course consists of techniques and procedures of clinical examination of a patient such as physical examination through sighs, sym and various tests. The use of a stethoscope, sphygnometer (blood pressure instrument), thermometers, hot and cold bags, examination by instrument ear, nose, throat, tongue, rectum, eyes, heart, lungs etc. is also taught as laboratory investigation techniques for examining blood, urine, stool, semen etc. X-Ray findings, E.C.G. & B.B.G. ultrasonography, first aid, bandaging, artificial respiration, cardiac resuscitation and neurological tests.

Clinical Training Programme

This is a unique and essential training for learning the latest art and techniques of examining patients. The ideal course for all students and novice practitioners of any systems of medicine, one is taught how to check up the patients, conduct physical examinations, read laboratory reports, check the heart, liver, lungs, kidneys, pulse, and to use a stethoscope & blood pressure instruments etc.

The duration of this practical & clinical training programme, under the supervision of qualified and experienced doctors, is 7 days starting from the 5th of every month. A certificate is awarded to those who successfully complete the programme. Practitioners of any system of medicine and students are welcome to join the programme.

Practical Training Programme

Besides the clinical training programme, practical training in various alternative therapies such as Acupressure, Magneto therapy, Reflexology, Bach Flower Remedies, Yoga, Massage etc. is also held every month. An intensive training of 7 days duration starting from the 5th of every month, this course provides an introduction to the therapy and knowledge about its practical aspects and application.

Indigenous Roots, Modern Pursuits!

Indian Board of Alternative Medicine Highlights

• A school dedicated to distance learning certificate and degree programs in an alternative medicine discipline
• Customizable education to fit students' needs
• More than 305,000 students and graduates
• Indian Board of Alternative Medicines (Internationally Recognized Legally Constituted Largest Institution) is one of the largest open international educational academies and a premier institution in the field of alternative / complementary medicine and health promotion duly incorporated under Act XXVI of 1961 (Regd. No. S/68765 of 1991-1992) of the Government of West Bengal based on the Central Government Act XXI of 1860 and the Literary and Scientific Institutions Act of 1854

About Indian Institute of Alternative Medicine Distance Learning

Founded in 1991 Indian Board of Alternative Medicines is an distance learning school that offers programs in alternative medicine education including holistic nutrition, traditional naturopathy, natural health, oriental and chinese medicine, acupuncture, acupressure, reflexology, bach flower remedies and wellness. The school is a member of about 70 different organizations and affiliations tied to their mission. These include holistic and natural health agencies, naturopathic boards, herbalists groups, practitioner associations and more.

Indian Board of Alternative Medicines Academic Programs 

The school's programs are built around the principle of alternative medicine that acts as a complementary to modern allopathic medicine. Courses cover topics that range from underlying philosophies to practical applications. Several programs are designed to ready students to become a naturopath, a natural health consultant, or to mesh alternative health approaches into an established healthcare practice.

Indian Board of Alternative Medicine's degree programs include:

• Diploma – All Disciplines of Alternative Medicine 
• Bachelor – All Disciplines of Alternative Medicine
• Doctor – Alternative Medicine, Naturopathy, Holistic Medicine, Oriental Medicine

Learning Options at Indian Board of Alternative Medicine

• Students create their own learning environment, studying at their own pace and managing their own educational goals
• All IBAM programs are self-paced

Admissions

Applicants must have graduated from high school or satisfactory completion of the GED. Home-schooled students will be evaluated through their portfolios. Bachelor’s level applicants may be eligible for life and work credit.

Previously earned college credits may be transferable to the school after evaluation. Graduate program applicants are required to submit transcripts validating completion of prerequisite degrees.

Graduation Ceremony and Conferences 

International Seminars, Conferences and Award Ceremonies are held regularly.  Besides the numerous stalwarts from the field of alternative medicines, the Board’s conferences have come to the attention of international figures and dignitaries from around the world who have been most forthcoming in their praise and support of these events. Prominent amongst those who have expressed their support are the WHO, UNICEF, UNESCO, the Commonwealth Secretariat, the President and Vice-President of India, Government Ministers and international world renowned personalities such as Mother Teresa, the Dalai Lama, Queen Elizabeth, Rev. Desmond Tutu and UN Secretary Generals. The importance of these occasions is amply reflected by the participation of Mother Teresa, state governors, union and state level ministers, chief justices, judges and diplomats.

Indian Board of Alternative Medicine

80, Chowringhee Road

Kolkata - 700020

India

Email - info@altmedworld.net