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Course recognition

What is a ‘recognised’ course?

The courses listed are for those who wish to study homeopathy in depth and intend to become practitioners. The duration of a recognised course
is a minimum of four years part-time or three years
full-time.


The Education Department of the Society of Homeopaths recognises these courses because they have met our criteria of quality and accountability, and they are at the appropriate Higher Education level. Students that qualify from these courses are eligible to join the Society of Homeopaths’ Register immediately after qualification.

What criteria do courses have to meet to be recognised?

Courses must show that they have appropriate facilities, staffing, administration, and educational resources. They must also be able to demonstrate clear course policy and ethos which will be reflected in curriculum (teaching, learning and assessment), student progression and achievement, student support and guidance. Their clinical education is in line with the Society’s Clinical Education Guidelines. Recognised courses agree to continue to develop, through peer and self evaluation, reflection and review, and by links with the Society’s Education Advisers.

The Society encourages good practice in the educational content of recognised courses and in their institutional practices. However we cannot guarantee the financial stability of the institutions included in this list.

About the course details given in the list

Attendance details: all courses start in September unless otherwise specified. Part-time courses are held at weekends unless otherwise stated.

Special arrangements: please note any special arrangements (shown in italics).

Course information may change. Please check with the Course Provider for details, and make sure that your copy of this list is current (it is printed twice a year). Our website is updated regularly.


Please see documents here that guide our recognition process

Education Policy
Application for Recognised Course Status - ARCS 1
Application for Recognised Course Status - ARCS 2
Application for Recognised Course Status - ARCS 3
Clinical Education Guidelines
Code of Ethics and Practice
Code of Ethics and Practice for Supervisors
Core Criteria
National Occupational Standards

Student College Transfer form


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