Distance Education
The Ontario College of Homeopathic Medicine is excited to offer new diversified programs. We welcome your interest in pursuing an education in homeopathic medicine.
Exploring the Art & Science of Homeopathyis an intensive study of the fundamentals of Homeopathy. The course has 2 progressive levels: it starts with the introductory session to learn about Homeopathy then complete the full program to prepare for professional study in homeopathic medicine.
Please click on the following links to access the first two modules of the OCHM distance education curriculum
2. Session 1
This Distance Education course is designed for those who do not live in the Toronto area or for those who would like to complete the course on their own schedule. Students registered in the Distance Education program will be provided a personal tutor who will guide them through the course.
Upon successful completion of the course, a Certificate of Completion will be issued.
The Certificate Course is developed and managed by the following OCHM faculty and approved by the Dean:
Luba Plotkina MD, DHMS, Dean
Mirsada Vins BSc., DHMS, OCHM Head of Homeopathy
Violetta Ilkiw BA, DHMHS
Nicole Riley BA, DHMHS
REQUIRED TEXTBOOKS:
1. Synthesis Repertory 9.1, Frederick Schroyens, MD
2. Concordant Materia Medica, Frans Vermeulen
3. Organon 6 th edition, Samuel Hahnemann, MD
These books are available for purchase from Riverdale Homeopathic Resources: 416-778-0085
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If you have any questions regarding the Certificate Course please contact: onlinecourses@ochm.ca.
Course Curriculum
Level I: Introduction (5 modules)
- History of Homeopathy, Scientific Basis, Current Theories, Comparison of Paradigms
- Fundamentals & Principles
- Symptomatology, Posology, Remedy Preparation
- Provings & Materia Medica - Introduction
- Knowledge of Medicine
Level II: Art & Science of Homeopathy (10 modules)
- Organon of the Medical Art
- Repertories, their Structure and Organization
- Case Taking According to Organon
- Acute versus Chronic Disease in Homeopathy
- Hahnemann’s Theory of Miasms
- Acute Conditions: First Aid, Colds & Flu Treatment (2 modules)
- Materia Medica: 12 Widely Used Remedies (3 modules)
Students will gain an understanding and knowledge of the history, origins, philosophy and fundamental laws of the Homeopathic system of medicine. This knowledge will be applied to discussions on the scientific basis of homeopathy, its current issues and challenges. It is important to understand the principles of practice and case taking as these will be the cornerstone of a successful prescription.
Students who choose to continue with Homeopathic study in the Professional Diploma Program must write and pass a final exam (60% passing grade required). The Certificate Course hours will be fully credited toward the full-time program.
