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About CCNM
The Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (CCNM) is Canada's
premier institute for education and research in naturopathic medicine. CCNM
offers a rigorous four-year, full-time doctor of naturopathic medicine program.
CCNM is also home to the Robert Schad Naturopathic Clinic, a dynamic
naturopathic teaching clinic where senior clinicians and ND supervisors conduct
more than 25,000 patient visits per year.
The Canadian College of
Naturopathic Medicine is accredited by the Council on Naturopathic Medical
Education (CNME), the accrediting agency for naturopathic colleges and programs
in Canada and the United States.
Mission & Vision
CCNM's vision
integrates mind, body and spirit
Our Vision
To lead the
development of primary care through education and research in naturopathic
medicine.
Our Mission
To educate, develop and train naturopathic
doctors through excellence in health education, clinical services and research
that integrates mind, body and spirit.
To drive CCNM in its pursuit of
excellence in naturopathic medicine, CCNM's Board of Governors has developed a
series of "ends" or goals:
1. EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION
Educate
naturopathic doctors on the basis of clear and focused curriculum, delivered by
the most competent faculty, and graduate high-quality naturopathic doctors.
2. HIGH-QUALITY OPERATIONS
Provide high-quality naturopathic care in
a clinical setting, resulting in positive educational experiences for students
and positive outcomes for patients and clients.
3. A CULTURE OF
RESEARCH
Contribute to a body of research, by fostering the research skills
of students and having research conducted by faculty, graduates and naturopathic
researchers, in areas where naturopathic doctors have the greatest impact and
value.
4. PROMINENT NATIONAL PROFILE
Increase the awareness and
respect of the College among the profession, other health practitioners,
government and the public.
5. CHANGE AGENT
Foster positive change in
our health, our environment, and our health-care system through the promotion of
the principles and practices of naturopathic medicine. |
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