Build a direct pathway to a career in naturopathic medicine through this unique, first-of-its-kind double degree. Spend your first three years at Trent studying science, humanities and health while completing the academic requirements for your ND designation. Then transition to the CCNM in Toronto for four years of classroom and clinical training, preparing to practice an evidence-informed, integrative approach to healthcare.
- Earn two respected degrees in seven years: a Bachelor of Arts and Science (General) from Trent and a Doctor of Naturopathy from CCNM.
- Develop clinical skills through hands-on training in teaching clinics and community placements while studying botanical medicine, nutrition, acupuncture, and physical medicine.
- Follow a coordinated academic pathway with advising and support to help you complete CCNM prerequisites at Trent and transition into professional naturopathic medicine training.
Earn a Bachelor of Arts & Science degree at Trent and Doctor of Naturopathy from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (CCNM) in seven years through Canada’s first double degree pathway to naturopathic medicine.
Gain valuable career experience while earning academic credit.
Requirements
If you are coming straight from high school in Ontario or are a recent grad, the general admission requirements are:
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
- A minimum of six Grade 12 4U or 4M courses, including program-specific prerequisites
- ENG4U with a minimum of 60%
| Admission Requirements | Recommended Admission Requirements | Estimated Admission Average | Co-op Admission Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENG4U, SBI4U, SCH4U | 80-82% |
The Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine agrees to review applications for conditional acceptance from any student who is in Year 2 of the Bachelor of Arts and Science General - Naturopathy Double Degree program at Trent University with a minimum 75%/3.0 GPA overall average. Trent students shall apply directly through the NDCAS application system used by the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine. Students must meet all specific admission requirements (i.e., interview essay, references) and fulfill any conditions (e.g., GPA requirements, and prerequisite courses) for entry into the Doctor of Naturopathy Degree program. Requirements for admission are outlined on the CCNM website.
Trent devotes more of our operating budget to undergraduate scholarships and bursaries than any other University our size in the country. It's why we've been one of the best in Ontario for for more than 20 years.
At Trent University, we believe in rewarding academic excellence. That's why we have recently increased all of our renewable entrance scholarships.
Whether you are coming to Trent from within Canada or across the world, all students are automatically considered for entrance scholarships based on your academic achievement – no application required. Canadian students entering with an average of 95%+ earn full tuition. 80% or higher? You qualify for scholarships valued at over $18,000, with recipients of our most prestigious scholarships earning up to $30,000 over four years. International students are eligible for scholarships valued at up to $12,000 over four years, renewable annually throughout your degree.
Students may apply for scholarships offered by the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine when enrolled in the Doctor of Naturopathy Degree program based on availability for that particular academic year.
To qualify for the double degree, students must: Apply to Trent University through the Ontario Universities’ Application Centre (OUAC) and select the Bachelor of Arts and Science – Naturopathy Double Degree.
The double degree pathway integrates the humanities and social sciences, sciences, and health fields, equipping future healthcare leaders with the interdisciplinary and well-rounded perspective that is essential to meeting the complex needs of today’s communities.
- Build your scientific and research skills through hands-on labs in biology, chemistry and psychology, with opportunities to pursue independent faculty supervised research projects.
- Connect with naturopathic medicine research at CCNM through projects and Research Club events available through Trent’s broader CCNM partnership.
- Build your scientific foundation at Trent through laboratory-based study in areas such as human anatomy and physiology, and cellular and molecular biology.
- Connect science, society and health through case-based learning and colloquia that prepares you to approach healthcare from multiple perspectives.
- Develop hands-on clinical skills at CCNM, providing supervised patient care in teaching clinics while practising naturopathic approaches including botanical medicine, acupuncture, nutrition and physical medicine.
- Participate in community outreach placements, serving diverse populations, and expanding your clinical perspective.
- Gain community placement and paid internship experience during the professional phase of the program, working with diverse populations while developing practical skills in naturopathic healthcare.