National Certification Exam Contents

1. Examination in Traditional Naturopathy

The two-section ANCB examination in Traditional Naturopathy contains multiple-choice questions on the following topics:

Applicants receive a comprehensive study guide that provides the terminology and phrases taken from the field of study being tested. The definitions, concepts, and theories of these terms form the knowledge base of all naturopathic professionals.

Included with the study guide is an extensive book list that covers all topics tested on the certification examination. Although this is not a complete and exclusive list of texts, it provides the student with suggested titles. For example, one expectation of the naturopathic professional is to be well versed in the theory and practice of iridology. Historically, Bernard Jensen’s work in this field provided the hallmark for the topic. In recent years, research and development in the field of iridology has gone beyond Jensen’s work. The student must approach the examination with an understanding of such historical implications in the evolving field of naturopathy.

2. Examination in Nutritional Wellness

The four-section ANCB examination in Nutritional Wellness contains multiple-choice questions covering the following areas:

• Basic science as it pertains to holistic nutrition
• Using whole foods, supplements, vitamins and minerals to optimize wellness
• Relationships between environmental health and the health of individuals and communities
• Nutritional wellness through the lifespan from birth to death

Applicants receive a comprehensive study guide that provides the terminology and phrases taken from the field of nutritional wellness. The definitions, concepts, and theories of these terms form the knowledge base of all nutritional professionals.

Included with the study guide is an extensive book list that covers all topics tested on the certification examination. Although this is not a complete and exclusive list of texts, it provides the student with suggested titles.