What criteria does CNME use in evaluating naturopathic medicine programs?
The evaluation process involves a comprehensive self-study by the program, periodic visits to the campus by CNME teams, and ongoing monitoring. Evaluation teams have three or more trained members, with at least one a practicing naturopathic physician, another a member of the Council, and another not affiliated with the naturopathic profession, its colleges, or CNME. Our Handbook of Accreditation for Naturopathic Medicine Programs contains our objectives, eligibility requirements, standards, policies, procedures, Articles of Incorporation, and Bylaws. The handbook may be ordered for $20 (U.S.), prepaid: Council on Naturopathic Medical Education P.O. Box 178 Great Barrington, MA 01230 Or, download a free PDF version of the handbook. The PDF file (81 pages, 800KB) may be opened and printed with Adobe Acrobat Reader, a free download. • Where may N.D.s practice? Fourteen states and four provinces allow the practice of naturopathic medicine: Alaska, Arizona, British Columbia, California, Con
