About Us
Welcome to SHMCNYS
Central India’s first College of Naturopathy & Yogic Sciences, SHMCNYS, was established in the year 2009 by Shaheed Hemu Kalani Educational Society, Bhopal. The college offers 5 1/2 years BNYS (Bachelor of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences) Medical Degree Course, AFFILIATED TO MADHYA PRADESH MEDICAL SCIENCE UNIVERSITY, JABALPUR.
Students from various states and countries are currently studying in this college. This college have completed their education in 10 batches of graduation and 2 batches of post graduation and are well placed in their profession in India . The college is also offering three years post graduate courses (M.D) in 3 disciplines in Clinical Naturopathy, Clinical Acupunture & energy medicine and Clinical Yoga.
Academic Coursework
This BNYS program produces doctors of Naturopathic Medicine. Hence the academic program has been developed to ensure that students have the opportunity to build a strong foundation and to demonstrate competency in each major modality, including Hydrotherapy, Massage Therapy, Natural Dietetics, Fasting Therapy, Acupuncture, mind/body medicine involving Yoga and Physical Medicine.
Laboratory classes include dissection of cadavers, physical exams, palpation, manipulation, acupuncture, hydrotherapy, microbiology, histology, preparation of natural diet using herbs, and the use of simulation models. Didactic classes include traditional and adult learning classroom teaching methods, group projects, and experiential coursework.
Academic Support
Student Mentoring Program – Tutors provide one-on-one tutoring in a structured environment, helping with specific course content, study skills, time-management, and general advice for students struggling with the intensity of the program. This includes oversight of orientation, scheduling, and communication between tutors, students and faculty.
Directed Skill Development in Laboratory
The Directed Skill Development in Laboratory is a concept that supports and advances the safe and effective clinical skills development of students through directed laboratory learning experiences. This supports the development of the professional standards necessary for students to become competent and effective naturopathic physicians.
Students are allowed to participate in active skill development in each specific modality. Modalities to be covered include manipulative therapies, acupuncture needling, hydrotherapy and first aid techniques.
Clinical Skills Development
The Clinical Skills Development by postings in various Hospitals on rotation is facilitated to support and advance clinical skills development in conjunction with physical diagnosis, clinical assessment and clinical sciences courses and clinical rotations. Prior to entering the clinic, students have the opportunity to develop and practice their clinical skills in the labs by using simulation models that represent numerous body systems, to include pulmonary, cardiac, genitourinary, gynecology etc. This program is conducted designed to develop clinical students in the areas of case taking, physical exams, case analysis, charting, differential diagnosis, diagnostic work up, treatment plan, and patient interaction. The lab offers an opportunity for faculty to refer students for remediation or additional practice in developing specific clinical skills.
Scope of practice
The legal aspects of practicing naturopathic medicine vary by state in India. However, BNYS graduates are licensed to practice following the State Government Registration under Class ‘A’ Medical Practitioners. This registration is provided by the Department of AYUSH by the respective State Government.
