Policies, Procedures, Tuition, Etc.
ADMISSIONS POLICY
PREREQUISITES TO ENROLL
Certificate or Diploma Program
A student must verify evidence of graduation from high school or evidence of completion of a (GED) General Education Development.
Bachelor of Science in Natural Health
A student must verify evidence of graduation from high school or evidence of completion of a (GED) General Education Development.
Master Level Programs
A student must hold a recognized Bachelor's degree in a natural health field (or its equivalent).
Doctorate Level Programs
A student must hold a recognized Master's degree in a natural health field.
NMD or HMD Programs
Applicable only to licensed (or the equivalent) professionals.
COURSE CREDIT TRANSFERS/ADVANCED STANDING
If a student has completed prior college work that is equivalent to a comparable course, it may be permissible to transfer credit hours into a degree program.
Requirements for transfer are:
 Courses transferred into the Bachelor program must have a Grade of C or better.
 Courses transferred into the Masters/Doctorate level programs must have a Grade of B or better.
 Courses which may be transferred must be comparable to the courses in the degree program in which you are applying.
 An Official Transcript must be sent directly to KCNH for review.
 Only credits earned prior to enrollment will be considered for transfer.
 Courses being transferred must come from approved or recognized institutions.
 Each request for transfer is reviewed by an academic committee.
COURSE CREDIT THROUGH LIFE EXPERIENCE/ADVANCED STANDING
In some cases a student may possess life experience, but lack transferable credit hours. In such cases the academic review committee will determine the number of credits allowable. The academic committee may utilize a variety of assessment tools in determining if the life experiences are equivalent to the objectives of a course. Some of the assessment tools utilized may consist of: Subject Challenge Test-Outs, Professional Portfolio Review, Professional Reference Review, and other assessment tools.
24 HOUR EVALUATION
In order to receive a quick evaluation of your education and life experience, simply fill out (hand-written or typed) the Application/Resume and fax it to us for a decision by phone within 24 hours concerning credits awarded, costs, payment schedule, etc. You may fax the resume to (281) 446-0215. (This is a 24 hour fax line.)
SAMPLE CATEGORIES FOR LIFE EXPERIENCE CREDIT:
 Career/job-related activities
 Seminars/individual courses
 Military service
 Occupational training
 College course/degrees
 Correspondence courses
 Counseling/Consultation
 Radio/TV experience
 Community volunteer activities
 Authoring of book (s), articles
NOTE: Any such experiences/studies must be documented in writing when submitted.
Providing false documentation or information is grounds for immediate dismissal.
DENIAL OF ADMITTANCE INTO A DEGREE PROGRAM
KCNH has the right to deny admittance to any applicant based on the following:
 A history of violent and abusive behavior
 Mental Instability
 False statements on application
 Poor credit history
 Other reasons/or conditions not listed in the aforementioned above
INDIVIDUALIZED LEARNING APPROACH/
HOME STUDY ALTERNATIVE
Programs of study at Kingdom College of Natural Health are designed so courses can be completed with maximum freedom of study and flexibility. When a student enrolls in a program, course assignments and required textbooks are mailed to him/her. When a student completes a course, new materials for the next course will be mailed to him/her. Students are encouraged to contact KCNH by telephone, letter, or email four weeks before the completion of each course. KCNH will in turn ship their next course and textbook without interruption or delay. This method helps a student to maintain his/her momentum, since he/she may be new to the distance education arena. Each course assignment has a due date which in turn keeps a student on track.
INSTRUCTIONAL METHODS
A doctorate level professor will ALWAYS grade or assess a student's coursework. Unlike some colleges that allow course graders (or grading professors) to hold only an undergraduate degree, this method ensures the best education possible for a student. Moreover, professors only grade coursework in subjects they are proficient in.
EXAMINATIONS
Every college student is concerned about final exams, because their final grade is most likely determined by the final exam. KCNH does not require examinations to determine the learning or abilities of a student. Our reason is simple. First, some students freeze-up when they realize their final grade will be based on their score on the exam. Second, since our coursework is so extensive requiring essays, tapes, etc., it seems redundant to require an exam inasmuch as the submitted coursework is evidence of the knowledge a student possesses.
ADVANTAGES AND SERVICES
Each course assignment is shipped with a textbook included at no extra cost. Therefore, students will not need to purchase a separate textbook. If textbooks were not included, it would cause the student to experience a delay in completing their work in a timely manner. All our textbooks are written by the most competent authors who are experts in their field. Therefore, to offer a degree program at our low tuition rates along with textbooks is an advantage to students. KCNH decided to use this concept since its leaders have many years of experience in the field of distance/nontraditional education. Furthermore, these leaders/teachers have successfully mentored and graduated thousands of students. This method has proven time and again to be of benefit to students according to their own testimonies. Some colleges that specialize in long-distance education seldom mention what a student should do when they have a question and need to talk with a professor. Not only do we allow students to call us Toll Free on our hotline to speak with their professors, but we encourage this. Few colleges make such a statement since they prefer not to be bothered with telephone calls once a student enrolls. Imagine how wonderful this service is for a student who is struggling with a certain subject.
COURSEWORK AND CREDIT HOURS
A student is mailed one course at a time and the approximate time for completion is eight to ten weeks. Textbooks are also included with all coursework. There are no test requirements for students, since the coursework is very thorough and the completed work is a reflection of how much a student has learned. Coursework consists of multiple choice questions, fill-in-the-blanks, essays, true and false questions, and outlines. From time to time students are required to develop lectures recorded on cassette or video tape. Some non-traditional educational institutions do not require enough clock-hours for a student, but KCNH is different. To ensure a quality education for a student, we design courses that require 20 to 30 clockhours per one credit hour of study. This means a 3 credit hour course will take approximately 60 to 90 clock-hours to complete depending upon the abilities of a student.
TUITION
DEGREE
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Credit
Hours
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Price per
CH
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Total Tuition
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Monthly Payment
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Certificate Programs
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12
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$45.00
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$540.00
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$67-$90
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Diploma Programs
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30
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$45.00
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$1,350.00
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$75-$90
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Bachelor of Science in Natural Health (B.S.)
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90
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$50.00
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$4,500.00
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$75-$150
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Master of Science in Natural Health (M.S.)
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54
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$55.00
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$2,970.00
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$75-$150
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Master of Homeopathy (M.Hom.)
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46
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$55.00
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$2,530.00
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$75-$150
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Master of Naturopathic Psychology (M.N.Psy.)
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45
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$55.00
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$2,475.00
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$75-$150
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Doctor of Natural Health (D.N.H.)
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58
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$65.00
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$3,770.00
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$85-$175
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Doctor of Naturopathic Psychology (D.N.Psy.)
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65
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$65.00
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$4,225.00
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$85-$175
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Doctor of Homeopathy (D.Hom.)
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60
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$65.00
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$3,900.00
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$85-$175
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Doctor of Naturopathy (N.D.)
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62
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$65.00
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$4,030.00
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$85-$175
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Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
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80
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$65.00
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$5,200.00
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$85-$175
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Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine (N.M.D.)
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40
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$88.00
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$3,520.00
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$85-$175
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Doctor of Homeopathic Medicine (H.M.D.)
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40
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$88.00
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$3,520.00
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$85-$175
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NOTE: Occasionally, partial scholarships may be available for qualified students.
PAYMENT BY CREDIT CARDS: We accept Visa, Master Card, American Express, personal checks and money orders to be paid in US dollars.
*No interest is charged to students who use the monthly installment payment plan above.
**A student’s hours may be reduced as well as monthly installment payments based on transcript credits or life experience credit awarded.
REFUND POLICY
When a student withdraws from a degree program within 30 days from the date of enrollment the full tuition will be refunded. Any materials or textbooks in the possession of a student must be returned to Kingdom College of Natural Health before a refund will be given. 50% of the tuition will be returned to a student when he/she withdraws between 30-60 days of acceptance. After 60 days of acceptance the refund will be 0%.
LATE FEES
Students electing to pay for their coursework on a monthly basis will be charged a late fee if the tuition payment is not received in our offices by the 15th day of the month.
NOTE: Repeated late payments and/or failure by a student to pay a contract as agreed, may adversely affect a person’s credit rating. If a student becomes 60 days past due on payments, grades and courses will not be shipped until the student’s account becomes current.
TIME LIMITS FOR DEGREE COMPLETION
A student is sent only one course at a time. A textbook accompanies each course assignment. In most instances a student is allowed eight to ten weeks to complete each course. This is important, inasmuch as when a “Turn-In” date is not given to a student, they tend to lag behind and get discouraged. NOTE: Extensions are allowable in some cases when approved by KCNH.
YEARLY LIMITS:
 Certificate — 8 months (3/4 years)
 Diploma — 18 months (1 1/2 years)
 Bachelors Degree — 60 months (5 years)
 Masters Degree — 36 months (3 years)
 Doctorate Degree — 48 months (4 years)
 Doctor of Philosophy degree — 60 months (5 years)
NOTE: The above deadlines may be decreased depending on the number of credits awarded upon enrollment in a degree program.
REMEDIAL COURSES
Students who have difficulty with spelling, reading, writing, or comprehension may be required to take one or all of the following courses. There is no charge for these studies and no credit is awarded.
Correct English - Comprehensive English - Spelling - Better Writing Skills
COURSE RETURN POLICY
All coursework submitted for degree studies become the property of KCNH. Coursework will not be returned, so you must make a photocopy for your own records.
COURSE SUBSTITUTION POLICY
KCNH reserves the right to substitute any course at any time for any reason. The likelihood of KCNH substituting a course is rare, however, occasionally a book goes out of print and this forces KCNH to substitute.
COURSE DELINQUENCIES
It is the student’s responsibility to notify KCNH when additional time is needed to complete a course. KCNH’s guidelines for completing courses are: All 3-4 credit hour courses should be completed within an 8 week period; All 6 credit hour courses should be completed within a 12 week period; each thesis (25,000 words) should be completed within a 16 week period. Students are allowed 2 extensions per course based upon approval from the Academic Review Committee for extenuating circumstances. If a course is submitted within 30 days after the date of the second extension due date, the student will receive an automatic grade point deduction. However, if a student is given 2 extensions and has not submitted the course within the 30 days following the 2nd extension due date, the student will have to retake the course and pay a $75.00 fee to retake the course.
ELECTIVES
* See each individual degree program for detailed information.
AGREEMENT
Student agrees and understands that all coursework is by correspondence. Any degree that is earned by a student does not give him/her any right to practice in the field of natural health, health counseling/and or consultation, or to practice any form of medicine without state approval. Kingdom College of Natural Health has no authority to grant the right to anyone to practice what they have learned at KCNH.
EXPULSION POLICY
KCNH has the right to expel any student for the following reasons:
 Violent & abusive conduct directed toward KCNH faculty or staff and/or staff of the Educational Resource & Management Center
 Repeatedly displaying an obstinate (i.e., not able to be taught) attitude
 Mental instability
 Other reasons/or conditions not listed in the aforementioned above
JOB PLACEMENT
Kingdom College of Natural Health does not offer a job placement service. It does however make available to students referral requests that may come in from various companies seeking qualified individuals. A database of students is maintained so this information can be provided to parties requesting information. Students should periodically update information to the database.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Students will have many reasons to enroll in a natural health program. Some may enroll simply to increase personal knowledge, while others may enroll to gain knowledge that will provide them with the necessary background to enter the field of natural health. Some career opportunities that may be possible include: Natural Health Educator, Natural Health Product Retailer/Wholesaler, Naturopath/Naturopathic Consultant, Holistic Health Consultant, Nutrition Consultant, Natural Health Writer and Natural Health Consultant.
NATUROPATHIC CERTIFICATION
LICENSING REQUIREMENTS
Some states and countries require one to hold a license to work in specialized areas of the natural health field. It would be advisable for a student to contact their state, territory, or country licensing divisions in regards to regulations and policies pertaining to this matter. It is not the goal of KCNH to prepare students to meet licensing requirements inasmuch as each state, territory, and country has different policies relevant to the natural health field. The sole purpose of KCNH is to provide students with academically sound programs of study.
NONDISCRIMINATION
The Kingdom College of Natural Health Nondiscrimination Policy does not permit discrimination on the basis of gender, race, creed, national origin, or disability.
ACCREDITATION / MEMBERSHIPS
Kingdom College of Natural Health and all of its programs are accredited by:
Incorporated in the State of Texas
Kingdom College of Natural Health holds professional membership to:
Incorporated in the State of California
Complementary Medicine Association (CMA)
Incorporated in the State of Arizona
Kingdom College of Natural Health expressly reserves the right to change without notice all information contained herein; including, but not limited to, the following: fees and tuition, policy and procedures, degrees offered, required coursework and course offerings, and/or degree/academic requirements.
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