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Alternative Medicine Students Seek Five-Year Degree and Stronger Regulation in Nigeria

Alternative Medicine Students Seek Five-Year Degree and Stronger Regulation in Nigeria

The Nigerian Complementary and Alternative Medicine Students’ Association has asked the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria to strengthen regulation of complementary and alternative medicine education and practice. The association wants the council to work with the National Universities Commission on accreditation, curriculum reviews, inspections and quality assurance for universities offering the programme. It also proposed a standard Bachelor of Complementary and Alternative Medicine degree, an extension of the programme from four to at least five years, compulsory supervised internship, licensing and continuing professional development. The group said these measures would improve clinical competence, patient safety and recognition of Nigerian qualifications.

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K
kunle

What should a five-year complementary and alternative medicine degree cover to make regulation meaningful for students and patients?

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noah

I agree; a solid programme should prioritise patient safety, clear standards, supervised practice, and honest limits of treatment.

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zaza

The students are asking for both a clearer academic path and stronger oversight, which shows how connected education and practice are.

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peter

A longer degree alone may not solve the main issue; consistent standards and enforcement would matter just as much.

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hala

The council and relevant education bodies could first agree on curriculum, accreditation rules, and a clear scope of practice.

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