General Council and Register of Naturopaths

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Regulating the naturopathic profession for over 50 years

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Naturopathy considers that the body heals itself, unless damage, dysfunction and degeneration are too advanced. Even then, functional improvement, or a delay of further decline, may be possible.

Leon Chaitow

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Welcome to the General Council and Register of Naturopaths

The General Council and Register of Naturopaths (GCRN) is the leading registering body for Naturopaths in the United Kingdom. It was first incorporated as the Nature Cure Society of Great Britain in 1925 and has been in existence in its present from since 1963.

Who Are GCRN

GCRN
The GCRNs key function is to enhance public protection by setting standards for registration.

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What is Naturopathy

What is Naturopathy
Naturopathy is a distinct primary health care system that blends modern scientific knowledge with traditional and natural forms of medicine.

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GCRN CPD Accreditation

GCRN CPD Accreditation
Effective CPD should ensure that practitioners stay up to date on the latest research and advances in healthcare relevant to maintaining safe practise.

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Affiliation(s)

The British Naturopathic Association
The GCRN is deeply affiliated with the British Naturopathic Association (BNA). Established in the early 1900s with its roots in the Nature Cure movement, the British Naturopathic Association (BNA) is a professional association for Registered Naturopaths providing mutual support, protection and continuing education for the furtherance of Naturopathy.
The World Naturopathic Federation
The GCRN is a full member of the World Naturopathic Federation (WNF). As a qualifying association the GCRN has shown:

  1. have a commitment to levels of training commensurate with delivery of primary care services in their country
  2. have a commitment to achieving statutory licensure or regulation in their country to ensure appropriate levels of accountability and SECRETARIAT standards in their respective country
  3. have a commitment to other principles around professionalisation as outlined in the World Health Organization’s Traditional Medicine Strategy.

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