How We Decide
  • CCNM - Toronto Campus
    The decision to admit an applicant is based primarily on the applicant’s undergraduate grade point average (average 3.3) and admissions interview. In addition, the applicant will be assessed on:
    Personal Interview
    Applicants are chosen for interviews based on their academic performance. The interview team of one faculty member and one fourth-year student intern will assess an applicant’s ability to successfully complete the program.
    There are three components to the 45-minute interview:
    1. Scenarios with applicable questions (for which no prior medical knowledge is required)
    2. Questions related to motivation and familiarity with naturopathic medicine
    3. An opportunity for open dialogue
    Communication skills, commitment to naturopathic medicine and integrity will be assessed during the interview.
    Personal Statement/Essay
    Applicants are required to complete a personal statement/essay.
    Please follow the specific instructions included in the application.
    References
    Three letters of reference must be submitted online:
    • One academic reference
    • One reference from a regulated health-care professional
    • One reference from either of the above categories or a past employer/volunteer supervisor
    It is strongly recommended that you choose someone who has known you for two years or more who can comment on your capacity in the following areas:
    • Business management skills
    • High ethical standards and initiative
    • Demonstrated tolerance, compassion and empathy
    • Ability to handle stress and solve problems
    Resume
    Applicants must submit a current curriculum vitae/resume including the following information:
    • Education
    • Work experience
    • Volunteer experience
    • Awards
    • Skills and abilities
    Interviews
    Interviews are conducted at CCNM in Toronto for applicants who are able to travel to the campus. In extenuating circumstances, interviews may be conducted via Zoom or Skype for an applicant.
  • CCNM - Boucher Campus
    Essay
    Applicants must submit an essay that addresses the below specific areas:
    • Why do you want to become a naturopathic doctor?
    • What is the role of naturopathic medicine/naturopathic doctors in the health-care system?
    • How do you see the naturopathic profession evolving?
    • Discuss any life experiences (including your experience with naturopathic medicine) that have helped to prepare you for the rigorous academic demands and individual challenges associated with this program of study
    The essay should include your name, a title, be double-spaced, no more than four (4) pages and provided in PDF format.
    Please submit directly to CCNM - Boucher Campus Admissions:
    Mail: Admissions Department, CCNM - Boucher Campus, 435
    Columbia St, Suite 230, New Westminster, B.C., Canada V3L 5N8
    Email: info@ccnm.edu
    References
    Designate three referees to complete the Candidate Evaluation Form. The referee is also required to submit a signed and dated reference letter to evaluate the candidate in the following areas:
    • Adaptability
    • Communication Skills
    • Conflict Resolution
    • Empathy
    • Integrity
    • Interpersonal Relations
    • Knowledge of Profession
    • Leadership
    • Organizational Skills
    • Reaction to Criticism
    • Self-Awareness
    • Stress Management
    • Team Skills
    • Time Management
    Candidate Evaluation Forms in which fewer than eight (8) areas have been evaluated will not be accepted.
    References must be submitted directly from the referee to CCNM - Boucher Campus Admissions either by mail or email.
    References should be chosen from the following categories:
    • One academic reference
    • One reference from a regulated health-care professional
    • One reference from either of the above categories or a past employer/volunteer supervisor
    If you cannot provide a suitable reference from any of the above categories, you may substitute that category with an additional reference from one of the other categories.
    It is strongly recommended that you choose someone who has known you for two years or more, although consideration will be given to references who have known you for a minimum of one year.
    Resume
    Applicants must submit a current curriculum vitae/resume including the following information:
    • Awards and recognition
    • Club and association memberships
    • Continuing education completed
    • Health and environmental awareness
    • Relevant workshops and seminars attended
    • Research involvement
    • Sports and hobbies
    • Sustainable living examples
    • Travel experience
    • Volunteerism (please list the three (3) most relevant volunteer experiences)
    • Work experience
    Please submit directly to CCNM - Boucher Campus Admissions:
    Mail: Admissions Department, CCNM - Boucher Campus, 435
    Columbia St, Suite 230, New Westminster, B.C., Canada V3L 5N8
    Email: info@ccnm.edu
    Candidate Selection
    The Admissions Committee reviews each application in full detail.
    Admissions decisions are based on a composite of information, including the interview (conducted onsite), essay, letters of reference, academic standing in the programs in which you have studied, educational preparation, relevant professional activities, grades and experience with naturopathic medicine. All interviewed candidates will be informed of the decision by phone or email, typically within two weeks of the interview.
    If you are offered a seat and wish to reserve it, you must return an enrollment contract signed by the date specified on your offer of acceptance letter, combined with payment of the registration fee and confirmation of tuition enrollment deposit (10 per cent of tuition fee).
    Outstanding documentation required prior to enrollment will be noted on the back of your offer of acceptance letter. Your responsibility is to complete all outstanding prerequisites and meet all admissions requirements by the stated deadline(s). All students must also submit a criminal record check after registration in school and before enrollment into the program.
    Please note that due to the high volume of applications, some candidates will receive an official letter indicating that they are on the waitlist. At each round of intakes, there may be some accepted candidates who cannot enroll in the program. When that occurs, a seat becomes available for a candidate on the waitlist. Otherwise, candidates may defer to the next intake.
    Budget Worksheet
    All applicants offered an interview must fill out the Budget Worksheet.
    Criminal Records Background Check
    All applicants offered a seat must adhere to the Criminal Records Check policy.
    Immunization and Communicable Diseases Policy
    All applicants offered a seat must adhere to the Immunization and Communicable Diseases policy.
    Clinic Entry Requirements
    Students must also submit a valid and current Standard First Aid CPR-HCP certificate before entry into the program’s clinical component.