How do you become a Complementary & Alternative Medicine practitioner in the Netherlands?
A practical guide for English-speaking healthcare professionals
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Are you considering starting a practice in Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) in the Netherlands?
Starting a CAM practice in the Netherlands involves navigating rules, requirements, and cultural norms — and we know this can feel overwhelming.
That’s why we created this guide: to support professionals like you — therapists, coaches, and other holistic practitioners — in navigating the Dutch healthcare system with clarity and confidence.
What's inside the guide?
- Legal and regulatory requirements
A clear, step-by-step overview of what’s needed to meet Dutch legal and professional standards as a CAM practitioner. - Training and professional development
Insight into recognised training programmes and refresher courses — plus tips for intervision, peer learning and building strong professional networks. - Practical foundations for your practice
Guidance on topics like insurance, terms and conditions, and maintaining professional client records. - Marketing and client acquisition
Thoughtful strategies to grow your practice in a way that feels aligned with your values and builds trust with your clients. - Finance and administration
Tips to stay on top of your bookkeeping, time tracking and tax responsibilities — so your practice is not only impactful, but also sustainable.
For who is this guide intended?
- CAM practitioners such as therapists, coaches and counsellors, chiropractors, acupuncturists, naturopaths, hypnotherapists, osteopaths, homoeopathic therapists, and other professionals.
- Future CAM practitioners and students in health studies.
- Professionals looking to change careers.
- Those interested in the Dutch healthcare sector and its guidelines, rules, and laws.
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We hope it inspires you to explore the opportunities this field offers, and we wish you the best of luck on your journey!
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