1. Understand the theories, concepts and training that define the various complementary and integrative approaches and healers -- such as, acupuncture, healing touch, reflexology, chiropractic, osteopathy, massage therapy, mindfulness mediation, herbal supplements, nutrition, yoga, Chinese medicine, breathing, guided imagery, self-hypnosis.
2. Explore the physiologic bases for outcomes perceived by patients using integrative interventions.
3. Provide critical reviews of published literature and evidence-basis of various integrative therapies.
4. Develop insight into the health beliefs of a patient who seeks integrative therapy.
5. Comprehend the factors that contribute to patient satisfaction in receiving a complementary and integrative therapeutic interventions and understand how knowledge and use of the these techniques could improve patient satisfaction.