🌿 Professional Registry FAQ

NHMEC Professional Registry

1️⃣ What is the NHMEC Professional Registry?

The NHMEC Professional Registry is a private, faith-based professional recognition system for graduates who have completed Practitioner Level training and meet registry requirements.

It recognizes educational achievement and ethical accountability within the Natural Health Ministries Education Center.

2️⃣ Is the NHMEC Registry a state license?

No.

NHMEC Registry is not a government license, medical board, or state-regulated authority.

It is private professional recognition within a faith-based educational institution.

3️⃣ Does completing Practitioner Level automatically register me?

No.

Completion of Practitioner Level training qualifies you to apply for registry, but registry status requires:

• Formal application
• Approval
• Agreement to Code of Ethics
• Scope of Practice acknowledgment
• Payment of registry fee

Registry is not automatic.

4️⃣ What designation may registered members use?

Approved members may use:

Registered Christian Herbal Wellness Practitioner
(RCHWP – NHMEC)

and more as listed in the Registry Levels & Designation Guide.

This designation may only be used while registry status is active and in good standing.

5️⃣ What is the difference between a Diploma and Registry status?

Diploma of Completion confirms educational achievement.

Registry status confirms:

• Active professional recognition
• Ethical accountability
• Continuing education compliance
• Annual renewal

You may hold a diploma without being registered.

6️⃣ Are continuing education hours required?

Yes.

Active registry members must complete annual continuing education (minimum 12–20 hours) to maintain registry status.

Documentation may be required at renewal.

7️⃣ What happens if I do not renew my registry?

If registry status lapses:

• You must immediately discontinue use of the RCHWP designation
• You must remove the Registry Seal from all materials
• You will be removed from the Professional Directory

Reinstatement may require review and additional fees.

8️⃣ Can registry status be revoked?

Yes.

Registry status may be suspended or revoked for:

• Ethical violations
• Misrepresentation of credentials
• Scope-of-practice violations
• Misuse of Registry Seal

See NHMEC Complaint & Review Policy for details.

9️⃣ Can I open a wellness practice with this registry?

Registry recognition affirms educational training and ethical standards.

However:

• It does not grant medical licensure
• It does not authorize diagnosis or treatment
• It does not override local business or regulatory laws

Registered practitioners must operate within lawful scope and refer medical conditions to licensed professionals.

🔟 What is the scope of practice for registered practitioners?

Registered practitioners may:

• Provide herbal and wellness education
• Offer lifestyle and nutrition education
• Conduct non-diagnostic consultations
• Use observational tools in educational context

Registered practitioners may not:

• Diagnose disease
• Treat medical conditions
• Prescribe pharmaceuticals
• Represent themselves as licensed healthcare providers

See Scope of Practice Policy for full details.

1️⃣1️⃣ Is NHMEC accredited?

NHMEC operates as a private faith-based educational institution.

Institutional accreditation, when referenced, applies to curriculum standards and does not imply medical licensure or government regulation.

1️⃣2️⃣ Why maintain registry status?

Registry status demonstrates:

• Ongoing commitment to education
• Ethical accountability
• Professional maturity
• Active standing within NHMEC

It distinguishes registered practitioners from course graduates.