Supporting your professional journey

Embarking on a degree or career in natural therapies is an exciting and rewarding path — one that calls for passion, dedication and the right professional support. Having a trusted association by your side from the beginning can make all the difference. The Australian Natural Therapists Association (ANTA) is proud to offer support for students and new graduates. From free student membership and professional accreditation to ongoing learning and a connected community, ANTA is here to guide you every step of the way.

For over 70 years, ANTA has been one of Australia’s largest professional associations representing highly qualified natural therapy practitioners across disciplines including acupuncture, naturopathy, clinical nutrition, herbal medicine, myotherapy, remedial massage and Chinese medicine.

Becoming an ANTA-accredited practitioner plays a vital role in helping clients, peers, and the public identify professionals who have met clear, evidence-based professional standards. From the moment you join, ANTA accreditation supports essential aspects of clinical practice — facilitating access to professional insurance, private health fund recognition and a range of other benefits.

Celebrating the profession: The Natural Therapists’ Symposium (2025)

A highlight of ANTA’s calendar is The Natural Therapists Symposium (2025) to be held on the Sunshine Coast on October 10-11. This national event brings together students, practitioners, educators, researchers, industry exhibitors and key stakeholders for connection, learning and inspiration over two days.

Delegates will enjoy access to expert speakers, live panel discussions, practical workshops and invaluable networking opportunities. More than just a professional development event, the Symposium is a celebration of ANTA’s shared commitment to and investment in the profession’s future.

As part of ANTA’s 70-year celebrations, this year’s Symposium exemplifies its continued leadership in the natural therapies space, bringing together some of the most respected and innovative practitioner voices from across natural therapy disciplines.

What unites all the Symposium speakers is that they are not only leaders shaping the future of natural medicine, but also dedicated professionals who generously support their peers by sharing real-world insights and evidence-based strategies.

As part of an extensive, multi-modality curated program of immersive sessions, workshops and discussion forums, the Symposium will feature a diverse lineup of highly respected and innovative voices across natural therapy disciplines, including:

Tammy Guest: Naturopath, author, mentor, educator, entrepreneur: From Reflection to Action: Shape Your Practitioner Future with Purpose

Bodine Ledden: Soft tissue therapist, director, educator – Manual Therapy & the Predictive Brain: Rethinking Pain Modulation in Manual Therapy

Dr Kate Levett: Acupuncturist, epidemiologist, educator, maternal health research specialist – Frameworks for Integrative Models of Care

Tara Nelson: Naturopath, herbalist, nutritionist, author, mentor, educator, thyroid specialist – The Thyroid-Gut Connection – How the Microbiome Impacts Thyroid Health

ANTA is also excited to be joined by two inspiring, expert keynote speakers across the two-day event, with Mark Bunn presenting a transformative talk on “The Daily Habits of ‘Healthy’ High Achievers” and Dr Jodi Richardson sharing empowering insights for practitioners to “Elevate Your Wellbeing for a Thriving Practice”.

As a significant new milestone, the Symposium will also feature the ANTA Professional Excellence Awards recognising the outstanding achievements of practitioners, mentors, educators, innovators and entrepreneurs.

Whether you’re looking to expand your clinical knowledge, enhance your therapeutic approach or simply want to feel more connected and inspired, this is a must-attend event on your professional calendar.

CPD that inspires and informs

ANTA takes pride in offering high-quality Continuing Professional Development (CPD) opportunities that are accessible, relevant and free to ANTA members.

The ANTA Lunch & Learn Webinars provide expert insights, clinical themes, business guidance and practical advice across ANTA-recognised modalities and the broader natural therapies landscape.

ANTA also hosts exclusive Practitioner Roundtable Webinars, offering enhanced application-based learning through topical, expert-led Q&A panels facilitated by ANTA Branch Chairs and guest panellists.

Ready to take the next step?

Join a community of passionate, skilled professionals who are helping to shape the future of natural therapies in Australia. Whether you’re a student, recent graduate or experienced practitioner, ANTA is here to support you in thriving professionally, ethically and resiliently. Visit the website to learn more or to apply for a free student membership today.

Connect with ANTA today.

Telephone: 1800 817 577

Website: anta.com.au