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HomeBusiness and Professions CodeDiv. 2Ch. 8.2Art. 6§ 3660 Naturopathic Doctor Licensing Requirements

§ 3660 Naturopathic Doctor Licensing Requirements

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§ 3660 Naturopathic Doctor Licensing Requirements

Key Takeaways

  • •You need a valid license to call yourself a naturopathic doctor or use titles like 'N.D.'
  • •If your license is suspended or revoked, you can't claim to be a naturopathic doctor
  • •This rule starts on January 1, 2025, and ends on January 1, 2027

Example

Someone opens a clinic and calls themselves a 'naturopathic doctor' without a license

This person is breaking the law because they don't have a valid license to use that title

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 3660 Naturopathic Doctor Licensing Requirements

Except as provided in subdivision (h) of Section 3644, a person shall have a valid, unrevoked, or unsuspended license issued under this chapter to do any of the following: (a) To claim to be a naturopathic doctor, licensed naturopathic doctor, doctor of naturopathic medicine, doctor of naturopathy, or naturopathic medical doctor. (b) To use the professional designation “N.D.” or other titles, words, letters, or symbols with the intent to represent that they practice, are authorized to practice, or are able to practice naturopathic medicine as a naturopathic doctor. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 497, Sec. 45. (SB 1526) Effective January 1, 2025. Repealed as of January 1, 2027, pursuant to Section 3686.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

n.d.medicalclaimlicensein californiaexceptiondesignation

Related Statutes

  • § 3661 Naturopathic Doctor Title Use
  • § 3642 Naturopathic Doctor Restrictions
  • § 3663 Naturopathic Doctor Discipline Rules
  • § 3761 Respiratory Care Licensing Requirements
  • § 657 Healthcare Access For Uninsured

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Business and Professions Code. Section 3660.
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