May train in another therapy to complement the practice. The salary data was collected in Feb 00 Great variation in earnings, depending on style of working, hours worked and location of practice. Patient base must be established before earnings are significant. May work from own home, from alternative therapy clinic or sometimes a GP surgery. Homoeopaths frequently offer evening or Saturday appointments and occasionally do home visits.
Jobs are available in most areas Can set up practice virtually anywhere.
Success will depend on size of local population and amount of competition from other practitioners. Lifestyle implications Within confines of professional conduct, can dictate their own lifestyle. Need to be regularly accessible to patients. Financial pressures of self employment and continuous patient contact can be stressful. May practice from several locations, requiring travel.