Naturopath is a new type of Career in The Sims 4 Enchanted by Nature. It is a hybrid career where Sims can choose to go to work, work from home, or treat clients at their home lot. This guide will explore both career branches, all levels, rewards, skills, and how to advance as a successful Naturopath.
1. Recommended Traits for Naturopath Career
Some traits will help make progressing in the Naturopath Career easier by boosting skill gain or aligning with career activities:
- Mystical: Helps build Apothecary and Gardening more efficiently.
- Genius: Helps Sims stay Focused, boosting Apothecary and Natural Living skill gain.
2. How to Join the Naturopath Career
To join the Naturopath Career, a Sim can:
- Use a computer: Career > Find a Job
- Use the phone: Business > Find a Job
- Click the Career panel (if unemployed): Join a Career
It all starts by joining the Naturopath Career.
3. All Naturopath Career Levels and Promotion Rewards
The First Five Levels
These levels focus on building the Natural Living and Apothecary Skills to level 5. After Level 5, Sims choose a branch: Apothe-curist or Lifestyle Coaching.
Level 1 – Naturopath Intern
- Salary: §18/hour
- Hours: 8am – 5pm (Mon–Sat)
- Daily Task: Study Holistic Care on Computer
- Promotion Requirements: None
Level 2 – Apothecary Apprentice
- Salary: §32/hour
- Hours: 8am – 5pm (Mon–Sat)
- Daily Task: Study Holistic Care on Computer
- Promotion Requirements: Natural Living Level 2, Apothecary Level 2
- Promotion Bonus: §225, Discuss Healing Frequencies, Sympathetic Hug
Level 3 – Natural Living Novice
- Salary: §50/hour
- Hours: 8am – 5pm (Mon–Sat)
- Daily Task: Study Holistic Care on Computer
- Promotion Requirements: Natural Living Level 3, Apothecary Level 3
- Promotion Bonus: §300
Level 4 – Holistic Care Trainee
- Salary: §72/hour
- Hours: 8am – 5pm (Mon–Sat)
- Daily Task: Study Holistic Care on Computer
- Promotion Requirements: Natural Living Level 4, Apothecary Level 4
- Promotion Bonus: §475, Educate About Balance
Level 5 – Client Care Generalist
- Salary: §94/hour
- Hours: 8am – 5pm (Mon–Sat)
- Daily Task: Study Holistic Care on Computer
- Promotion Requirements: Natural Living Level 5, Apothecary Level 5
- Promotion Bonus: §550, Gift Apothecary Ingredient, The Balance Reset Kit
Apothe-curist Branch
This branch focuses on Apothecary and Gardening.
Apothe-curists are dedicated to mastering Apothecary.
Level 6 – In-House Forager
- Salary: §146/hour
- Hours: 10am – 6pm (Tues–Fri, Sun)
- Daily Task: Study Apothecary Cures at Apothecary Table
- Promotion Requirements: Gardening Level 2, Apothecary Level 6
- Promotion Bonus: §750, Apothe-curist Uniform
Level 7 – Horticulturalist
- Salary: §162/hour
- Hours: 10am – 6pm (Tues–Fri, Sun)
- Daily Task: Study Apothecary Cures at Apothecary Table
- Promotion Requirements: Gardening Level 3, Apothecary Level 7
- Promotion Bonus: §825, Stress Plant-Based Care
Level 8 – Elixir Specialist
- Salary: §182/hour
- Hours: 9am – 4pm (Tues–Fri, Sun)
- Daily Task: Study Apothecary Cures at Apothecary Table
- Promotion Requirements: Gardening Level 4, Apothecary Level 8
- Promotion Bonus: §900, Balanced Carved Wood Decor
Level 9 – Phytotherapist
- Salary: §206/hour
- Hours: 9am – 4pm (Tues–Fri, Sun)
- Daily Task: Study Apothecary Cures at Apothecary Table
- Promotion Requirements: Gardening Level 5, Apothecary Level 9
- Promotion Bonus: §825
Level 10 – Master Apothecarist
- Salary: §234/hour
- Hours: 9am – 4pm (Tues–Fri, Sun)
- Daily Task: Study Apothecary Cures at Apothecary Table
- Promotion Requirements: Gardening Level 6, Apothecary Level 10
- Promotion Bonus: §1,100, Holistic Healer Trait
Lifestyle Coaching Branch
This branch emphasizes Natural Living and Fitness.
Natural Living is the main focus for Sims in the Lifestyle Coaching branch.
Level 6 – Skills Class Coordinator
- Salary: §160/hour
- Hours: 8am – 4pm (Sun–Tues, Thurs–Fri)
- Daily Task: Research in the Wilds
- Promotion Requirements: Natural Living Level 6, Fitness Level 2
- Promotion Bonus: §775, Lifestyle Coaching Uniform
Level 7 – Foraging Field Guide
- Salary: §178/hour
- Hours: 8am – 4pm (Sun–Tues, Thurs–Fri)
- Daily Task: Research in the Wilds
- Promotion Requirements: Natural Living Level 7, Fitness Level 3
- Promotion Bonus: §865, Rave About Foraged Foods
Level 8 – Natural Living Instructor
- Salary: §200/hour
- Hours: 7am – 3pm (Sun–Tues, Thurs–Fri)
- Daily Task: Research in the Wilds
- Promotion Requirements: Natural Living Level 8, Fitness Level 4
- Promotion Bonus: §955
Level 9 – Balance Counselor
- Salary: §226/hour
- Hours: 7am – 3pm (Sun–Tues, Thurs–Fri)
- Daily Task: Research in the Wilds
- Promotion Requirements: Natural Living Level 9, Fitness Level 5
- Promotion Bonus: §1,045
Level 10 – Certified Lifestyle Coach
- Salary: §256/hour
- Hours: 7am – 3pm (Sun–Tues, Thurs–Fri)
- Daily Task: Research in the Wilds
- Promotion Requirements: Natural Living Level 10, Fitness Level 6
- Promotion Bonus: §1,135, Everdew Wisdom Frame Pack
4. Naturopath Work Options – Go to Work, Home Tasks, and Client Visits
- Go To Work: Rabbithole work
- Work From Home: Complete a task by end of day
- See Clients at Home: Starts at Level 2
- Take PTO: Use vacation time
There are plenty of options for how to complete a work day in the Naturopath Career.
Work From Home Tasks
- Craft Cures at Apothecary Table
- Use Apothecary Career Socials on Sims
- Follow-Up With Clients via phone
Naturopaths might have to follow-up on their recent clients to see how they’re doing.
How to Diagnose Clients in Naturopath Home Visits
- Conduct Client Intake & Holistically Examine
- Complete Client Assessment & Discuss options
- Use Identify Root Cause
- Give Sympathetic Hug and Cure
Tip: Always stock one of each Ailment Cure in your inventory before a visit.
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- There’s plenty of time to diagnose and treat the visiting client.
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- Conduct Client Intake.
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- Client Assessment Options.
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- Discuss Options.
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- Keep talking to the client until a solid diagnosis is made.
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- Sympathetic Hug.
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- Giving the client the cure is the last step.
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- Make sure to give the client the right Elixir.
5. How to Complete Daily Tasks
- Research Elixirs & Cures: Computer > Web
- Study Apothecary Cures: At Apothecary Table
- Research in the Wilds: Click ground outside
Research in the Wilds can only be done once between shifts.
6. All Skills for Promotions in the Naturopath Career
- Apothecary
- Natural Living
- Fitness
- Gardening
Apothecary
- Craft at the Apothecary Table
- Read skill books or research on computer
- Focused mood boosts progress
Fitness
- Workout at home or gym
- Jog, swim, or do floor exercises
- Energized mood helps skill gain
Gardening
- Grow plants used in Apothecary crafts
- Read Gardening books
- Inspired mood improves gains
Natural Living
- Forage, bathe in water, sleep outdoors
- Focused mood increases gains
When working on a skill, get into the right mood to level up faster.
7. Best University Degrees for Naturopath Career
If you own Discover University, these degrees help:
- Biology: Both branches
- Physics: Apothe-curist
- Psychology: Lifestyle Coaching
8. Final Tips for Mastering the Naturopath Career
- Always keep one of every Cure in your inventory
- Use a Treatment Room to stop clients wandering off
- Stock Ingredients in advance to save crafting time
As you speak to the client, they’ll tell you their symptoms, indicating a possible diagnosis.
See our Apothecary Skill Guide for more tips on fast crafting and elixir success.
