Herbal Education Classes and Certifications

In order in educate the public, as well as the health practitioner, about the exploding trend in the use of herbal products in lieu of allopathic and chemical medication, the Northeast Holistic Center presents herbal education classes. These classes explore different herbs, their uses and means of administering them appropriately. Some classes also include herbal walks for the purpose of learning what the herbs look like in their natural setting.

The Northeast Holistic Center offers herbal care classes, lectures, and a certification course (called Basic Herbal Care) in herbal education. Basic Herbal Care is also offered as a correspondence course. Please visit our calendar for upcoming classes, or contact us for more information, to schedule a lecture or for a private herbal care session.

Herbal Care Classes

Any of the Basic Herbal Care certification course lessons can be taken as individual classes. Contact us for scheduling and fee information.

Herbal Care Lectures

We offer several lectures on herbal care that educate participants on topics ranging from growing an herb garden to the medicinal aspects of herbs.

Basic Herbal Care Certification Program

Also available is a more in-depth study of and experiential work with herbs in the Basic Herbal Care certification program. This education program includes the twenty-four classes, practicum work and application for certification.

Taught within the philosophy of total wellness (body, mind, emotions and spirit), the Basic Herbal Care Certification is a more in-depth study of and experiential work with herbs within the Basic Herbal Care classes.

This comprehensive certification course in herbal health care covers the use of traditional herbs, along with aromatherapy, flower essences, homeopathy, tea infusions and decoctions, tinctures, pills, capsules, salves and creams in the creation of herbal remedies. Hands-on experience in the identification of herbs and the creation of remedies is offered. Students are even taught how to decipher and interpret the labels on herbal remedies found in stores.

The Basic Herbal Care Certification program includes the twenty-four classes, practicum work and application for certification.

Note: You can take an individual class, OR you can take the twenty-four class course certification program. Basic Herbal Care is also offered as a correspondence course. Please visit our calendar for upcoming classes, or call us for more information.

Herbs Explored in Basic Herbal Care Classes for Certification [listed by class number]:

1. Parsley, Green Tea, Lemon Balm & St. John's Wort;
2. Raspberry Leaf, Chaste tree & Ginseng;
   
3. Echinacea, Goldenseal, Ginger, Peppermint;
   
4. Motherwort, Black Cohosh, Stevia and Licorice;
   
5. Uvaa Ursi, Corn Silk & Ground Ivy;
   
6. Red Clover & Calendula;
   
7. Oats, Garlic, Queen Anne's Lace & Yarrow;
   
8. Rosemary, Chamomile & Nettle;
   
9. Tansy, Pennyroyal & White Willow Bark;
   
10. Goldenrod, Thyme, Basil & Rose Hips;
    
11. Rue, Milk Thistle, Blueberry & Cinnamon;
    
12. Cleavers, Feverfew, Cayenne & Jamaican Dogwood;
    
13. Saw Palmetto, Oregon Grape Root, Crampbark & Oregano;
    
14. Gravel Root & Celery Seed;
    
15. Astragalus & Catnip;
    
16. Slippery Elm, Myrrh & Mullein;
    
17. Shepherd's Purse, Blue Cohosh, Dandelion & Plantain;
    
18. Yellowdock, Burdock Comfrey & Chickweed;
    
19. Hyssop, Eyebright & Ephedra;
    
20. Cat's Claw, Cayenne, Schisandra & Black Walnut;
    
21. Hops & Valerian;
    
22. Ginkgo & Skullcap;
    
23. Mugwort & Sage;
    
24. Written Exam.

Class Materials Covered [listed by class number]:

1. Learn the basics in using herbal infusions and different types of preparations and remedies.
   
2. Discuss what to look for in an herbal tincture when visiting your local health food store.
   
3. Work with herbs that stimulate and heal the body's systems.
   
4. Discover some herbal remedies for common ailments experienced by everyone.
   
5. Learn the basic principle involved in making your own herbal tincture.
   Practicum work: Make your own tincture at home.
   
6. Yes, spring cleaning and all cleaning can be done without caustic chemicals. Find out how.
   
7. Has that summer sun done in your skin. Work with herbal remedies to soothe & heal the skin.
   
8. From blondes to brunettes, no matter what kind of hair you have, herbs can help make it healthier.
   
9. Explore natural pest prevention around the home and garden.
   
10. Using common herbal preparation, learn how to make your own herbal first aid kit for home or travel. Learn about Chinese Medicine.
    
11. Everyday cooking can assist your healing and maintain your health.
    
12. Your pet can also benefit from the use of herbs. Find out simple remedies that are safe for your pets.
    
13. Explore ways to harvest and store herbs for year-round use.
    
14. Play with herbs that you may find in your kitchen that can assist in the healing process.
    
15. It is the season for children's colds and flu. Work with herbal preparation to help your child on the way to health.
    
16. Herbs that calm and soothe the body are the topic for this class.
    
17. Pampering your body with herbal care.
    
18. The Holistic Approach to addressing a disorder.
    
19. Dealing with coughs and colds.
    
20. Dealing with aches and pains.
    
21. Herbs to help ease the emotions.
    
22. How does the mind work to create different states of health
    
23. Work with the spiritual aspects of herbs in cleansing inappropriate energies and beliefs from the home.
    
24. After completing all classes and classwork, a written questionnaire about the proper use of herbal remedies is required for certification by the NHC.

Practicum Requirements: The final part of the certification process is a satisfactorily completed, teacher supervised and evaluated private herbal session with appropriate documentation by the student

For more information on herbal education please contact us or view our calendar.