COMMUNITY HERBALIST PROGRAM
Engaging with nature allows us to deeply nourish and enhance the health of our body, mind and spirit in ways that are life supportive and regenerative. Plants communicate with us in healing and energetic ways that bring us a sense of place and knowing. They gently lead our bodies into balance through our natural affinity for plant medicine that has spanned thousands of years.
The COMMUNITY HERBALIST program is a twelve module, one year program that will provide you with a strong background in herbal medicine and nutrition allowing you to provide your community with the information they need to reach optimal health and wellness.
In this program, you will learn the following:
BODY SYSTEMS
- Immune/Lymphatic
- Digestive
- Skin
- Muscular/Skeletal
- Cardiovascular
- Nervous
- Urinary
- Endocrine
- Respiratory
- Reproductive
TOPICS COVERED
- Detoxification
- Inflammation & Pain
- Wildcrafting & Harvesting
- Memory & Cognitive Thought
- Herb Gardening
- Herbal First Aid
- Herbs for Allergies
- Cancer Preventation
- Obstetrics & Pediatrics
- Basic Botany
- AND MANY MORE!!
THE ART OF MEDICINE MAKING
Throughout the program there will be in-depth lessons on creating the following plant medicines:
- Infusions
- Decoctions
- Tinctures
- Glycerites
- Syrups
- Oxymels
- Herb-Infused Honey
- Poultices & Fomentations
- Herbs Infused Oils
- Salves
- Liniments
- Flower Essences
- Hydrosols
- Herbal Salt & Spice Blends
- Formulations
- Herb-Drug Interactions
HOLISTIC PROTOCOLS:
- Acid Reflex & Heartburn
- Eczema & Acne
- Headaches & Migraines
- Rheumatoid Arthritis & Osteoarthritis
- Cholesterol
- Depression
- Urinary Tract Infections
- Alzheimer’s & Dementia
- Hyperthyroid & Hypothyroid
- Menstrual Cramps
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Cold and Flu
- Anxiety
- Type 2 Diabetes
- AND MANY MORE!!
IN-DEPTH STUDY OF OVER 110 HERBS
Dandelion
Burdock
California Poppy
Chamomile
Comfrey
Marshmallow
Lavender
Lemon Balm
Holy Basil
Linden
Motherwort
Hyssop
Horsetail
Hawthorn
Violet
Wood Betony
Rose
Skullcap
Plantain
Peppermint
Yellow Dock
St. John’s Wort
Red Clover
Valerian
Milk Thistle
Kava Kava
Astragalus
Elderberry
Echinacea
Gingko Biloba
AND MANY MORE!!
PROGRAM DETAILS
IN-PERSON
The Community Herbalist program will be taught ‘live and in person’ in Hampton NB. There will be one weekend day class per month from 9:30am-4pm. During the summer months, the class will take place at the Bear Roots Forest farm (Hampton) and an outdoor location in Moncton (TBD). Each class will include hands-on medicine making as well as the opportunity to try different herbal remedies. In addition to the full day class, each student will be given access to the online course where there will be additional information for the monthly module. There will be mini-courses, video lectures, pdfs, quizzes, an assignment as well as case study work for each module that will deepen the learning experience.
Course Start Date:
September 2021 in Hampton
ONLINE
The Community Herbalist program is available for online study if you are unable to attend the in-person classes. Each module will include mini-courses, video lectures, quizzes, pdfs, quizzes, an assignment as well as case study work for each module that will deepen the learning experience. Each month, a package will be delivered to the student containing the necessary materials to create the herbal remedies for the medicine making portion of the month’s lesson. Students taking the online version are able to attend any of the in-person classes if they are able to.
Online Course Start Date:
January 2021
COURSE COMPLETION
In order to receive a Community Herbalist certification, students will be required to complete all assignments, a final exam as well as 4 case studies.
COST OF THE PROGRAM:
If payment is made in full the cost is $800. Monthly and quarterly payment plans are available however the cost of the program increases slightly.
If you are interested in registering for the Community Herbalist program please complete the registration form that can be found HERE.
- Lifetime access –so you can review the content as many times as you like, forever!
- Monthly live Q&A sessions with Tatum-to ask your questions directly, live and in person! (They’re even archived, in case you miss one!)
- Ask questions anytime –you can ask any questions by email or text message, and receive a response within 24 hours.
- No-risk money back guarantee –no questions asked! You will have 14 days from the start of the course to receive a full refund & 30 days from the start of the course to receive a partial refund.
- Online students– receive a monthly package with everything required to make the herbal remedies for the month’s lesson.
- Hours of Study- this course will provide you with 600 hours of study through the lesson, assignments, videos and additional research.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a time limit to complete the course?
If you are taking the course ‘live and in person’ you will have six months after the last class to pass in all assignments, case studies and final exam.
If you are an online student you will have two years to complete the course to receive your Community Herbalist certification.
If you need more time there is a fee of $1oo for a six month extension.
What is the difference between the Family Herbalist & Community Herbalist program?
The Family Herbalist program is designed for those who want to learn how to take care of themselves and their family with herbal medicine and nutrition. Students will learn the ability to confidently use herbs in their home for everyday ailments and overall well-being, .
The Community Herbalist program is designed for those who want to learn how to take of themselves and their community with herbal medicine and nutrition. Students will learn how to confidently assess the health of individuals and make herb and nutritional recommendations to bring their bodies into balance.
The Community Herbalist program covers all modules that are taught in the Family Herbalist program.
What if I am unable to attend an IN PERSON class?
If you are unable to attend one of the in person classes you will receive the missed lesson in PDF form to your email. The herbal remedy supplies will be mailed to you and you will have access to all the online resources.