Description
The Basic Herbal Medicine Making Certificate is your doorway into the fascinating world of herbalism.
An Online Herbalist Course with Certificate of Completion
This practical hands-on online herbalist course is your doorway into the fascinating world of the family herbalist. It is for you if you are interested in learning the basics of using herbs and natural medicine to treat everyday ailments and to live more healthy and naturally. It is also your first important Milestone if you are interested in learning how to help others.
Upon completion of the Basic Herbal Medicine Making Online Course you’ll be able to:
- Define the position of herbalism in the Biblical worldview that ‘God is the Ultimate Healer’.
- Explain how to use herbs safely.
- Set up your own basic apothecary (kitchen lab) with equipment and supplies found in most kitchens.
- Explain the Rules of Medicine Making.
- Use the traditional folk method to prepare a medicinal infusion, decoction and poultice.
- Start working on your own materia medica.
- Create your own herbal therapeutic protocol for the common cold and flu.
- Obtain the Certificate of Completion if you meet the requirements and you’ve paid the Course Certificate fee.
View the Basic Herbal Medicine Making course curriculum.
Become a Level 1 Family Herbalist
* The point of all SA Herb Academy learning programs is to learn a craft. There are no legislative boards, no licenses… just practical information for actual use to enrich your life and the lives of those you chose to serve.
Click here to learn about Accreditation and Using What You’ll Learn To Serve Clients
Earn 250 Learning Credits
On successful completion of the course, you’ll earn 250 credits (called seeds) that can be used to unlock a coupon that can be used on any of our paid courses.
100% Online
Start instantly and learn at your own pace.
Flexible Schedule
Set and maintain your own flexible schedule. It’s okay to complete just one learning unit or module — you can pause your learning at any time. Visit your My Courses page to track your progress.
Beginner Level
While this program is targeted at holistic health coaches and professional family herbalists, anyone can benefit from participating for their own personal use.
Prerequisites
Internet access and basic computer skills.
About the Herbal Therapeutics (Clinical Herbalism) Specialization
Herbal Therapeutics (Clinical Herbalism) is the art and science of applying traditional medicine and herbal medicine to meet the unique needs of the individual and restore a healthy balance in the body, mind, and spirit.
nfventer (verified owner) –
I enjoyed the course a lot. Learned a lot about herbs I did not know. I recommend that any one who is interested in learning about herbs and what positive impact it can have on your health as well as your family should try this course out.
catherine.g.2013 (verified owner) –
I learned that Herbology is different from Herbalism. Would have liked to have had some education on why it’s important to use organic herbs. Really liked the format of the class.
Pretty Maluka (verified owner) –
The course is interesting. I learnt the basic terminology used in herbology even the terms I did not like in Botany came back. Its an excellent course. I enjoyed it.
lilmariebeauty (verified owner) –
This course is amazing for beginners. It really opens your eyes at the endless possibilities.
uncledeli2 (verified owner) –
Loved this course. This is just the beginning of something very valuable!!
Joanne Madgwick (verified owner) –
This was so awesome. I worked through it with our children aged 11 to 16 and we learned so much together as a family. I think it would have been helpful to have a little note at the start of each module – or at the start of the course a page with what you’d need for each module and if these lessons would be a practical or theory. Just so we can have everything on hand that we may need for that lesson. We have really had our knowledge extended and are excited to start the next course.
Sonja Ahrens (verified owner) –
I found this course very informative and helpful. A lot of study hours awaits to get to know enough herbs to add to my materia medical.
stbrigidfarm (verified owner) –
I loves this course! It was very informative and thorough. Can’t wait to start the next course!
maritza_sergiosilva (verified owner) –
Love it. !!! if you are thinking of learning the basics this is course for you. Its full of information and easy to follow
Shelby Burnett (verified owner) –
This class was very informative and educational. I enjoyed it greatly!
tatzy.lee (verified owner) –
I absolutely loved this course. It was a very interesting and informative introduction to Herbal Medicine.
I would definitely recommend it to anyone interested in Herbology and/or making there own herbal remedies.
justchanel3 (verified owner) –
Amazing course with lots of great info!
jakesmoz (verified owner) –
Very informative and professional, everything that is taught is very well researched. I am extremely impressed and empowered by what was taught, I used to be very skeptical about herbal remedies but this course changed my perspective in a radical way.
kirsten.cosentino (verified owner) –
Absolutely wonderful and very informative. Easy to understand and thorough at the same time. I would recommend to anyone starting their path in herbalism.
Marcus Harding (verified owner) –
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This is a very comprehensive course for its Basic Herbal Medicine Making status. A beginner herbalist will enjoy taking it for its basic herbal medicine making techniques. It lays a solid foundation in basic herbalism to which you can add more advanced herbal skills.
Halee Moreno (verified owner) –
A well put together course overall. I appreciate the Biblical standpoint this course takes and the community of students. I look forward to taking more courses here!
Hester Whitehouse (verified owner) –
I give it 5 stars because I learned a lot and there is lots to learn still. thank you for this awesome course.
Debby (verified owner) –
I’ve been playing with herbalism for some time – self taught, I would like to move into practising and treating clients and felt this beginners course really gave me a strong foundation and understanding of herbs, especially safety and contraindications. I also agreed with the analogy that healing begins with self. Throughout this course I applied what I learned to what I needed to heal within myself. To experience the results first hand gives me the confidence and belief that I have chosen the right path. Thank you for sharing your coursework, especially at no charge and I look firward to continuing my herbal journey.
ndyokobongi (verified owner) –
I thoroughly enjoyed the course. I have learned a lot and has sparked a greater need to learn more.
I hope at some point I will get to appreciate the Christianity that was included in the course. At this point I did not as I felt that not every one is Christian. I do acknowledge that it was mentioned that those not interested in the Christian parts could skip those sessions. I did not as I wanted to see it’s value.
TYLcreativeglass (verified owner) –
Loved the course and I have learned so much new and interesting things. Also learned about herbs I have seriously never heard of before and I am excited to have gained so much more knowledge. Thank you!
brijahfarm (verified owner) –
Love the guidance. Great information very helpful.
springerlisa2014 (verified owner) –
Loved the course!
Linda Bogers (verified owner) –
Thank you for a very informative and detailed introduction to herbal medicine. Thoroughly enjoyed the course and have started the setting up of my apothecary. Look forward to learning more as I formulate my Materia Medica.
laura.malone (verified owner) –
Super informative, well compiled. I appreciated the follow up emails, as well.
heidi1 (verified owner) –
I loved this course, it was a great introduction to Herbal Medicine. I can’t wait to carry on with the next course to broaden my knowledge and find out how herb really work.
emhughes68 (verified owner) –
Very informative and educational course. I like being able to go at my own pace and completing the sections as I had time to. I will recommend this course to others
Dave Danner (verified owner) –
Great course; better than I expected.
lignaturopathy (verified owner) –
Great introductory course
I would recommended this course for everyone.
carin.vannieuwholtz (verified owner) –
What a stunning course!. I really learned a lot and cant wait to take the next course.
lynnettehll (verified owner) –
I really enjoyed every moment of studying this material! I have learned a great deal of things
soapsandsplendor (verified owner) –
Thoroughly enjoyed this course. I learned more than I was expecting to and now have some valuable recipes to apply at home with my family. This was something that as a new mother of child number three, I couldent wait to read every night. Well done.
simonavds (verified owner) –
Excellent material, would recommend it for anyone who would like to start learning herb.
jagar589 (verified owner) –
Great course. Lots of great information.
spavlovits (verified owner) –
I have taken other beginning herbalist courses, but this one has rigorous, serious, yet achievable standards! You are sure to learn something, be motivated to do more, and inspired to put it into practice. WELL worth my time to complete. I will be referring back to my notes throughout my herbal friendships
rissasromance (verified owner) –
Quick, easy to follow lessons with a lot of useful information. Would definitely recommend!
mira.hanova (verified owner) –
I would recommend this short course. It is informative and fun to do.
kellyluvs (verified owner) –
I’ve been applying my own previous findings for several years. I got to a point where I wanted a little more structure to my learning. This course provided that for me. I now have a basic outline to guide my future studies.
Debra Ktaft (verified owner) –
Love the course. This is a great start for my herbal journey. I think anyone who interested in herbalism should take this course.
kactus.flow3r (verified owner) –
Very helpful for our family!
galvestonbeaches (verified owner) –
This was a really fun first course of herbal health. I am looking at taking another one!
There is so much more to learn and I can do that right here!
barrmama86 (verified owner) –
For a Basics course, this course was very informative and detailed. I thoroughly enjoyed taking it this week and look forward to utilizing this new information at home! I am looking forward to the next course and enjoying building my materials medica.
schohan22 (verified owner) –
I’ve been studying and applying alternative herbal methods for quite some time now and wanted to learn some of the essential basics. This course was exactly what I was looking for to help me better understand some of the rules and common methods of use. This course will help me impart my knowledge to others in a more formal and knowledgeable way Thank you!
Nikki Presley (verified owner) –
This course is packed with valuable learning tools to be an effective healer. The gentle explanations make it perfect for those who might have been afraid to delve into herbal medicine. Excellent course!
Alta Pretorius (verified owner) –
This course is a very good foundation for the rest of your herbal career. I would really recommend to anybody that would like to change their lifestyle for the better.
antoinettedewet (verified owner) –
Fantastic, no nonsense presentation. Easy to understand and implement. Will recommend that everyone does this course. Empowered!
Wilke Strydom (verified owner) –
This course teaches you the basics of herbalism and gives you the foundation you need to prosper into a great herbalist!
jennifer (verified owner) –
Great introduction to the use of herbs in supporting health!
Madelein Fouche (verified owner) –
Very interresting and usefull information
Beatrice Frausto (verified owner) –
This course was very informative. Glad I took it. I learned some very interesting things.
Derick Wiggill (verified owner) –
I would recommend the course for anyone that wishes to learn Herbology, excellent!