Enter the World of Herbs
Herbalism reaches far beyond simply learning the names of medicinal plants. Herbs have traditionally been used in health, food preparation, cosmetics, gardening and the home, making this a broad and engaging subject for anyone interested in plants and natural living.
The Herbalism Certificate Course begins with basic botany, plant types, classification and the traditional history of herbal medicine. From there, you will explore the course's warming and cooling model, study individual herbs and learn about tonics, bitters, relaxants and other traditional herbal categories.
Later lessons introduce the different ways herbs may be prepared, including infusions, decoctions, tinctures, syrups, ointments, creams, poultices, pills and capsules.
The course then expands into herbs in the kitchen, antioxidants, skincare, cosmetic uses, herbal baths and ways of incorporating herbs into the home.
About The Course
Learn How Herbs Are Studied, Selected and Prepared
The Herbalism Certificate Course provides a structured foundation for understanding plants and the many ways in which herbs have traditionally been used.
You will become familiar with a wide range of herbs and study their appearance, traditional classifications, uses and methods of preparation. The course examines warming and cooling herbs, tonics, bitters, relaxants and adaptogens within the framework presented in the CAMS manual.
You will also explore herb cultivation and preparation methods before moving into culinary, cosmetic and household applications.
Why Study This Course
Herbs form part of food, gardens, household products and many complementary-wellness traditions. Learning more about them can help you move beyond casual use and develop a more structured understanding of the plants, preparations and traditional principles associated with herbalism.
The course may appeal to people who want to use herbs more knowledgeably in everyday life, as well as existing complementary-health or wellness practitioners who want to broaden their theoretical knowledge.
It can also provide a useful foundation for those interested in continuing their studies in herbalism, naturology, nutrition or related complementary subjects.
For students interested in eventually developing a wellness or herbal-products business, the course can contribute useful background knowledge.
Modular Focus
What You'll Learn
Begin with the world of plants and the basic principles needed to understand them. Study botany, plant types, classification, botanical naming and the historical development of herbal medicine. You will also explore the traditional ideas and balance models that form part of the course’s approach to herbalism.
Study a broad selection of individual herbs and learn how the course classifies warming and cooling herbs. Explore tonics, bitters, relaxants, harmonisers and adaptogens, together with the traditional characteristics, preparation methods and precautions associated with different plants.
Learn about growing herbs and the different forms in which herbal preparations may be made. The course covers infusions, decoctions, waters, syrups, tinctures, ointments, creams, liniments, poultices, pills and capsules, together with equipment, dosage concepts, allergies and considerations for different age groups.
Explore additional applications of herbs, including their relationship to aromatherapy, Bach Flower Remedies and homoeopathic preparations as presented in the course. You will also study antioxidants, cooked herbs, herb vinegars, herb salts, oils, herb bouquets and other kitchen applications.
Discover how herbs have traditionally been incorporated into hair and skincare, mouth care, baths and cosmetic preparations. The final part of the course also explores indoor herbs, scented preparations, pot-pourri, herb jars, herb pillows and pomanders.
How Studying With CAMS Works
Built for real lives
Duration
12 Weeks / 3 Months
Study Method
Distance Learning with 24/7 WhatsApp Support
Certificate
Complementary & Alternative Medical Science Institute (CAMS) Certificate
Accreditation
Internationally Accredited
Next Steps
Certification & Next Steps
Upon successfull completion, you will receive an Internationally Accredited Certificate from the CAMS Institute, recognising your training and competance in your field of study. You will be able to practice in South Africa and abroad.
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Is This For You?
Who This Course Is For
The Career-Changer
Moving into wellness and holistic health as a new and exciting career.
The Existing Wellness Practitioner
For complementary-health and wellness practitioners who wish to broaden their theoretical knowledge of herbs and understand how herbalism relates to other wellness subjects.
The Further-Study Student
For students interested in herbalism as part of a broader learning journey in areas such as naturology, nutrition, aromatherapy or complementary wellness.
