Six Month Herbal Intensive Course
This program is designed to give students a comprehensive, hands-on practical study of herbal medicine. Classes are divided between classroom time and being outdoors.
Classes are three days per week for six months. There are also 3 extended field trips in July, August and September.
Enrollment is limited to 18 students. Please note, classes may fill up early. Please call or write if you are interested in any of these programs. An in-person interview is required of all students wanting to attend this program.
Schedule
- Monday 2:00PM to 8:00PM
- Tuesday 10:30AM to 4:30PM
- Wednesday 2:00PM to 8:00PM
There is generally a one hour lunch or dinner break
Other classes include two eight-day field trips, the Rainbow Gathering, guest speakers and special classes (see individual class descriptions for details).
Tuition: $3350. A $450 non-refundable deposit is due upon acceptance.
Please note, the remainder of the tuition is due by April 24, unless prior arrangements have been made.
NSBM 2004 picking Sambucus fruits
Certificate: A handsome certificate is given to students who successfully finish the program. This means completing all assignments and missing no more than 4 classes throughout the program.
Additional Costs: A detailed list of the items named below will be sent upon acceptance, or can be downloaded from the handouts section of this site.
For a more in-depth look at some of the tools below, please see the Wildcrafting handout (under Other Subjects).
- Tools: Wildcrafting implements such as pruners, digging fork, hori-hori, shovel, etc. I strongly suggest buying high quality tools. They will last longer and be easier on your body.
- Books: Approximately four books are required for the course, while there is an endless variety of books, newsletters, magazines, herbal software programs, and other resources you may want to purchase.
- Herbal Supplies: Alcohol, oil, bottles, and other expenses necessary for medicine making.