Foundations of Herbalism Class

Coming soon!

The Foundations of Herbalism Class offers a foundational exploration into the world of herbalism, blending traditional wisdom with modern understanding to empower students with practical, safe, and effective herbal knowledge. Whether you are a beginner or you are wanting to expand your knowledge but you are not sure if you are ready to commit to the Lavender Path Wellness Herbal School, this class provides the essential tools to begin your journey as a confident home herbalist.

Here’s an overview of the class:

In Module 1: The Ladder of Health in Allopathic, Naturopathic, and Herbal Healthcare, students will learn The Ladder of Health, a framework for understanding how herbal medicine fits within the broader context of healthcare. 

Module 2: Botanical Safety in Practice: Informed Use from Self-education to Professional will focus on botanical safety principles and how to educate yourself on the herbs, sourcing quality products, special considerations for a variety of people groups, and the importance of consulting professionals.

Next, in Module 3: Botanical Actions and Energetics: Understanding How Herbs Interact with the Body we will learn how herbs are absorbed and used in the body to bring balance to different tissue states.

Module 4: Introduction to Human Body Systems: A Holistic Overview of Structure & Function, will begin to teach students where and how herbs can support body systems.

In Module 5: Herbal Support for Children: Safe and Effective Remedies from Infancy to Adolescence, we provide a special focus on using herbal support for children.

During our study in Module 6: Botanical Wisdom for Women: Herbal Approaches from Adolescence to Post-menopause, we will begin to learn basic botanical wisdom for women of all ages. 

In Module 7: Herbal Support for Men’s Health: Supporting health from Teens to Elder Years, we will cover strategies for men’s wellness. 

The Applied Learning Projects in Module 8: Crafting Herbal Preparations: A Hands-On Guide will provide the student with opportunities to make their own herbal preparations. 

The class culminates in a capstone project where each participant will plan their own personalized herbal medicine cabinet based on their needs and interests.

The Foundations of Herbalism will equip you with the essential knowledge you need begin your journey as a confident home herbalist.

Let’s help you get started on your journey to better wellness today!