Tag Archive 'botanical medicine'

Jul 05 2008

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Programs in Herbal Medicine

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“.. there are associate degree programs in herbal medicine that teach students the science and nutritional aspects of herbs and healing.  Other more generalized studies are introductory in nature, and are typically offered for the home organic gardener or for home-herbal remedies.”

There are several programs in herbal medicine that meet the educational needs of prospective natural healers.  In addition to learning all aspects of how plant medicine is used, students enrolled in these courses gain practical skills and knowledge in how to facilitate botanicals and herbs for therapeutics, spices, and for aromatherapy.

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Jun 22 2008

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Schools of Herbology and Botanical Medicine

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“…today’s herbal medicine programs are individually gauged to reach broader levels of both personal and professional academic levels. ”

Meeting the educational demands of those seeking to become natural healers, schools of herbology do more than just teach home remedies.  A matter of fact, today’s herbal medicine programs are individually gauged to reach broader levels of both personal and professional academic levels. 

If you are like many naturalists, you may be primarily interested in attaining a basic or introductory course in family herbalism; which is commonly offered at schools of herbology.  In this program of study, students learn herbal medicine history, herbal materia medica, stress and anxiety herbal remedies, home remedies for common ailments, herbal beauty recipes, nutrition with herbs, herbal formulation and therapeutics, among others.

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Apr 30 2008

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Schools of Complementary Medicine - Typical Studies

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“Herbal medicine courses at schools of complementary medicine are often included in naturopathic, homeopathic, and Oriental medicine curricula; however, in some cases, students can…”

A number of natural health and healing arts programs are offered at schools of complementary medicine.  Common studies involve holistic health, kinesiology, art therapy, massage therapy, acupressure, Tai Chi, flower essences, botanical medicine, and holistic nutrition, among others.

For example, schools of complementary medicine that offer holistic health practitioner programs cover diverse subject matter including mind, body, and spiritual healing; acupressure, massage, aromatherapy, flower essences, and biofeedback.  While some of these courses may result in a diploma and/or certificate; there are some complementary medicine schools that offer degree programs in holistic health and nutrition.

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