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Saturday, December 17, 2022

Herbology Class Jan 8

 


Become a Master Herbalist

Washington Institute of Natural Medicine


Master Herbalist Certification Program


Special - $195.00 per level 

 Regular Price - $225.00 per level


Live Online or On Demand Online 

through Adobeconnect

   

Continuing education and prep class for Certification through the 

 American Naturopathic and Holistic Association (ANHA)


MHC1 – System Affinity/Terminology, Jan 8



All lecture classes can be taken Live Online or on demand.  On demand classes are pre-recorded and taken at your convenience. 

 Classes are from 10 am to 2 pm "Live-online" using Adobeconnect

Makeup classes are On Demand online using Adobeconnect upon request


Perfect for Massage Therapists, Nurses, Child Care Providers, Geriatric Care, and 

New Aspiring Herbalists!

Instructor: Jen Martinez, HD

Class Dates, 2023


Each level special $195

through Adobeconnect

10:00 am to 2:00 pm


Master Herbalist Certification


Classes can be taken in any order. On demand or Live Online

through Adobeconnect


10 Levels Required Seen Below

Each Level is a one day class


MHC1 – System Affinity/Terminology, Jan 8

MHC2 – Treating Body Systems and Detoxification, Jan 22

MHC3 – Eastern & Ayurvedic Herbs, Feb 5

MHC4 – Phyto chemistry and Research, Feb 19

MHC5 – Plant Identification/Harvesting, March 5

MHC6 – Vit / Drug / Herb interactions, March 19

MHC7 - Business Procedures Jurisprudence & Tongue analysis, April 2

MHC8 Herbal Medicine Level 8 – Case Studies, April 16

HNC2 – Principles of Nutrition, Feb 18

HNC3 - Nutrition and Body Chemistry, March 4



To register call 202-237-7681, (202) 686-8202, (301) 538-9540



Master Herbalist Program


Herbal Medicine Level 1: System Affinity/Terminology

History and philosophy of Western Herbal medicine, medical, herbal and botanical terminology. Herbal sources and formulations, How to use herbal medicine safely, Benefits of compounding herbs, Holistic approach and Constitutional herbalism, Treating body systems-Respiratory system, Urinary system, Musculo-skeletal system, Skin, hair and nails, and Eyes and ears health. Completion of Holistic Health Care 3- exempt from this level


Herbal Medicine Level 2: Treating Body Systems and Detoxification

Treating body systems – Digestive system, Circulatory system, Nervous system, Respiratory system,. Food protocol to use when on a cleanse, In-depth study of detoxification to rid the body of pollutants. Detoxification protocol for candida albicans and other parasites

Completion of Holistic Health Care 2- exempt from this level


Herbal Medicine Level 3: : Introduction to Eastern Herbal Medicine

Principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine &Tongue analysis. Student will learn the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine and the principles of using herbs. Learn how to analyze the tongue to determine imbalances.


Herbal Medicine Level 4: Phytochemistry/Research

Herbal phyto-chemistry of several most popular specific herbs. Herbal phyto-chemistry of tonic nervines. Herbal treatments for diabetes, and arthritis. Herbal treatments for cancer, nervous disorders and digestive disorders.    


Herbal Medicine Level 5: Plant Identification/Harvesting

A detailed study of botany in relation to herbal medicine. Plant anatomy, identifying,

cultivating and harvesting herbs. Students will learn how to make their own herbal remedies, including healing balms, lotions, teas, syrups, oils, tinctures, and more.

Discuss the entire process of preparing herbal medicines at home. Discuss methods of growing, gathering, and drying herbs, to different ways of extracting their vital essences. Students will be expected to send in a sample of a homemade remedy during their final grading.


Herbal Medicine Level 6: Vitamin/Drug/Herb Interaction

Students will learn how to avoid making mistakes when using natural supplements and common medications together. Drugs that deplete the body’s essential nutrients. Herbs that help prescriptions work better, or reduce drug side effects.

Herb and drug contraindications.


Herbal Medicine Level 7: Business Procedures Jurisprudence & tongue analysis

Students will learn how to set up their own practice and how to avoid legal complications. Standard disclaimer forms will be presented, which should be used while practicing any aspect of herbal medicine. Learn tongue analysis.   


MHC8 Herbal Medicine Level 8 – Case Studies

Complete five client cases with interview, documentation of intake, use tongue analysis, review client’s food intake and lifestyle. Prepare a recommendation Protocol for the client. Document a two week follow up.     


HNC2 Nutrition Level 2: Principles of Nutrition

Learn the nutritional needs of the human body which includes macro and micro nutrients, enzymes and antioxidants.   


HNC3 Nutrition Level 3: Nutrition & Body Chemistry

The student will learn the effect of the twenty-one chemical elements on colon health, how soft tissue is built, the importance of electrolytes and the importance of bone builders and blood builders.

Program Requirements

 

“Master Herbalist” certification is comprised of 10 Levels, which includes Nutrition Level 2 and 3. Each Level is 6 contact hours plus 2 to 4 hours of homework.



The student will receive a certification after the completion of all 10 levels, and completion of the ANHA take-home exam.   


Books Required for Master Herbalist Program

MHC1 - Medical Herbalism by David Hoffmann

MHC2 - Medical Herbalism by David Hoffmann, Healthy Healing by Linda Page

MHC3 - Medical Herbalism by David Hoffmann, Planetary Herbology by Michael

Tierra

MHC4 - Medical Herbalism by David Hoffmann, Healthy Healing by Linda Page,

The Herbal Medicine – Maker’s Handbook by Green

MHC5 - Medical Herbalism by David HoffmannHealthy Healing by Linda Page

MHC6 - Medical Herbalism by David Hoffmann, Healthy Healing by Linda Page

MHC7 - Business Mastery by Sohnen-Moe

HNC2 - Prescription for Nutritional Healing - Fifth Edition - by Phyllis Balch,

Diet and Nutrition – by Rudolph Ballentine

HNC3 - Guide to Body Chemistry and Nutrition – by Bernard Jensen

 

Suggested but not required

How to be your own Herbal Pharmacist by Linda Rector Page

Prescription for Herbal Healing by Phyllis Balch



    The Washington Institute teaches continuing education classes and a certificate program in Holistic Health in Maryland.


The Maryland Higher Education Commission (MHEC) has reviewed the Washington Institute's classes and has determined that the Washington Institute of Natural Medicine can teach classes in Maryland. 


District of Columbia General Business Licensed with the following endorsements: Education Services, Apprenticeship Training,

Exam Preparation and Tutoring, Educational Support Services


Approved for continuing education through the

American Alternative Medical Association

  

Accredited by the

American Association of Drugless Practitioners 


Approved by the American Naturopathic and Holistic Association (ANHA) which is a peer review organization for professional natural health care training institutions.


Student review - "Dr. Jen did a fantastic job, she is a wise, intuitive healer with a vast knowledge and experience!" Melisa M. Miner


Call to register: (202) 686-8202, (202) 237-7681, (301) 538-9540 


 www.NaturalHealthDC.com 

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