Course curriculum

    1. Welcome to Herbal Wellness Collective

    2. Course Overview

    3. Learning Outcomes

    4. Disclaimer

    1. Module 1 Introduction

    2. Lesson 1: Foundations of Herbalism Learning Outcomes

    3. Lesson 1 Roadmap

    4. Lesson 1 Readings

    5. 1.1 Definition and Scope of Herbalism

    6. 1.2 Overview of Herbal History

    7. 1.3 Folk Herbalism: Tradition & Ancestral Wisdom

    8. 1.4 Clinical Herbalism: Professional Client-Based Practice

    9. 1.5 Scientific Herbalism: Research & Evidence-Based Applications

    10. Downloadable: Herbalism vs. Modern Pharmaceuticals Chart

    11. Activity: Exploring Your Herbalism Path

    12. Lesson 1 Quiz

    13. Lesson 2: Global Herbal Traditions Learning Outcomes

    14. Lesson 2 Roadmap

    15. Lesson 2 Readings

    16. 2.1 Herbal Traditions Around the World: Western Herbalism

    17. 2.2 Herbal Traditions Around the World: Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)

    18. 2.3 Herbal Traditions Around the World: Ayurveda

    19. 2.4 Herbal Traditions Around the World: Indigenous Herbalism

    20. Downloadable: Herbal Traditions Comparison Chart

    21. Activity: Which Herbal Tradition Resonates Most with You?

    22. Lesson 2 Quiz

    23. Lesson 3: The Role of the Herbalist

    24. Lesson 3 Roadmap

    25. Lesson 3 Readings

    26. 3.1 The Role of the Herbalist Today

    27. 3.2 Personal Herbalist

    28. 3.3 Community Herbalist

    29. 3.4 Professional Herbalist

    30. Downloadable: The Herbalist’s Guide to Career Paths

    31. Activity: Herbalist Pathway Exploration

    32. Lesson 3 Quiz

    33. Lesson 4: Herbal Ethics & Sustainability

    34. Lesson 4 Roadmap

    35. Lesson 4 Readings

    36. 4.1 Introduction to Herbal Ethics & Sustainability

    37. 4.2 Ethical Wildcrafting

    38. 4.3 Plant Conservation

    39. 4.4 Cultural Respect in Herbalism

    40. 4.5 Practical Applications & Herbalist Responsibilities

    41. Downloadable: Herbal Sustainability Guide

    42. Activity: Ethical Wildcrafting Case Study

    43. Lesson 4 Quiz

    44. Module 1 Recap: Introduction to Herbalism

    45. Looking Ahead: Module 2 – Materia Medica Foundations

    1. Module 2 Introduction

    2. Lesson 1: Introduction to Materia Medica

    3. Lesson 1 Roadmap

    4. Lesson 1 Readings

    5. 1.1 What is Materia Medica?

    6. 1.2 Key Plant Constituents and Their Actions

    7. 1.3 Herbal Actions: How Herbs Influence the Body

    8. Downloadable: Materia Medica Reference Guide – Plant Constituents & Actions Chart

    9. Activity: Herb Detective – Identifying Constituents and Actions

    10. Lesson 1 Quiz

    11. Lesson 2: 10 Foundational Herbs & Their Uses

    12. Lesson 2 Roadmap

    13. Lesson 2 Readings

    14. 2.1 Chamomile (Matricaria recutita) – The Gentle Helper

    15. 2.2 Peppermint (Mentha x piperita) – The Digestive Ally

    16. 2.3 Ginger (Zingiber officinale) – The Warming Stimulant

    17. 2.4 Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis) – The Mood Lifter

    18. 2.5 Echinacea (Echinacea spp.) – The Immune Booster

    19. 2.6 Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) – The Liver Detoxifier

    20. 2.7 Mullein (Verbascum thapsus) – The Lung Clearer

    21. 2.8 Calendula (Calendula officinalis) – The Skin Soother

    22. 2.9 Nettles (Urtica dioica) – The Nutrient Powerhouse

    23. 2.10 Skullcap (Scutellaria lateriflora) – The Nervous System Tonic

    24. Downloadable: Plant Monograph Template

    25. Activity: Creating Your Own Plant Monograph

    26. Lesson 2 Quiz

    27. Lesson 3: Herbal Energetics

    28. Lesson 3 Roadmap

    29. Lesson 3 Readings

    30. 3.1 Introduction to Herbal Energetics

    31. 3.2 Cooling vs. Heating Herbs: Understanding Temperature Effects on the Body

    32. 3.3 Drying vs. Moistening Herbs: Managing Tissue Hydration for Balance

    33. 3.4 Tension vs. Relaxing Herbs: Balancing Nervous System & Muscle Tone

    34. Activity: Creating a Personalized Herbal Energetics Profile

    35. Downloadable: Herbal Energetics Self-Assessment & Guide

    36. Lesson 3 Quiz

    37. Module 2 Recap: Materia Medica Foundations

    38. Looking Ahead: Module 3 –Herbal Preparations & Applications

    1. Module 3 Introduction

    2. Lesson 1: Water-Based Preparations

    3. Lesson 1 Roadmap

    4. Lesson 1 Readings

    5. Lesson 1.1 Introduction to Water-Based Herbal Preparations

    6. Lesson 1.2 Herbal Teas

    7. Lesson 1.3 Infusions

    8. Lesson 1.4 Decoctions

    9. Lesson 1.5 Equipment and Best Practices

    10. Downloadable: What Does Water Extract? A Phytochemistry Primer

    11. Activity: Brew Three Ways – Exploring Teas, Infusions, and Decoctions

    12. Lesson 1 Quiz

    13. Lesson 2: Alcohol & Vinegar-Based Preparations

    14. Lesson 2 Roadmap

    15. Lesson 2.1 Why Use Alcohol or Vinegar as Solvents?

    16. Lesson 2.4 Safety, Storage, and Best Practices

    17. Downloadable: Alcohol vs. Vinegar: Choosing the Right Herbal Solvent

    18. Activity: Extract & Compare – Tincture vs. Oxymel

    19. Lesson 2 Quiz

    20. Lesson 3.3: Oil-Based Preparations

    21. Lesson 3 Roadmap

    22. Lesson 3.1 Why Use Oil-Based Preparations?

    23. Lesson 3.2 Choosing Oils and Herbs

    24. Lesson 3.5 Labeling, Storage, and Safety Tips: Oil-Based Preparations

    25. Downloadable: A Reference Guide to Selecting Oils Based on Skin Type, Absorption, and Therapeutic Use

    26. Activity: Create Your Own Herbal Oil or Salve

    27. Lesson 3 Quiz

    28. Lesson 4: Powdered & Encapsulated Herbs

    29. Lesson 4 Roadmap

    30. Lesson 4.1 Why Use Powdered and Encapsulated Herbs?

    31. Lesson 4.2 Choosing and Preparing Herbs for Powdering

    32. Lesson 4.3 Grinding Herbs into Powder

    33. Lesson 4.5 Encapsulating Herbs

    34. Lesson 4.6 Storage, Labeling, and Shelf Life

    35. Lesson 4.7 Dosage and Safety Tips

    36. Downloadable: Which Herbs Are Best as Powders?

    37. Activity: DIY Powder & Capsule Project

    38. Lesson 4 Quiz

    39. Module 3 Recap: Herbal Preparations & Applications

    40. Looking Ahead: Module 4 –Basic Human Sciences & Herbal Actions

    1. Module 4 Introduction

    2. Lesson 1: Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology

    3. Lesson 1 Roadmap

    4. Lesson 1 Readings

    5. Lesson 1.1 Why Herbalists Need Basic Anatomy & Physiology

    6. Lesson 1.2 Digestive System – The Foundation of Nourishment

    7. Lesson 1.3 Respiratory System – Breath of Life

    8. Lesson 1.4 Circulatory System – The River of Life

    9. Lesson 1.5 Nervous System – Center of Perception and Response

    10. Lesson 1.6 Immune System – Guardian of Health

    11. Lesson 1.7 Urinary System – Waters of Balance

    12. Lesson 1.8 Endocrine System – The Hormonal Symphony

    13. Lesson 1.9 Integumentary System – Skin, Hair, and Detox Pathways

    14. Lesson 1.10 Key Terminology for Herbal Practice

    15. Downloadable: Herbal Support by Body System

    16. Activity: Create a Client Education Handout: "How Herbal Medicine Supports the Body"

    17. Lesson 1 Quiz

    18. Lesson 2: Herbal Actions & Body Systems

    19. Lesson 2 Roadmap

    20. Lesson 2 Readings

    21. Lesson 2.1 What Are Herbal Actions?

    22. Lesson 2.2 Linking Herbal Actions to Body Systems

    23. Lesson 2.3 Introduction to Energetics in Physiological Context

    24. Downloadable: Herbal Actions & Body Systems

    25. Activity: Energetics in Action: Exploring 5 New Herbs by System & Pattern

    26. Lesson 2 Quiz

    27. Lesson 3: Herbal Safety & Contraindications

    28. Lesson 3 Roadmap

    29. Lesson 3 Readings

    30. Lesson 3.1 Foundational Herbal Safety

    31. Lesson 3.2 Dosage Basics

    32. Lesson 3.3 Herb-Drug Interactions

    33. Lesson 3.4 Contraindications Based on Body Systems

    34. Downloadable: Herbal Safety & Contraindications

    35. Activity: Herbal Safety Scenarios: Analyze, Identify, and Recommend Safely

    36. Lesson 3 Quiz

    37. Module 4 Recap: Basic Human Sciences & Herbal Actions

    38. Looking Ahead: Module 5 – Herbal Gardening & Wildcrafting

    1. Lesson 1 Roadmap

    2. Lesson 1 Readings

    3. Activity: Cultivating Growing Wisdom

    4. Lesson 5 Quiz

    5. Lesson 2 Readings

    6. Lesson 2 Quiz

    7. Lesson 3 Readings

    8. Lesson 3 Quiz

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