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Whether you’re stepping into herbal medicine, or headed toward becoming a Certified Clinical Herbalist, the Fundamentals in-person course is where you begin your herbalism studies.
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Day Program
August 7 - November 21, 2023-
Mon, Tues, Wed 10AM-5PM
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8-10 Hours of homework per week
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Introductory Level
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Requirement for Advanced Classes
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$50 Application Fee
Evening Program
January 9 – August 28, 2023-
Mon, Wed 6-9PM
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2 Sat/month 10AM–5PM
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2-4 Hours of homework per week
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Introductory Level
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Requirement for Advanced Classes
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$50 Application Fee
Who are our students?
Why Colorado School of Clinical Herbalism?
- Member School of the American Herbalists Guild
- Approved school educator by the State of Colorado’s Division of Private Occupational Schools (DPOS)
- Grounded in Science
- Most Current Research
- Affordable Tuition Options
- Learn from experts committed to cutting-edge herbalist methods and innovative remedies
- Vitalist Curriculum
- Exciting & Growing Career Opportunities
- Lifelong Journey of Wellness & Vitality
Colorado School of Clinical Herbalism offers training with Herbal, Flower Essence & Nutrition Experts
We’ve spent years studying, analyzing, and learning from our students, teachers, nature, and the community at large. We know what people expect from a clinical herbalist and nutritionist today. Our intensive program is designed to help you apply that knowledge in the world or move into a more advanced program.
Colorado School of Clinical Herbalism is the best option for your herbal education because we have multiple programs for working adults. The curriculum is constantly enhanced from both current scientific research and feedback from students who went before you.
How the Fundamentals Program Works
The Fundamentals of Medical Herbalism is an intensive 370-classroom-hour program that requires 6-8 hours of homework time per week.
We offer two programs (Day & Evening) Courses:
FUNDAMENTALS OF MEDICAL HERBALISM DAY PROGRAM begins on August 7th, 2023 – November 21st, 2023. Classes are held on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday from 10:00 am – 5:00 pm. With an hour lunch from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm.
FUNDAMENTALS OF MEDICAL HERBALISM EVENING PROGRAM begins on January 9, 2023, and go through August 28, 2023 with all homework due by September 13, 2023. Classes are held on Monday & Wednesday from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm and up to two Saturdays per month from 10:00 am – 5:00 pm.
Getting Started
- Review the Catalog
Our extensive catalog shows all the programs available at the Colorado School of Clinical Herbalism. It details requirements and what to expect from the different programs and what’s expected of you.
- Apply to CSCH
Applicants need to have a US social security number and a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Transfer credits
Provide transcripts or resources to transfer credits from previous training, experience, or education. These courses are reviewed and accepted on a case-by-case basis. However, we highly encourage starting with the Fundamentals course, where you receive extensive education on botany and the concept of vitalism.
- Interview with Student Affairs Director
You’ll meet with the Student Affairs Director to determine if you qualify for the Fundamentals of Medical Herbalism evening program or if you can move into a more advanced curriculum.
- Enroll in your first course
The Student Affairs Director will help you do this the first time.
- Pay Your Tuition
See below for more information on fees and payment options.
- Log in to the Learning Management System (LMS)
There’s lots of good information on our LMS, Canvas. You can start accessing materials immediately, view the catalog, and immerse yourself in the CSCH online community.
- Attend, learn, connect, and grow!
Attendance, timeliness, and engagement are crucial for success in this program.
What You Can Do When You Complete The Fundaments of Clinical Herbalism?
The Fundamentals program provides introductory-level training in medical herbalism and clinical nutrition to anyone looking to work in the herb or health food industries.
After completing the Fundamentals of Medical Herbalism program, you’ll be prepped and ready to apply your newfound knowledge in the real world or take it to the next level with the Advanced Medical Herbalism program.
Vitalist Curriculum
Our clinical herbalism programs incorporate all aspects of science, including human physiology, pathophysiology, and materia medica. The programs value knowledge from traditional medicine, empirical observation, instinct, and intuition. The vitalist tradition uses foods and herbs to support the body’s natural healing abilities. A Vitalist education from CSCH prepares the student for a life-long journey of wellness, vitality, and service to others as a certified clinical herbalist, nutritionist, and flower essence practitioner.
Grow within a Community of Certified Clinical Herbalists
Indoor and nature classrooms help Colorado School of Clinical Herbalism expert instructors provide immersive and practical lessons that give you the best learning experience.
What Do Our Students Say?
Program Includes
- Integrative Herbalism – Anatomy & Physiology, Pathology, Materia Medica, and Pharmacy: 144 hours
- Introduction to Botany & Plant Identification: 33 hours
- Introduction to Nutrition: 30 hours
- Introduction to Flower Essences: 9 hours
- Herbs of Commerce: 12 hours
- Materia Medica Independent Study: 106 hours
- Advanced Materia Medica: 24 hours
- Opening/Closing, Orientations, Exams: 12 hours
TOTAL HOURS = 370 classroom hours
Don’t forget to add homework time!
Affordable Tuition Options
You can pay everything upfront or opt for a convenient monthly payment plan.
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Program Item
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Item Cost
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Tuition*
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$4,200
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Books and Materials**
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$250
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Application Fee
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$50
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TOTAL
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$4,500
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* Initial deposit is $700, which goes toward the total cost of tuition.
** Student will purchase books and materials independently, so this price may change depending on the provider.
Tuition is paid in monthly installments.
Would You Like a Closer Look at the Programs?
Why Invest in an Education at Colorado School of Clinical Herbalism?
You can build your herbalist community, honor your ancestors, and heal your world.
Our culture tends to rely heavily on pharmaceutical and over-the-counter medications for common ailments and problems. So many people are looking for the “magic bullet” for medical and health concerns, undergoing invasive procedures and drowning their bodies in unnatural chemicals.
Our ancestors knew better. They taught us that health and healing are different. Now, herbalists and vitalists use that knowledge to advance the field of botanical and natural medicine. We’ve expanded our collective knowledge and improved the quality of life for those living with serious health conditions like HIV, thyroid disease, and cancer. Health is what you maintain; healing is what you need when something goes wrong.
We train herbalists to search, test, experiment with, and document the invaluable knowledge of the world’s most efficient and effective medicines from nature.
Imagine looking around you at any given moment and identifying each grass, weed, bush, tree, and flower; not only their names but their properties and how to prepare them for such use.
Imagine walking through the grocery store and instantly understanding which foods will hurt and which will help.
Imagine being able to determine food from poison in the wild.
Imagine being able to use those grasses, weeds, bushes, trees, flowers, and foods to address problems like chronic pain, migraines, heart disease, fevers, stomach aches, menstrual problems, sexual dysfunction, and more.
Imagine having a community of like-minded people who can help you find natural solutions to common and uncommon problems.
Imagine being the person your family, friends, and patients trust because you have the expertise and knowledge of a trained clinical herbalist.
Extra Benefits for Students & Alumni
- 20% off Supplements
- 20% off Books
- 20% off Bulk Herbs & Tinctures
Take the Next Step to Become a Clinical Herbalist
Limited Space - Don’t Lose Your Seat!
We have a limited number of seats to accommodate appropriate distancing for this in-person program. Classes start January 9th, and it fills up fast. Don’t miss out by waiting too long to apply.
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About
The Colorado School of Clinical Herbalism, Inc., offers certificate programs in Fundamentals of Medical Herbalism, Advanced Herbalism, Clinical Herbalism, Nutrition, and Flower Essences. We teach Western herbalism and integrated nutrition in the Vitalist tradition. Click Here to Learn More.
