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Master's Level Launches March 2nd

18-Month Advanced Program

Master the Art of
Botanical Medicine

A comprehensive, evidence-based herbal education preparing nutrition professionals for the Registered Herbalist credential through the American Herbalists Guild — RH(AHG).

Enroll Now — $3,750 + $100/mo optional Clinical Track

Program Overview

Herbalism for the
Nutrition Professional

18 Modules over 18 Months
Master's Level Lectures
Path to RH(AHG) Credential
Guest Lecturers & Case Studies

Who Is This For?

This program is designed for nutrition professionals — CNS, RDN, NTP, and related practitioners — who want to integrate evidence-based herbal medicine into their clinical practice. Whether you're looking to deepen your knowledge of botanicals or pursue the Registered Herbalist credential through the American Herbalists Guild, this is your path.

Each module combines comprehensive asynchronous lectures delivered at the graduate level with guided research, collaborative case studies, and practical frameworks for real-world herbal medicine applications.

Curriculum

18 Modules of
Graduate-Level Education

Learn

Graduate-level asynchronous lectures with evidence-based, historically informed instruction.

Research

Guided exploration of peer-reviewed literature, herbal monographs, and collaborative case studies.

Apply

Practical protocols and case studies for integrating herbal medicine into professional practice.

01

Introduction to Herbalism

Historical context, herbal actions, and sourcing practices.

02

Phytochemistry & Herbal Constituents

Molecular composition and phytochemical interactions.

03

Herbal Actions, Energetics & Assessments

Assessment frameworks and energetic principles.

04

Botanical Safety

Herb-drug interactions, safety protocols, contraindications.

05

Nervous System

Neurological function and stress response support.

06

Digestive System

GI health protocols and digestive complaint management.

07

Respiratory System

Lung function support and respiratory resilience.

08

Musculoskeletal System

Joint, muscle, bone health, and inflammation management.

09

Integumentary System

Skin health, wound healing, and topical formulations.

10

Cardiovascular System

Evidence-based interventions for circulatory health.

11

Endocrine System

Hormonal regulation and metabolic function support.

12

Immune & Lymphatic Systems

Immunomodulators and lymphatic function support.

13

Urinary System

Botanical diuretics and renal function support.

14

Special Populations

Children, pregnant/lactating women, elderly patients.

15

Synergies & Formulations

Botanical synergies and extraction methods.

16

Herbal Pharmacy Basics

Dosage calculations and quality assurance.

17

CBD, Cannabis & Cannabinoids

Pharmacology, clinical applications, and legal considerations.

18

Advanced Herbal Pharmacy

Complex preparations, stability, and professional-grade practices.

The Credential Path

Become a
Registered Herbalist

RH(AHG) — American Herbalists Guild

The Registered Herbalist credential from the American Herbalists Guild is the gold standard for herbal medicine practitioners in North America. Our 18-month program is designed to prepare you with the clinical hours, case studies, and depth of knowledge required for this credential.

With the optional Clinical Track add-on, you'll receive supervised clinical hours, mock client consultations, and herbal clinical grand rounds — all counting toward your AHG requirements.

Clinical Track Add-On

$100/month

Supervision hours toward RH(AHG)
Weekly live group calls
Mock client consultations
Herbal clinical grand rounds
Office hours & Q&A
Private Q&A with guest lecturers

Your Faculty

Learn From
Renowned Experts

Betsy Miller

Lead Instructor

Betsy Miller

DCN(c), CNS®, MS, RH(AHG)

Clinical herbalist and Certified Nutrition Specialist with 25+ years of herbal medicine study and 15 years of clinical experience. Specializes in women's reproductive health. Adjunct faculty at Notre Dame of Maryland University, teaching Materia Medica, Herbal Pharmacy, and Botany.

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Dr. Kevin Spelman

Guest Lecturer

Expert in natural products, nutraceuticals, botanicals, and cannabinoids.

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Mimi Hernandez

Guest Lecturer

Author of National Geographic Herbal and co-author of Backyard Guide to Edible Wild Plants.

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Thomas Easley

Guest Lecturer

Founder of the Eclectic School of Herbal Medicine. Co-author of The Modern Herbal Dispensatory.

Investment

Program
Pricing

Early enrollment is open now. Use code EarlyBird for 20% off through February 14th.

Base Program

$3,750 one-time

18 months of graduate-level education

Lifetime access to all 18 modules
In-depth Master's level lectures
Monthly case studies & materia medica
Community group & discussion board
Monthly live guest lectures
Enroll in Base Program

Clinical Track Add-On

$100 /month

Requires base program enrollment

Supervision hours toward RH(AHG)
Weekly live group calls
Mock client consultations
Herbal clinical grand rounds
Private Q&A with guest lecturers
Add Clinical Track

Looking for the Intro Course?

If you're just getting started with herbalism, our 6-module introductory course is the perfect place to begin.

Introduction to Herbalism