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Master's Level

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 — $4,500 then $100/mo for Mentorship Calls,
Community & Herbal Grand Rounds

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.

Foundations 4 modules
01

Introduction to Herbalism

The history and philosophy of Western herbal medicine. Covers herb identification, sourcing ethics, and the foundations of herbal actions and energetics.

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02

Phytochemistry & Herbal Constituents

How plants produce medicinal compounds — alkaloids, flavonoids, terpenes, and more. Understand the molecular basis of herbal therapeutics.

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03

Herbal Actions, Energetics & Assessments

Classify herbs by their actions (adaptogen, nervine, carminative) and energetic properties. Build client assessment frameworks using traditional and modern approaches.

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04

Botanical Safety

Navigate herb-drug interactions, contraindications, and dose-dependent toxicity. Evidence-based safety protocols for professional clinical settings.

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Body Systems 8 modules
05

Nervous System

Nervines, adaptogens, and nootropics for anxiety, insomnia, depression, and cognitive support. Stress-response pathways and HPA axis regulation.

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06

Digestive System

Bitters, carminatives, and demulcents for IBS, GERD, dysbiosis, and leaky gut. Gut-brain axis considerations and microbiome support.

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07

Respiratory System

Expectorants, antitussives, and pulmonary tonics for acute and chronic respiratory conditions. Allergy management and immune-respiratory overlap.

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08

Musculoskeletal System

Anti-inflammatory herbs, topical analgesics, and mineral-rich botanicals for joint pain, arthritis, osteoporosis, and sports recovery.

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09

Integumentary System

Herbal approaches to eczema, acne, psoriasis, and wound healing. Topical formulation techniques including salves, poultices, and infused oils.

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10

Cardiovascular System

Cardiotonics, circulatory stimulants, and hypotensives. Evidence-based protocols for hypertension, atherosclerosis, and vascular health.

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11

Endocrine System

Hormonal regulation with phytoestrogens, thyroid-supportive herbs, and adrenal tonics. Menopause, PCOS, thyroid dysfunction, and metabolic syndrome.

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12

Immune & Lymphatic Systems

Immunomodulators, lymphagogues, and antimicrobial herbs. Acute immune response, autoimmunity, chronic infection, and lymphatic drainage techniques.

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Advanced Practice 6 modules
13

Urinary System

Diuretics, urinary antiseptics, and kidney tonics for UTIs, kidney stones, and renal support. Fluid balance and electrolyte considerations.

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14

Special Populations

Dosing adjustments and safety considerations for pediatrics, pregnancy, lactation, and geriatrics. Age-specific herbal protocols.

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15

Synergies & Formulations

The art of combining herbs — synergistic ratios, formula architecture, and extraction methods. Building effective multi-herb protocols.

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16

Herbal Pharmacy Basics

Tincture-making, decoctions, infusions, and dosage calculations. Quality assurance, standardization, and shelf-life considerations.

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17

CBD, Cannabis & Cannabinoids

Endocannabinoid system pharmacology, CBD vs THC clinical applications, dosing protocols, and the evolving legal landscape.

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18

Advanced Herbal Pharmacy

Complex preparations — spagyrics, supercritical extracts, liposomals, and professional-grade compounding. Stability testing and GMP considerations.

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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.

Continued Support: you get weekly live sessions with Betsy Miller and guests, access to the community group, Herbal Grand Rounds, Case Studies, RH(AHG) Hours, and more.

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.

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Investment

Your
Investment

$4,500 one-time
+
$100 /mo

$4,500 to get started, then $100/mo for continued access — cancel anytime.

Everything included

Lifetime access to all 18 modules
In-depth Master's level lectures
Materia Medica & case studies
Preferred vendors list
Continued education resources
Weekly live sessions with Betsy Miller & guests
Access to community group
Continued access to all program herbal resources
Direct instructor access
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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