This intensive, 18 month program is intended for those students who have either completed our Fundamentals of Holistic Herbalism Program or another equivalent program (this will require an interview and a look over your previous herbal training).

Being accepted into the program assumes a certain level of herbal and scientific knowledge

• • Familiar with at least 30+ herbs
  • Western energetics
  • Herbal preparations – this will not be covered in this program
  • Basic nutrition – this topic is covered but the emphasis is on particular dietary plans rather than nutrition basics
  • Anatomy & Physiology – familiarity with how the body works is very important when working with clients

This program is not simply about herbs. Herbs are certainly discussed and practiced, but the importance of diet, lifestyle choices, and emotional & mental health are also emphasized for a holistic view of the person. We are not just physical bodies and the things we eat, do, think, & feel effect our health in profound ways. Being a clinician means you take all these things into account and create holistic recommendations based on the individual and their needs.

The program runs from April 2022 through November 2023

We are limiting this program to a total of 20 students in order to cultivate community as well as personalized interaction from the instructors.

There will be required reading, presentations, case studies, private study groups, and discussions throughout the program. The last 6 months of the program (May 2023-November 2023) will consist of a once a month round table with other students and a 2 hour one-on-one mentorship call with one of the instructors depending on your objectives for the meeting.

**Upon completion, students who wish to work in the clinic with Monica will have an opportunity for further learning and mentorship through the apprenticeship program.

(not necessarily in order)

• Introduction to the class and meeting each other
• Basic health practices for optimum health
• Herbal pharmacology
• Herbal therapeutics for acute symptoms
• Understanding Metabolic Syndrome and therapeutic considerations
• Lifestyle considerations for stress management & sleep
• Environmental toxins and their effects
• Inflammation & food intolerances
• Candida, SIBO, parasites, leaky gut, and probiotics
• Optimizing female health (the reproductive years), PCOS, PMS, Irregular periods,
• Optimizing male health
• Thyroid imbalances
• Heavy metals & minerals
• Iodine
• Formulation & Herbal Actions
• Coasting through the Menopause years
• Fatigue & Adrenal Health
• Commonly prescribed medications: side effects, herbal interactions, & safety considerations
• Red flags
• Comparative diets & nutrition for the herbalist
• Business Skills
  • Setting your prices
  • Business licensing
  • Bookkeeping basics & taxes
  • Building a basic website
  • Privacy and HIPAA
  • Legal considerations & liability insurance
  • Marketing tools and techniques
• Clinical Skills
  • Interviews and intakes
  • Setting the stage
  • Understanding online practice management software
  • Setting up and using an online dispensary
  • Take home tests
  • Understanding blood work
  • Creating a comprehensive recommendation
• 6 Months Mentoring/Round Table
  • Each month you will schedule your 2 hour zoom or call by letting us know what you would like to discuss or get guidance in – business, bookkeeping, record keeping, intakes/evaluations, interviewing, creating a recommendation, etc. so we can be sure the correct instructor is meeting with you
  • Each month you will attend a 4 hour zoom roundtable with your study group and Monica to discuss cases. Students will take turns presenting a case for the other students to evaluate with guidance and instruction along the way.

Classes will be held monthly both in person (limited to 8 in person) or on Zoom the 3rd Saturday/Sunday of every month. November and December, 2022 will be skipped due to the holidays and the hectic schedule most people hold. During those two months there will be reading assignments and meeting with your study group but no zoom meetings or lectures.

• Saturdays we meet from 9:30AM – 4:00PM Pacific time with a 30 minute lunch break from 12:30-1:00

• Sundays we meet from 2:00PM – 4:00PM Pacific time

Meeting dates:

2022

• August 20/21
• September 17/18
• October 15/16
• NO MEETINGS IN NOVEMBER OR DECEMBER

2023

• January 21/22
• February 18/19
• March 18/19
• April 15/16
• May 20/21
• June 17/18
• July 15/16
• August 19/20
• September 16/17
• October – March 2024:  Roundtable discussions with your study group and Monica, and One-on-One mentorship call with appropriate instructor. Schedule to be determined by the student(s) and Monica/Instructor.

There is a $50 application fee and a $300 non-refundable deposit required at the time of acceptance to the program. That deposit will be applied toward your tuition. 

The Tuition for the entire program (not including the application fee) is $3397. If you are unable to pay the full amount and need to make payments, we can work with you to set up a payment plan*. 

All books and resources required throughout the program are not included in the cost of tuition. 

* there will be a processing fee of $8.50 added to each payment