Course Highlights

You will gain a clear and practical understanding of how herbs are used in everyday herbal medicine. We begin with the foundations, what herbal medicine is, how it has been used traditionally, and how herbs support the body in a gentle and holistic way.

You will learn how raw plant material is transformed into effective remedies. Demonstrations will include preparing simple infusions and decoctions, as well as an introduction to tinctures, oils, salves and ointments. We will explore how herbs are combined to create balanced formulas for both internal and external use.

Throughout the day, we will look at a selection of well-known medicinal herbs and discuss how they are commonly used to support everyday health concerns. There will be time for questions and discussion.

We will also have a guided tour of the herb gardens and the demonstrations will take place in Core College herbal dispensary, where you will see how herbal preparations are made and stored in a professional setting. 

Core College offers courses in medicinal herbalism ranging from one to four years in duration for those who wish to continue their studies.

Suitable For

This course is open to beginners and anyone with an interest in natural health. Whether you are simply curious about herbal medicine, considering further study, or looking for practical knowledge you can use at home, you will find the day welcoming, informative and accessible. No previous experience is required, just an interest in learning about the healing potential of plants.

Learning Highlights

By the end of the course, you will understand the basic principles of how herbal medicine works and how different forms of preparation influence the way herbs act in the body. You will know the difference between teas, tinctures and topical preparations, and when each might be appropriate.

You will leave with a clearer understanding of how herbal formulas are created, greater confidence in discussing common medicinal herbs, and a strong foundation for further exploration in herbal studies.