25
Years training herbalists in Ireland
600
Clinical hours in the herbal programme
1,000+
Students in all courses since 2000
What Our Students Say
From beginners to practising herbalists, our graduates share their journeys
“I came to the programme from an interest in naturopathy. As a yoga teacher, I’d studied Ayurveda for a long time, but I decided I wanted to dive deeper into the herbal medicine side of things.”
Kara N., 1st Year Student
"It’s just incredible to have a big medicinal garden and be able to actually connect with the plants, something I haven’t found in other schools.”
Antonella D., 3rd Year Student, England
“In America, we really don’t have any schools for herbalism that are quite this quality. What attracted me to Core College was just how in-depth the programme is.”
Jillian H., 2nd Year Student, USA
Your Pathway to Becoming a Herbal Medicine Practitioner
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Begin with the Certificate in Herbal Studies
Lay the foundation in Year 1 and discover the power of herbal medicine. Experience herbal medicine in the clinic and dispensary, and learn about the principles and practice of natural healing.Â
Progress to the Nutrition and Iridology Diploma
In Year 2, expand your knowledge with a deeper focus on plant-based living food nutrition, iridology, and ongoing clinical training. You will also explore the mind–body connection in healing.
Qualify as a Herbal Medicine Practitioner
Complete Years 3 and 4 with advanced and in-depth herbal studies, graduating as a fully qualified herbal practitioner, ready to serve your community.
Why Students Choose Core College
10 compelling reasons our graduates trust us with their herbal medicine journey
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Established expertise — Over 25 years of training herbalists in Ireland, trusted by 1,000+ students worldwide. |
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Step-by-step pathway — Start with the Certificate (Year 1), progress to the Nutrition and Iridology Diploma (Year 2), and qualify as a Herbal medicine Practitioner in Years 3–4. |
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Hands-on clinical training — 18 supervised clinical training days each year, totalling 600+ hours, so graduates are confident and ready to start their own practice. |
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Working dispensary experience — Work directly in a functioning herbal dispensary, preparing tinctures, powders, and formulas for real patients. |
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Extensive herbal gardens — Learn about living plants in our organic medicinal herb gardens. |
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Learn with flexibility — Combine the convenience of online learning with valuable hands-on experience at the College's herbal clinic on campus. |
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Expert faculty — Courses created by experts with decades of experience and tutored by practising herbalists. |
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Aligned with professional standards — Structured to the highest standards of Western herbal medicine practice. Graduates can join professional associations in many countries, including Ireland and the UK |
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Supportive community — Small cohorts, individual mentoring, and a network of graduates in Ireland and abroad. |
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Career opportunities — Build the skills to start a herbal medicine practice, support community health, and teach and share your expertise. |
| ✔ | Organic and holistic values — Study in a college committed to plant-based healing, ecological responsibility and holism in herbal practice. |
How the Herbal Medicine Programme is Delivered
Our 4-year pathway combines online learning, practical experience in our herbal gardens, and over 600 hours of supervised clinical training. Watch this short film for a clear overview of the programme’s structure, delivery, and student experience.
Ready to start your Herbal Medicine Journey?Â
You can call us at +353 56 444 0254 for more information, or choose a time to visit the college or arrange a Zoom meeting by completing one of the forms below.Â
