Guest guest Posted April 19, 2010 Report Share Posted April 19, 2010 Very interesting. Can you please elaborate on the title of " Dr " . Dr in what? Field? Institution that awarded this degree/title? What does M.H. and N.D. stand for as mentioned on the WEB site? -= Chris ß, B.Sc / R.Ph. =- ----- Mominjesus1 wrote: > Pam in order to learn about herbs you have to study herbalist classes. Dr > Christopher offers an class. <snip> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 21, 2010 Report Share Posted April 21, 2010 Kathi -- looks like you are in New Jersey, home of one of the best and oldest schools for herbalists in the US. David Winston's Center for Herbal Studies is in Washington and he's one of the most respected teachers -- travels and teaches world wide. They take a new class every 2 years and do onsite and remote courses. http://www.herbalstudies.org/ There may be more practicing herbalists per square mile in NJ than in many other states; it should be easy to find a workshop you can get to; Rutgers even offers some but so do practitioners through their clinics; check your native plant society, botanical gardens and community groups. Obviously check the American Herbalist Guild site. There are herb/green medicine courses for all levels and interests -- the beginner who wants to grow and use a few traditional medicines at home through full Chinese or Ayurvedic or Naturopathic programs. There are on-line classes, weekend classes and residential programs. There are university programs (e.g. Bastyr and Tai Sophia) -- so it's hard to give a simple answer to your question without knowing what you are looking for. You need to explore and see what suits you. To give you an idea of the range (some of which I know are excellent, some probably less so, and some I just do not know much about) see below. There are many more outside the US and do not forget to check acupuncture, naturopathy and ayurveda sites for accredited programs in those specialty areas. Good luck, --Susan www.ladybarbara.net www.herbmentor.com www.cshs.com www.botanicalstudies.net www.planetherbs.com www.foundationsofherbalism.com www.gcnm.com www.herbaltransitions.com www.livingawareness.com www.evergreenherbgarden.org www.ncnm.edu www.naimh.com www.herbaleducation.net www.ahaherb.com www.schoolofnaturalhealing.com www.sierra-institute.com www.achs.edu www.swiha.edu www.bastyr.edu www.swsbm.com www.ccnh.edu www.7song.com www.blueridgeschool.org www.thechicagocollegeofhealingarts.com www.heartofherbs.com www.vtherbcenter.org www.sacredplanttraditions.com www.sagemountain.com www.tai.edu www.susunweed.com www.holisticlivingschool.org www.vintageremedies.com www.herbsheal.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 21, 2010 Report Share Posted April 21, 2010 Hi Pam, I have to agree with Susan - I did a tremendous amount of reasearch and examined many course outlines and published works by various instructors for distance learning (I cannot attend classes elsewhere because of family and business commitments). I decided on Christopher Hobbs' " Foundations of Herbalism " . It was thorough, and suited my needs - and in fact I am still working on it ) The link below gives a good overview of herbal education and courses available (from the American Herbalists Guild) - once there, use the drop down box and serch button in the top left column. http://americanherbalistsguild.com/herbal_education Good Luck to you! Julie Herzog www.elderberryherbfarm.com , Susan Anderson <sand wrote: > ....Obviously check the American Herbalist Guild site. There are herb/green medicine courses for all levels and interests -- the beginner who wants to grow and use a few traditional medicines at home through full Chinese or Ayurvedic or Naturopathic programs. There are on-line classes, weekend classes and residential programs. There are university programs (e.g. Bastyr and Tai Sophia) -- so it's hard to give a simple answer to your question without knowing what you are looking for. You need to explore and see what suits you. > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 21, 2010 Report Share Posted April 21, 2010 Thanks for the info, Cindy. I hear you! I am also self taught in many things, this is just the latest J People just do not want to hear that I am self taught, they won't listen even when I know what's good for them and they don't. I understand that Herbology is a different study entirely than oils. Is it also not nationally accredited? I have a niece who is an Accupuncturist and she is also an Herbologist. I guess I can talk to her about this, too. I have a lot of research to do (but I always do!). On Behalf Of cindyjones1 Tuesday, April 20, 2010 11:26 PM Re: Herbology Kathi, I don't know that it is really 'controversial'; I think its just that there is alot to know and you can't really get all that information in one spot. Personally, I think anyone who deals in the 'health fields' such as herbology should have a good understanding of anatomy & physiology and take a college level class in that. Most herb programs dance around any science and think its unimportant. Sure, I'm biased, but I'd suggest a good class in A & P. Some colleges are starting to offer programs in holistic health. I know in Colorado there are community colleges that have classes and Metro State College also does. Then look at some of the programs; I think Michael Moore has a pretty intensive program at least from what I've seen. Although he died a year ago I think his program is still going on. Rosemary Gladstar has a reputable program. Here is a list of some programs: http://www.herbnet.com/university_p2.htm It also depends upon what kind of program you are interested in; to practice just on your family, or what level of knowledge you want. Join some organizations that deal with herbs: American Herbalist Guild is one, International Herb Association . . . . . . I am self taught. I bought a course once and was astonished at the low level of information that was in there. I don't like paying someone money for information that I can find better and for less price. Find some good books on herbalism; David Hoffman, Rosemary Gladstar, . . . There are many, just depends upon what areas of herbalism you are interested in. Its an ongoing process. cindy jones http://www.sagescript.com Cindy Jones BS - bull shit MS more of the same Ph.D. piled higher and deeper <%40> , " Kirschner, Kathi [TIBUS] " <KKirsch1 wrote: > > Thanks, Tina! I did hear about the same from a few. I'm glad somebody > spoke up since I had no idea it was so controversial. > > I will continue to search until something " feels " right! > > Regards, > > Kathi > > > Kathi Kirschner > Site Services Leader > 1125 Trenton-Harbourton Rd > Titusville, NJ > Desk: 609-730-7519 > Cell: 267-994-4945 > Fax: 609-730-8523 > kkirsch1 > http://www.tibotec.com > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 21, 2010 Report Share Posted April 21, 2010 Wow, Susan, thank you! Thank you everyone who did respond! I have more than enough information now J One question: If this univ is in Washington (David Winston's) then which one is in NJ (best & oldest in the US)? On Behalf Of Susan Anderson Tuesday, April 20, 2010 11:50 PM Herbology Kathi -- looks like you are in New Jersey, home of one of the best and oldest schools for herbalists in the US. David Winston's Center for Herbal Studies is in Washington and he's one of the most respected teachers -- travels and teaches world wide. They take a new class every 2 years and do onsite and remote courses. http://www.herbalstudies.org/ There may be more practicing herbalists per square mile in NJ than in many other states; it should be easy to find a workshop you can get to; Rutgers even offers some but so do practitioners through their clinics; check your native plant society, botanical gardens and community groups. Obviously check the American Herbalist Guild site. There are herb/green medicine courses for all levels and interests -- the beginner who wants to grow and use a few traditional medicines at home through full Chinese or Ayurvedic or Naturopathic programs. There are on-line classes, weekend classes and residential programs. There are university programs (e.g. Bastyr and Tai Sophia) -- so it's hard to give a simple answer to your question without knowing what you are looking for. You need to explore and see what suits you. To give you an idea of the range (some of which I know are excellent, some probably less so, and some I just do not know much about) see below. There are many more outside the US and do not forget to check acupuncture, naturopathy and ayurveda sites for accredited programs in those specialty areas. Good luck, --Susan www.ladybarbara.net www.herbmentor.com www.cshs.com www.botanicalstudies.net www.planetherbs.com www.foundationsofherbalism.com www.gcnm.com www.herbaltransitions.com www.livingawareness.com www.evergreenherbgarden.org www.ncnm.edu www.naimh.com www.herbaleducation.net www.ahaherb.com www.schoolofnaturalhealing.com www.sierra-institute.com www.achs.edu www.swiha.edu www.bastyr.edu www.swsbm.com www.ccnh.edu www.7song.com www.blueridgeschool.org www.thechicagocollegeofhealingarts.com www.heartofherbs.com www.vtherbcenter.org www.sacredplanttraditions.com www.sagemountain.com www.tai.edu www.susunweed.com www.holisticlivingschool.org www.vintageremedies.com www.herbsheal.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 23, 2010 Report Share Posted April 23, 2010 >>One question: If this univ is in Washington (David Winston's) then which one is in NJ<< David is in Washington, NJ (not DC or Washington state)--it's north west NJ; try checking google maps if you do not know where it is Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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