Practice & Protocols of Herbalism

ADVANCED HERBAL PROGRAM

200-Hour Certificate Program

Building upon our Level I Foundations of Herbalism course, Practice and Protocols of Herbalism continues to furnish students with the tools needed to become a successful and confident community herbalists. This program interweaves both the knowledge of Western Herbalism and a variety of global healing traditions and herbs and offers a deep exploration into the most common health issues that we are facing within our local communities. This advanced herbalism course offers essential skills and training for caring for and educating others about herbal health, and developing skills to become an active and confident Community Herbalist. This 200-Hour Certificate program prepares participants to work with family, friends, and communities as a Community Herbalist by connecting plants with the imbalances of the body systems and energetics they affect. It prepares folks to safely and efficaciously assist people with herbal recommendations to facilitate wellness and is a prerequisite for our Practicing Herbalist Clinical Program.

Class Schedule:

Classes will meet online once month, on Wednesdays from 10 am to 5 pm (with the exception of March and July). There will be two full day, in-person (online option available) Advanced Herbal Medicine Making Intensives from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm in March and July, held in our Apothecary in Downtown New Milford, CT. All classes will be recorded and available to you for years to come. This course comes with a comprehensive 200+ page herbal course workbook.

Practice & Protocols of Herbalism Student TESTIMONIAL:

I am endlessly grateful for the transformative and enchanting herbal education I received through Twin Star. The learning journey was nothing short of magical, as I delved into the ancient wisdom of plants and their profound healing properties. Beyond the knowledge gained, the heartfelt community at Twin Star fostered a sense of belonging and shared passion for holistic healing. With each step, I felt a deep connection to the natural world and an unwavering appreciation for the power of plants in nurturing both body and soul. My heart overflows with gratitude for this cherished experience that has enriched my practice as a therapist and herbal wellness advocate. - Shannon M. 2022 Graduate

Instructors

This course will be co-taught by Clinical Herbalists Lupo Passero and Ilana Sobo, as well as Community Herbalist and Apothecarist Rebekah Sutter.

upcoming 2024-25 Dates

Wednesday Full Days Online 10 am to 5 pm: December 11, January 15, February 12, March 15*, April 12*, April 16, May 14, June 11, July 19*, August 13, September 10 and October 8th
*March 15 (in CT), April 12 (in ALV) and July 19 in both locations will be full day, in-person Advanced Herbal Medicine Making Intensives from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Topics Covered

• Pathology and Herbal Protocols for all Systems of the Body

• In-depth exploration of dozens of common disease states and botanical strategy

• Materia Medica on 100 + Popular Herbal Remedies

• Herbal Case Studies + Creating Wellness Programs

• Communication Skills

• Formulating Herbal Protocols

• Herbal Shamanism, Plant Spirit Healing & Entheogenic Plants

• Healer Heal Thyself Project + Herbal Self Care Study

• Expanding Herbal Knowledge

• Botanical Illustration & Herbal Crafts

• Two Full Day In-Person Advanced Herbal Medicine Making Intensives

• Wild Foods Celebration & More!                                                    

200 Certificate Hours from Twin Star Herbal Education—Our most comprehensive training! 

Prerequisite:

Twin Star’s Foundations of Herbalism Level I Training, Foundations of Herbalism Home Study or another comparable herbal studies course is a pre-requisite for this course.

Investment 

Tuition for this program is $2,750. You can reserve your spot by making a deposit. All deposits made are non-refundable and non-transferrable. Monthly payment plan is available after deposit. Save $250 when you pay in full.

Please fill out this enrollment form upon registration.

What Students Are Saying

"My experience in Level 2 was both positively challenging and rewarding!  In a nutshell, Level 2 brings the information we learned in Level 1 into a clear focus.  I enjoyed learning to make tinctures by using the scientific method, and experimenting with drip percolation.  The monthly case studies empowered us to use our education (thus far) in a mock clinical setting where we discussed various methods for assessing an individuals condition and possible protocols for a wide range of health issues.  As a Level 2 graduate, I feel confident in my abilities as an herbalist while at the same time I'm excited to continue my education!" 

- J.G. Practices and Protocols Graduate

"Lupo teaches plant wisdom from a heart centered space which encourages students to continue to connect with the plants in a sacred and traditional way. In level 2 you will have the opportunity to form deeper relationships with plants, which is an extremely transformational and healing experience."  

- C.H. Practices and Protocols Graduate

"I feel so fortunate to have been part of Lupo's classes and study at Twin Star! I truly enjoy the knowledge, stories, protocols and experiences provided to us. I can't wait to explore more classes offered, thank you!".

- Rachel M.

"I really like the way the information was broken up between months and expand upon what we learned in Level 1. I loved having Rebekah teach us advanced medicine making. She did a great job, explaining each type of herbal medicine practice and keeping all of us on task! Ilana was a great teacher and is definitely a wealth of knowledge! I really appreciated what she shared about working with children as well as homeopathic medicines."

- Shannon M