First Aid for Herbalists
Practical - Empowering - Essential
Bumps, scrapes, burns—life's battle scars we earn!
Discover the natural way to handle common mishaps! Tap into the healing properties of herbs that are available in your surroundings. Learn the right herbs to use and effective techniques to confidently apply them for relief and recovery.
Gain invaluable knowledge and practical skills to care for yourself and loved ones in times of need. In these classes, you'll:
This is not a theoretical class. It is a journey rooted in decades of practical experience, real events, and transformative case studies. Unlock the art of herbalism through lived knowledge.
- Expand your understanding of common health concerns that can be managed at home.
- Cultivate confidence in using local herbal resources and supporting your body's innate healing abilities.
- Discover ways to address ailments prior to seeking medical intervention or alongside professional care.
- Explore herbal remedies that offer unique benefits beyond conventional drugs.
- Learn how to create holistic, budget-friendly remedies using herbs around you.
- Understand precautions to consider, i.e. blood-thinning medications.
- Approach health concerns from an energetic perspective and complementing diagnostic methods.
This is not a theoretical class. It is a journey rooted in decades of practical experience, real events, and transformative case studies. Unlock the art of herbalism through lived knowledge.
Includes:
Support Materials
Herbal First Aid - Cuts, Lacerations, Bruises, Burns, Boils, Broken Bones, Bites - Matthew Wood, MS
Support Materials
First Aid - Phyllis D. Light, MA
Video
4 hours of teaching
Certificate
Certificate included
(see more below)
This is for you if you...
Upon completion, you will...
Teachers
Matthew Wood, MS
Matthew Wood has been a practicing herbalist for over forty years. He is an internationally known teacher and author with more than ten books to his credit. Matthew has an MSc in herbal medicine from the Scottish School of Herbal Medicine (accredited, U. of Wales). He lives in the Midwest.
Phyllis D. Light, MA
As 4th generation herbalist, Phyllis started with lessons from her grandmother who taught from her Creek/Cherokee heritage. Phyllis has studied and worked with herbs, foods, and other healing techniques for 30+ years. She is the author of Southern Folk Medicine and co-author of Traditional Western Herbalism Pulse Evaluation.
Certificate Included
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How to Get a Certificate
- Complete course materials
- Pass the test with a grade of 70% or better
- Save or print your certificate!
Available with subscription and individual course purchases.
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Accreditation hours
This course is a total of 5 accredited hours- 3 hours Materia Medica
- 1 hour Basic Human Sciences
- 1 hour Pharmacy, Pharmacognosy, and Dispensing
*Please check with your accrediting agency whether they will accept accredited hours or certificates from the Matthew Wood Institute of Herbalism
First Aid for Herbalists
An essential class for anyone who wants to use natural remedies as a first option.
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