Foundations of Herbal Support
This course covers the basics of herbal constituents, preparations, and administration methods, empowering healthcare providers to navigate herbal products to meet individual needs. In addition, it offers valuable information on evidence-based herbalism, proper dosing, and safety precautions. Learners will gain insights about functional herbalism theory, ethical practice, and considerations for sourcing high-quality herbs. Upon completion of the course, clinicians will have the knowledge and confidence to recommend herbal support, ultimately improving patient care and outcomes. The herbs and herbal practices discussed are focused on promoting overall health and well-being and are not intended to treat or cure any disease.
Module One: Exploring the World of Herbalism
In Module One, we will ground the learning in the historical context of herbalism across various traditions and their relevance in contemporary healthcare practices. Additionally, we will discuss the concept of herbs to support overall health, highlighting the importance of phytochemicals, the compounds that imbue herbs with their health-promoting properties. Our spotlight on turmeric will showcase the potential health benefits of a commonly used herbal spice, giving you a practical example of herbalism in action. of significant traditions in the history of herbalism.
At the end of this course/module, participants will be able to:
- Identify and summarize the important features of significant traditions in the history of herbalism.
- Demonstrate the influence of herbal traditions on modern-day Western herbalism.
- Apply essential concepts and principles to draw conclusions about phytochemicals and their properties in herbs.
Module Two: Exploring Herbal Constituents, Preparations, and Delivery Methods
In this module, you will gain familiarity with herbal constituents and the concept of synergy in full- spectrum applications. We will delve into various herbal preparations, acquainting you with the landscape of herbal products and commonly employed delivery methods, equipping you with the high- level discernment needed to effectively choose herbal products for your clinical practice to benefit your patients. A spotlight on turmeric constituents and extracts will offer practical examples for healthcare providers to understand the application of these concepts in real-world scenarios.
At the end of this course/module, participants will be able to:
- Recognize key terminology and apply informed discernment in relation to the various preparation and extraction methods of herbal products.
- Apply essential concepts about herbal constituents and how their properties determine their specific actions and effects on the body.
- Comprehend the role that standardization plays in the quantification and quality assurance of maintaining consistent levels of the chosen key active constituents.
Module Three: Key Considerations for Clinicians
Module Three explores the integration of herbal support into modern healthcare practices, providing essential insights for healthcare practitioners. Throughout this module, we will delve into evidence- based herbalism and the role of scientific evidence in guiding herbal treatments. Phytotherapy and functional herbal therapy will be key topics of discussion, emphasizing the therapeutic benefits of plants in healthcare. Key aspects such as understanding the dosage of herbal products, ethical considerations in herb sourcing, and good manufacturing practices will be covered. A spotlight on adaptogens for modern-day practice and evidence-based administration of turmeric will provide practical applications for clinicians and their patients.
At the end of this course/module, participants will be able to:
- Integrate the principles of evidence-based herbalism to guide the use of herbal products in clinical practice for optimal health outcomes.
- Recognize quality measures in herbal product manufacturing, including FDA good manufacturing practices, in relation to adulteration concerns and ethical sourcing of herbal materials.
- Navigate the regulatory landscape of working with herbal products and exercise awareness around dosage, safety concerns, and herb-drug interactions.
Complete at your own pace
These courses are offered as self-paced, self-directed learning. Our learning platform keeps track of your progress should you need to complete a course over multiple sessions. After registering, you will receive a notification and link to the platform for access to an array of course offerings.
Your learning activity is monitored and reported, with the system keeping track of the total time you have a course open on your computer or mobile device. It can take up to a week for your courses to post to your CE transcript.
To receive credits you must:
- Engage with the course module open for a number of hours equivalent to the course credit hours (e.g. 3 hours for a 3 CE credit course)
- Achieve a 90% or greater on the Final Assessment
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