The RBGE Certificate in Herbology is a great way to learn about medicinal plants – how to find, recognise and use them. The focused content of this ten-day programme takes you on a journey through some of the more intriguing moments to be found within the history of western herbal medicine, and these are used as inspiration for further study and research, combined with a complementary physic garden visit, wild herb gathering and the exploration of a myriad of different herbal habitats.
This course will introduce you to many of the key RBGE Diploma in Herbology subjects of study and will give you the 'herbal' confidence required to make the most of your further studies in this field. If you wish to progress onto the diploma, further details may be found by clicking here.
This is the perfect way to begin to develop your materia medica (knowledge of healing botanicals), botanising and green pharmacy (herbal remedy making) skills and will provide the perfect stepping stone for those wishing to progress on to the RBGE Diploma in Herbology or Herbology Short Courses.
Autumn Course: August - December 2024
Applications for the course starting in August 2024 are now closed.
Winter Course: February - May 2025
Late applications are being accepted until 23:45 on Monday 27th January 2025. Please read the course handbook and follow the instructions within to apply.
Both options follow the same format and are taught here at RBGE. They take place during the day over 5 weekends (Saturday & Sunday 10.00am - 5.00pm).
Most mornings will take the form of illustrated talks and or demonstrations while the afternoon sessions will be focused on practical activities, self-directed study, visits or field trips.
It is a formally assessed course and therefore requires students to successfully pass assignments in order to achieve the award. A breakdown of the assessments can be found in the course handbook.
Although it may help you do not need prior knowledge or experience for this course.
The cost for the course is £775. Full payment for the course is required on acceptance of a place.
All equipment and materials needed to complete this programme of study are provided by RBGE, with the exception of a small bottle of brandy (required for making the Bach Flower Remedies).
Autumn Course: August - December 2024
Applications for the course starting in August 2024 are now closed.
Winter Course: February - May 2025
Late applications are being accepted until 23:45 on Monday 27th January 2025. Please read the course handbook and follow the instructions within to apply.
