Herbalism Certificate Program
This program is designed to inspire each student to be more connected to nature, learn the powers of plants and become healthier and happier: mind, body and soul.
For thousands of years, plants have been used to promote healthy natural living. This is the basis for the Herbalism Certificate Programs at Denver Botanic Gardens. This series offers a unique learning experience to transform each student into a confident, knowledgeable and resourceful steward of plants. Classes are offered only as a full series.
Spring Herbal Certificate Program 101: Body Systems
Learn about the relationship between our body systems and the use of herbs. A variety of medicinal plants are introduced, including those grown at Denver Botanic Gardens and Chatfield Farms. Classes are led by some of the region’s most experienced herbalists. To earn the certificate students must attend 11 classes in person. Students have the opportunity to present a final project based on the cumulative knowledge gained during the course.
Herbal Certificate Program 101: Body Systems Course Topics
Ayurvedic Herbalism 101
Botanical Celebration: Share, Make and Take 101
Cardiovascular and Lymphatic System 101
Constitutions and Energetic Herbalism 101
Digestive System and Liver 101
Endocrine/Adaptogens 101
Immune System 101
Nervous System 101
Nutritive Herbs and Botanic Safety 101
Remedy-making: Tasty Treats 101
Reproductive Systems 101
Respiratory System 101
Skin/Integumentary System 101
Summer Herbal Certificate Program 201: Hands-On Applications
This program offers a unique learning experience to transform each student into a confident, knowledgeable and resourceful steward of plants by introducing practical and powerful herbalism knowledge. Classes focus on a variety of medicinal plants, including ones grown onsite at the Gardens as well as those native to Colorado. Led by some of the region’s most experienced herbalists, students are guided through every step with a hands-on teaching approach. Classes take place in the classroom, in our gardens and out in the field. To earn the certificate, students must attend at least nine classes in person. Students have the opportunity to present a final project based on the cumulative knowledge gained during the course.
Summer Herbal Certificate 201: Course Topics
Botanical Celebration: Share, Make and Take 201
Building an Apothecary with Food-based Remedies 201
Flower Essences for Spiritual and Ritual Explorations 201
Gardening with Medicinal Gardening with Medicinal Herbs in Colorado 201
Herbal Safety and Tea Formulations 201
Herbalism Hike and Plant Identification 201
Natural First Aid 201
Nurturing the Skin You Live In: Skin Spa Day 201
Plant Identification and Field Botanicals-making 201
Remedy-making: Fire Cider 201
Tincture and Cordials 201