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Course Title: Clinical Herbalism
Course Description:
This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of clinical herbalism. Students will learn about the therapeutic properties of herbs and how they can be used to improve health and wellness. 

YOU SHOULD NOT TAKE THIS COURSE IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A SOLID UNDERSTANDING OF HERBAL MEDICINE AND THE HUMAN BODY (Our Master Herbalist Course will provide you a solid foundation to take this course with)

The course will cover the history of herbal medicine, the principles of herbal formulation, and the use of herbs in clinical practice. Students will also learn about the safety and efficacy of herbal remedies, as well as how to create individualized treatment plans for clients.

Learning Objectives:
- Understand the history and principles of herbal medicine
- Identify the therapeutic properties of herbs and their uses
- Understand the safety and efficacy of herbal remedies
- Learn basic herbal formulation techniques
- Develop skills for creating individualized treatment plans for clients
- Understand how to integrate herbal medicine into a clinical practice

Course Outline:
Module 1: Introduction to Clinical Herbalism
- History of herbal medicine
- Principles of herbal formulation
- Overview of clinical herbalism

Module 2: Therapeutic Properties of Herbs
- Overview of medicinal plants
- Herbal actions and categories
- Understanding the energetics of herbs

Module 3: Herbal Safety and Efficacy
- Understanding the safety and quality of herbs
- Herbal interactions and contraindications
- Evidence-based herbal medicine

Module 4: Herbal Formulation Techniques
- Understanding herbal preparation methods
- Formulating herbal remedies

Module 5: Individualized Treatment Planning
- Assessment and client intake

Module 6: Integrating Herbal Medicine into Clinical Practice
- Legal and ethical considerations
- Collaborating with other healthcare professionals
- Building a successful clinical herbalism practice

Assessment Methods:
- Quizzes and exams to test knowledge of course content
- Case studies to develop skills for creating individualized treatment plans
- Final project to demonstrate understanding of the integration of herbal medicine into clinical practice

Course Materials:
- Provided Textbooks (included in the course as PDF downloads).

- Online resources: scientific articles, case studies, and videos
Prerequisites:
- Completion of our Master Herbalist Course HIGHLY RECOMMENDED and understanding of human anatomy and physiology is also recommended.