Community Herbal Certificate Program (Online Interactive 80 hours) Class Starts January 2026

Step into the World of Herbal Magic: 80-Hour Online Interactive Herbal Program!

Are you ready to awaken your inner healer and connect with the ancient wisdom of plants? Join us on an enchanting path through our 80-hour online interactive community herbal course, where you’ll dive deep into the mystical, medicinal, and magical world of herbs. This immersive program goes beyond the basics, guiding you from plant identification to advanced herbal formulations, all within a vibrant and supportive online community. Whether you’re crafting remedies for yourself or your community, this course will equip you with the skills to bring the magic of herbal medicine into everyday life.

What You’ll Experience:

Discover the Power of Plants: This isn’t just a course; it’s an invitation to transform your life and your community through the power of herbs. Learn how to create your own herbal apothecary, craft potent remedies, and tap into the energy of the natural world. Imagine the joy of making medicine not just for yourself, but for those around you—spreading wellness, one potion at a time.

A variety of teachers who are experts in their fields

Our program features a diverse lineup of expert teachers, each bringing a wealth of knowledge, passion, and hands-on experience to the classroom. From seasoned herbalists with decades of practice in traditional medicine to botanists specializing in plant identification and sustainable foraging, our instructors are dedicated practitioners deeply connected to the world of herbs. You’ll learn from herbal alchemists skilled in crafting potent tinctures and remedies, kitchen herbalists who blend culinary and medicinal uses of plants, and holistic health specialists who illuminate the interplay between herbs and the body’s systems. Each instructor offers unique insights, whether focusing on ethical wild crafting, advanced formulations, or the energetic properties of plants, providing a well-rounded and enriching education that empowers you to explore the magical world of herbs and forge meaningful connections with nature.

This course is the 80 hour, one year, online portion of the full 200 hour registered herbalist course. It can be taken as a standalone online course for the Community Herbalist Certificate. 

Classes Include:

• Botany and Ethical wild crafting
• Building a Home Apothecary
  Learn sustainable practices for sourcing and storing herbs, including ethical wild crafting and building a home herbal collection.
• Vocabulary, Properties and Actions
  Dive into key herbal terms, actions, and properties of 65 herbs over the course of 5 modules.
• Herbal Formulation
  Learn the principles of blending herbs for stability and grounding.
• Kitchen Witchery
  Everyday herbalism with Earth herbs, including cooking and simple remedies.

Herbal Preparations:

• Alcohol as a Solvent: Learn to make folk tinctures and explore the alchemical magic of plant extraction.
• Water as a Solvent: Techniques for creating decoctions, syrups, and nourishing herbal broths.
• Vinegar, Glyceride, and Honey as Solvents: Craft herbal vinegars, glycerides, and oxymels that capture the essence of your plants.
• Oil as a Solvent: Make herbal oils and discuss the process of creating salves, perfect for skincare and healing.

Herbal Anatomy and Systems Support:

• Digestive and Cardiovascular Systems:
  Explore herbs for the digestive system, liver, and cardiovascular health, and learn to craft formulas that support these vital systems.
• Reproductive and Urinary Systems:
  Herbs for menstruation, pregnancy, men’s health, and urinary support, with practical guidance on making tailored remedies.
• Respiratory and Nervous Systems:
  Herbal support for respiratory and nervous systems, including calming blends for stress and anxiety.
• Endocrine System:
  Dive into herbs that support hormonal balance and overall endocrine health, connecting to the subtler energies of plant medicine.

Program Details:

• Format: Live, interactive online classes via Zoom.
• Schedule: Classes are held on Monday evenings
  Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.

Cost:

• Paid in Full: $1,200 Paid before Jan 15
• Early bird discount: Paid in full by Nov 15 $1000
• Payment Plan: $1,500 ($600 deposit, $200 per month Feb 1-April 1 )
• Deposit:  $600 due to hold space (non-refundable)
• Supply Fee: $70 per module, covering all 65 herbs used during the program, totaling $350. Supply fees are due at the start of each module. Shipping fee for those who live out of state.
• Please be aware there are no refunds for this program, if you drop out within one month of program start date we give you 50% toward the next herb program and you will be responsible for all payments if you are on a payment plan.

Program Dates:

2026: Monday evenings 6:30pm-8:30pm

• 40 Online Interactive Classes (80 Hours):
  Classes are held on Monday evenings (6:30 PM – 8:30 PM).2026 online Dates:

  January 2026

  All class offerings and schedules are subject to change as we listen to the needs of our teachers, students, and the rhythms of the season.
  Jan 26 – Introduction (Earth) 

  Meet your community, explore what herbalism means, and learn how we’ll study and create together this year.
  Discover basic tools, supplies, and plant vocabulary. Learn how to start your own home collection and herbal journal.

  February 2026

  Feb 2 –How to Build Your First Apothecary and vocabulary 

  Start your plant journal and learn simple ways to record herbal observations through sight, scent, and experience.

  Feb 9 –Creating a Materia Medica and herbal actions

  Feb 16 – Introduction to herbalism

  Feb 23 Working with Water: Teas, Decoctions & Tisanes
  Hands-on practice with herbal water-based extractions for flavor, healing, and nourishment.

  March 2026

  March 2 – Botany Basics
  Learn about plant parts and begin simple, hands-on identification techniques. How to Work Respectfully with Plants 
  Explore ethical harvesting, gratitude practices, and building mindful relationships with plants.

  Mar 9 – How the Body Works: 12 Systems Overview 
  Learn how herbal actions interact with the body in simple, easy-to-understand ways.

  Mar 16 – Formulation/Blending Herbs 
  Explore taste, texture, and intention in herbal blending for balance and purpose.
  
  Mar 30 –  Botany for herbalists 

  April 2026

  Apr 6 – Support Digestion Naturally 
  Learn simple digestive herbs and practices for nourishment and comfort.

  Apr 13 – Case studies

  Apr 20 –Digestive system formulation

  Discover how gentle herbs help the stomach, liver, and heart. 
  Create simple alcohol-free remedies using sweet and tangy extractions.

  Apr 27 – Botany for herbalists -Plant Identification

  May 2026

  May 4 – Care for the Liver 
  Learn how the liver supports the body and herbs that aid gentle cleansing.

  May 11 – Cardiovascular System 

  May 18 –Herbs for Heart and Lymph 

  May 25- How the Reproductive System Works 
  A simple overview of reproductive anatomy and herbal nourishment for balance.

  June 2026

  Jun 1 – How to Support Menstrual Health
  Explore herbs that soothe, balance, and nourish during cycles.

  Jun 8 – Support Pregnancy  Naturally 
  
  Jun 15 –Herbs for Men’s Health

  Jun 22 – Support Menopause Naturally 
  Explore herbs for comfort, hormonal balance, and emotional grounding.

  Jun 29 – Support the Urinary System
  Discover soothing and cleansing herbs for bladder and kidney wellness.

  July 2026

  Jul 6 – How to Make a Tinctures and Honeys 
  Learn the basics of alcohol-based extraction and record keeping.

  Jul 13 –Case Studies 

  July 20th –How the Lungs Work/ Respiratory anatomy 
  A beginner’s look at the respiratory system and breathing support.

  Jul 27 – How to Care for the Lungs with Herbs 
  Make herbal blends to ease breathing and support the immune system.

  August 2026

  Aug 3 – How the Nervous System Works 
  Understand the basics of how the body responds to stress, rest, and calm.

  September 2026

  Sep 21 – Calm & Strengthen the Nervous System 
  Explore herbs that support emotional balance and ease.

  Sep 28 –Support Children with Herbs 
  Learn gentle, safe ways to prepare herbal remedies for kids.

  October 2026

  Oct 5 – How Stress Affects the Body
  Understand how stress impacts wellness and ways herbs can help.

  Oct 12 – Phytochemistry  
  Learn what makes herbs effective in everyday language.

  Oct 19 –Tincture making 

  Oct 26 –Endocrine system  
  Explore glands and energetic balance through plant support.

  November 2026

  Nov 2 –Herbs for Adrenal health 
  Work with gentle adaptogens and tonics for endocrine balance.

  Nov 9 –How to Make Herbal Oils 
  Create infused oils for body care and massage.

  Nov 16 – Case Study: Building Confidence 
  Continue exploring simple scenarios and solutions.

  
  Nov 23 – Herbs of the Seasons: Celebrating the Wheel of the Year 
  Reflect on cycles, nature, and seasonal herbs.

  
  Nov 30 –Putting it all together

  Continue exploring simple scenarios and solutions.

  December 2026

  Dec 7 – Materia Medica 

  Dec 14 – Closing Circle & Recipe Exchange
  Celebrate your journey, share creations, and reflect on your growth as an herbalist.

  Unlock Your Herbal Potential:

Whether you’re looking to nurture yourself, support your loved ones, or start crafting herbal remedies for your community, this program is your gateway to the world of plant magic. By the end of this course, you’ll not only earn an 80-hour Community Herbalist Certificate but also gain the confidence and skills to step into your role as a healer.

Ready to Begin Your Herbal Path?
For more information and to secure your spot, email us at aceofcups@aceofcupsaustin.com or give us a call 512-696-3196. Spaces are limited, so don’t miss this opportunity to connect with nature, deepen your herbal knowledge, and make medicine for yourself and your community. Let the magic of herbs transform your world!

 

Application Process:

Applications can be submitted here. The program accepts a maximum of 18 students.

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