The Facts
For generations families have relied on traditional herbal medicine, much of which is now recognized as scientifically correct. Too often in today's society we receive powerful drugs from our doctors for self-limiting ailments for which it may be more appropriate to call on herbal remedies and a balanced approach to living.
Features
This course provides the necessary knowledge and information for making and using herbal remedies at home. However, professional advice should always be sought if symptoms persist.
Drying and storage
Herbal infusions
Herbal decoctions
Tinctures and capsules
Infused oils, massage oils
Ointments and creams
Harvesting herbs - flowers, leaves, roots, seeds, bark, sap
Washes
Herbal suppliers
Herbal first aid
Growing medicinal herbs - buying, planting, growing from seed, pruning, taking cuttings
Babies and children - common symptoms, preventative treatments and remedies
Adolescents and young adults - common symptoms, preventative treatments and remedies
Middle Age - common symptoms, preventative treatments and remedies
The elderly - common symptoms, preventative treatments and remedies
This course has been accredited by Online Academies. On successful completion of this course you will be able to download or print off a PDF of your Online Academies Certificate (please note: you will also be given the opportunity to have a hard copy of the certificate printed off and posted out to you for a small additional charge). If you would like to view a sample of the certificate, please click here.
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At the conclusion of each module there is a multiple choice question assessment. This will help you remember the main points of the lesson and act as a check that you have retained the essential knowledge and understanding of that particular section. The results can be seen instantaneously and you can correct wrong answers. When the result is satisfactory you can progress to the next module.
Once you have successfully completed all the modules for your course you will be awarded:
A Diploma issued by Online Academies