Herbal Medicine
Learn about the role of herbal medicine in healthcare by taking the Herbal Medicine certification course offered by the University of Minnesota.
Intermediate
Online
2 Weeks
1,699 INR Quick Facts
| Medium Of Instructions | Mode Of Learning | Mode Of Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| English | Self Study | Video and Text Based |
Course Overview
The Herbal Medicine certification course is a part of the Integrative Health and Medicine Specialisation offered by the University of Minnesota. The specialisation offers courses that provide the knowledge and skills needed to practice medicine and integrative therapy.
The Herbal Medicine certification by Coursera provides the necessary background information for medical practitioners to incorporate the use of herbal medicine in their practice. The course explores the benefits of herbal medicine, its therapeutic qualities, as well as the safety concerns associated with them.
The course contains approximately 2 weeks of study material provided by experts from the University of Minnesota. The study material includes video lessons, reading material, and practice quizzes.
The Highlights
- Offered by the University of Minnesota
- 2 weeks Long
- Online Course
- Intermediate Level Programme
- Shareable Certificate
Programme Offerings
- Video Lessons
- Reading Material
- Practice Exercises
- Coursera Labs
- Flexible Time Schedule
- Subtitles Availability.
Courses and Certificate Fees
| Certificate Availability | Certificate Providing Authority |
|---|---|
| yes | Coursera |
The fees for the Herbal Medicine course is :
Course Duration | Amount |
1 month (16 hours/week) | Rs. 1,699 |
3 months (5 hours/week) | Rs. 1,166 |
6 months (3 hours/week) | Rs. 867 |
Eligibility Criteria
Academic Qualifications
The Herbal Medicine training is targeted towards practising healthcare professionals and healthcare students but it is beginner-friendly.
Certification Qualifying Details
To get qualified for the certification for Herbal Medicine, the learner must complete the course, and attempt and pass all the graded assignments and practice exercises.
What you will learn
The Herbal Medicine online course prepares the learner to include herbal medicine as part of their practice. After completion of the course, the learners will learn to:
- Incorporate the use of herbal medicine in healthcare
- Educate their patients about the benefits and safety concerns of herbal medicine
- Discuss the general herbal activities as well as the ways for making botanical preparations.
- Evaluate patients for herb-drug interactions, contraindications, and special populations to ensure their safety and well-being.
Who it is for
Completing the Herbal Medicine certification syllabus creates a stepping stone for the learner to build a career in the field of medicine, healthcare, botany, and pharmaceuticals. Following are the careers that can be opted for after doing this course:
- Doctor
- Nurse
- Staff Nurse
- Botanist
- Chemist
- Pharmacist
Admission Details
To enrol for the Herbal Medicine online course by Coursera, you need to follow these steps:
Step 1. Sign up to the official website of Coursera: https://www.coursera.org/.
Step 2. Look for the application form on the official webpage of the course (https://www.coursera.org/learn/herbalmedicine) and fill up your primary details.
Step 3. Make the payment or apply for the scholarship or financial aid.
Step 4. The course can be accessed once you fill up the application.
Application Details
The application form for the Herbal Medicine training asks the learner to provide basic information such as name, age, phone number, email address and location. Upon availing of financial aid or scholarship, income and employment information may also be asked.
The Syllabus
Videos
- Introduction to this Course
- What is Herbal Medicine and How is it Used?
- Are Dietary Supplements and Natural Medicines also Botanicals?
- How are Botanicals Different than Pharmaceuticals?
- Case Study: Sophia, 26
- Who’s Using Botanical Medicines?
- Your Role as a Healthcare Provider
- Case Study: Enrique, 58
- Botanical Laws and Regulations in the U.S.
- Challenges in Botanical Medicine Research
- Evaluating and Selecting Research Sources
Readings
- Comparing Pharmaceuticals and Botanicals
- Assess, Educate, Advise Model
- DSHEA Quick Facts
- Checklist for Evaluating a Research Study
- Week 1 References
Assignment
- Botanical Basics
Discussion prompt
- Challenges with Recommending Botanicals
- Botanical Laws and Regulations from Around the World
Videos
- Contaminants and Adulterants
- How Do Botanicals Interact with Pharmaceuticals?
- Special Patient Populations
- Third-Party Testing of Botanicals
- Shopping for Botanicals
Readings
- A Closer Look at Contaminants and Adulterants
- Your Role as a Healthcare Provider
- Common Botanicals That May Cause Herb-Drug Interactions
- Risks for Pregnant and Breastfeeding Patients
- Third-Party Testing Organizations
- Safety Guidelines for Purchasing Botanicals
Assignment
- Herb-Drug Interactions
- Recommending Botanicals to Special Populations
- Third-Party Testing Organizations Web Review
- A Day at the Clinic
Discussion prompt
- What advice would you give patients when purchasing botanicals?
Videos
- What Are Botanical Actions?
- Botanical Actions for Pain and Stress
- Botanical Actions for Gastrointestinal and Upper Respiratory Ailments
- Botanical Actions that Support the Immune and Nervous Systems
- What are Botanical Preparations?
- Water-Based Preparations
- Other Preparation Types
- DIY Herbal Infusion
- DIY Herbal Macerate
Readings
- Botanical Actions Reference Sheet
- Botanical Preparations Reference Sheet
- Make Your Own Herbal Infusions and Macerates
Assignment
- Types of Botanical Preparations
- Botanical Actions and Preparations Workshop
Discussion prompt
- Potential impact on healthcare systems
Videos
- Week 4 Introduction
- Botanicals for Mental Wellbeing
- Botanicals for Women's Health
- Botanicals for Musculoskeletal Pain
- Botanicals for Migraine Headaches
- Peppermint Essential Oil for Headaches
- Assessing, Educating, and Advising Patients
Readings
- Botanicals for Mental Wellbeing
- Botanicals for Mental Wellbeing Reference Sheet
- Botanicals for Mental Wellbeing Research Guide
- Botanicals for Women’s Health
- Botanicals for Women’s Health Reference Sheet
- Botanicals for Women’s Health Research Guide
- Botanicals for Musculoskeletal Pain
- Botanicals for Musculoskeletal Pain Reference Sheet
- Botanicals for Musculoskeletal Pain Research Guide
- Botanicals for Migraine Headaches
- Botanicals for Migraine Headaches Reference Sheet
- Botanicals for Migraine Headaches Research Guide
Assignment
- Assessing, Educating, and Advising Patients
- Latisha, Maria, and George
Discussion prompt
- What are some challenges with patient-friendly language?
Videos
- Week 5 Introduction
- Botanicals for Upper Respiratory Conditions
- Botanicals for Skin Conditions
Readings
- Botanicals for Upper Respiratory Conditions
- Botanicals for Upper Respiratory Conditions Reference Sheet
- Botanicals for Upper Respiratory Conditions Research Guide
- What's the Difference Between Colds and Influenza?
- Botanicals for Skin Conditions
- Botanicals for Skin Conditions Reference Sheet
- Botanicals for Skin Conditions Research Guide
Assignment
- Heinrich and Mai
Discussion prompt
- Heinrich and Mai
Video
- Final Project Criteria
Reading
- Final Project Criteria and Examples
Peer review
- Botanicals for Symptom Management
Videos
- Week 6 Introduction
- Botanicals for GERD
- Botanicals for Gastrointestinal and Liver Disorders
- Botanicals for Urinary Tract Infections
- Course Summary and Possible Next Steps
Readings
- Botanicals for GERD
- Botanicals for GERD Reference Sheet
- Botanicals for GERD Research Guide
- Botanicals for Gastrointestinal and Liver Disorders
- Botanicals for Gastrointestinal and Liver Disorders Reference Sheet
- Botanicals for Gastrointestinal and Liver Disorders Research Guide
- Botanicals for Urinary Tract Infections
- Botanicals for Urinary Tract Infections Reference Sheet
- Botanicals for Urinary Tract Infections Research Guide
Assignment
- Holly, Selena, Robert, and Amirah
- Personal Reflection Activity
Discussion prompt
- Share Your Personal Reflection
Discussion prompt
- Share Your Personal Reflection
Instructors
University of Minnesota, Minneapolis Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
The mode of the course is online.
Yes, a scholarship can be availed if the learner is unable to pay the fees.
Depending on the duration you choose while making payment, you will have unlimited access to the course for 1 month to 6 months.
The course is targeted towards health and medicine practitioners and students, but beginners can take the course as well.
After doing this course, you can pursue a career in health and wellness, medicine, pharmaceuticals and botany.