The course provides a comprehensive education and training in the principles and practice of clinical herbalism. This incorporates the ‘energetic’ understanding of the cause of illness and the therapeutic actions of medicinal plants as well as the orthodox disciplines of Anatomy, Physiology, Pathophysiology and Nutrition. It is integrative in approach, linking traditional herbal medicine with modern science and holism.
Our teaching methods include a rich mixture of theoretical study, reflection, the use of intuition and practical experience including professional practice in our on-site Complementary Medicine Clinic. Our aim is to ensure that you become a competent and confident practitioner of clinical herbalism.
The course is delivered by block learning, which means that the attendance requirements for the academic modules are met through eight full three day weekends per year, plus attendance at the Complementary Medicine Clinic for clinical training.
• Year One of the course requires 90 hours of clinical training, (achieved during term time, either 1 day per fortnight or in blocks)
• Year Two requires 190 hours and Year Three requires 210 hours (roughly 1 day per week or the equivalent). There are a variety of ways in which this attendance can be achieved.
The course is accredited by the EHTPA (the European Herbal and Traditional Practitioners Association) and graduates are eligible to become members of NIMH (the National Institute of Medical Herbalists) or other professional bodies of medical herbalists.
Course Details - Modules
Typical Modules:
Level 1
• Clinical Practice - Introductory
• Anatomy & Physiology for Herbal Medicine
• Introduction to Herbal Medicine
• Pharmacy & Community Practice
• History, Philosophy & Evidence
Level 2
• Clinical Practice - Intermediate
• Pathophysiology
• Herbal Therapeutics
• Nutrition as Therapy
• Research Skills for Herbalists
Level 3
• Clinical Practice – Advanced
• Independent Study
• Advanced Herbal Therapeutics
• Preparation for Practice
Course Details – Assessment Method
The assessment methods used
throughout the programme include:
Practical assessments e.g. dispensing
Written examinations
Coursework portfolios e.g. portfolio of clinic reports and reflective journals
Written assessments
Course Details – Professional Bodies
Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.
How to Apply
26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application Codes
Course code:
B342
Institution code:
L42
Campus Name:
Main Site
Campus code:
Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
All entrants need sufficient academic grounding to be able to cope with degree-level work. For under 25's this is evidenced by meeting our UCAS points requirement or completion of an Access Course as detailed below.
For school-leavers we require a minimum of 72 UCAS Tariff points from the following:
GCE A levels and AS Levels
BTEC National (Diploma or Extended Diploma) in a relevant subject
Access to HE
Scottish Higher/Advanced Higher with at least one subject at Advanced Higher
T Levels.
For mature applicants and those over 25, an Access Course is often a good idea for those who have little academic background as well. However we are willing to take wider life and work experience into account where applicants can demonstrate that they have acquired academic skills by other means.
EU and International applicants:
NARIC confirmed equivalent of 72 UCAS points
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.
English language requirements
Test
Grade
AdditionalDetails
IELTS (Academic)
6.0
IELTS with an overall score of 6.0 and a minimum of 5.5 in each component (if applicable)
Equivalent English language qualifications may be acceptable for applicants requiring a visa
English Language Entry Requirement Information are not listed for this Course.
Unistats information
Student satisfaction :
75%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs):
60%
Go onto work and study:
85%
Fees and funding
England
7999.0
Year 1
Scotland
7999.0
Year 1
Wales
7999.0
Year 1
Northern Ireland
7999.0
Year 1
International
9500.0
Year 1
Additional Fee Information
Tuition fees will remain unchanged for the duration of a student's continuous enrolment.
DBS check - £47.80 (compulsory); Tunics for clinic x 2 - approx. £20 each (compulsory); Diagnostic
equipment such as stethoscope and sphygmomanometer - approx. £80 (compulsory); Materials for
making a pharmacy preparation - £10 - £30 (compulsory)
Compulsory costs other than the materials for the pharmacy preparation can be paid for using the Career Degree Bursary. The scheme allows students to access the remainder of the bursary (up to a maximum value of £500 / £250 per year) for additional optional courses, workshops, professional memberships and resources. There is no cash alternative. Students who wish to access opportunities in excess of the Career Degree Bursary may do so at full cost to themselves.
Please see the full ‘HE Terms and Conditions’ for details of additional library and printing costs associated with this programme
Provider information
Monks Road
Address2 are not listed for this Course.
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
Lincoln
LN2 5HQ
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