The Certificate in Higher Education in Complementary Studies (Herbal) is a one-year full-time Level 4 course. It can be completed as a standalone qualification or used as a stepping stone to join the BSc. (Hons) Clinical Herbalism degree at level 5.
The course provides a comprehensive foundation 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, and Physiology. 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 enable you to progress to the full degree to 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 for full-time students or four for part-time students, plus attendance at the Complementary Medicine Clinic for clinical training.
The course requires 90 hours of clinical training, (achieved during term time, either 1 day per fortnight or in blocks).
The course is accredited by the EHTPA (the European Herbal and Traditional Practitioners Association).
Course Details - Modules
Typical Course Structure
Clinical Practice - Introductory
Anatomy & Physiology for Herbal Medicine
Introduction to Herbal Medicine
Pharmacy & Community Practice
History, Philosophy & Evidence
Course Details – Assessment Method
Assessment There are typically 1-2 assessment tasks per module delivered. 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 The programme specification details the assessment strategy for each module, including the relevant task weightings.
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:
B390
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
Northern Ireland
7999.0
Year 1
Scotland
7999.0
Year 1
Wales
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.
Additional Course Costs:
DBS check - £47.80; Tunics for clinic x 2 - approx. £20 each; Diagnostic equipment such as stethoscope and sphygmomanometer - approx. £80; Materials for making a pharmacy preparation - £10 - £30
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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