FAQ How To Choose An Herb School in 2023

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We’ll be happy to hear from you to further explore what’s next in your journey of learning what we have to offer at The Human Path and Herbal Medics Academy.

Who teaches at your school?

We have a variety of teachers from many different backgrounds and walks of life. All are highly experienced in the fields related to the topic they teach on with our school. Click on Our Instructors to read about our excellent associates and instructors.

Do you offer First Aid and First Responder Certs?

Yes! We offer Wilderness First Aid (WFA) and Wilderness First Responder (WFR) Certifications locally (San Antonio, Texas) and at various locations across the U.S. throughout the year. You can see the courses coming up listed on our homepage under “Class Calendar” and also on our yearly calendar link at the bottom of the page.

I just want to learn survivalism. I heard your school teaches wilderness survival and prepper courses. Where do I find those?

You’re here! “The Human Path” is our survivalist and primitive skills school. All the survivalism courses, classes, and workshops are listed here on our homepage under “Class Calendar”. Click any of the events and you’ll be taken to a page with all that event’s information and ability to register.

Do you have a Doula/Midwife Certificate Program?

Yes! Click on “Courses & Programs” in our navigation bar. On our Programs page and in the dropdown menu you’ll see a link called “Doula Certification”. That page outlines all the courses, workshops, and classes that will lead to you becoming a certified, practicing Doula. You can also find information on the “Family Herbalist” page also in the menu.

I heard you make herbal formulas available. Where do I find those?

Click on the “Herbal First Aid Gear” button in our header. You’ll be taken to our online store, HerbalFirstAidGear.com. There you’ll find botanical formulas, survival gear uniquely made by us such as personalized first aid kits with an emphasis on plant medicine, and Sam Coffman’s book “The Herbal Medic”’.

How can I become an herbalist?

Click on “Courses & Programs” in our navigation bar on HerbalMedics.Academy. You’ll be taken to our Programs page and there you will see a link to our “Family Herbalist Program” as well as “Botanical Medicine Making”. These pages outline all the courses, workshops, and classes that will lead to you becoming a practicing herbalist.

What is an herbalist?

An herbalist works with the body to perform its natural functions by introducing plant medicine topically or internally. An herbalist can identify, forage responsibly, and process correctly according to GMP guidelines a variety of plant species that enhance natural body functions and treat acute injuries and chronic illnesses. An herbalist can make a variety of mediums to deliver the plant medicine (botanical medicine/herbal medicine) to the body such as but not limited to tinctures, syrups, glycerites, teas, salves and oils, poultices and plasters.

How can I become an herbal medic?

Being an herbal medic involves taking a series of courses and certifications. Visit our Programs page on Herbal Medics Academy (link on our nav bar) and start by exploring “Herbal Medic Online”, “Emergent Responder Program”, and “Family Herbalist Program

Where is the information about the Herbal Medics Program?

Click on “Herbal Medics Academy” in our header. You’ll be taken directly to our Herbal Medics website. Click on “Courses & Programs” on the nav bar, then “Herbal Medics Online” on our Programs page. You can also explore our “Family Herbalist Program” and see if that Program is more suited to your needs.

How do I sign up for a course or a class?

Our classes, courses, and workshops are listed on our homepage under the words “Class Calendar”. Click on any event to learn more and be taken to the registration page. They are in order by date. If we have more events listed than are already shown, you can see the next group of upcoming events by clicking “Load More Events” at the bottom of the page. Our courses are also listed in the yearly “Calendar” link at the bottom of the page.

Want more info about our school?

Click on “About Us” in the nav bar and see a variety of topics from our location, staff and faculty, to our organization!

Don’t see your question in the list? Email us and we’ll guide you through how to achieve your goals through our Programs!