Academy of Scottish Herbalism

Individual
Classes & Workshops



All classes and workshops in this series are included in the Traditional Scottish Herbalism coursework. To take the entire coursework at a per class discount, please go to
‘Coursework’ page
 

Saturday, January 14, 3-5pm
Herbs for Home & Hearth;
Seasonal homecare for health & pleasure
With Heather Nic An Fhleisdeir
Cost including supplies: $25

Saturday January 21, 12-4pm
Botanical Pharmacy;
Focusing on how to make herbal preparations; we will cover infusions, decoctions, extracts, vinegars, infused oils, ointments, fomentations and poultices. Learn the appropriate uses of fresh and dried plants, which extracting menstrum is best for the constituents you desire, and what tools to have on hand for your work. A hands on ‘how to’ of techniques, tools & supplies! Bring a small jar and 3 small bottles to take home samples.
Cost including supplies: $50

 

Saturday, January 28, 12-2pm
Herbs for Hay Fever & Allergies;
 
‘An  ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure’ and now is the perfect time to start. We’ll discuss preventative measures, dietary and environment considerations as well as pre-season formulas and remedies to help during acute phases.
Cost: $25

 

Saturday, January 28, 3-5pm
Colds & Flu;
C
olds, coughs and flu are the immune system flexing it’s muscle.  When they linger too long or come too frequently they can lead to being run down and turn into more serious conditions.  Learn how to identify the first signs of infections and to make simple remedies to rebuild, revitalize, prevent re-infection and contagion and keep yourself in good spirits.
Cost: $25

 

Saturday, February 4, 12-2pm
Digestive Harmony;
Explore simple solutions to most digestive problems; nausea, indigestion, gas, diarrhea, constipation and ‘cleansing’ to name a few. We will also discuss the making of specific preparations for digestive health and harmony.
Cost: $25

 

Saturday, February 4, 3-5pm
The Blood is Strong;
And the heart never rests... Learn the herbalists’ secrets to strong, clean blood and a healthy heart. We will cover blood cleansers and tonics, antibody enhancers, blood pressure and cholesterol regulators, heart tonics and help for those varicose veins and hemorrhoids.
Cost: $25


Saturday, February 11, 10-12pm
Urinary Tract Health; seasonal nutrition for prevention & herbal remedies.
With Linda Kelley
Cost: $25


Saturday, February 11, 12:30-2:30pm
Herbal Healthcare For Men and Boys;
Learn preventative measures, dietary considerations and herbal remedies specific to male reproductive health concerns.  Many issues such as prostate and sexual health, hair growth, aphrodisiacs, and fertility awareness will be covered. The perfect class if you are a man, are living with one or are raising one.
Cost: $25

 

Saturday, February 11, 3-5pm
Women’s Health Ways;
Discover preventative measures, dietary considerations, aromatherapy and herbal remedies specific to female reproductive health concerns. We will cover many topics such as sexual, menstrual and breast health, cysts, endometriosis, fertility awareness,  and menopause.
Cost: $25

 

Saturday, February 18, 12-2pm
Blood Sugar!
Focusing on supporting healthy pancreatic function, we will address pre-diabetic symptoms, hypoglycemia, afternoon blood sugar drop and mood swings. We will cover nutrition for maintaining stable blood sugar and mood, herbal tonics to build and regulate the flow of energy, and new behaviors to support vitality.
Cost: $25

 

Saturday, February 18, 3-5pm
Oh Baby!;
 Improve the quality of life for you and your baby with botanicals. Learn soothing recipes for diaper rash, colic, teething, colds and fevers, pickeye, and other handy remedies. Safety precautions and age/body weight herbal usage instructions will be included.
Cost: $25

 

Saturday, February 25, 12-2pm
Herbal Medicine Chest;
Discover the various plants that relieve head and stomach aches, muscle pains, bruises, burns and bleeding, to clean and begin the healing process for wounds, acne, insect bites and stings. Includes an informational handout on what to have in your medicine chest and how to use it.
Cost: $25

 

Saturday, February 25, 3-5pm
Kids, Herbs & Health;
Explore in this class, some of the tasty herbs & foods for troubles common to kids from 2-12 years old. Learn child-safe herbs for earaches, bellyaches, toothaches growing pains and bedwetting, fevers, cough and sleeplessness. Getting kids involved with their own health, Correct amounts to use, and safe usage will also be covered.
Cost: $25

Saturday, March 4, 12-2pm
Sensory Delights;
protect & enhance seeing, hearing, smell, taste & touch
With Linda Kelley
Cost: $25

 

Saturday, March 4, 3-5pm
Healthy Skin;
protect & sooth outbreaks, burns, poison oak & fungus with preparations you will learn to make, and enjoy in class
With Heather Nic An Fhleisdeir
Cost: $35

 

Saturday, March 11,  12-2pm
Less Stress;
herbal repair for stress, anxiety, depression & sleeplessness
With Heather Nic An Fhleisdeir
Cost: $25

 

Saturday, March 11,  3-5pm
Botanicals for Aches & Pains;
support  & repair for bones, muscles and connective tissue
With Heather Nic An Fhleisdeir
Cost: $25

 

Saturday April 1st,  12-2pm
Healing with Nutrition;
Utilizing food as medicine & herbal formulation for nutritional supplimentation, includes personal tea blend.
With Heather Nic an Fhleisdeir
Cost: $30

 

Saturday April 22, 12:30-2:30pm
Pregnancy Year;
prenatal, labor support, postpartum aftercare & herbal precautions
With Heather Nic An Fhleisdeir
Cost: $25

 

Saturday April 22, 3-5pm
Lunaception;
utilizing the moon & herbs for fertility awareness, predictability & repair
With Heather Nic An Fhleisdeir
Cost: $25

 

Saturday April 22, 10-12pm
Kidney & Bladder Health;
foods, herbs & habits for health
With Linda Kelley
Cost: $25

 

Saturday May 20, 1-3pm
Herbal Massage Oils;
Science and technique; creating & using herbal infused oils and  therapeutic use of essential oils
With Heather Nic an Fhleisdeir
Cost: $25

 

Saturday June 3, 3-5pm
Pearly Teeth & Vibrant Gums;
herbs & foods to strengthen, protect & enhance dental health
With Heather Nic An Fhleisdeir
Cost: $25

 

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