Online courses in Herbal Medicine aimed at those interested in using or understanding herbal medicines FAQ

How long does it usually take to complete the course?
The herbal medicine course can take three weeks to complete. But you can do it as slowly as you want. That's the great advantage of online learning.

Do I need to finish the course within a certain time?
You can take as long as you want. We don't set any time limits.

What does course cost?
€175. There are no other costs or fees.

Can I start the course at any time?
Yes. You can start today. Or tomorrow. Or next week. Whenever you want.

Is the course all from home, or do I have to go to a school and sit tests?
It's all done from home.

I live in the USA, UK, Ireland, Australia, Canada etc. Is the course suitable for me?
Yes. We have students in 28 countries. We welcome payment in any currency.

How can I contact my teacher or course manager?
There have two types of people you can contact - your teacher and your course manager. The manager will help you with any problems. You can post to forums whenever you want.

We don't give out the teacher's phone number, because a few people would spend all day talking to their teacher, who would never get any work done.

Sometimes students have an urgent question. If so, you can phone the course manager on 089 447 2189 at any time during work hours. If you leave a message out of work hours she'll call you back the next day. You can contact the course manager as often as you want, and about anything to do with herbal medicine.

Is the course accredited or endorsed?
Our course has been developed and accredited by Dr Dilis Clare.

At the end of this course successful students will receive a Certificate of Completion signed by Dr. Clare.


Will the course give me credits towards a degree or some other study?
No. We encourage all students to continue their studies after completing the course.

Is the teacher a practising therapists?
Yes, Dr Clare is a practising GP and Medical Herbalist.

Is there a final exam?
No, there is no final exam. The course is based on continuous assessment.

Continuous assessment lets you check all the time that you're on course to succeed.

What happens if I fail a test?
You do the work again! 80% of students complete the course without ever failing a test. But you might misunderstand the question, or produce an insufficiently detailed answer. You can take the test again.  

Can I join the course without prior experience?
Yes. That's no problem. We make no assumptions about people's prior knowledge. But you ought to have a deep interest in the subject.

Do I get the whole course or just individual modules one at a time?
We open up one unit or module at a time.

Are there any restrictions on me setting up as a herbalist?
You should always seek qualified advice in the country you live before taking any major step.

Do you provide support after I complete the course?