FOUNDATIONS OF HERBALISM
175-HOUR CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
2025 Enrollment closed - join our waitlist!
registration is currently closed for our foundations of herbalism program but students can still register for the online study here or for one of our weekend immersions here.
So you want to become and Herbalist? For nearly two decades Twin Star has been training folks in the art, science and spirit of Herbalism. We draw upon traditional, holistic plant based modalities that empower individuals to live a healthy and peaceful modern life. Our most popular class, the Foundations of Herbalism program runs throughout the growing seasons each year, March through October. Each monthly session (module) is based upon one of the seven sacred healing centers (chakras), and the corresponding physical system of the body with an emphasis on the numerous herbs, flower essences and aromatics that deeply support and nourish the body, mind and spirit. Throughout this course, we honor and recognize the significant connection between well-being and our direct relationship with nature. This program provides the opportunity to continually deepen that bond by spending time in Natures classroom discovering the numerous healing benefits of the plants that grow all around us. By strengthening our knowledge and understanding of herbal wisdom we reclaim our health back into our own hands and continue to evolve the healing exchange between our communities, our planet and ourselves.
This program is for anyone who wants to be empowered to take care of their own health! The FOH course was designed to lay out a solid foundation for becoming a family and/or community herbalist. Participants will experience both the art and the science of Herbalism by learning how to identify (and ethically) wildcraft, gather and grow medicinal plants as well as become competent in making high-quality herbal extracts and a variety of botanical preparations. This course is appropriate for beginners as well as those who have already begun their studies. Our goal at Twin Star is to give you a many of the healing tools you need to feel self sufficient when working with herbal medicine by combining plant wisdom, both intuitive and scientific modalities as well as energetic healing. We have been offering this beloved program since 2012 years, and nearly 20 times over!
Join us for our 2024 foundations of Herbalism Course
Our Foundations of Herbalism is a both a LIVE and IN-PERSON learning experience, consisting of a combination of live online lectures paired with hands on, in person learning, consisting of over 50 in-depth lectures with monthly full day in-person herbal learning days and monthly plant identification walks, as well a beloved community herbalist celebration event and herbal graduation.
Our 2025 class lectures and our scheduled full day in-person learning days will be announced.
These days will consist of plant and mushroom identification walks, herbal medicine garden, wildcrafting and harvesting time, plant spirit philosophy and exercises as well and incredible herbal remedy making lessons (in which you will begin to build your own at home apothecary).
We offer a limited number of spaces each year to create an intimate class experience.
Topics Covered IN foundations of herbalism
Herbal Healing • History of Herbalism • Herbs for all Systems of the Body • Herbal Remedies/Recipes • Plant Identification Walks • Medicine Wheel Gardening • Wildcrafting/Foraging • Harvesting/Planting • Plant Actions and Energetics • Botany • Medicinal & Edible Herbs and Mushrooms • Flower Essences Therapy • Aromatherapy • Herbal Allies for the Chakras • And Much More
foundations of herbalism Course Overview
Each module is made up of about 15+ hours of total class time. Participants will create a variety of herbal remedies throughout the program to take home and will be responsible for 50+ hours of homework/self study. Students will receive a Community Herbalist Certificate for 175 hours of studies upon completion of the course.
Investment
Tuition for this program is $2,500 + a $250 (non-refundable) deposit is necessary to hold your space. Pay in full and save $250 deposit.
Monthly payment plans and scholarships are available, CLICK HERE to apply. If you are a new Twin Star student, please fill out this enrollment form upon registration.
Pay in full below or choose the $250 deposit to secure your space today. join our waitlist to be the first to know when registration opens again.
InStuctors
Our teachers have a passion for and connection to the plants and it shines through the screen and in person. Through lecture and storytelling you will be taken on a journey of discovery of the vast and historical traditions of herbalism. You will be immersed into a deep knowing of the plants you study and gain an understanding on how they support the human body. You will become enchanted by the spiritual magic of plants and find your own passion for and connection to nature. You will work directly with the plants to make various forms of medicine while being told stories of the way our ancestors made these medicines before us. With each step forward, this class empowers you to reconnect with herbal traditions and empowers you to bring forward your own deep knowing and continue along your path. Learn more about our amazing team of guest instructors HERE
foundations of herbalism Student testimonial:
“Embarking on my herbalism journey with Twin Star's Foundations of Herbalism was one of the best decisions I have made! Joining this herbalism program allowed me to build a relationship with the herbs and to learn how they can serve both myself my community. The FOH program has allowed me to learn deeply about the medicine, both physical and spiritual, within each herb. As a woman of color, it's important for me to be able to share healing remedies with my community. This program has provided me with a foundation that will allow me to provide my community with wisdom that can be used for generations to come. It was an honor to partake in this program while learning from Lupo. Lupo has extensive knowledge and such a strong relationship with herbs. It was evident during this program that Lupo teaches with a strong passion for herbalism. Because of this, she creates such a welcoming, safe, and fun space to learn in.” —Kayla C, 2020 FOH Graduate
What Students Are Saying
“Oh boy, there's a lot!! I loved this class SO much. One of the most important pieces of wisdom I'll take with me is having reverence for the plants and treating them in a sacred way. I really appreciate that you brought this energy to the course. Listening to the plants Realizing on a deeper level how interconnected everything is. Learning about the medicine that grows in our own backyards that most people think are "weeds". Lol Learning all the actions of the herbs Medicine making - I had been a little afraid to do it on my own before the class, but I'm much more confident now and realize that it's not too hard.” - SL 2022
“The simple act of walking has shifted into a completely different experience for me since the beginning of this course. I have always loved spending time outdoors and admiring the world around, but now I feel like am wearing these super cool herbalist glasses that I can't ever remove. I see plants differently. I never thought I would be able to identify plants, let alone be able to remember ways in which to use them, but building on the tools that this class has provided, I am constantly surprising myself.” - ZK 2022
“I love the doctrine of signatures, the fact that our intuition will steer us to the plants we need, and that understanding of nature as always providing what humanity needs-- Such a comforting thought!!!” - GC 2022
“I have been opened up to the many different ways to prepare and combine herbs with purpose. I can address my issues with different herbal options, when only some things are available.” - LH 2022
“All the new and old knowledge I have from this experience has just been so life changing I will apply to all aspects of my life Mental and physical”. - JT 2022
"Foundations in Herbalism is a course for anyone who wants to learn more about cultivating and wildcrafting herbs. You will not only gain experience in herbal medicine making but will find a great community as well. Lupo has a wonderful way of presenting the herbs and teaches us to get to know them like we would a good friend. This course is life changing." Linda S. 2012 Graduate
"This class provides a great foundation in herbal medicine. Lupo's extensive experience and knowledge allows for her to meet the students where they are at, whether with lots of experience with herbs and plants or none at all! She helps us build a relationship with the plants" -M. B. 2013 Graduate
"The Foundations in Herbalism class helped me to make healthier choices in my lifestyle. I feel balanced in mind, body and spirit. Herbs do heal. I cannot wait to attend the level two portion and to visit Costa Rica!" -Lori A. 2013 Graduate
"This class changed my life. If there is anything I would suggest to do for yourself, it is this amazing class. I was gifted with life time wisdom & knowledge of plants, on top of finding an amazing tribe of souls." -Maria F. 2016 Graduate