Herbalism Certificate Program
This program is designed to inspire each student to be more connected to nature, learn the powers of plants and become healthier and happier: mind, body and soul.
For thousands of years, plants have been used to promote healthy natural living. This is the basis for the Herbalism Certificate Programs at Denver Botanic Gardens. This series offers a unique learning experience to transform each student into a confident, knowledgeable and resourceful steward of plants. Classes are offered only as a full series.
2025 Spring Herbal Certificate Program – Herbs in the Body
Learn about the relationship between our body systems and the use of herbs. A variety of medicinal plants are introduced, including those grown at Denver Botanic Gardens and Chatfield Farms. Classes are led by some of the region’s most experienced herbalists. To earn the certificate, students must attend 11 classes in person. Students will have the opportunity to present a final project based on the cumulative knowledge gained during the course.
Spring Herbal Program – Course Topics
Ayurvedic Herbalism
Botanical Celebration – Share, Make and Take
Cardiovascular and Lymphatic System
Constitutions and Energetic Herbalism
Digestive System and Liver
Endocrine/Adaptogens
Immune System
Nervous System
Nutritive Herbs and Botanic Safety
Remedy Making: Tasty Treats
Reproductive Systems
Respiratory System
Skin/Integumentary System
2025 Summer Herbal Certificate Program – Seed to Remedy
This program offers a unique learning experience to transform each student into a confident, knowledgeable and resourceful steward of plants by introducing practical and powerful herbalism knowledge. Classes focus on a variety of medicinal plants, including ones grown onsite at the Gardens as well as those native to Colorado. Led by some of the region’s most experienced herbalists, students are guided through every step with a hands-on teaching approach. Classes take place in the classroom, in the Gardens and out in the field. To earn the certificate, students must attend at least nine classes in person. Students will have the opportunity to present a final project based on the cumulative knowledge gained during the course.
Summer Herbal Program – Course Topics
Botanical Celebration - Share, Make and Take
Home Wellness: Using Food as Remedies
Flower Essences for Spiritual and Ritual Explorations
Gardening with Medicinal Gardening with Medicinal Herbs in Colorado
Herbal Safety and Tea Formulations
Herbalism Hike and Plant Identification
Natural First Aid
Nurturing the Skin You Live In: Skin Spa Day
Plant Identification and Field Botanicals Making
Remedy Making: Fire Cider
Tincture and Cordials
Contact us at adult.programs@botanicgardens.org or 720-865-3500 with any questions about the Herbal Certificate Programs.