5 Elements of Chinese Medicine in Western Herbalism

The five element (or five phase system) is a foundational component of classic Chinese medicine. It examines the relationship between our bodies and our environment, how our energetic and physical wellbeing can be reflected in the macrocosm and change of the seasons. This course will take a closer look at the five phase system. By […]
Introduction to Black North American Herbalism – 2 Part Course

African-American medicine is sophisticated medicine, brought to the United States by enslaved people who carried with them a rich tradition of plant healing. African-American medicine from this period was very effective and well documented in the historical record. Despite being forced to create remedies in an inhospitable environment, these healers used their knowledge to treat […]
Springtime Herb Walks – May

Enjoy a springtime herb walk in the hills where you’ll learn about locally abundant medicinal plants with a Berkeley Herbal Center staff member. These walks are suitable for most fitness levels as we will proceed slowly, stopping often along the way as we connect with the plant beings growing all around us. Wear sturdy walking […]
Springtime Herb Walks – April

Enjoy a springtime herb walk in the hills where you’ll learn about locally abundant medicinal plants with a Berkeley Herbal Center staff member. These walks are suitable for most fitness levels as we will proceed slowly, stopping often along the way as we connect with the plant beings growing all around us. Wear sturdy walking […]
Springtime Herb Walks – March

Enjoy a springtime herb walk in the hills where you’ll learn about locally abundant medicinal plants with a Berkeley Herbal Center staff member. These walks are suitable for most fitness levels as we will proceed slowly, stopping often along the way as we connect with the plant beings growing all around us. Wear sturdy walking […]
Berkeley Herbal Center Winter Open House

This open house at Berkeley Herbal Center is for anyone interested in learning about our programs. BHC is a leading educational and clinical center for sustainable systems of Western herbal-based healing. We are committed to educating healers into successful careers as practicing herbalists and herbal educators by offering comprehensive, integrated education in Western herbal medicine. […]
Berkeley Herbal Center Summer Open House

This open house at Berkeley Herbal Center is for anyone interested in learning about our programs. BHC is a leading educational and clinical center for sustainable systems of Western herbal-based healing. We are committed to educating healers into successful careers as practicing herbalists and herbal educators by offering comprehensive, integrated education in Western herbal medicine. […]
BHC Winter Holidays Herbal Fair

This year, our traditional Holiday Fair is bigger and better than ever, with BHC alums from many years bringing their hand-crafted herbal products, festive food and warm drinks, and the beautiful solstice spirit as we head toward the rebirth of light in this darkest of seasons. The Holiday Fair offers one-of-a-kind, hand-crafted, locally made and […]
Village Herbalist – Online Program Application Due Date

Today is the last day to submit your 2022 Village Herbalist Online Program application for year 1 and year 2! Gain an in-depth understanding of the complex functions and healing nature of local plants through theoretical learning, herb gathering and sampling, and medicine making.
Foundations Program Applications Are Open Through August 21st, 2022!

Submit your 2022 Herbal Foundations Program application! Gain an in-depth understanding of the complex functions and healing nature of local plants through theoretical learning, herb gathering and sampling, and medicine making. In this first year of our two year herbal certification program, students attend classes one evening per week, have herb walks on weekends, and […]