Medicinal Plant Identification introduces students to the essential skills needed to recognize, identify, and better understand medicinal plants in their natural environments. This microcredential combines botanical observation, ecological awareness, and traditional plant knowledge to help learners develop confidence in identifying plants responsibly and accurately.
Students will explore plant families, identification techniques, habitat relationships, and the role medicinal plants have played throughout history. Through guided instruction and practical learning, participants will build a strong foundation for further study in herbalism, ecology, and natural medicine.
Throughout this program, students will explore:
The knowledge and skills you’ll develop through this program will help you build confidence in identifying and understanding medicinal plants.
4 Weeks
Live Online Cohort
90-Minute Weekly Sessions
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