Herbal Medicine - Introduction

UPDATED 20161005 09:51:10

Plants have long been the basis of medical treatment, throughout human history. For those who are interested in using more natural methods to treat common health problems, this course will introduce the basic properties of plants, and their uses in treating such ailments as coughs and colds, bruises and minor skin injuries, eczema, hormonal problems such as PMT, adolescent acne, hot flushes, joint and muscular problems such as arthritis and rheumatism.The course is aimed at providing basic understanding of simple techniques of herb preparation, such as making an infusion (a herb tea), making a tincture (preserving a herb for future use), making an ointment (a skin application of a herb).

Course information

Name: Herbal Medicine - Introduction Qualification title: Non regulated Community Learning provision, Nursing and Subjects and Vocations Allied to Medicine Qualification type: Assessment Awarding Generic award - no awarding body Created 20161005 09:51:10 Updated 20161005 09:51:10

Entry requirements

?""The use of a book about herbal medicine and a flora would be useful for identifying medicinal plants, although a few books will be brought to class for students to use and peruse. Equipment required ?""The use of a book about herbal medicine and a flora would be useful for identifying medicinal plants, although a few books will be brought to class for students to use and peruse.

Provider

SURREY COUNTY COUNCIL
adultlearning@surreycc.gov.uk
0300 200 1044
https://www.surreycc.gov.uk/schools-and-learning/adult-learning

Address

COUNTY HALL
PENRHYN ROAD Town: KINGSTON UPON THAMES

Learning aims

Title: Non regulated Community Learning provision, Nursing and Subjects and Vocations Allied to Medicine Qualification: Non regulated Community Learning provision, Nursing and Subjects and Vocations Allied to Medicine Classification: Health, Public Services and Care

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