Professional Level Herbalist & Holistic Naturopathic Studies
HOLISTIC HEALTH PROFESSIONAL = TRADITIONAL DOCTOR OF NATUROPATHY
All requirements for the HHP are the same as for the TND. Upon completion of your program, either title may be selected for your diploma – no need to decide now! The difference in naming convention is primarily due to ongoing legal and political issues. We recommend using the designation Holistic Health Professional (HHP) should laws develop in your state that discourage the words “Doctor” or “Naturopath”.
Now is the perfect time to make preparation as the public increasingly seeks out professionals who are proficient in holistic, natural, effective, drugless, and non-invasive methods of restoring and maintaining wellness.
Clinical herbalists, like holistic health professionals and naturopaths, help clients tackle the root of long-standing health patterns and imbalances. Understanding how the use of various modalities, diets, herbs, homeopathics, essential oils, and supplements may bentegrated into a an individualized recommendation is at the heart of this triple-diploma program.
If you’re already working as a nurse, massage therapist, medical assistant or other health care professional, this program can help you incorporate natural healing methods into your practice.
The course curriculum is organized into four phases of study. Each phase builds upon the previous to guide you through the learning process of understanding and interpretation. Your books and resources have been rigorously selected to give you, the future herbalist, holistic health professional, and naturopath, a solid foundation of knowledge and a reliable resource library. Our detailed manuals include Immune System Fundamentals & Autoimmune Diseases; Parasites of Human Interest; Lyme Disease & Co-Infections; Basic Blood Chemistry; and more.
Student Testimonial: “Genesis School of Natural Health is absolutely one of the best natural health schools in the market! The curriculum is all inclusive and the presentation has a scaffolding effect. The school representatives are highly knowledgeable and possess a heartfelt desire to help the students. This is overall the best experience I have ever had with any school. My Master’s degree is in Public Health with a Health Education and Promotion Certification. I will tell you, Genesis School of Natural Health ranks equally with regionally accredited colleges based on Genesis’ curriculum selections and program platforms. I recommend this school to anyone wanting to gain a firm understanding of Holistic health.” – Dana A.
Real Time: Led by Sharlene Peterson every 4-6 weeks, Real Time is a live, open-discussion meeting that is held online. Come and collect clinical “pearls,” as well as ask questions and engage in a variety of health-related conversations.
Accreditations: All graduates of our diploma programs are eligible to apply for Board Certification with The American Association of Drugless Practitioners. Students who have received their diplomas are encouraged to apply at www.aadp.net. Certifications are voluntary – not required. You may freely consult with clients as long as you do not “diagnose or treat”.

Herbal & Naturopathic Studies Include
- Thorough client case studies & business resources
- Studies in aromatherapy, herbal remedies & preparations, anatomy & physiology, immune/autoimmune, blood chemistry, Lyme Disease, and more!
- Relevant and professional naturopathic and herbal book selections
- The study of plant constituents/phytochemistry and botany
Requirements include 28 books/manuals/audio, 2 projects, 4 case studies, 5 guides, and 2 final exams. Estimated time to complete this program is 28-32 months. 90 credit hours/1080 study hours. Books are easily found on the internet and are the responsibility of the student. Audio/videos, manuals and other PDFs are included in the tuition. Manuals are designated by “M” (M200, M230, etc.).
Estimated time to complete: 7-8 months
- A125 Aroma & Herbs/Pregnancy: Aromatherapy & Herbal Remedies for Pregnancy by Demetria Clark
- AV10 The Difference between Herbs & Essential Oils by Darlene Jorgens (audio/video)
- SG30 Herbal Reference Project
- M200 Nutrition & Health by Sharlene Peterson
- G215-A Anatomy & Physiology part #1 (open-sourced PDF)
- G300 Disease Prevention: Never Be Sick Again by Raymond Francis
- G415 Botany: Botany in a Day by Thomas J. Elpel
- G430 Women & Herbs: Women’s Herbs Women’s Health by Christopher Hobbs & Kathy Keville
- G480-A Phytochemistry part #1: Herbal Constituents by Lisa Ganora
- Guide: Herbal Adaptogens by Sharlene Peterson
Estimated Time To Complete: 7-8 Months
- G110 GAPS: Gut & Psychology Syndrome by Dr. Natasha McBride
- G215-B Anatomy & Physiology Part#2: (open-source PDF)
- M310 Vitamins, Minerals & Supplements by Darlene Jorgens
- G400 Herbal Medicine Making: The Herbal Medicine Maker’s Handbook by James Green
- SG31 Herbal Preparation Projects
- M220 Menstruum & Math for Herbalists by Sharlene Peterson
- G440 Properties & Formulas: School of Natural Healing by Dr. John R. Christopher
- G550 Natural Medicine: The Clinician’s Handbook of Natural Medicine by Joseph Pizzorno, M. Murray…
- G480-B Phytochemistry part #2: Herbal Constituents by Lisa Ganora
- Guide: Herbal Infusions & Teas by Sharlene Peterson
Estimated Time To Complete: 7-8 months
- G100 Autoimmune: The Autoimmune Epidemic by Donna Jackson Nakazawa
- G215 Anatomy & Physiology part #3 (open-sourced PDF)
- M230 Immune System Fundamentals & Autoimmune Disease by Sharlene Peterson
- M240 Lyme Disease & Co-Infections by Sharlene Peterson
- G320 Nutrition During Illness: The Gerson Therapy by Charlotte Gerson & M. Walker
- G350 Herbs & Physiology: Herbal ABC’s: The Foundation of Herbal Medicine by Dr. Sharol Marie Tilgner
- G480-C Phytochemistry part #3 Herbal Constituents by Lisa Ganora
- G480-D Phytochemistry part #4 Herbal Constituents by Lisa Ganora
- AV12 The Compassion Connection (video) by Darlene Jorgens & Sharlene Peterson
- Guide: Lung Health & Herbal Support by Sharlene Peterson
Estimated Time To Complete: 7-8 months
- A100 Healing EOs: The Healing Power of Essential Oils, 2018, by Eric Zielinski, D.C.
- M250 Parasites of Human Interest by Sharlene Peterson
- G470 Herbal Repertory: Earthwise Herbal Repertory by Matthew Wood
- G480-E Phytochemistry part #5 Herbal Constituents by Lisa Ganora
- G500 Homeopathy: Homeopathic Medicine at Home by Maesimund Panos
- G530 History of Naturopathy: Naturopathy for the 21st Century by Robert J Thiel
- G540 Reflexology: Complete Reflexology of Life by Barbara & Kevin Kunz
- G460 Medical Herbalism: Medical Herbalism by David Hoffman
- M610 Basic Blood Chemistry by Sharlene Peterson
- TCMH Final Exam
- THHP Final Exam
- Guide: Herbal Medicine Chest: Teas & Infusions by Sharlene Peterson
- Guide: Three Unrivaled Antiviral Herbs by Sharlene Peterson
Case Studies: The modalities used in these case studies are based upon herbal remedies, homeopathics, dietary changes, and supplements. This is an excellent opportunity for student exposure to the thought processes that support the “holistic” aspect of their diploma program. Further recommendations for supporting the healing processes of the specific clients featured in these case studies, have been added to the end of each presentation for your consideration.
Detailed case studies of real clients (not theory) are required to develop critical thinking skills. Each case study is available as an audio/video which is about 1 hour long and includes the case study notes as a PDF for reference. Genesis also provides important office documents/examples for the Consent Form, Supplement Recommendation Form, and Symptom Form.
- SG21 Client Case Studies #1
- SG22 Client Case Studies #2
- SG23 Client Case Studies #3
- SG24 Client Case Studies #4
ATTENTION Military, Law Enforcement, & First Responders. Receive 25% off the program of your choice. This discount applies to all who have served, are currently serving, and their spouse. Thank you for your service!
The following section is from nccih.nih.gov/health/naturopathy
Education and licensing differ for the three types of naturopathic practitioners:
- Naturopathic physicians generally complete a 4-year, graduate-level program at one of the North American naturopathic medical schools accredited by the Council on Naturopathic Medical Education, an organization recognized for accreditation purposes by the U.S. Department of Education. Some U.S. states and territories have licensing requirements for naturopathic physicians; others don’t. In those jurisdictions that have licensing requirements, naturopathic physicians must graduate from a 4-year naturopathic medical college and pass an examination to receive a license. They must also fulfill annual continuing education requirements.
- Traditional naturopaths, also known simply as “naturopaths,” may receive training in a variety of ways. Training programs vary in length and content and are not accredited by organizations recognized for accreditation purposes by the U.S. Department of Education. Traditional naturopaths are often not eligible for licensing.
- Other health care providers (such as physicians, osteopathic physicians, chiropractors, dentists, and nurses) sometimes offer naturopathic treatments, functional medicine, and other holistic therapies, having pursued additional training in these areas. Training programs vary.
“Naturopathic treatment is guided by six principles:
- First, do no harm. Traditional naturopathy embraces only therapies or procedures designed to enhance healing and produce wellness. Naturopathic doctors use minimally invasive and nontoxic remedies, proven safe and effective by research and clinical practice.
- Recognize the healing power of nature. The human body has the capacity to heal itself and maintain homeostasis. Naturopathy works in harmony with nature to restore and support the body’s natural healing systems. In providing treatment, naturopathic doctors are educated in the use of natural remedies, and refer as appropriate for surgery of pharmaceutical medication.
- Educate the patient and encourage self-responsibility. Naturopathy places responsibility for wellness with the individual. A high value is placed on education and counseling to help patients address lifestyle, nutritional, emotional, and dietary factors under their control.
- Consider the whole person. For individual care, naturopathic doctors consider not only lab results, family history, and physical symptoms but also the mental, emotional, environmental, social, and spiritual factors that affect health.
- Identify and treat the cause. Naturopathic doctors strive to identify and treat the cause of disease. Correction of the cause is considered the most plausible and sustainable way to eliminate symptoms. Rather than using pain killers to reduce joint pain, for example, the doctor would address the medicines, inflammation, conditions, injury, nutritional deficiency, or other causes of the pain.
- Prevent disease. Naturopathic doctors advise patients about preventive measures to maintain health and avoid disease.”
“The doctor of the future will give no medicine but will interest his patient in the care of the human frame, in diet and in the cause and prevention of disease.” – Thomas Edison, 1903