Clinical Master Herbalist
a designation that requires an extensive body of knowledge
Our clinical master herbalist program is rigorous for those interested in becoming a professional herbalist and natural health provider. The program is designed for practitioners that wish to diversify and expand their modalities of care and for individuals that wish to become a clinical herbalist as a stand-alone profession.
Your studies will include college-level studies in anatomy & physiology, phytochemistry, natural healing strategies, and herbal properties and formulations from the perspective of both the modern and traditional herbalists.
Learn how to support stressed body systems and which herbs and supplements are most effective. Interpret the blood tests that your clients bring with them and study the naturopathic regimens and recommended dietary changes, supplements and botanicals for 80 disease states based upon the most current evidence.
Our detailed study manuals include Immune System Fundamentals & Autoimmune Diseases; Parasites of Human Interest; Lyme Disease & Co-Infections; Basic Blood Chemistry; Vitamins, Minerals & Supplements; and Nutrition & Health.
Real Time: Led by Sharlene Peterson every 4-6 weeks, Real Time is a live, open-discussion meeting that is held online. Our students are invited to attend from the comfort of their own homes. Come and collect clinical “pearls,” as well as ask questions and engage in a variety of health-related conversations.
Accreditation: Graduates of the CMH and Master Herbalist online course are eligible to apply for Board Certification with the American Association of Drugless Practitioners. Board Certification is voluntary. You may freely consult with clients as long as you do not “diagnose or treat”.
Student Testimonial: “Genesis School of Natural Health has most definitely met my expectations regarding the quality, relevance, integrity and authenticity of their curriculum and their entire institution… Genesis graduates rank among the most competent in the field and because of that I highly recommend this school to everyone including those who do not intend to practice but are just looking to gain the necessary knowledge to keep themselves and their family in optimum state of health”. – Daryl P.

Clinical Master Herbalist Studies Include
- Extensive training in materia medica and herbal sciences
- Herbal medicine-making, phytochemistry, and botany
- Nutrition and supplement considerations
- Lyme disease, immune system/autoimmune, parasites, and blood chemistry
- Thorough client case studies, business resources & more!
Requirements include: 18 books/manuals/audio, 2 projects, 4 case studies, 5 study guides, and a final exam. Estimated time to complete this program is 24 months. 63 credit hours/756 study hours. The estimated time is a guideline. It is possible to finish earlier if you have the time to devote to your studies.
Estimated Time To Complete: 6 months
- M200 Nutrition & Health by Sharlene Peterson
- M310 Vitamins, Minerals & Supplements by Darlene Jorgens
- G215-A Anatomy & Physiology part #1 (open-sourced PDF)
- G480-A Phytochemistry part #1: Herbal Constituents by Lisa Ganora
- A125 Aroma & Herbs/Pregnancy: Aromatherapy & Herbal Remedies… by Demetria Clark
- AV10 The Difference between Herbs & Essential Oils by Darlene Jorgens (video/transcript)
- SG30 Herbal Reference Project
- Guide: Herbal Adaptogens by Sharlene Peterson
Estimated Time To Complete: 6 Months
- G415 Studies in Botany: Botany in a Day by Thomas J. Elpel
- G400 Herbal Medicine Making: The Herbal Medicine Maker’s Handbook by James Green
- SG31 Herbal Preparation Projects (Medicine-making projects)
- M220 Menstruum & Math for Herbalists by Sharlene Peterson
- G440 Properties & Formulas: School of Natural Healing by Dr. John R. Christopher
- G215-B Anatomy & Physiology part #2 (open-sourced PDF)
- G480-B Phytochemistry part #2: Herbal Constituents by Lisa Ganora
- Guide: Herbal Infusions & Teas by Sharlene Peterson
Estimated Time To Complete: 6 months
- G350 Herbs & Physiology: Herbal ABC’s: The Foundation of Herbal Medicine by Dr. Sharol Marie Tilgner
- G470 Herbal Repertory: Earthwise Herbal Repertory by Matthew Wood
- M250 Parasites of Human Interest by Sharlene Peterson
- G215-C Anatomy & Physiology part #3 (open-sourced PDF)
- G480-C Phytochemistry part #3: Herbal Constituents by Lisa Ganora
- G480-D Phytochemistry part #4: Herbal Constituents by Lisa Ganora
- Guide: Lung Health & Herbal Support by Sharlene Peterson
Estimated Time To Complete: 6 months
- G460 Medical Herbalism: Medical Herbalism by David Hoffman
- G480-E Phytochemistry part #5: Herbal Constituents by Lisa Ganora
- M230 Immune Fundamentals & Autoimmune Disease by Sharlene Peterson
- M240 Lyme Disease & Co-Infections by Sharlene Peterson
- G550 Natural Medicine: The Clinician’s Handbook of Natural Medicine by Joseph Pizzorno
- M610 Basic Blood Chemistry by Sharlene Peterson
- CMH 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.
Each case study is available as an audio/video and includes a PDF with complete class notes, the symptom form, and supplement recommendation form. Each case study will take about an hour and covers a real past client. For privacy, names and identifiable information has been changed.
- 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!

- Module #1: Phytochemistry & Herbal Preparations
- Module #2: Holistic & Herbal Studies
- Module #3: Biological & Health Studies
- Module #4: Advanced Herbal Studies
STUDENT TESTIMONIAL
Genesis School of Natural Health has most definitely met my expectations regarding the quality, relevance, integrity and authenticity of their curriculum and their entire institution. Biology major, Master Herbalist and longtime Naturopathic Medicine apprentice and researcher Sharlene Peterson’s passion in sharing the wisdom of Natural Health has materialized as Genesis and continues to be the guiding light in the way things are managed with the help of a small yet dedicated and extremely able and knowledgeable staff. If you are looking for an online diploma mill where you can receive your qualification in a few sittings without really learning much then I’m sorry to say that Genesis is not the school for you. There are no shortcuts here. You really have to dedicate hours to reading and understanding the course texts, answering the exams, and attending online classes, Genesis graduates rank among the most competent in the field and because of that I highly recommend this school to everyone including those who do not intend to practice but are just looking to gain the necessary knowledge to keep themselves and their family in optimum state of health. – Daryl P.
“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