Natural Health Consultant Course
Our Natural Health Consultant (NHC) course studies will help you develop the skills needed to provide comprehensive holistic health consultations for family, friends, and the community. We have carefully selected the books and materials to create a natural health consultant course that contains the core studies that form the backbone of all our natural & holistic health programs.
Detailed manuals are provided for:
- Blood Chemistry
- Lyme Disease & Co-Infections
- Immune System Fundamentals & Autoimmune Disorders
- Parasites of Human Interest
- Vitamins, Minerals & Supplements
- Nutrition and Health
The Natural Health Consultant (sometimes called a Natural Health Coach) can be thought of as a fountain of information for those who seek to effectively care for themselves, family, or clients. The NHC uses the client consult to consider the whole person, looking beyond presenting symptoms to uncover the root cause of dis-ease. This assessment is the basis for educating each individual client and for recommending natural, modalities such as dietary changes; vitamins, minerals, and other supplements; stress reduction; and herbal remedies in conjunction with alternative approaches to healing.
Where do Natural Health Consultants work?
There are many options. These days, it is becoming more and more common for consultants to work out of a professional holistic wellness suite. A wellness suite is a group of specialized professionals such as chiropractors, massage therapists, acupuncturists, etc., who recognize there are gaps in the services they provide for their clients. Other natural health consultants choose to have an office of their own in a business complex, store front, or perhaps out of their own home.
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.
You will also receive custom guides:
- Lung Health & Herbal Support
- Herbal Adaptogens
- Herbal Infusions & Teas
- Herbal Medicine Chest: Teas & Infusions
- Three Unrivaled Antiviral Herbs
Accreditation: Graduates of the our Natural Health Consultant course are eligible to apply for Board Certification with the American Association of Drugless Practitioners. Board Certification is voluntary – not required. You may freely consult with clients as long as you do not “diagnose or treat”.
Overview: Natural Health Studies

- 40 credit hours/480 study hours
- 5 books to purchase
- 6 manuals and two videos are included
- 4 thorough case studies
- 5 bonus guides
- Business resources
Estimated time to complete the holistic natural health consultant course is 10-14 months. 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: 2-3 months
- G110 GAPS: Gut & Psychology Syndrome by Dr. Natasha McBride
- M200 Nutrition & Health: by Sharlene Peterson (download)
- G300 Disease Prevention: Never Be Sick Again by Raymond Francis
- M310 Vitamins, Minerals & Supplements: by Darlene Jorgens (download)
- Guide: Herbal Adaptogens by Sharlene Peterson (download)
Estimated time to complete: 3-4 months
- G100 Autoimmune: The Autoimmune Epidemic by Donna Jackson Nakazawa
- M230 Immune System Fundamentals & Autoimmune Disorders: by Sharlene Peterson (download)
- G430 Women & Herbs: Women’s Herbs Women’s Health by Christopher Hobbs & Kathy Keville
- Guide: Herbal Infusions & Teas by Sharlene Peterson (download)
Estimated time to complete: 3-4 months
- A125 Aroma & Herbs/Pregnancy: Aromatherapy & Herbal Remedies for Pregnancy by Demetria Clark
- AV10 The Difference Between Essential Oils & Herbs (audio/video) by Darlene Jorgens
- G350 Herbs and Physiology: Herbal ABC’s: The Foundation of Herbal Medicine by Dr. Sharol Marie Tilgner
- Guide: Lung Health & Herbal Support by Sharlene Peterson (download)
Estimated time to complete: 2-3 months
- AV12 The Compassion Connection (audio/video) by Darlene Jorgens & Sharlene Peterson
- M240 Lyme Disease & Co-Infections by Sharlene Peterson (download)
- M250 Parasites of Human Interest by Sharlene Peterson (download)
- M610 Basic Blood Chemistry by Sharlene Peterson (download)
- Guide: Herbal Medicine Chest: Teas & Infusions by Sharlene Peterson (download)
- Guide: Three Unrivaled Antiviral Herbs by Sharlene Peterson (download)
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 Case Studies #1
- SG22 Case Studies #2
- SG23 Case Studies #3
- SG24 Case Studies #4
- Add the Master Herbalist program at any time for $950.00 (Double-diploma MH & NHC)
- Add the Aromatherapy Consultant program at any time for $1,150.00 (Double-diploma AC & NHC)
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Natural Health Consultant (NHC) Course
While Natural Health Consultants are not licensed medical practitioners, Medical or Naturopathic Doctors, Chiropractors, Nurses, and other licensed practitioners may choose to become NHC’s simply because of the health-promoting nutritional and natural health information. Many practitioners find that food nutrients, supplements, and herbal remedies have a profound effect on their patients, reducing the need for pharmaceuticals and other medical services and procedures, while enhancing patient recovery time.
The Genesis School of Natural Health developed the Natural Health Consultant course to contain the natural health studies needed to serve a wide variety of clients and/or family members facing health challenges. Therefore, it provides a broad, foundational understanding of nutrition, supplements, gentle–yet–effective alternative therapies, and much, much more. It is an excellent stand-alone course or is particularly powerful when selected as a double-diploma in conjunction with the Master Herbalist program. You may use this link for more information about the Master Herbalist & Natural Health Consultant diploma course. Earn 2 diplomas!