Online Class: All About Herbs

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Course Description
Herbs are used for both culinary and medicinal purposes--and sometimes even spiritual purposes. All About Herbs will cover all the basics so that you are ready to explore all of Herbs' many uses.
Not only will you learn the history and definitions, but you will also be able to:
- List several benefits of cooking with herbs and have a basic understanding of how to prepare herbs and incorporate them into your favorite foods.
- Grasp the main traditions in herbal medicine.
- Understand the benefits of growing herbs at home and how to plan your first herb garden.
- Know how to select the right herbs, the best containers, the ideal fertilizer and the best amount of water to help your container herb garden thrive.
- Know when to harvest your herbs and how to dry them for storage so you can enjoy home-grown herbs all year long.
- How to start a heart-healthy, cold and flu prevention garden using basil, cayenne and garlic.
- How aloe vera and peppermint make wonderful additions to both your herb garden and your medicine cabinet.
- Know the beauty of rosemary, fennel and lavender and how to grow them yourself.
- Understand how these ingredients can add a lovely scent to your garden and delicate ingredients to make your own cosmetic treatments.
- Know about another facet of herbal medicine, aromatherapy, which is based on the power of herbs' fragrances and helps treat both mood and health issues.
- Know how to prepare herbs in a variety of forms to best treat any of a number of conditions. These methods range from a simple tea, or infusion, to a good old-fashioned poultice. We'll also share some advice on being very careful with herbs to avoid negative results.
- Completely Online
- Self-Paced
- Printable Lessons
- Full HD Video
- 6 Months to Complete
- 24/7 Availability
- Start Anytime
- PC & Mac Compatible
- Android & iOS Friendly
- Accredited CEUs

Course Lessons
Lesson 1: The History of Herbs
At the end of Lesson 1, you should have a solid grasp of what defines an herb, as well as a good overview of the history of herbs around the world. 39 Total Points
Lesson 1 Video
Take Survey: Reasons for Taking this Course
Complete Assignment: An Introduction
Complete Assignment: Lesson 1: Define Herbs
Complete Exam: Lesson 1 : The History of Herbs
Lesson 2: Culinary Herbs
At the end of Lesson 2, you should be able to list several benefits of cooking with herbs, and have a basic understanding of how to prepare herbs and incorporate them into your favorite foods. 133 Total Points
Lesson 2 Video
Take Poll: Herbs in Food Preparation
Complete Assignment: Lesson 2: Herbs in Food Preparation
Complete Assignment: Culinary Herbs
Complete Exam: Lesson 2 : Culinary Herbs
Lesson 3: Medicinal Herbs
At the end of Lesson 3, you will have a solid grasp of the three primary traditions in herbal medicine -- Greco-Roman, Ayurveda, and Chinese herbal medicine. Plus, you'll learn how medicinal herbs are used in the U.S. today. 35 Total Points
Lesson 3 Video
Complete Assignment: Lesson 3: Traditions in Herbs
Complete Exam: Lesson 3 : Medicinal Herbs
Lesson 4: Growing Your Own Herbs
At the end of Lesson 4, you should understand the benefits of growing herbs at home and how to plan your first herb garden. 129 Total Points
Lesson 4 Video
Complete Assignment: Lesson 4: Benefits of Herb Gardening
Complete Assignment: Freight Farming
Complete Exam: Lesson 4: Growing Your Own Herbs
Lesson 5: Container Gardening
At the end of Lesson 5, you should have a good handle on the unique requirements and advantages of growing herbs in containers. 30 Total Points
Lesson 5 Video
Review 2 Articles: Container Gardening Guide; The Helpful Gardner
Complete Assignment: Lesson 5: Benefits of Container Gardening
Complete Exam: Lesson 5: Container Gardening
Lesson 6: Harvesting and Drying Herbs
At the end of Lesson 6, you'll know how to handle your bountiful herb garden harvest, including how and when to harvest your herbs and how to dry them for storage, so you can enjoy home-grown herbs all year long. 30 Total Points
Lesson 6 Video
Review Video: Harvesting and Drying Herbs
Complete Assignment: Lesson 6: Consideration for Harvesting and Drying Herbs
Complete Exam: Lesson 6: Harvesting & Drying Herbs
Lesson 7: Heart-Healthy, Cold and Flu Garden
At the end of Lesson 7, you'll know how to start a heart-healthy, cold and flu prevention garden using basil, cayenne, and garlic. You may also get inspired to create your own healthy herb garden designed around your tastes and climate. 29 Total Points
Lesson 7 Video
Complete Assignment: Lesson 7: Uses and the Medicinal Values of Herbs
Complete Exam: Lesson 7: Heart Healthy & Cold & Flu Garden
Lesson 8: First Aid Garden
At the end of Lesson 8, you'll understand how aloe vera and peppermint make wonderful additions to both your herb garden and your medicine cabinet. 30 Total Points
Lesson 8 Video
Review Article: The Garden Helper
Review Video: How to Grow Aloe-Vera
Complete Assignment: Lesson 8: Uses of Aloe Vera and Peppermint
Complete Exam: Lesson 8: First Aid Garden
Lesson 9: Cosmetics Garden
At the end of Lesson 9, you'll know the beauty of rosemary, fennel, and lavender -- and how to grow them yourself. 34 Total Points
Lesson 9 Video
Complete Assignment: Lesson 9: Uses of Rosemary, Fennel and Lavender
Complete Exam: Lesson 9: Cosmetics Garden
Lesson 10: Aromatherapy
At the end of Lesson 10, you'll know about another facet of herbal medicine, aromatherapy, which is based on the power of herbs' fragrances and helps treat both mood and health issues. 30 Total Points
Lesson 10 Video
Complete Assignment: Lesson 10: Treatment in Aromatherapy
Complete Exam: Lesson 10: Aromatherapy
Lesson 11: Making Herbal Preparations
At the end of Lesson 11, you will know how to prepare herbs in a variety of forms to best treat any of a number of conditions. These methods range from a simple tea, or infusion, to a good old-fashioned poultice. 188 Total Points
Lesson 11 Video
Take Poll: Course Completion Poll: Your Thoughts
Take Survey: Program Evaluation Follow-up Survey (End of Course)
Complete Assignment: Lesson 11: Simple Infused Oil Recipe
Complete Assignment: Final Thoughts
Complete Exam: Lesson 11: Making Herbal Preparations
Complete: The Final Exam
707
Total Course Points
Learning Outcomes
By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
- Describe the history of herbs.
- Identify, describe, and evaluate various uses for culinary herbs and medicinal herbs.
- Summarize the basic techniques for growing your own herbs.
- Summarize the techniques involved in harvesting and drying herbs, and
- Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
Additional Course Information

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Course Title:
All About Herbs
Course Number:
8900270
Course Requirements:
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Lessons Rating:
4.7 / 5 Stars
(1,646 votes)
Languages:
English - United States, Canada and other English speaking countries
Category:
Course Type:
General Education (Self-Paced, Online Class)
CEU Value:
0.5 IACET CEUs (Continuing Education Units)
CE Accreditation:
Universal Class, Inc. has been accredited as an Authorized Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET).
Grading Policy:
Earn a final grade of 70% or higher to receive an online/downloadable CEU Certification documenting CEUs earned.
Assessment Method:
Lesson assignments and review exams
Instructor:
Nancy Fillip
Syllabus:
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Duration:
Continuous: Enroll anytime!
Course Fee:
$50.00 (no CEU Certification) || with Online CEU Certification: $75.00
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Student Testimonials
- "This class was very helpful and extremely well written. I learned a great deal from this class and this instructor. The instructor was encouraging and answered all questions in a timely manner." -- Kelly S.
- "Great introduction to Herbs. Very happy with my experience in this class....The instructor is knowledgeable, quick to respond to inquiries, and to return grades. Again, no negatives on the course." -- Doug T.