Rooted Wisdom: Transform Your Health + Become a Confident Herbalist with Our Foundations of Plant Medicine Level 1 Online Apprenticeship

Are you ready to truly understand the power of plant medicine through an ethical, traditional, and earth-centered lens?

The Level 1 Online Herbal Apprenticeship is your comprehensive path to confidently integrate herbal knowledge into your daily life. Over 12 months, you'll build a foundational understanding of materia medica, herbal preparations rooted in the Wise Woman Tradition, and the art of traditional plant-based wellness, all from the comfort of your own space.
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This course is guided by the principles of Local & Accessible Medicine, teaching you to trust in the medicine that grows around you. We focus on long-term nourishment and whole-person care, honoring the body’s innate capacity to heal by working with the physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of health.

Course Core Features & Your Transformational Journey

• Format: 12-Month, Self-Paced Online Modules
• ​What You Get:
  • 12 In-Depth Modules: Dive deep into the Traditional Preparation of herbal medicine. You'll master folk and ancestral methods for teas, infusions, tinctures, vinegars, syrups, oils, and salves—all designed to honor the whole plant's wisdom, nutrition, and spirit.
  • Honoring Plant Elders: Learn mindful, sustainable harvesting and foraging practices taught in reciprocity with the Earth's rhythms. We approach plants as elders and teachers, fostering a deep connection built on humility and gratitude.
  • Sacred Rituals: Explore the use of herbs in daily and seasonal Sacred Ritual as a tool for healing, transformation, and connection to your inner knowing.
  • Lifetime Access: Revisit lessons, resources, and recipes anytime.

​Note: This path does not include live video call mentorship, hands-on homework, or certification.

The Certificate & Live Learning Upgrade (The Certification Path)

We believe that healing is a Partnership grounded in presence and empowerment. Take your learning to the next level with our optional live component, offering direct mentorship and community.
Upgrade Features

• What It Is: 12 monthly 1-hour live Zoom meeting with your instructor (12 live sessions over the course of the apprenticeship).
• Hands-On Homework: Exclusive access to in-depth hands-on homework assignments that accompany each module, providing practical, applied experience.

Earn Your Certificate
Students who enroll in the Live Zoom Upgrade and successfully complete all course requirements qualify to receive a Certificate of Completion for a 75-Hour Herbalist Certification. This is the perfect path for those ready to move from student to confident practitioner, fully embracing the fullness of life and the healing journey.

Earn Your 75-Hour Herbalist Certification
To receive a Certificate of Completion for the 75-Hour Herbalist Certification, students must enroll in this track and complete the three required components:

1. All 12 online course modules.
2. ​All required in-depth hands-on homework assignments.
3. Join 10 out of 12 Live Zoom Calls

Monthly LIVE Video Calls will meet on the first Tuesday of each month from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. 

Meet Alyssa, Your Trusted Guide to Herbal Medicine + Holistic Wellness

 know how frustrating it feels to face health challenges without true support. Diagnosed with PCOS years ago, I found conventional medicine only managed symptoms. Through a focused herbal protocol, my hormones balanced, and my symptoms vanished within three months.

If you're tired of feeling dismissed or unsupported, you're not alone. I'm here to hold space, guide you with compassion, and offer grounded, evidence-informed support.

With over 15 years of experience teaching biology and chemistry, nine years as a clinical herbalist, and a decade as a yoga teacher and Reiki master, I offer a full-spectrum approach to mind, body, and spirit wellness. Every remedy we create in our state-certified facility is made with integrity, safety, and deep respect for the plants. Learn More About My Story And Our Healing Philosophy Here 

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What Our Students Are Saying:

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The 200-hour Herbalist Training Certification was a mind-blowing experience that surpassed all my expectations. This course is perfect for individuals at all levels of herbal medicine expertise, Alyssa offers a well-rounded, hands-on curriculum that really made me feel empowered on my journey as an herbalist. I leave class every Monday feeling excited to take my herbs home and share everything I am learning with my family and friends. The program stands out for blending theory and science with practical application. All of the remedies we study can be reproduced in the home with simple ingredients. Alyssa is not only knowledgeable but also incredibly supportive, providing personalized attention and guidance throughout the training. The in-person nature walk, medicine making and class discussions were so inspiring. Being able to physically interact with herbs, observe their growth in nature, and learn the art of preparation firsthand added a layer of understanding that cannot be replicated by simply reading a book. I would highly recommend this certification to anyone seeking to make the jump into the deep pool of herbal medicine.

Debra R. 

 

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​This class is absolutely amazing. Finding an in-person herbalism class is not easy. Finding one that incorporates the spiritual aspect as part of the curriculum is something you will be hard pressed to come upon, even if you were searching for it. This class grants you the opportunity to grow personally and gives you so much more than plant medicine. Alyssa makes everyone feel like an important part of every class and she is a thorough and caring teacher. Her knowledge in both the medicinal and spirituality of herbalism are invaluable. The fact that this course is teaching you so much more than plant medicine,and gives you a sense of community, is something you will take with you always.

Elizabeth K.

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The Foundations of Plant Medicine Level 1 is a solid introduction to medicinal herbs on both a practical level to a deeper spiritual level. Alyssa discusses medical systems in an easy-to-understand visual manner. I only wish that I knew all the benefits, both physically and spiritually earlier in my life. Alyssa makes the class fun too - we plant seeds, make syrups, make teas at home and write about our experiences. This is a live class in every sense and the interactions between Alyssa and the students are instrumental in understanding the herbal plants in a meaningful way. Highly recommend this class to everyone who is called for the journey!

Mary M.

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I took the Foundations of Herbalism Level 1 + 2 certification courses at HLY and thoroughly enjoyed it. This course provides a great balance between science and spirit. I was drawn to this class in particular because of Alyssa’s background as a science teacher and a spiritual herbalist, and I have not been disappointed. We have had detailed lessons and readings on herbal actions, body systems, and current research. We have also learned different ways to connect with the spiritual energy of our plants, including journeying, meditation, and “walking” with a plant. Through all of this, it’s clear that Alyssa has walked the path herself, and she really makes the class come alive with her own stories, perspectives, and wisdom when it comes to working with plant allies. The practical components, including medicine making and tending a garden, are a wonderful and rich addition to the in-person experience. I feel like this class has opened up a whole new world for me, and I feel empowered not only in working with the plants, but in having greater agency in my own health and healing.

Kristin R.

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I took the Foundations of Plant Medicine Herbalist Training Certification Courses, Level 1-3, and it has been such a fun experience. I have learned so much from this course that I would not have learned online by myself. I love the community that comes with being in person and the hands-on approach. I'm happy with the structure and layout of the lessons as they are easy to understand. Alyssa is a great teacher and breaks everything down into easy-to-digest information.

Kearstyn F.

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Foundations of Plant Medicine Level 1 is where I began my plant journey by weaving together plant wisdom with holistic healing and a touch of magic. I have gained confidence and competence through Alyssa's teachings by learning about plant medicine in the wise woman traditions and continued on to Level 2. Alyssa offers a solid knowledge base and gives you tools that you will use for years to come on your path as an herbalist. Whether helping friends and family or going the route of community or clinical herbalist, this program will give you the skills and strategies to help the people you care about with the power of plant medicine.

Sherye J.

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I have thoroughly enjoyed taking Foundations of Plant Medicine Level 1 and 2. It has been a gateway for me into herbalism. In the short time I have known Alyssa and been a part of her class, I have found myself dancing with the plants and getting to know the herbs on not only a traditional medicinal level but also through spiritual connection. She emphasizes wild crafting and a local approach as much as possible. I appreciate her practicality and step-by-step approach to gathering the essential knowledge and skills to help greater serve family, community or even a clinic as an effective holistic herbal practitioner.

Kait T.

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Who Is This Course For?

This apprenticeship is ideal if you are:

• A beginner or those with some knowledge seeking a deep, ethical, and traditional approach to herbalism.
• A health enthusiast looking to remineralize and nourish themselves using common, accessible plants.
• Someone ready to view disease as a messenger and embrace an invitation to return to yourself.
• Seeking a structured education that guides you to be ever-learning, ever-growing, guided by nature and your inner knowing.

Start Your Healing + Transformative Journey

Online Self-Paced Course Only	Certificate Track (Online Self-Paced Course + Monthly Zoom Meetings + Homework Assignments)
679	979
One-time payment C Course starts January 1, 2026	One-time payment ​Course starts January 1, 2026
Register Now	Register Now
Unlimited Access to 12 Online Modules + Access to our Free Discord channels	Unlimited Access to 12 Online Modules + Access to our Free Discord channels
Holistic Body Systems Study: In-depth exploration of the physical and spiritual connections of all major body systems.	Holistic Body Systems Study: In-depth exploration of the physical and spiritual connections of all major body systems.
48+ Herbal Monographs & Embodied Learning: Gain intimate knowledge of 48+ medicinal herbs, with direct experience and study.​	48+ Herbal Monographs & Embodied Learning: Gain intimate knowledge of 48+ medicinal herbs, with direct experience and study.​
Hands-On Medicine-Making Practicums: Create infusions, syrups, honeys, salves + more	Hands-On Medicine-Making Practicums + Homework assignments: Create infusions, syrups, honeys, salves. ​
Learn Ethical Wildcrafting + Plant Identification	Learn Ethical Wildcrafting + Plant Identification
Email Access to Your Instructor, Alyssa, a 15-Year Educator.	Email Access to Your Instructor, Alyssa, a 15-Year Educator
x	12 Monthly Mentorship & Community Calls ✨ (1-Hour Virtual Sessions with Alyssa Mancini)
x	Walk spiritually with an individual plant for the duration of the course and complete homework assignments with individualized feedback from your instructor. ​
x	FREE access to our Private Certification Path Herbal Discord channels ​
x	Receive a Certificate Upon Completion of Online Course, Live Virtual Session, + Homework Assignments.​​ ​
x	Bonus: 10% discount to our online shop
x	Bonus: 20% off a personal herbal consultation with Alyssa Mancini ($30 value)

Frequently Asked Questions + Answers

How do I access my purchased course content?

Upon successful purchase, you will receive a confirmation email. Following this, you will receive a separate Welcome Email with all the necessary login credentials and information. Access to the actual course content, including videos and modules, will begin on January 1, 2026. All course materials—videos, downloadable guides, workbooks, and community access links—are available within this centralized portal.

Are the courses live or pre-recorded?

Our main course material is typically pre-recorded so you can learn at your own pace and schedule. However, many programs include live Q&A sessions, workshops, or community events which are specified in the course description. All live sessions are recorded and uploaded to the Student Portal if you cannot attend.

What technology or software do I need?

You generally only need a reliable internet connection and a modern web browser (Chrome, Safari, Firefox, etc.) to access the Student Portal. For live Q&A sessions and virtual calls, you will need access to Google Meet. Downloadable materials are usually in PDF format, requiring a free reader like Adobe Acrobat.

How long do I have access to the course content?

Unless otherwise stated in the course description (e.g., a limited beta launch), your enrollment grants you lifetime access to the course content, including any updates or improvements we make over time.

Is this course refundable?

No. Due to the nature of the digital content, all sales are final and there are no refunds. Once access is granted to the proprietary course material, including video lectures and downloadable resources, the content cannot be returned. We encourage you to review the course description and watch any available preview materials before purchasing.

Do you offer payment plans?

For qualifying courses, we may offer payment plans to make enrollment more accessible. If a course is eligible for a payment plan, the options will be clearly displayed on the checkout page. All payments must be completed to maintain access to the full course content.