OUR NEXT SEMINAR IS APRIL 26 – MAY 3, 2019. REGISTER HERE!
Enroll in the annual Herbalist Seminar here. Choose from five tracks: Foundation, Intermediate, Advanced, Practitioner and Medicine Making. Questions about the seminar, lodging or accommodations? Call or write the East West School.
Payment One: Regular price $933, On Sale for $733, Save $200
Professional Herbalist Course Lessons 1-12 with the following four books (lessons & books are mailed):
The Way of Herbs by Michael Tierra
Healing with the Herbs of Life by Lesley Tierra
Chinese Traditional Herbal Medicine, Vol. 1 by Michael and Lesley Tierra
Planetary Herbology by Michael Tierra
Payment Two: $933
Professional Herbalist Course Lessons 13-24 with the following book (lessons & book are mailed)
Chinese Traditional Herbal Medicine, Vol. 2 by Michael and Lesley Tierra
Payment Three: $933
Professional Herbalist Course Lessons 25-36 (lessons are mailed)
Payment Plan Detail
Students have up to two years to complete all three payments at the set price with enrollment in payment one, although actual course completion may take longer. All benefits of the Professional Course apply. Payments not completed within two years are subject to a small fee to continue enrollment and are determined on an individual basis depending upon student progress. Students are not obligated to continue with the course if they do not proceed to payments two or three. East West School reserves the right to make book substitutions based upon title availability.
To enroll with the payment plan please select ‘payment one’ or call: 831-336-5010
For East West Students already enrolled in the 36 Lesson Professional Course prior to October 2017 (previously paid for Lessons 1-36), a special offer to upgrade to the new Lessons.
WHAT YOU GET:
The Special Offer for students already enrolled in the East West 36-Lesson Professional Course (prior to October 2017).
1) Mailed: Completely new revised, updated, expanded, and reformatted Sections II & III (Lessons 13-36)
2) Emailed: All new Index Book and a new Test Workbook**
**The new Test Workbook is for your reference and use moving forward from your current lesson on. Know that the East West School does not re-review lesson essays that have previously been submitted.
Differential Diagnosis with Lesley Tierra. In this series of DVDs herbalist Lesley Tierra, acupuncturist, author and co-founder of the East West School of Planetary Herbology, teaches about differential diagnosis using the TCM approach.
In Differential Diagnosis I she discusses the heart, lung, spleen, and liver systems including such patterns as heart blood deficiency, fire in the heart, deficient spleen chi, phlegm heat obstructing lungs, invasion of wind heat in lungs, liver chi stagnation, arrogant liver yang and more.
A Western Science Course for the Alternative Practitioner, written by Dr. Julie Williams is a comprehensive, college level training course. Anatomy and Physiology in Health and Illness by Ross & Wilson and The Physiology Coloring Book by Kapit are included with this course.
(3-Audio CD set) Recording of the Differential Diagnosis, Part II class taught by Lesley Tierra, L.AC., (AHG) at the 2009 East West Herbal Seminar (Foundation Level)
Lesley Tierra, L.AC., AHG is a California State and nationally certified acupuncturist and herbalist. In her practice, she combines acupuncture, herb and food therapies along with lifestyle and inner growth counseling. She is a founding professional member of the American Herbalists Guild. Lesley is the author of The Herbs of Life, published by Crossing Press in 1992 and Healing with Chinese Herbs, also published by Crossing Press in 1997. She collaborated with Michael Tierra to produce the East West Herb Course and is its dean. She also co-authored Chinese-Planetary Herbal Diagnosis with Michael and Chinese Herbal Medicine (Lotus Press). She has also co-authored with Michael a two volume text on Chinese Herbal Medicine, published by Lotus Press. In addition she has written a special herbal for young children.
This DVD collection from HerbTV includes Planetary Herbology with Michael Tierra, Five Element Theory, Foundation Theory and Eight Principles, Differential Diagnosis Part I, and Differential Diagnosis Part II.
If these DVDs were purchased separately you would pay $160. By purchasing the the HerbTV Basic Concepts DVD Collection, you save over $30.
Planetary Herbology DVD with Michael Tierra: In this DVD Michael discusses the origins of Planetary Herbology and takes you on an herb walk through his extensive gardens. Herbs discussed include peony, celandine, motherwort, skullcap, comfrey, he shou wu, albizia, honeysuckle, mulberry, dong quai and more.
Five Element Theory: Herbalist Miles Coleman teaches about the Chinese Five Element Theory. Elements covered include Metal, Water, Wood, Fire and Earth. All elements are profiled as to Body Profile, Mental Profile, TCM function of corresponding organ system and problems each element is subject to. Also Western disease correlations and how to balance the patient.
Foundation Theory and Eight Principles: Lesley Tierra, acupuncturist, herbalist and co-founder of the East West School of Herbology teaches about Chinese foundation theory and the eight principles of Chinese medicine. Topics covered include Chi, Blood, Fluids, Essence, Shen, Yin and Yang, Heat, Cold, Dryness, Dampness, and the Eight Principles.
Differential Diagnosis Part I and Differential Diagnosis Part II: Differential Diagnosis with Lesley Tierra. In this series of DVDs herbalist Lesley Tierra, acupuncturist, author and co-founder of the East West School of Planetary Herbology, teaches about differential diagnosis using the TCM approach.
The Family Herbalist Course is a personal enrichment course, which includes material from the Professional Course, but does not offer tutor marking for the lesson material.
The Family Herbalist Course consists of twelve lessons, the book Herbal Recipes for Vibrant Health by Rosemary Gladstar, a study guide with articles and teachings by Dr. Michael Tierra, and the following which provide the materia medica basis for the course
This is a 12-lesson distance learning course suitable for the beginning student interested in herbal medicine; those interested in herbal medicine for the general health of one’s family; someone who sells, grows or manufactures herbal and health products; and anyone desiring to pursue a theoretical basis in the principles of East West energetics for herbs, diseases and foods.
Testing material is included in the workbook along with a key for self-correction. If you would like to have your work reviewed by East West School it is best to enroll directly into the Professional Course instead and you can start with the first 12 Lessons and then proceed to the rest of the course as desired.
(3-Audio CD set) Recording of the Basic Formulas to Know class taught by Dr. Michael Tierra, O.M.D., L.AC., (AHG) at the East West Herbal Seminar (Intermediate Level)
Dr. Michael Tierra is a pioneer in the study of traditional Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine in the West, Michael is credited with bringing the hugely popular herb echinacea back into common usage in the United States. His expertise comes from over 30 years of practice and study in North America, China, and India.
Dr. Tierra is the founder of the American Herbalists Guild, author of numerous books on health and herbal healing including The Way of Herbs, The Natural Remedy Bible and The Way of Chinese Herbs, (Pocket Books), Planetary Herbology, Chinese Traditional Herbal Medicine, Vol. 1 & 2 Biomagnetic and Herbal Therapy Lotus Press) and The East West Course of Herbology.
(3-Audio CD set) Recording of the Ayurvedic Remedies for the Western Practice class taught by Karta Purkh Singh Khalsa, D.N.-C., R.H., (AHG) at the 2009 East West Herbal Seminar (All Levels)
Karta Purkh Singh Khalsa has over 35 years of experience in alternative medicine, and is one of the foremost herbal experts in North America. He is a long serving national officer of the American Herbalists Guild, and a respected teacher, writer and lecturer who has presented at over120 national conventions and conferences.
He has authored or edited 26 books, including The Way of Ayurvedic Herbs, with Michael Tierra, and Body Balance. K.P. Khalsa is a faculty member in the Botanical Medicine Department of Bastyr University, in Seattle, Washington, where he trains naturopathic medical students. He also serves as Senior Research Scientist and Chief Medical Formulator for Yogi Tea.
(3-Audio CD set) Recording of the Five Elements and TCM Organs class taught by Miles Coleman, RH (AHG) at the 2009 East West Herbal Seminar (Foundation Level)
Miles Coleman is an East West graduate and member of the American Herbalist Guild as well as an East West Certified Herbalist. He opened his own clinic in 2000 and has worked as an herbalist for over fifteen years.
Herbalist Miles Coleman teaches about the Chinese Five Element Theory. Elements covered include Metal, Water, Wood, Fire and Earth. All elements are profiled as to Body Profile, Mental Profile, TCM function of corresponding organ system and problems each element is subject to. Also Western disease correlations and how to balance the patient.
Produced by David La Luzerne
Time: 2hr 43min 48sec
Professional Herbalist Course Lessons 13-24 with the following book
Chinese Traditional Herbal Medicine, Vol. 2 by Michael and Lesley Tierra
Payment Three: $933
Professional Herbalist Course Lessons 25-36
Payment Plan Detail
Students have up to two years to complete all three payments at the set price with enrollment in payment one, although actual course completion may take longer. All benefits of the Professional Course apply. Payments not completed within two years are subject to a small fee to continue enrollment and are determined on an individual basis depending upon student progress. Students are not obligated to continue with the course if they do not proceed to payments two or three. East West School reserves the right to make book substitutions based upon title availability.
To enroll with the payment plan please select ‘payment one’ or call: 831-336-5010
(3-Audio CD set) Recording of the Ayurveda class taught by Candis Cantin, RH (AHG) at the 2009 East West Herbal Seminar (Foundation Level)
Candis is the owner of the EverGreen Herb Garden and the author of the Pocket Guide to Ayurvedic Healing, the Herbal Tarot Deck (Artist of 78 botanical drawings), and the co-author with Michael Tierra on The Spirit of Herbs
(2-Audio CD set) Recording of the Cutting Edge Supplements class taught by Richard Goldberg, BS, MS, at the 2009 East West Herbal Seminar (All Levels)
Richard has worked as a nutritional consultant for over thirty years, during that time he has treated thousands of patients in private practice, classes, and seminars. He has written and published over 200 articles under the heading of Food and Nutrition. Richard is also a trained herbalist, having studied with Dr. Michael Tierra, Dr. John christopher, Dr. Bernard Jenson, Paavo Airola, Carlton Fredricks, and Dr. Alfred Voge.
(3-Audio CD set) Recording of the Five Stagnations and Abdominal Diagnosis class taught by Dr. Michael Tierra, O.M.D., L.AC., (AHG) at the 2009 East West Herbal Seminar (Intermediate Level)
Dr. Michael Tierra is a pioneer in the study of traditional Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine in the West, Michael is credited with bringing the hugely popular herb echinacea back into common usage in the United States. His expertise comes from over 30 years of practice and study in North America, China, and India.
Dr. Tierra is the founder of the American Herbalists Guild, author of numerous books on health and herbal healing including The Way of Herbs, The Natural Remedy Bible and The Way of Chinese Herbs, (Pocket Books), Planetary Herbology, Chinese Traditional Herbal Medicine, Vol. 1 & 2 Biomagnetic and Herbal Therapy Lotus Press) and The East West Course of Herbology.
Lesley Tierra, acupuncturist, herbalist and co-founder of the East West School of Herbology teaches about Chinese foundation theory and the eight principles of Chinese medicine. Topics covered include Chi, Blood, Fluids, Essence, Shen, Yin and Yang, Heat, Cold, Dryness, Dampness, and the Eight Principles. 2 DVD set.
Produced by David La Luzerne
Time: 2hr 45min 10sec
Differential Diagnosis with Lesley Tierra. In this series of DVDs herbalist Lesley Tierra, acupuncturist, author and co-founder of the East West School of Planetary Herbology, teaches about differential diagnosis using the TCM approach.
In Diferential Diagnosis II Lesley discusses the kidneys, small intestines, stomach, large intestine, gall bladder and urinary bladder including such patterns as deficient kidney yang, excessive heat in small intestine, food stagnation, general coldness of large intestine, damp heat in gall bladder, and damp cold in urinary bladder.
In the second part of this 2 DVD set, she leads the class in diagnosing two cases with questions, tongue and pulse diagnosis, determining treatment strategy and making herbal treatment choices.
Dr. Michael Tierra, L.Ac., RH AHG, is the author of the book Planetary Herbology. He is one of this country's most respected herbalists, a practitioner and teacher who has taught and lectured widely. His eclectic background studies in American Indian herbalism, the herbal system of Dr. John Christopher, and traditional oriental systems of India and China contribute a special richness to his teaching and writing.
In this DVD Michael discusses the origins of Planetary Herbology and takes you on an herb walk through his extensive gardens. Herbs discussed include peony, celandine, motherwort, skullcap, comfrey, he shou wu, albisia, honeysuckle, mulberry, dong quai and more. DVD
Produced by David La Luzerne
Time: 1hr 48min 17sec
Candis Cantin discusses the concepts of Ayurveda including the three doshas (vata,pita,kapha), the 7 body tissues and the basic wholistic philosophy. This two disc set also includes a visit to Candis’ herb garden in the Sierra foothills of northern California. Herbs discussed include linden, hawthorn, vitex, mugwort, rosemary, Solomon’s seal, ceanothus, white comfrey, lavender, and nigella. 2 DVD Set.
Time: 3hr 4min 41sec
