This is where you become an herbalist!
A foundational herbal apprenticeship intensive for the beginner herbalist.
In today's crazy world, many people are concerned with...
Increasing costs of medications
Availability of medications
Side effects of prescriptions
Overall state of their family's health
Allergies
Protecting their family against flu, Covid and other seasonal bugs naturally
Internet research is great, but who can you trust...
or it takes way too long to gather all the information yourself...
you need a guide.
MOST DOCTORS ARE OPEN TO NATURAL SOLUTIONS, BUT DON'T HAVE THE KNOWLEDGE.
A large part of the curriculum is understanding how the body reacts to plants and their ability to help our bodies move toward healing. This makes you an active participant in solutions for your health.
stuck on the pharmaceutical fly paper
If you've ever had a health crisis, it is easy to find yourself on 4, 5, 20+ ongoing medications. Most of our students know there has to be a different way. They are looking to solve issues in their own health and/or issues their family members are dealing with.
There are very few sources you can really trust.
Did you know that the governments of the world, social media companies, and multi-national pharmaceutical companies are actively REMOVING scientific studies and plant information from the internet. They don't want you to know these things. They ONLY want you to read what they tell you to read. Scary!
Decades ago my own health crisis lead me down this path...
...I not only healed myself, but guided countless others with my books, membership and of course this apprenticeship program.
Dawn's Story
Starts Here...
If there is one common point of all of our members, we've all had that breakthrough moment.
The moment when you are just sick and tired of being, sick and tired.
Dawn shared her breakthrough story in this podcast episode.
We hope that you don't have to deal with a true health crisis to wake up to the fact that our medical system just doesn't know how to keep you healthy.
This program surrounds you with people of like-mind looking to take ownership of their health.
We are proud to be recognized by and trusted to write for a ton of great publications.
You might have seen us!
We’ve been teaching an apprentice-style course for 10 years!
and now the program is even better!
access to both core digital teachings & on-farm activity sessions!
so here is what you get:
There is a reason that students say this course is life changing!
12 Monthly sessions
Broken down into 12 easy-to-understand sessions. Core content will now be taught digitally so that we can squeeze even more into our farm days. Out-of-state students also have the ability to study from home all of the core "lecture" content!
Medicine in your own backyard
While some herbalists only teach through purchasing herbs or foraging, we encourage our students to truly develop a relationship by learning to grow, harvest, and make medicine out of the plants that can grow in your area, on your patio, and in your garden space available.
12 monthly
on-farm sessions
Once a month we will meet on the farm in Marysville, OH to bring the lesson to life with in-person labs, on-farm plant study, community, and great fun!
These are optional sessions, but are a great experience, if you can make it! Sessions like our "spa day" (aka natural skincare) are a hit every year.
Out of state travelers are welcome to attend any session, but don't need to feel like they are missing core learning if they can't attend.
digital access to our own private membership home
While things are getting stripped off the internet on social media and other online sources, we are doing the opposite. Our digital area is completely ours- we are able to speak unfiltered, teach REAL plant science, and help you have all of the tools that you will need at your fingertips! You will have access to visit and re-visit lessons as you want!
BONUS: We are able to give you SOOO much more with this new system! You might be a little overwhelmed by all of the good stuff we have ready for you!
Private Facebook Community
Have you ever been around people that you can absolutely be yourself around? That is our community. Both in-person and online, these are our people! We can't wait for you to be a part of this amazing group of current and past students!
we teach through the lens of the christian faith.
Some herbal teachers are Wicken, followers of Gaia and "Earth Mother", celebrate solstaces, etc. This is not us!
Although we have many Non-Christian participants in the program, we are Christian and see all of the plants as gifts from God for our benefit. We do use biblical teachings in certain lessons to enhance the understanding of things like plant communication.
This is the program that you've been waiting for....
Here is what you will learn:
01. The NERVOUS SYSTEM
The nervous system and herbs for things like anxiety, migraine headaches, muscle spasms, general pain, etc.
02. MEDICINE MAKING
Teas, tinctures, capsules, herbal pills, extracted oils, liniments, salves, compresses and poultices.
03. detoxification
Detoxification and herbs related to the liver, blood, and kidneys.
04. respiratory system
Protecting your family against cold, flu, allergies and herbs related to the respiratory system.
05. Healing in your sleep
Aromatherapy, Flower Essences, and herbs for dreams.
06. family & Pets
Helping your family with herbs, including herbs for kids and your family pets.
07. natural skin care
Natural cosmetics and skin care recipes—this is one you are going to want to attend!
08. Women's Health
Herbs for fertility, pregnancy, childbirth, and menopause.
09. Men's health
Herbs for the male reproductive system, male herbal tonics, and understanding specific male health problems.
10. Gardening
Herbal and food gardening, plant harvesting, and storage.
11. other systems
Other systems that we dive into are urinary, digestive, cardiac, thyroid, endocrine, adrenal, and immune systems.
12. and so much more!
Honestly, the amount of material that we learn is almost endless!
here are your options
12-monthly
Payments
$70
• 12 months of online access to training and curriculum
• 12 months of monthly on-farm trainings and/or hands-on video trainings
• 1 year membership to the Proactive Health Club
•A community of exceptionally supportive students via private Facebook Group.
Pay in Full
(+ Get Bonus)
$840
• BONUS: By paying in full you will get a copy of Dawn's Apprenticeship Recipes
• 12 months of online access to training and curriculum
• 12 months of monthly on-farm trainings and/or hands-on video trainings
• 1-year membership to the Proactive Health Club
• A community of exceptionally supportive students via private Facebook Group.
+ Add-on
Certification
$375
PLUS SHIPPING
• • You will get to hear more about this during the checkout process, but we wanted you to have visibility, if this is something that you want to pursue.
• Certification by both Rosemary Gladstar and Dawn Combs
• Books and curriculum by Rosemary Gladstar
• Personalized feedback and grading by Dawn Combs
We believe in medical freedom and body autonomy.
Participating in the apprenticeship with Dawn Combs at the Soda Farm was one of the best things I have done for myself. As a lover of plants and the outdoors, I had some knowledge of herbalism, but this course along with the certification has given me practical application and knowledge that would have taken years to acquire on my own.
- SARA, '22 STUDENT
I audited the class because I wanted to increase my knowledge of herbal medicine. I liked that Dawn explained how the body's organs operate and interconnect and how certain Herbs help maintain that balance as well as address outside impacts to the body. I feel that it is very important, in today's world of enhanced dependance on convenience and government, it is important to prepare ourselves to address our needs on a local basis within our family and with our neighbors.
- MARK, '22 STUDENT
I know everyone is saying this, but this class changed my life. I heard Dawn speak once, and even though I live on the West Coast, I knew that I wanted to learn from her, even if it meant flying to the Midwest! Our two weeks on-farm are some of the high points of my life. I learned so much, and have made life-long friends.
I now feel so much more confident in taking care of my young family with plants I can wildcraft or grow myself. When my kids got sick on an overseas trip, I knew I had the skill and ability to walk to the neighborhood grocery and whip up some concoctions to support my family’s recovery. I also learned a lot about gardening and connecting with the plants themselves. We went on cool field trips, laughed around the campfire, shared stories, and learned loads.
I can’t recommend the yearlong apprenticeship highly enough. Seriously, you’ll love it.
- Shannon, '14 Student
I live out-of-state, is it worth it?
Yes, yes, and yes! For years we've had out of state students come visit the farm. Updated for 2023, the content is now even easier for out-of-state students to participate. All of the "lecture" style teachings and core content learning will be hosted digitally.
You are more than welcome to join as many on-farm hands-on sessions. Although you have this added opportunity, you won't be missing out on ANY of the core curriculum without visiting.
What if I can't make it to some of the on-farm sessions?
The on-farm sessions are intended to be optional additional learning! If you live close, we would love to see you every time. However if you have a conflict or live further away, you won't be missing any of the core curriculum.
We will publish our entire year's worth of dates and themes so that you can be sure to attend all of the session you are most interested in.
Hint- you won't want to miss our spy day (a.k.a. natural skincare)!
There are other programs that are cheaper... is it worth it?
Yes! Without a doubt, the single most frequent comment from students is that this changes their life. This isn't a watch a couple videos and you know everything type of course. Dawn explains how the body works, how the plants work and how they work together.
Most students enter with some personal goals for learning. Dawn herself was trying to fix her own infertility when she began her study. You have the time and the space to make this into whatever you need. Dawn will support and guide you throughout the course to find all of the answers that you are seeking. Common health issues of interest are autoimmune disorders, thyroid issues, diabetes, weight loss, heart issues, and allergies.
I have a busy life... how can I fit this in?
Boy do we understand this one! With the updates to the course, we are making this easier than ever. All of the core curriculum will be available as a video.
We will "drip" things out to you each month to keep things as easy and digestible as possible. You can watch, rewatch, pause and stop the videos as needed.
Plus we will also upload all of the audio files. If you like to listen to sessions while you workout or drive... this is a great avenue!
What is the certification add-on?
You will have a chance to learn more about the certification add-on during the checkout process, but we wanted to make sure that you know this is an option. The curriculum that we teach is the same, but you won't get books, testing, and of course the certificates without the certification.
If you are looking to use your herbalism "credentials" to start a business or perform clinical work (treating other people) we recommend certification.
However, if you just have an interest in herbalism to help you and your family... this might not be needed.
Are you really an herbalist after taking this course?
Yes, we will cover all of the body systems, common herbs, activities, medicine making, growing and WAY more! Trust us, you will feel confident in creating your own food and medicine to start taking ownership over your health.
In the program we always talk about surrounding yourself with a network of people that can help and advance your skills. Everyone should feel comfortable addressing common household sicknesses, etc. The next layer of expertise is someone like our students— those that have greater training and are comfortable with more advanced topics. But there are going to experts in specific areas even out of our students, because of other training or interests.
As a student, all of these people will be in your world! We have nurses, chefs, product experts, farmers, homesteaders, and more!
absolutely the best herbalism program to advance your knowledge.
...but the black friday offer will end soon!
here are your options
12-monthly
Payments
$70
• 12 months of online access to training and curriculum
• 12 months of monthly on-farm trainings and/or hands-on video trainings
• 1-year membership to the Proactive Health Club
•A community of exceptionally supportive students via private Facebook Group.
Pay in Full
(+ Get Bonus)
$840
• BONUS: By paying in full you will get a copy of Dawn's Apprenticeship Recipes
• 12 months of online access to training and curriculum
• 12 months of monthly on-farm trainings and/or hands-on video trainings
• 1 year membership to the Proactive Health Club
• A community of exceptionally supportive students via private Facebook Group.
+ Add-on
Certification
$375
PLUS SHIPPING
• You will get to hear more about this during the checkout process, but we wanted you to have visibility, if this is something that you want to pursue.
• Certification by both Rosemary Gladstar and Dawn Combs
• Books and curriculum by Rosemary Gladstar
• Personalized feedback and grading by Dawn Combs
We believe in medical freedom and body autonomy.
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