Level 1: ONLINE Foundations of Herbalism- Tuesday Nights Only Sept 2023 – April 2024

ABOUT THE COURSE:

Signing up for this course offers you:

• Online live access to our Tuesday night lecture & demo classes (70+ hours)
• Access to recordings of Tuesday night classes throughout the course
• Optional package of the herbs we sample in class & printed class notebook mailed to your door (about 80 teas + 20 tinctures)
• Virtual participation in & access to final student presentations
• Can be taken on it’s own or with Level 1: Outdoor Wild Texas Herbalism

This course is taught by Ginger Webb and various wonderful guest and level 2 apprentices throughout the year. If you are interested in our full in-person program, you can find those details here: https://gingerwebb.com/classes/level-1-2023-2024/

Level 1: Foundations of Herbalism involves both experiential and intuitive learning. Ginger is passionate about connecting people with herbs, and is dedicated to empowering a generation of new herbalists and furthering the craft of herbalism to help the planet.

The Level 1 Herbal Foundations Program is the primary program being offered by Ginger Webb and the Sacred Journey School of Herbalism. The Virtual Tuesday course includes lectures, experiential learning, medicine making, plant families, chakras, a holistic perspective on human physiology and wellness, a large Materia Medica of herbs, and a final project on a plant of your choosing. Ginger is also available to all Level 1 students for one on one mentoring on their path with herbs. You will also receive:

• Lifetime access to our private SJS Student Forum where you can connect with instructors, students and alumni
• 25% Student discount on all Texas Medicinals herbal products while enrolled in the school
• Access to our curated library of recommended herb resources
• Lifetime relationships with Herbal Elders

ADMISSION INTERVIEW:
If you are interested in this course, please call Ginger at 512-766-3574 before you make your deposit to chat and make sure the school is a good fit for you.

COSTS:
Full Tuition for 7-month program: $1,500
Non-Refundable Deposit to hold spot: $250
Optional Herbal Goodie Bag & Printed Class Notebook: $350
(includes approximately 100 herbs to taste along during class! For folks who opt to not purchase, we will send a digital notebook & list of herbs.)

*Learn about our Reparations Scholarships here

Discounts Available:
Early Bird Discounts
$100 off when you register and pay deposit by April 30th, 2023

Pay in Full Discount
$100 off when you pay in full by Aug 31st, 2023

PAYMENT SCHEDULE
Deposit (to hold spot in class) at time of Registration = $250
Full Payment due by by Aug 31st 2023 OR Payment Plan set up prior

PAYMENT PLANS
Individual monthly automatic payment plans are offered as needed (serviced by PayPal). A minimum of $1000 is due by Sept 5th (1 week before class begins). Please see price options above and email sacredjourneyherbalism@gmail.com with any payment related questions or to inquire about a payment plan. We prefer that payment plans be complete by Dec 31st, 2022. It is best to sign up for the course early to receive all discounts and begin your payment plan in advance.

CLASS REFUND POLICY
Deposits and class payments are non-refundable, but may be used toward future classes within a one year period if you contact us to withdraw at least 2 weeks BEFORE the class begins. If you withdraw after this time period, all payments made are not refundable or transferrable AND your full balance is still due if your payment plan is not complete. Please understand that your tuition pays for a seat during that school year and that is why we have to stick to this policy. If you have to miss classes, we will work with you to help you make up the material. We know that circumstances change and life challenges come up, but we cannot make exceptions. Please read our full Class Refund Policy.

REGISTRATION
To register, pay your deposit online and respond to our application questions (during online checkout process). We will confirm your registration via email and/or contact you if we have further questions. Reach out to us via our contact form or give us a call if you have further questions. You are also invited to attend an open house- look for them on the class page and join our email list to be notified when new dates are added.

Space is limited, so please make sure to sign up early!

STUDENT DISCOUNT
Start receiving your student discount of 25% off all of Ginger’s products and services as soon as you register and pay your course deposit. Discount remains active throughout your enrollment in Level 1: Herbal Foundations and select Level 2 courses.

TUITION
Covers all classes, a wealth of on-line library access, and an extensive selection of herbs mailed to you.

ADDITIONAL EXPENSES
Several books will be required for the course. The tools for medicine making will need to be purchased or acquired over the course of the first few months. This includes clippers, jars, alcohol or vegetable glycerin, etc.

SCHEDULE & LOCATION
This option is to participate in our Tuesday night classes virtually via Zoom.

CERTIFICATION
There is no official certification process for herbalists in the US. We give a paper certificate for Level 1 and Level 2 completion stating the number of hours of the completed course and general topics covered. Attendance of at least 80% of classes and a final project presentation are required to officially complete the course and receive a certificate. Feel free to contact us with questions.

DATES (subject to change and/or time adjustments on Saturdays & Sundays):

2023
Sat 9/9 Herb Pick Up for Austin area students (times TBD)
Tues 9/12 6:30pm – 9:00pm
Tues 9/19 6:30pm – 9:00pm
Tues 9/26 6:30pm – 9:00pm

Tues 10/3 6:30pm – 9:00pm
Tues 10/10 6:30pm – 9:00pm
Tues 10/17 6:30pm – 9:00pm
Tues 10/24 6:30pm – 9:00pm

Tues 11/7 6:30pm – 9:00pm
Tues 11/14 6:30pm – 9:00pm
Tues 11/28 6:30pm – 9:00pm

Tues 12/5 6:30pm – 9:00pm
Tues 12/12 6:30pm – 9:00pm

2024
Tues 1/2 6:30pm – 9:00pm
Tues 1/9 6:30pm – 9:00pm
Tues 1/16 6:30pm – 9:00pm
Tues 1/23 6:30pm – 9:00pm
Tues 1/30 6:30pm – 9:00pm

Tues 2/6 6:30pm – 9:00pm
Tues 2/13 6:30pm – 9:00pm
Tues 2/20 6:30pm – 9:00pm
Tues 2/27 6:30pm – 9:00pm

Tues 3/5 6:30pm – 9:00pm
Tues 3/19 6:30pm – 9:00pm
Tues 3/26 6:30pm – 9:00pm

Tues 4/2 6:30pm – 9:00pm
Tues 4/9 6:30pm – 9:00pm
Tues 4/16 6:30pm – 9:00pm
Tues 4/23 6:30pm – 9:00pm
Tues 4/30 6:30pm – 9:00pm Online Presentations

Sat 5/4 & Sun 5/5 10:00am – 4pm In-Person Presentations- Optional