This course is part of the Integrative Health and Medicine Specialization

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Amy Taylor, MD

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Integrative Health and Medicine SpecializationUniversity of Minnesota

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There is strong demand for alternatives to pharmaceuticals for a variety of common illnesses due to concerns of safety, efficacy, and a desire for more “natural” products. Despite this growing interest, “conventional” healthcare providers may have little to no knowledge about herbal medicines, which is further compounded by the sometimes misleading information in the media and on the internet. This course provides the necessary background for providers to begin to incorporate herbal medicines into their practice, particularly in regards to their therapeutic properties, efficacy (or lack thereof), and safety concerns, including quality control and potential adverse effects.
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This course has been designed to meet Minnesota Board of Nursing continuing education requirements for 16 contact hours and may be eligible for CE credit from other professional boards that allow self-documenting of continuing education activities. It is your responsibility to check with your regulatory board to confirm this course meets your local requirements and, if necessary, to provide them with the certificate of completion you get if you pay for and fulfill all the requirements of this course.

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Intermediate Level

Practicing healthcare professional or healthcare student, but anyone can benefit from this course for personal use.

Approx. 17 hours to complete

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What you will learn

Discuss the role of herbal medicines in healthcare overall as well as your potential role.
Discuss overall botanical actions and methods for creating botanical preparations.
Assess patients, including potential for herb-drug interactions and other potential contraindications and considerations for special populations.
Educate patients on quality control and safety issues.

Skills you will gain

herbal preparations
integrative care
symptom management
botanical safety
evidence-based practice

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Course 3 of 5 in the

Integrative Health and Medicine Specialization

Intermediate Level

Practicing healthcare professional or healthcare student, but anyone can benefit from this course for personal use.

Approx. 17 hours to complete

English

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Instructor

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Amy Taylor, MD

Assistant Professor

Earl E. Bakken Center for Spirituality & Healing

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University of Minnesota

The University of Minnesota is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation’s most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

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Syllabus - What you will learn from this course

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Week1

Week 1

3 hours to complete

Herbal Medicines in Healthcare

3 hours to complete

11 videos (Total 76 min), 5 readings, 1 quiz

11 videos

Introduction to this Course2mWhat is Herbal Medicine and How is it Used?7mAre Dietary Supplements and Natural Medicines also Botanicals?4mHow are Botanicals Different than Pharmaceuticals?8mCase Study: Sophia, 266mWho’s Using Botanical Medicines?10mYour Role as a Healthcare Provider9mCase Study: Enrique, 5810mBotanical Laws and Regulations in the U.S.3mChallenges in Botanical Medicine Research6mEvaluating and Selecting Research Sources6m

5 readings

Comparing Pharmaceuticals and Botanicals5mAssess, Educate, Advise Model5mDSHEA Quick Facts5mChecklist for Evaluating a Research Study10mWeek 1 References1m

1 practice exercise

Botanical Basics30m

Week2

Week 2

4 hours to complete

Using Botanicals Safely

4 hours to complete

5 videos (Total 32 min), 6 readings, 4 quizzes

5 videos

Contaminants and Adulterants5mHow Do Botanicals Interact with Pharmaceuticals?6mSpecial Patient Populations6mThird-Party Testing of Botanicals5mShopping for Botanicals7m

6 readings

A Closer Look at Contaminants and Adulterants15mYour Role as a Healthcare Provider10mCommon Botanicals That May Cause Herb-Drug Interactions15mRisks for Pregnant and Breastfeeding Patients5mThird-Party Testing Organizations10mSafety Guidelines for Purchasing Botanicals5m

4 practice exercises

Herb-Drug Interactions30mRecommending Botanicals to Special Populations30mThird-Party Testing Organizations Web Review25mA Day at the Clinic30m

Week3

Week 3

2 hours to complete

How Do Botanical Medicines Work?

2 hours to complete

9 videos (Total 44 min), 3 readings, 2 quizzes

9 videos

What Are Botanical Actions?3mBotanical Actions for Pain and Stress5mBotanical Actions for Gastrointestinal and Upper Respiratory Ailments6mBotanical Actions that Support the Immune and Nervous Systems5mWhat are Botanical Preparations?5mWater-Based Preparations4mOther Preparation Types5mDIY Herbal Infusion2mDIY Herbal Macerate3m

3 readings

Botanical Actions Reference Sheet15mBotanical Preparations Reference Sheet10mMake Your Own Herbal Infusions and Macerates5m

2 practice exercises

Types of Botanical Preparations30mBotanical Actions and Preparations Workshop10m

Week4

Week 4

4 hours to complete

Botanical Medicines for Mental Wellbeing, Women's Health, and Musculoskeletal Pain

4 hours to complete

7 videos (Total 22 min), 12 readings, 2 quizzes

7 videos

Week 4 Introduction3mBotanicals for Mental Wellbeing4mBotanicals for Women's Health3mBotanicals for Musculoskeletal Pain2mBotanicals for Migraine Headaches2mPeppermint Essential Oil for Headaches3mAssessing, Educating, and Advising Patients1m

12 readings

Botanicals for Mental Wellbeing15mBotanicals for Mental Wellbeing Reference Sheet15mBotanicals for Mental Wellbeing Research Guide15mBotanicals for Women’s Health15mBotanicals for Women’s Health Reference Sheet15mBotanicals for Women’s Health Research Guide15mBotanicals for Musculoskeletal Pain10mBotanicals for Musculoskeletal Pain Reference Sheet10mBotanicals for Musculoskeletal Pain Research Guide10mBotanicals for Migraine Headaches5mBotanicals for Migraine Headaches Reference Sheet5mBotanicals for Migraine Headaches Research Guide5m

2 practice exercises

Assessing, Educating, and Advising Patients40mLatisha, Maria, and George20m

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TOP REVIEWS FROM HERBAL MEDICINE

by EEJul 16, 2020

I loved this course. I became passion about Botanical now. The way is explained, so clear and so complete. I totally recommend it! for those that are interested in a more natural approach of medecine.

by PBFeb 21, 2022

This was a most excellent course! I am saddened that I can not complete course because the site will not allow my weekly tests to upload or be graded. Thanks so much.

by DPAug 31, 2020

Very informative course related to botanicals. For the past 6 week i have learned many botanicals and its uses. I have gained knowledge on the treatment and the dosge to be used.

by NAMay 2, 2021

am very happy for taking this course ,i increaed my information and know alot about herbals and when we can use it, i think this course will benefit me in future

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About the Integrative Health and Medicine Specialization

If you want to help your patients or clients manage conditions or symptoms such as pain and anxiety, this specialization will provide the knowledge and skills needed. In these five courses, you will explore integrative therapies, including herbal medicine, guided imagery, aromatherapy, and mindfulness. For each therapy studied, you will gain skills to: Assess if a therapy is appropriate, Educate patients or clients about benefit and risk, Administer or advise on use, and Evaluate if the therapy was useful (our AEAE approach).

By the end of this specialization, you will be familiar with application methods, mechanisms of action, and the research evidence for specific therapies, as well as safety and quality considerations. In short, you will be ready to partner with patients on developing a plan of integrative care that fits their needs and preferences. Note that while the primary focus is on working with patients or clients, the information is also immediately applicable to your own health and wellbeing.

Frequently Asked Questions

When will I have access to the lectures and assignments?
Access to lectures and assignments depends on your type of enrollment. If you take a course in audit mode, you will be able to see most course materials for free. To access graded assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience, during or after your audit. If you don't see the audit option:
The course may not offer an audit option. You can try a Free Trial instead, or apply for Financial Aid.
The course may offer 'Full Course, No Certificate' instead. This option lets you see all course materials, submit required assessments, and get a final grade. This also means that you will not be able to purchase a Certificate experience.
What will I get if I subscribe to this Specialization?
When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. Your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile. If you only want to read and view the course content, you can audit the course for free.
Is financial aid available?
Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.
Can I get continuing education (CE) credit for this course?
This course has been designed to meet Minnesota Board of Nursing continuing education (CE) requirements for 15 contact hours and may be eligible for CE credit from other professional boards that allow self-documenting of continuing education activities. It is your responsibility to check with your regulatory board to confirm this course meets your local requirements and, if necessary, to provide them with the certificate of completion you get if you pay for and fulfill all the requirements of this course.

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