About The Homegrown Herbalist
School of Botanical Medicine
Founding a Groundbreaking School
Dr. Patrick Jones, founder of the HomeGrown Herbalist School of Botanical Medicine has been a practicing veterinarian for over 25 years. He is also a clinical herbalist and traditional naturopath. For decades he has seen the power of herbs bless the lives of his veterinary patients as well as his human clients.
Because of his veterinary credentials, Dr. Jones is regularly able to treat cases that most herbalists would not have within the normal scope of their practice. Gangrene, rattlesnake bites, gunshot wounds, poisonings, massive hemorrhage, shock, brain trauma, sepsis, and countless other conditions have been part of Dr. Jones’ daily herbal practice for decades. Dr. Jones has literally seen miracles with medicinal plants in his veterinary practice and has used his extensive experience to help his human clients as well.
Different Roots, and Different Results
As a result, our program differs significantly from the typical online herb school. There is nothing “theoretical” or “historical” about the curriculum of the HomeGrown Herbalist School. The lessons and principles taught are the result of years of real clinical practice “in the trenches”. This is not “cut and paste” herbalism or the regurgitation of ideas read in books written by folks that read things in other books. This is real, practical, functional herbal medicine.
The HomeGrown Herbalist School curriculum is based on a solid understanding of anatomy, physiology, and the process of disease. Only by understanding these fundamentals can we really build a foundation for true healing. Add to that a deep understanding of how and why the plants do what they do to the body (rather than merely memorizing long lists of their various actions) and you have, at the end of the program, a student that is truly prepared to practice as a clinical herbalist.
Because of his veterinary experience, Dr. Jones also teaches the veterinary applications of herbal remedies throughout the course.
Online and In-Person – Something for Everyone
Though all of the coursework can be completed online, there are also hands-on workshops, plant walks, and masters’ seminars to ensure that each student receives true mentoring in the art and practice of herbal medicine. These workshops and herb walks are also recorded on video so that even those that can’t attend in person can benefit from the experience. These workshops and seminars are put on at various times throughout the year at various locations to facilitate attendance. Each online learning module also has an assessment quiz to reinforce your learning. Some lessons also include assignments that are reviewed by the instructor individually with each student. A students-only forum is also available for individual and group discussions with Dr. Jones and other students.
A Fundamental Difference
The fundamental principle of The HomeGrown Herbalist philosophy is that our strongest botanical relationships in healing need to be rooted in our own local soil. Heavy emphasis is placed on plants that are easily grown or abundantly available in the wild. Learning to cultivate, locate, identify, harvest and process these local medicinal plants is an important part of being a self-reliant, successful clinical herbalist.
Students work at their own pace as life allows with no deadlines or timetables. The cost of the program is a fraction of that of many comparable programs and we are confident that the content is unsurpassed in the industry.
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Ratings and Reviews
I spent an entire year researching which online school I wanted to enroll in. I have no idea how I came across the Homestead Academy, it wasn't even in my lists to choose from! After looking over the information, it took me less than two days to enroll. This was a perfect match for me. I couldn't be happier about it. Dr Jones is an incredible teacher with a great sense of humor. He makes it fun!
With so many courses/schools on the internet, it is hard to know which one is right for you. If you want to learn herbs and the following things are important to you, Doc Jones is your man! He is extremely intelligent, down-to-earth, teaches in a manner I understand, quite comical, obviously loves animals and kids, and a man of Faith! Join us on this educational journey, you won't regret it!!
I am extremely impressed by this course with how much information on the body is given. This is a major factor when learning to heal the body and most courses do not offer half of this information. A big thanks to Home Grown Herbalist team and Dr. Jones!
When I was looking for a program, I chose this one because the information didn't just 'parrot' all the other stuff that you can find online. Dr. Jones is a professional and backs up what he says with science. Not just hearsay. I finished this course just over two years ago, and still refer to his lessons often. I highly recommend Homestead Academy to anyone who truly wants to learn. Sherry
I started this course in the beginning of January and have thoroughly enjoyed it so far and have learned so much ! I appreciate the way Dr. Jones teaches and conveys his lessons to his students and also for his love for His Savior and the way he credits all the beauty and mastery of nature and the herbs the Lord has made for us to use. I highly recommend this course to everyone !
A few years ago, I took an herbal class..so it was called. I learned a lot, but application was lacking, and it was not just herbal. I wish I would have found Dr. Jones course first. Just about finished with the Anatomy section (which I was dreading) and have learned more than the entire other course in total. Thanks Dr. Jones and those who work with you to set this up!!!
I am learning how the body works and how the herbs help each system. I am gaining confidence in using herbs in my own life and helping those around me.