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We require the minimum of a high school diploma or GED to enroll in any program at Trinity. Students are not required to have a college bachelors or masters degree.

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Program: Master Herbalist (M.H.)
There are over 100 herbs mentioned in the Bible. Genesis 1:29-30 tells us that God specifically created herbs to sustain life. These studies take an in-depth look at the characteristics and applications of plants all over the world. Every aspect of herbal possibilities is examined, from physical attributes, nutritional qualities, growth, preparation and historical uses. Students will gain a greater understanding of total health by mastering the resources that the Creator has given directly to us.

Hours to Complete: 560
Full Price: $1500
Installment Price: $1645
Monthly Installment Price: $93
Number of Installments: 15
Downpayment: $250

All possible classes for the Master Herbalist (M.H.) Program: (Click to expand)

SNH153 ............ Herbology I
SNH160 ............ Chemistry of Health
SNH170 ............ Practical Herbalism
SNH206 ............ Nutrition and Health
SNH232 ............ Anatomy and Physiological Studies - Intermediate
SNH251 ............ Herbal Materia Medica
SNH253 ............ Herbs of the Bible
SNH325 ............ Kinesiology
SNH355 ............ Herbal Preparations
SNH394 ............ Positive Mental Health
SNH406 ............ Diet and Nutrition
SNH453 ............ Chinese Herbology
SNH455 ............ Aromatherapy

Course: SNH153 Herbology I
Description: A comprehensive overview and understanding of the distinction of organic and inorganic substances and their effect on the human body. The use of herbs in the restoration of health to broken down constitutions will be studied. The four classifications of herbs, descriptions of their properties, actions, effects and applications for the treatment and prevention of disease will be studied in this course to provide a classic background in traditional herbology.
Hours: 48
Notes: Elective choice for the ND program program. Choose 3: SNH 153, SNH 355, SNH 453 and SNH 455
Book: Advanced Treatise in Herbology, by Dr. Edward Shook

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Course: SNH160 Chemistry of Health
Description: The course provides a study of the chemical reactions and the processes introduced in the body as a result of dietary habits. This course will provide insight into the reasons for the steady decline in health based on diet, as well as the study of the chemistry of fats, carbohydrates, proteins, vitamins and minerals which contribute to health and wellness. Metabolic pathways for the utilization of nutritional substances are presented along with a study of the pH balance required to maintain good health. The focus of the course emphasizes the clinical application of the principles of proper nutritional chemistry in the human body.
Hours: 48
Notes:
Book: Your Health, Your Choice, by Dr. Ted Morter

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Course: SNH170 Practical Herbalism
Description: This course will take you on a journey from "ancient roots" to modern science beginning with evolution of Herbal Medicine in the West. Learn simplified processes for gathering, preserving and making good "medicine" from every day plants. Forty-six very common "ordinary plants with extraordinary powers" will be discussed in-depth.
Hours: 48
Notes:
Book: Practical Herbalism, by Phil Fritchey

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Course: SNH206 Nutrition and Health
Description: A comprehensive study which will educate the student in achieving and maintaining the greatest level of health through careful dietary planning and nutritional supplementation. The student will learn to diagnose vitamin and mineral deficiencies as they correlate to specific health problems and be able to suggest the proper supplementation. An emphasis on building and keeping a strong immune system is key to proper nutrition.
Hours: 48
Notes:
Book: Prescription for Nutritional Healing (current edition available at >> Reagan's Bookstore <<), by James and Phyllis Balch

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Course: SNH232 Anatomy and Physiological Studies - Intermediate
Description: This course will provide the student with the general ability to identify the major organ systems as well as the parts and functions of the human body, stressing the function and interrelationships between organs, tissues and glands. This will prepare the student with a foundational knowledge to better understand both the structure and function of the body.
Hours: 48
Notes:
Book: Know Your Body: The Atlas of Anatomy , by Emmet B. Keeffe

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Course: SNH251 Herbal Materia Medica
Description: The course gives a systematic approach to herbalism with a focus on the difference between drug and herbal therapy, the use of nutrients in the treatment of disease and the biochemical effects of herbs in the body. Includes a comprehensive description of an exhaustive number of herbs, their application and remedial effects
Hours: 48
Notes:
Book: Nutritional Herbology, by Mark Pedersen, ND

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Course: SNH253 Herbs of the Bible
Description: A comprehensive and detailed list of the important herbs used in the Bible is presented. Students examine thought-provoking information of how herbs have been historically used through the ages. Current scientific research, along with the medicinal history of the herbs, is used to explain how ancient biblical remedies have been reborn today as alternative medicines
Hours: 32
Notes:
Book: Herbs of the Bible, by James A. Duke, Ph.D.

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Course: SNH325 Kinesiology
Description: The course studies the use of kinesiology to analyze human metabolic problems and allergies. Kinesiology may be used to produce a nutritional regimen through which the application of diet, homeopathic remedies, herbs, vitamins and minerals may be helpful. The student will learn the application and location of test points on the body and the proper testing techniques for each point.
Hours: 48
Notes:
Book: Ultimate Healing System, by Dr. Donald Lepore

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Course: SNH355 Herbal Preparations
Description: The course involves both the historical and medicinal uses of various herbal preparations. It will also focus on the identification of each herb, along with when and how best to collect the herb. Emphasis will be given to teas, effusions, extractions, tinctures, decoctions and poultices
Hours: 48
Notes: Elective for the ND program. Choose 3: SNH 153, SNH 355, SNH 453, SNH 455
Book: Herbal Medicine Maker's Handbook, by James Green

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Course: SNH394 Positive Mental Health
Description: The student will study the theory of psycho-immunology which explores the mystery of the mind and its impact on healing the body. This course will challenge the student to consider the spiritual element of proper health and show how what we think and believe can influence our physical well being.
Hours: 32
Notes:
Book: A Better Way to think, by H. Norman Wright

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Course: SNH406 Diet and Nutrition
Description: This course studies a possible parallel between dietary derangement and disease. The student will study the nutritional components of major disease states, both physical and psychological, and then examine the optimal diet for good health. Special emphasis will be given to the scientific data which correlates to disease and nutritional deficiencies.
Hours: 48
Notes:
Book: Diet and Nutrition, by Dr. Rudolph Ballentine

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Course: SNH453 Chinese Herbology
Description: The course involves a comparison and contrast between Western medical science and traditional Chinese and Ayurvedic herbal medicine. A study of holistic health through the promotion of herbal medicine gives this course a unique perspective. The student will gain an enhanced understanding of the classification of herbal properties with a focus on Chinese herbs and their action on the vital organs of the body
Hours: 48
Notes: Elective choice in the ND program. Choose 3: SNH 153, SNH 355, SNH 453, SNH 455
Book: Planetary Herbology, by Michael Tierra

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Course: SNH455 Aromatherapy
Description: The course studies the history and effectiveness of aromatherapy (essential oils). Special attention is given to oils used in ministering to emotional and physical conditions. Aromatherapy is non-invasive and assists in stimulating natural healing thus lending itself to a natural healing approach
Hours: 48
Notes: Elective choice in the ND program. Choose 3: SNH 153, SNH 355, SNH 453, SNH 455
Book: Advanced Aromatherapy, by Kurt Schnaubelt

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