Botanical Medicine
Courses
Our botanical medicine courses for veterinary practitioners are founded on an evidence-based, scientific foundation. Our goal is to teach students to exercise critical thinking and discernment so that they are able to recognize the facts over fiction in practicing integrative medicine. We will instruct you to be aware of both the risks and benefits of botanical medicine. Our courses are created to help medical providers use botanical remedies safely and intelligently.
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Botanical Medicine Fundamentals
Botanical Medicine Fundamentals is Part I of our two-part certification program. It covers herbal pharmacology, product development, herb-drug interactions, Chinese herbs, essential oils, and a critical analysis of homeopathic agents found in herbal products.
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BOTANICAL MEDICINE FUNDAMENTALS
The Botanical Medicine Fundamentals online program includes eight modules. It covers the basic science of modern herbal therapy, including safety questions, manufacturing issues, methods of preparation, mechanisms of action, herb-drug interactions, Chinese herbal medicine concerns, homeopathic ingredients, and essential oils.
This portion constitutes Part I of the two-part herbal certification course. Part II addresses the application of phytotherapy in clinical care. You may also sign up for the full course, Botanical Medicine Fundamentals and Clinical Care, for a reduced fee.
Download the brochure to learn more about course content, goals, and objectives. We offer certification as a veterinary botanical medicine consultant in order to empower practitioners with a solid foundation in herbal medicine so that they can 1) Confidently discuss pros and cons of botanical products with clients, and 2) Implement well-studied herbs judiciously.
Veterinarians and veterinary students are eligible to enroll.
$595
DATE: Open and Ongoing
LOCATION: 30 Hours Online
INSTRUCTOR: Narda G. Robinson, DO, DVM, MS, FAAMA
PRIMA and Veterinary Botanical Medicine Consultant Certification Requirements: Fundamentals (Part I) and Clinical Care (Part II).
COURSE OVERVIEW
CuraCore’s Veterinary Botanical Medicine Course, just like our other courses on laser therapy, medical manual therapy, and acupuncture, is founded on evidence-based, scientific methods. As the instructor, Dr. Narda Robinson teaches medical providers to use critical discernment to sift out the facts from fiction any time integrative therapy is used. This is especially vital when herbal medicine is involved because of potential harm that could result from products that are biochemically active.
This course directs individuals to view botanical medicine with an evidence-informed, scientific viewpoint so that they can offer their patients top-quality care. CuraCore’s purpose for this course is to give you a deeper awareness of the risks and benefits botanical treatments provide and how medical providers can use them safely and knowledgeably. This course is by no means a “how to” guide to push you toward using herbs exclusively with your patients. There are still many challenges to overcome until more evidence is found for target species.
For this veterinary program, you will need a concrete working knowledge of chemistry, pathology, pharmacology, physiology, and clinical manifestations of disease and health. Have questions or need more information? Please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Botanical Medicine in Clinical Care
This is Part II of our two-part certification program. It covers the clinical application of botanicals for digestion, pain, inflammation, infection, anxiety, seizure disorders, and cancer. It includes herbs to stop before surgery and anesthesia. Enroll in the full program, Botanical Fundamentals and Clinical Care for a reduced fee.
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Botanical Medicine in Clinical Care constitutes Part II of our two-part herbal certification course, following Part I, Fundamentals. This section comprises 9 modules on the science and evidence of botanicals for digestion, pain, inflammation, infection, anxiety, seizure disorders, and cancer. It also identifies herbs to stop before surgery and anesthesia.
Keep in mind that you may sign up for the entire course, Botanical Medicine Fundamentals and Clinical Care, at one time and for a reduced fee.
Download the brochure to learn more about course content, goals, and objectives. We have designed our certification in veterinary botanical medicine consulting to meet the need of practitioners for science-based knowledge that boosts their confidence in educating clients about the risks and benefits of herbs for animals.
Veterinarians and veterinary students are eligible to enroll.
$495
DATE: Open and Ongoing
LOCATION: 20 Hours Online
INSTRUCTOR: Narda G. Robinson, DO, DVM, MS, FAAMA
PRIMA and Veterinary Botanical Medicine Consultant Certification Requirements: Fundamentals (Part I) and Clinical Care (Part II).
Botanical Medicine Fundamentals and Clinical Care
This course comprises Part I (Fundamentals) and Part II (Clinical Care), with 17 total modules. Save by signing up for this entire program at the outset.
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BOTANICAL MEDICINE FULL COURSE DESCRIPTION: This online course teaches participants science-based information on botanical remedies, including their mechanisms of action, indications, contraindications, herb-drug interactions and, for cannabis, legal and ethical concerns. Instruction comprises short videos, self-paced assignments, reading, critiques, and online quizzes. Upon completion, participants should be able to confidently discuss the pros and cons of various herbal options with their clients based on science and research.
Download our brochure to learn more.
Sign up for this full course, rather than registering for Part I and Part II individually and SAVE!
$995
DATE: Open and Ongoing
LOCATION: 30 Hours Online
INSTRUCTOR: Narda G. Robinson, DO, DVM, MS, FAAMA
PRIMA and Veterinary Botanical Medicine Consultant Certification Requirements: Fundamentals (Part I) and Clinical Care (Part II).
COURSE OVERVIEW
CuraCore’s Veterinary Botanical Medicine Course, just like our other courses on laser therapy, medical manual therapy, and acupuncture, is founded on evidence-based, scientific methods. As the instructor, Dr. Narda Robinson teaches medical providers to use critical discernment to sift out the facts from fiction any time integrative therapy is used. This is especially vital when herbal medicine is involved because of potential harm that could result from products that are biochemically active.
This course directs individuals to view botanical medicine with an evidence-informed, scientific viewpoint so that they can offer their patients top-quality care. CuraCore’s purpose for this course is to give you a deeper awareness of the risks and benefits botanical treatments provide and how medical providers can use them safely and knowledgeably. This course is by no means a “how to” guide to push you toward using herbs exclusively with your patients. There are still many challenges to overcome until more evidence is found for target species.
For this veterinary program, you will need a concrete working knowledge of chemistry, pathology, pharmacology, physiology, and clinical manifestations of disease and health. Have questions or need more information? Please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Cannabis for Veterinary Professionals
This entirely ONLINE course aims to educate veterinarians, veterinary nurses, and technicians about multiple aspects of cannabis treatment — recognizing its historical lineage, safety concerns, and proven ability to regulate endogenous analgesic and homeostatic processes.
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Cannabis for Veterinary Professionals
Veterinarians face many questions when it comes to cannabis. How does it work? Is it safe? What are the safeguards to regulate veterinary products? Which regulations impact veterinarians’ ability to prescribe cannabis? How does cannabidiol (CBD) differ from delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol in terms of clinical effects and toxicity? Where can I find reliable information online?
This course aims to educate veterinarians, veterinary nurses, and technicians about multiple aspects of cannabis treatment — recognizing its historical lineage, safety concerns, and proven ability to regulate endogenous analgesic and homeostatic processes.
The class is open to veterinary healthcare professionals as well as those from other professions that have a desire to learn more about the pharmacology and safety issues concerning cannabis. As such, prospective enrollees should read the following prerequisites carefully in order to ensure that they have a strong enough scientifically based education in order to grasp fundamental pharmacologic and clinical concepts.
Completion of this course does not grant the authority to prescribe any type of cannabis product, and participants should explore and understand local, regional, and national restrictions concerning cannabis that would apply to them and their practice, if applicable. Completion of this program does not grant any licensure or certification to practice medicine.
$395
DATE: Open and Ongoing
LOCATION: 20 Hours Online
INSTRUCTOR: Dr. Narda Robinson
COURSE DETAILS
The course consists of ten online modules, presented through the award winning Litmos learning management system. You can access this program through a mobile device app or internet browser.
Note on Prerequisites: We recommend having a background in veterinary science (veterinary medicine preferred), including pharmacology, physiology, and neurophysiology.
Does it qualify for continuing education credits?
CuraCore’s Cannabis for Veterinary Professionals is RACE/NYSED approved for 20 CE credit hours.
Please contact your state’s licensing agency or comparable regulatory board (if you practice outside of the United States) to determine if the credits will be accepted as CE credits.
About the Instructor
Dr. Narda Robinson is a veterinarian and osteopathic physician, licensed to practice in Colorado and Ontario. She is the President and CEO of the CuraCore Integrative Medicine & Education Centers in the US and Canada. Dr. Robinson served on the faculty of the Colorado State University College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences for nearly 20 years, focusing her teaching and research on the scientific basis of integrative medicine. In 2015, she was invited by the President of CSU, Dr. Tony Frank, to explore the research potential of cannabis. She then participated on a university-wide committee that, in conjunction with the University of Colorado, helped to lay the groundwork for academic study of cannabis. She co-authored a seminal survey on consumers’ perceptions of the value of hemp products for dogs. The results from this study helped to stimulate and pave the way for clinical research on cannabis at CSU. Dr. Robinson currently teaches online and onsite courses on cannabis that encourage scientific scrutiny and critical inquiry insofar as they relate to medical treatment and lawful practice.
Botanical Day: Cannabis in Veterinary Medicine
In this entirely ONSITE program, veterinarians, veterinary technicians, and veterinary nurses will learn about a number of aspects concerning the science, evidence, and clinical applications of cannabis compounds.
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Botanical Day June 2019: Cannabis in Veterinary Medicine
ONSITE. Are you a veterinary healthcare practitioner who wants to learn more about the safety issues and pharmacology concerning cannabinoid treatment approaches? This may be a good next step for you. For this course, you are required to have scientifically-based knowledge of physiology, pharmacology, neurotransmission, anatomy, and the regulation of veterinary medical practice.
Please note that completion of this course does not give you authority to prescribe cannabis products. As a participant, it is up to you to research and understand the cannabis restrictions that apply to your practice locally, regionally, and nationally. Those who finish our program will receive an achievement certificate pertaining only to the coursework contained in our program.
$199
DATE: June 7, 2019 (9:00 am – 5:00 pm)
LOCATION: The Hilton Fort Collins, 425 W Prospect Rd., Fort Collins, CO
INSTRUCTOR: Dr. Narda Robinson
WHAT WILL YOU LEARN
- What is Cannabis
- Active Constituents in Cannabis
- The Pros and Cons of THC
- Cannabidiol (CBD)
- Education, Caution, and Scrutiny
- Cannabis and the Regulatory Environment for Veterinarians
COURSE DETAILS
DOES IT QUALIFY FOR CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS?
CuraCore’s Botanical Medicine Workshop is RACE/NYSED approval for 7 CE hours.
Please contact your state’s licensing agency or comparable regulatory board (if you practice outside of the United States) to determine if the credits will be accepted as CE credits.
