Culture & Health

Irish Healing Traditions

Explore the history, culture, and evolution of Irish indigenous medicine through a complete 5-module learning series.

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This course is for professional herbal register members only

What is the Irish Healing Traditions Course?

The Irish Healing Traditions course explores the history, culture, and evolution of Ireland’s indigenous medical practices from ancient times to the present.

This course is for professional herbal register members only

Includes:
A complete 9-hour, self-paced lecture series
In-depth exploration of Irish indigenous medicine through history
Study of language, folklore, and cultural influences on healing
Insights into legend, myth, and medieval healing practices
Insights into legend, myth, and medieval healing practices
Analysis of key historical shifts, including the 19th-century watershed
Exploration of Irish indigenous medicine in the modern world
Audio and written lecture content for flexible, in-depth learning

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to:


  • Understand the historical development of Irish indigenous medicine
  • Explain the role of culture, language, and folklore in healing traditions
  • Identify key influences shaping Irish medical practices across different periods
  • Analyze the impact of herbal knowledge and medical families on clinical practice
  • Evaluate major historical shifts in Irish medicine, including the 19th century
  • Recognize the relevance of indigenous medicine in a modern healthcare context
  • Develop a broader perspective on global traditional medical systems
  • Apply cultural insights to enhance therapeutic understanding and patient care
Format
On-Demand, Self-Paced
Category
Culture & Health
Location
Online
Duration
9 hours
Course Access
1 year
Prerequisites
None
Credentials
Certificate of Completion
Validity
2 years
Target Audience
Health care professionals, Anthropologists, and Ethnologists
Fee
€250

Designed to be flexible

With online learning materials at your disposal, you can study at your own pace as you progress through each module.

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Professionally Relevant Learning

This module forms part of ICTIM’s broader educational offering in herbal and integrative medicine and supports continued learning in culture, health, and traditional medical systems.

Course Overview

Explore the history and culture of Irish indigenous medicine and healing traditions. The lectures explore Irish indigenous medicine through the centuries and its place within indigenous medicine globally. The course also offers an in-depth discussion on the importance of appraising culture for a successful therapeutic outcome.

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This course is for professional herbal register members only

This course is well suited to self-directed learners. Rosari and Anna-Maria complement each other well as teachers. Both have a deep knowledge of herbalism and human body systems, and their combined expertise makes the material both accessible and insightful.

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Student
professional Development

How this course can deepen your understanding

Designed to help you build confidence, deepen your knowledge, and apply new insights directly in your professional work.

Explore Irish indigenous medicine in historical and cultural context

Broaden your perspective on traditional medical systems

Strengthen your understanding of culture in healthcare

Apply cultural insight to therapeutic thinking and patient care

A short introduction to Rosarie’s work on Irish healing traditions, traditional medicine, and the cultural roots of health.
professional Development

Meet your instructor

Dr. Rosari Kingston

PHD. M.SC (Herbal Medicine), M.IIMH.

Check out Dr. Kingston’s book, Ireland's Hidden Medicine

A short introduction to Rosarie’s work on Irish healing traditions, traditional medicine, and the cultural roots of health.

target audience

Who This Course Is For

This course is designed for those seeking a deeper understanding of Irish healing traditions and their place in modern healthcare.

  • Healthcare professionals looking to expand their cultural and clinical perspective
  • Medical herbalists and practitioners of traditional or integrative medicine
  • Anthropologists and ethnologists studying cultural health systems
  • Individuals interested in Irish heritage, folklore, and traditional healing practices

This course is for professional herbal register members only

Study the Foundations of Irish Medicine

Gain a deeper understanding of Irish indigenous medicine and its relevance in modern clinical practice through flexible, self-paced learning.

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