3 Crucial Resources for Learning Latin Names Of Plants | ACHS

3 Crucial Resources for Learning Latin Names Of Plants You may not think that Latin and holistic health have anything in common. Latin is one of those ancient languages that is rarely taught in school anymore, while holistic health is an evolving frontier. But, you might be surprised. Have you ever picked up a box […]

6 Time-Saving Strategies for Stressed Students

6 Reliable Time-Saving Strategies for Stressed Students Image by Stephanie Frey © 123RF.com Time management is a challenge for everyone. Whether you’re a student studying for your holistic health degree, a certified herbalist, a teacher, or a stay-at-home, there’s always more to do. Between assignments and class time, work commitments, family obligations, and basic quality […]

5 Holistic Ways to Boost Productivity | ACHS

5 Holistic Ways to Boost Productivity Productivity is on everyone’s mind these days, especially around the holidays and New Year. There’s much to do, and there never seems to be enough time to do it. You may have tried new apps, programs, and routines hoping they might help, only to end up right back where […]

The Most Important APA Rules to Know

The Most Important APA Rules to Know  What’s the big deal about APA style? APA (American Psychological Association) style … what’s the big deal, and why do we use it? Originated in 1929 by a group of anthropologists, psychologists, and business managers, APA is a citation style that consists of rules and guidelines to ensure […]

Why Latin Binomials are Important for Herbs

What’s in a Name? Why Latin Binomials are Important As every ACHS student of herbalism quickly learns, the use of Latin terminology in herbalism is essential. Common names for an herb may be used for several quite different herbs. The only way to determine that you have the plant you want is by the Latin […]

Never Do Homework In Bed: 3 Reasons Why

If you’re a student studying online, you probably spend a lot of time thinking about how and when you’re going to get all your work done. You’ll consider your schedule and then find an open window to hit the books. Some students will even map out the specific times they’re going to work each day […]

5 Foolproof Ways to Fail Finals Week

By Melissa Trujillo and Renee Long Final exams can leave students with conflicted emotions. They signal the finish line of a class, but finals week is also a rigorous, sometimes stressful part of the student journey. Finals week is nearly here at ACHS. Do you feel prepared? We work with students every day and hear […]