- Accredited Certificate
Nature’s Remedies Community Certificate
This self-paced certificate program is designed for individuals who want to support their family’s health through natural remedies. Through a holistic, hands-on learning experience, you’ll study aromatherapy, herbalism, and restorative nutrition to promote wellness and help reduce the risk of disease.
An Introduction to Aromatherapy
Learn how to use essential oils to support mood, relaxation, and focus, while exploring herbal formulation to create personalized wellness blends.
Deepen Your Connection with Nature
Embrace sustainable lifestyle practices that expand your knowledge beyond the home, deepen your relationship with the natural world, and position you as a trusted wellness resource within your community.
Develop and Refine Recipes
Practice nutrient-preserving cooking techniques and develop skills in safe food handling using whole, nourishing ingredients.
Gain Confidence
Build confidence to take a more active role in your family’s health through hands-on application and experiential learning.
Apply Sustainable Practices
Integrate sustainable practices into natural remedies, seasonal food preparation, and daily life to support holistic well-being.
Free Aromatherapy eBook: Essential Oils for Everyday Wellness
Download our free Aromatherapy eBook to learn the best oils for everyday use, safety tips, and how to start using aromatherapy in your wellness routine.
Required Courses
Foundational Courses for Mastering Holistic Health
Learning Outcomes
- Identify a diverse range of herbs, essential oils, and whole foods used in crafting remedies for family and community wellness.
- Explain the principles and practices of herbal and aromatherapy formula-making, and whole food preparations development as they apply to creating remedies for everyday family health concerns.
- Evaluate the quality, safety, and potential benefits of various herbal preparations, essential oil blends, and nutrient-dense foods for addressing common family health issues.
- Demonstrate ability to create basic herbal preparations such as teas, tinctures, nutrient-rich meals, salves, and aromatherapy blends using proper techniques, nutritional principles, and safety measures.
- Develop wellness formulas that integrate herbs, essential oils, and nutrient-dense foods to address specific health goals to support the wellness needs of family members and community groups.
Admission Requirements
Here’s what you’ll need to do to get started:
Step 1: Request your transcripts.
Provide high school or self-certification of completion with College transcripts.
Step 2: Apply Online
Complete and submit your application online to begin the admissions process.
Step 3: Achieve Acceptance for Admission
A recommendation by the Admissions Committee is required. Review and sign your Academic Plan and Enrollment Agreement once accepted.
Step 4: Confirm Your Funding
Work with the ACHS team to finalize your funding, including payment plans, tuition assistance or military benefits, or financial aid for those who qualify. Learn more.
Step 5: Complete Orientation
Discover ACHS’s learning and support resources to guide you throughout your studies.
*Applicable for all programs except the following certificates: Nature’s Remedies: Crafting Aromatherapy, Herbal, and Nutritional Solutions for a Healthier Family and Community and Holistic Approaches to Mental Health: Essential Oils, Herbs, and Nutrition.
Apply Your Education in Real-World Settings
Students often pursue career goals that lead them to roles such as:
Community Health Worker
Aromatherapist
Natural Recipe Developer
Holistic Nutritionist
Plan Your Future in Health & Wellness With an Advisor
Connect with an academic advisor to talk through your goals, get personalized guidance, and explore your path forward in health and wellness.
Tuition and Financial Aid
You can estimate your total tuition and fees by clicking on each required course below to view its total course price. Tuition and fees are subject to change. Explore options to reduce costs through credit transfers, challenge exams, and eBook textbooks here. Learn more about funding your education.
$1,755
Estimated Total
$100
Registration Fee
$1,530
Tuition
$75
Books and Supplies
$50
Graduation Fee
This estimate includes all required textbooks, materials, and the online ACHS eTextbook. It reflects the courses with the greatest out-of-pocket costs and is based on 2024–2025 tuition rates. Actual cost may be lower if you qualify for transfer of credit, pass a challenge exam, or opt for eBook options.
The Value of Accreditation
ACHS is accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC). DEAC is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a recognized accrediting agency and recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). This ensures that your aromatherapy education meets rigorous academic and industry standards — adding value to your credentials and advancing your ability to support others with confidence.
ACHS Partnerships & Affiliations
FAQs
What skills will I gain in the Nature’s Remedies Community Certificate?
You’ll build practical, everyday skills for supporting family and community wellness using aromatherapy, herbal preparations, and whole-food nutrition. The program emphasizes safe essential oil use, basic herbal formulation, nutrient-preserving cooking methods, and sustainable practices. Learning is hands-on and designed to be fun!
Is this program intended for professional or clinical practice?
This certificate is designed for personal, family, and community education and emphasizes experience and practical application. There are many ways this knowledge may be applied from personal wellness to integrating into community or organizational wellness programs. This program can also be a foundation for advanced training leading to professional or clinical practice.
Can I use what I learn to support my family and share knowledge in my community?
Yes! That is exactly the focus of this program. It’s well-suited for individuals who want to apply natural remedies at home and share practical wellness knowledge with family, friends, or community groups.
Will I learn how to safely combine herbs, essential oils, and nutrition?
Yes. Courses introduce foundational principles of natural product formulation and food preparation with a strong emphasis on safety, quality, and appropriate use. You’ll learn how to prepare simple teas, salves, blends, and nutrient-dense meals while understanding contraindications, basic safety measures, and sustainable sourcing.
Do I need prior experience in aromatherapy, herbalism, or nutrition to succeed?
No prior experience is required. The certificate is designed for adult learners and beginners, with clear instructions, practical examples, and real-life applications. Supportive faculty guidance helps learners build confidence as they develop new skills.
Ready To Turn Your Passion Into a Profession?
Apply now, or speak to one of our expert advisors.