03/28/2026
The Registered Herbalist program was created to give dedicated herbalists the professional recognition they deserve for their ability to practice Clinical Herbalism. In the United States, herbalists currently have no formal license to distinguish between the wide spectrum of herbal practices, from casual hobbyists to highly trained clinical practitioners. This lack of differentiation makes it difficult for the public to know who is truly qualified to work with herbs in a therapeutic, clinical setting.
The Registered Herbalist designation helps bridge that gap by honoring those who have met rigorous standards in clinical herbal training and practice. The American Herbalists Guild is working to grow this standard and recognition and uphold the integrity of our future as herbalist.
Invest in the Future of the Registered Herbalist (RH) Credential with Us!
The Registered Herbalist credential has shaped the path of so many practitioners in our community. It represents years of study, clinical experience, and a deep commitment to caring for others with integrity. Now, we have the opportunity to reopen and strengthen this pathway for the next generation.
With generous matching support from Vitality Works and its founder Mitch Coven, we are already halfway to our $20,000 goal. Every donation is still being matched, doubling the impact of your support in these final days.
If clinical herbalism has impacted your life or your work, we invite you to contribute and help carry this forward. Sharing this campaign with your network also makes a meaningful difference.
👉Donate now: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/open-the-registered-herbalist-rh-program