We compared 5 online herbalism programs available to US learners. 4 of them have a full editorial score so far, built from five published criteria. Published prices range from $25 to $4,056.
Ordered by our editorial score, never by commission. Filters only hide programs; they don't change the order.
Dedicated students who want one of the most comprehensive self-paced online herbalism programs, with strong botany and medicine-making content.
Home herbalists who want a structured, self-paced course on body systems, energetics and formulation.
Serious herbal students who want to learn the traditional, energetics-based approach of a well-known herbalist author.
Beginners who want a mentored, cohort-based introduction to herbalism with live sessions and community.
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| Program | Score | Price | Duration | Format | Accreditation | Free trial |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8.7 | $3,336 – $4,056 | 1,200-hour program; full access on enrollment | Self-paced | — | — | |
| 8.6 | $395 | Self-paced, 10 units and 59 lessons | Self-paced | — | — | |
| 8.6 | $25 – $2,995 | Year-long foundational program; supplies cost about $200 extra | Self-paced | — | — | |
| 8.1 | $3,497 – $3,700 | 6-month live cohort, 100 hours | Live online | — | — | |
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“—” means the information was not published or not yet checked. Data from official program pages, last checked October 5, 2026.
Based on our editorial score, Chestnut School of Herbal Medicine (Chestnut School Online Herbal Immersion Program) ranks first at 8.7/10. Best for: Dedicated students who want one of the most comprehensive self-paced online herbalism programs, with strong botany and medicine-making content.
Among the programs we checked that publish a price, prices run from $25 to $4,056. Prices change often, so check the official site before you enroll.
We rank programs by an editorial score built from five criteria (curriculum, credibility, value, flexibility and support). Affiliate commissions never influence the order. Programs we have not scored yet are listed after scored ones.