An apprentice is someone who invests 10,000 hours or more. Becoming a Spiritual Herbalism Apprentice requires that you attend the 3 hours of class each week, in addition to additional time studying and learning outside of class time. 

You won’t ever finish being an herbal student. The world of plant medicine is vast - you’ll continue to be introduced to new plants and new studies.

Consider how much time you can commit to this study. If this journey is for you, what are you willing to invest? Your dedication will reflect in your progress and growth.

Yes, we offer a limited number of scholarships to students in each cohort who meet eligibility criteria.

Scholarship Eligibility

To be considered for a scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

1. Identify as BIPOC
   We prioritize Black, Indigenous, and People of Color in recognition of historical and systemic barriers to accessing wellness education and land-based practices.

2. Demonstrate Interest in Spiritual Herbalism
   Applicants should show genuine curiosity and commitment to deepening their study and practice of spiritual herbalism.

3. Participate in Community Offerings
   Scholarship recipients are asked to attend at least two SV workshops or community classes/events annually OR the Annual Spiritual Herbalism Conference to stay actively engaged in the learning community.

4. Commit to Personal and Collective Healing
   This work is rooted in reciprocity, reverence, and remembrance. Applicants should be aligned with these values and interested in learning within a shared space of care and accountability. This must be reflected in your application

5. Complete the Full Application
   All questions on the scholarship form must be completed honestly and thoughtfully, including any reflection prompts or community engagement questions.

6. Demonstrate Financial Need(Optional)
   If you are able to, please share how receiving this scholarship would support your access to the program. This helps us prioritize funding for those most in need.

If you meet the criteria above and would like to be considered for a scholarship, please complete the form below by Friday, December 19 2025
https://forms.gle/7CkZsc8e9HCqFA9LA

People enter the apprenticeship program with different skill levels regarding herbalism and spiritual practices. Some arrive with no experience at all, while others have already been on their journey. As an apprentice, you will be building this material from bottom up. Even with advanced knowledge, Karen asks that you start with an open heart and mind as the Spiritual Herbalism program is a unique program offering a different experience from most traditional herbal programs.

No. The program is virtual, meaning you can attend class via Zoom from anywhere. You do not need to consider moving or traveling regularly to NYC. Should you decide to visit Sacred Vibes while visiting NYC, we welcome you, but this is not required.

No. The apprenticeship program is for all people regardless of gender and race identification. However, you are being taught by a Black Woman who centers indigenous and African Diaspora spirituality. 

The Spiritual Herbalism Apprenticeship program covers herbs from all over the world. As with people, plants have traveled far and wide across the Earth. As detailed above, level 1 focuses on local and domestic herbs; however, we honor and recognize that some of these plants have been brought to North America by enslaved peoples, those who were colonized, as well as migrants and refugees. We respect this and teach this throughout the program, meaning that, like the plants, we are a program that accepts and invites all people.

The options are truly endless! Many apprentices have opened their own apothecaries, begun practicing clinical herbalism, launched herbalism lines, teach and write about spiritual herbalism. Individuals have incorporated these teachings into their other practices, such as; acupuncture, MD/DO physician practice, massage therapy, nursing, social work, clinical therapy and other wellness practices.