Education in the Botanical Realm

The origin of the word 'education' is from the Latin root educate. 'Educare' means 'to lead out or bring forth' ‘

Education is about discovery, not consumption.

Taj Scicluna, Botanical Educator

My work as an Educator is based on inspiration, awe, innovation & creativity - I seek to draw things out, rather than force knowledge in, honoring the innate intelligence of all beings. 

I believe everyone has the ability to learn and seek wonder, enamoured with the medicine of the moment, that presence and spark that allows us to feel connected and part of something greater than ourselves. 

 I see Education as a seed; I offer what I have learnt and experienced to you.

I share the joy of being awe-inspired by the botanical world, it is up to you then to nurture this seed, however you like, with your personal touch. 

​The learning then continues beyond my teaching - you carry the seeds of inspiration with you and keep going.

I think Education is a Revolutionary Act. 

What are you looking for?

In Person Workshops

  • The Herbal Apprentice

    8 WEEK COURSE

    CERES, Brunswick, Vic

    A course designed for plant lovers and student naturopaths or herbalists that yearn to deepen their practice with an interactive and connective learning experience. Explore key Herbal concepts in a visual way, and discover the art & science of medicine making.

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  • Wildcrafting Course

    5 WEEK COURSE - Evenings

    Merri Creek, Coburg, Vic

    Cultivate a Relationship with your Bioregion. Nourish your body with plants rich in Phytonutrients. Improve your digestion. Calm your nervous system. Reclaim Food & Medicine.

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  • Alchemy in the Garden

    HALF DAY WORKSHOP

    Macedon Ranges, Vic

    Distillation Demonstration and Apothecary Garden Tour

    A walk around the garden to learn the properties and growth habits of medcinal plants, as well as a Distillation Demonstration.

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  • The Herbal Apprentice INTRO

    INTRODUCTORY WORKSHOP

    CERES, Brunswick, Vic (Aus)

    If you are interested in Herbalism, and pondering participating in The Herbal Apprentice 8 Week Program, this introductory workshop is for you!

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Testimonials from past participants

  • I loved the mix of hands-on medicine making, lecture style and being out in the garden. I think my favourite part of the whole course was the space you created for like-minded women to come together and connect. It was really beautiful coming to class every week and having a space for people to share a lot of themselves in a safe community container. It was such an inclusive and safe space.

  • I went into this course really wanting to reconnect to intelligence of nature and learn skills on how to make medicines and heal myself. I left with sooo much more than that. It's really lit a spark within me and I feel like I'm just at the beginning of my herbal journey.

  • It was everything I hoped for! Great introduction to herbalism and the course gave me a good foundational knowledge to build on to explore the world of herbalism further in my own time.

    Taj makes the classes enjoyable and her passion makes you look forward to attending every week

  • Taj's style of teaching really made the course so enjoyable and palatable. Getting to be in a space of like minded individuals who are passionate about learning the same thing. Psychically making recipes with herbs that either we foraged for or that were provided. Being outside, seeing the plants and where they grow.

  • I loved the mix of hands-on medicine making, lecture style and being out in the garden. I think my favourite part of the whole course was the space you created for like-minded women to come together and connect. It was really beautiful coming to class every week and having a space for people to share a lot of themselves in a safe community container. It was such an inclusive and safe space.

  • I can't tell you how empowered I felt after the course. I've had so many experiences in the medical systems as many other have that left me feeling very disempowered and hopeless. This course open my eyes to the power of plants, the forgotten wisdom that I'm now so excited to remember, and our ability to heal ourselves.

  • I left feeling like where to next, what course next, how can I continue my studies. And in particular continue them in the way that you teach them in your deeply feminine approach, the incredibly safe space you hold, the fusion of science and spirituality. I LOVED this course so much.

Online Courses

  • Ritual Herbalism Online


    A Year of Seasonal Connection through Botanical Practices. Embed yourself into the fabric of ecology, create grounded rituals based on seasonal living and open yourself to animate awe.

    Early Bird On Sale Now

  • The Herbal Apprentice Online

    A course designed for plant lovers and student naturopaths or herbalists that yearn to deepen their practice with an interactive and connective learning experience. Explore key Herbal concepts in a visual way, and discover the art & science of medicine making.

    Join the Waitlist

  • Wildcrafting Course Online


    Learn how to safely identify common edible plants to create delicious dishes and nourishing remedies in this online version of our face to face wildcrafting course!

    Join the Waitlist

f you join any of our online courses, you will receive exercises and workbooks to get you out into the field! The garden, your bioregion, etc.

We encourage people to take our videos, pdfs, mp3's etc out into the world, and start exploring and observing. 

Our Online Courses are not just screen-based!

Screen time is so prevalent in our society, and it's increase comes with massive health implications.

We encourage you to move, to walk, to interact with your environment as much as possible. 

Not only do we provide hands-on, practical exercises, we also design the courses using Permaculture principles and systems thinking, to ensure they schedule flows well and makes sense, and that you will build upon the foundations of botanical education, step by step, cycle by cycle. 

We look forward to sharing our work with you! 

Patreon Exclusive

  • Alchemizing ADHD a Herbal Perspective


    A comprehensive short course to assist in the understanding and management of those who experience or want to support those with neurodivergence in a holistic way.

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  • Herbalism for the Darker Months

    Prepare the Body Mind for the Decent into winter with the support of Botanical Medicines and Traditional Practices.

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  • Herbalism with Integrity

    Who can become a herbalist? Do you need to be qualified? What is the difference between qualified or unqualified? What are the legalities? Can you make and sell herbal products? What are the correct dosages of herbs? How do you work within your scope of practice?

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  • Chemistry for Herbalists

    A series dedicated to making you a better herbalist through understanding herbs & solvents deeply.

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