Program Overview

Phytotherapie und Herbal Medicine: Schwerpunkt tumorkranke Menschen

Overview

The University of Hamburg offers a certificate program in Phytotherapy and Herbal Medicine with a focus on supportive care for cancer patients. This program is designed for healthcare professionals, including oncologists, general practitioners, and pharmacists, who want to expand their knowledge of phytotherapy and herbal medicine.

Program Details

• The program consists of 7 modules, each lasting 2 days (Friday and Saturday), and a final module for presenting project work.
• The program starts on January 30, 2026, and ends on October 24, 2026.
• The total duration of the program is approximately 6 months, with a total of 360 hours of study, including self-study and project work.
• The program is held at the University of Hamburg's Center for Continuing Education.

Modules

1. Supportive Phytotherapy in Cancer Patients: This module covers the basics of phytotherapy and herbal medicine in the context of cancer care.
2. Herbal Medicine and Applications for the Gastrointestinal Tract: This module focuses on herbal medicine and its applications for gastrointestinal health.
3. Herbal Medicine for Body and Soul: This module explores the use of herbal medicine for mental and emotional well-being.
4. Herbal Medicine for Circulation, Skin, and Mucous Membranes: This module covers the use of herbal medicine for cardiovascular health and skin conditions.
5. Herbal Medicine in Gender-Specific Tumors and in Children: This module discusses the use of herbal medicine in the context of gender-specific cancers and pediatric oncology.
6. Herbal Medicine for Pain and Inflammation: This module focuses on the use of herbal medicine for pain management and inflammation.
7. Final Module: This module is dedicated to the presentation of project work and peer feedback.

Admission Requirements

• A completed degree in a relevant field (e.g., medicine, pharmacy, nursing).
• At least one year of professional experience.
• Proof of language proficiency in German (if the program is taught in German).

Tuition Fees

The tuition fee for the program is 3,650 Euros (as of May 2025), which can be paid in installments.

Certificate

Upon successful completion of the program, participants receive a University Certificate in Phytotherapy and Herbal Medicine with a focus on supportive care for cancer patients, worth 12 ECTS points.

Target Audience

• Oncologists and general practitioners
• Pharmacists
• Nurses and healthcare professionals with an interest in phytotherapy and herbal medicine
• Other healthcare professionals who want to expand their knowledge of phytotherapy and herbal medicine

Teaching Team

The program is taught by a team of experienced professors and lecturers from the University of Hamburg and other institutions, with expertise in phytotherapy, herbal medicine, and oncology.

Location

The program is held at the University of Hamburg's Center for Continuing Education, located in the heart of Hamburg.

Additional Information

• The program is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of phytotherapy and herbal medicine in the context of cancer care.
• The program includes a mix of theoretical and practical modules, with a focus on case studies and project work.
• Participants will have the opportunity to network with other healthcare professionals and experts in the field of phytotherapy and herbal medicine.