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. 

Get to know me better here

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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  • Herbal Apprentice Intro

    1 DAY WORKSHOP

    CERES, Brunswick, Vic

    Whether you are already studying Naturopathy or Herbalism, or are a beginner that wants to know how to support yourself and your friends and family –

    this one day workshop will help answer some of your questions and give you a hands on approach to the art of Herbal Medicine

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  • Tincture Intensive

    In Depth Dispensary Skills

    (for herbalists, clinicians & health practitioners)

    Explore tincturing as both
    science and relationship.

    Covering extraction methods, constituent chemistry, calculations, and quality control, alongside ethical sourcing, ecological responsibility, and cultural respect.

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  • Build your own Herbarium

    2 DAY WORKSHOP

    Macedon Ranges, Vic

    A workshop of Pressed Plants & Paper Magic. Bind your own book & record nature’s wonders.

    Learning Longstitch bookbinding to create your own Herbarium - a tome dedicated to plants.

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  • The Herbal Apprentice - ADVANCED

    3 Day Intensive

    CERES, Brunswick, Vic

    Deepen your knowledge of herbal therapeutics and diagnostic tools.
    This is for those who have completed the Herbal Apprentice, or students of Herbal Medicine or Naturopathy that would like to learn in an interactive, hands-on and creative environment.

    Learn to assess peoples constitutions, understand herbal safety and dosages, explore how to formulate with herbs and broaden your medicine making skills.

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  • Wild Plant Walk

    November 7th 2026, 12pm-2pm

    Coburg, VIC

    Learn nutrition, plant properties and medicinal virtues of common wild plants that are growing at your feet.

    Identification techniques, recipes, and tips for getting these nutrient dense plants into your daily life.

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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.

Looking for our

Online Workshops + Courses?

We have a variety of herbalism courses & workshops that are self-paced and online, with access to herbal resources and a community network to ask questions and share experiences.

ONLINE TRAINING

The Botanical Archives

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    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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    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

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

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