A unique opportunity to keep up to date with scientific advances in Applied Phytotherapy through quality teaching and an innovative pedagogical methodology" 

Thanks to scientific studies, Phytotherapy has established itself as a science of inestimable value for the health of people seeking effective treatments away from the more aggressive side effects of traditional drugs. A method that has also demonstrated its effectiveness in mild or moderate depression, occasional insomnia, constipation or respiratory disorders. 

Likewise, the technological advances of the last years have allowed to perfect even more the treatments in Phytotherapy and its action in the organism. These advances pose a major challenge for researchers and at the same time have boosted this specialty with their successes. In this scenario, the pharmaceutical professional must be continuously updating their knowledge given, in addition to the large amount of information. This is why TECH has designed this professional master’s degree that provides the most recent scientific evidence in the field of Phytotherapy by the hand of a specialized teaching team. 

All of this will be possible thanks to the multimedia teaching resources developed so that the professional can delve in a much more attractive way in the application of phytotherapy in cardiovascular and gynecological conditions or the new active ingredients discovered. In addition, students will have access to case studies that will bring them closer to situations that can be integrated into their daily practice.  

Thus, pharmacists have an excellent opportunity to update their knowledge through a quality, flexible and convenient university education. All you need is an electronic device with an internet connection to access the syllabus hosted on the virtual platform. In addition, you have the option of distributing your course load according to your needs, allowing you to combine a university program with the most demanding responsibilities.  

TECH offers you a flexible academic option, compatible with your professional responsibilities as a pharmacist"

This professional master’s degree in Advances in Applied Phytotherapy contains the most complete and up-to-date educational program on the market. Its most notable features are:  

• Practical case studies are presented by experts in Applied Phytotherapy
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning
• Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies  
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments 
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection 

The Relearning system of this program will allow you to update your knowledge of phytotherapy applied to parasitic diseases in a much more natural way" 

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the sector who contribute their work experience to this program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.  

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive knowledge programmed to learn in real situations.  

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise throughout the program. For this purpose, the student will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.   

Thanks to this program, you will be up to date with the latest developments in the active principles of plants, pharmaceutical forms and galenic preparations"

Easily delve into the uses and limitations of aromatherapy with this university program"

The main objective of this 100% online program is to update knowledge through a theoretical-practical approach in the field of Applied Phytotherapy. For this, TECH provides students with the most innovative teaching tools that will lead them to be aware of advances in medicinal plants and the use of phytotherapeutic products in different pathologies.  

This professional master’s degree is designed for you to acquire up-to-date knowledge in Applied Phytotherapy using the latest educational technology" 

General Objectives

• Define the therapeutic limits of Phytotherapy and identify the cases in which it can be used safely 
• Describe the use of Phytotherapy oriented to the satisfaction of the needs derived from the patient's health problems and the prevention of complications, guaranteeing a safe and quality practice 
• Solve cases related to the field of phytotherapy 
• Explain the use and indication of medical devices, food supplements and/or drugs, assessing the expected benefits and associated risks  
• Apply theoretical knowledge in daily practice 

Specific Objectives 

Module 1. Phytotherapy and Herbal Medicines 

• Define what a drug is and distinguish it from an active ingredient 
• Explain the protocols for drug recognition 
• Define the main chemical groups of active ingredients, which are responsible for the activity 
• of drugs and by extension of plants 
• Explain techniques for the cultivation, collection, processing and conservation of medicinal plants 
• Identify botanical nomenclature and species citation 
• Classify plant groups according to current regulations 
• Define the medicinal utility of mushrooms 
• Explain the legislation and regulation in relation to phytotherapy 

Module 2. Active Ingredients of the Plants, Pharmaceutical Forms and Galenic Preparations

• Explain the application of the magistral formulation in phytotherapy
• Explain the industrial processing of herbal medicines 
• Define the main groups and properties with relation to the active ingredients
• Define the therapeutic application of phenols, flavonoids, tannins, isoprenoids, resins, alkaloids and other products

Module 3. Toxicity of Medicinal Plants and Risk Groups in Phytotherapy 

• Explain the toxicity of medicinal plants so that treatments are safe 
• Identify the therapeutic limits of phytotherapy in special groups of patients 
• Describe the pharmaceutical forms used in phytotherapy 
• Elaborate and select the most appropriate form according to the condition and treatment 

Module 4. Phytotherapy for Nervous System Disorders

• Phytotherapy in the Treatment of Anxiety and Sleep Disorders 
• Phytotherapy in the Treatment of Stress and Asthenia 
• Phytotherapy for the Treatment of Depression 
• Phytotherapy in the Treatment of Headaches 
• Phytotherapy in Patients with Cognitive Disorders 

Module 5. Phytotherapy for Endocrine, Metabolic and Digestive System Disorders 

• Define the usefulness of phytotherapy in the treatment of gastritis and ulcers 
• Define the usefulness of phytotherapy in the treatment of obesity and overweight
• Define the usefulness of phytotherapy in the treatment of diabetes
• Define the usefulness of phytotherapy in patients with inflammatory bowel disease
• Explain the phytotherapy treatments and the therapeutic limits in the most frequent digestive tract disorders
• Describe phytotherapy treatments and therapeutic limits in endocrine and metabolic disorders 

Module 6. Phytotherapy for Disorders of the Locomotor System

• Define the usefulness of phytotherapy in the treatment of arthritis 
• Define the usefulness of phytotherapy in the treatment of arthrosis 
• Define the usefulness of phytotherapy in the treatment of joint pain 
• Identify muscle that act as relaxant medicinal plants for the treatment of muscle contractions 
• Define the usefulness of phytotherapy in the treatment of arthrosis 
• Identify and classify remineralizing medicinal plants 
• Explain the phytotherapy treatments and therapeutic limits in locomotor system disorders 

Module 7. Phytotherapy for Cardiovascular and Respiratory Diseases

• Define the usefulness of phytotherapy in the treatment of heart failure 
• Define the usefulness of phytotherapy in the treatment of arterial hypertension 
• Define the usefulness of phytotherapy in the treatment of venous insufficiency 
• Define the usefulness of phytotherapy in the treatment of coughs 
• Describe phytotherapy treatments and therapeutic limits in cardiovascular conditions 
• Describe the phytotherapy treatments and therapeutic limits in respiratory system disorders 
• Define the usefulness of phytotherapy in the treatment of allergic respiratory processes 

Module 8. Phytotherapy for Gynecological and Urinary System Affections

• Describe phytotherapy treatments and therapeutic limits in urinary system disorders, especially in BPH 
• Know the phytotherapy treatments and therapeutic limits in gynecological conditions such as menopause 

Module 9. Dermatological Phytotherapy

• Describe phytotherapy treatments and therapeutic limits in skin conditions 
• Describe the phytotherapy treatments and therapeutic limits in scalp disorders 
• Explain the relationship between cosmetics and phytotherapy, and their application 

Module 10. Other Applications of Phytotherapy: Immunomodulatory Phytotherapy, Phytotherapy for Pathologies of the Sensory Organs, Phytotherapy for Parasitic Diseases and Aromatherapy

• Define the therapeutic limits of aromatherapy, its application and associated risks 
• Explain the activity of medicinal plants on the immune system and their possible application in certain pathologies related to the immune system 
• Define the application of phytotherapy in pathologies of the sense organs 

You will obtain abundant scientific evidence on the efficacy of Phytotherapy, as well as on the safety and interactions of medicinal plants"