Clinical Training for Student Practitioners
Supervised Clinic Practicum - In Person
Week long intensive, 40 hours
June 21-26, 2026, Bloom Institute Halifax
The Bloom student training clinic provides students with practical skills needed to operate a herbal practice and qualify for professional designation:
- meeting with clients and taking case histories
- dispensing herbal remedies
- other dispensary/practice procedures
- basic physical examinations
Guidance and supervision is provided by Savayda Jarone, RHT, who has been offering clinic practicum in person at Bloom since 2018. You will benefit from her professional experience and wisdom gained from over 25 years of clinical practice. We will be joined by guest herbalist Daniel Wiseman, Lumina Institute.
This opportunity is designed for those studying to become a registered herbal practitioner. Students must be enrolled in a clinical herbal program, in person or online.
Fee: $599 + HST
Please write to Savayda to request the detailed schedule and other information: info@bloominstitute.ca
Schedule:
Sunday: Welcome, orientation, 4-6 pm, (optional group dinner out)
Monday - Friday: 9am - 6pm daily
Total 40 hours
Accommodation:
Dorm rooms are available at St. Mary's University, 5 minute walk from the clinic. Single and double rooms $59 per night.
There are lots of Air B&B and hotel options in the area.
Time spent at the Bloom supervised student clinic, under the guidance of medical herbalist Savayda Jarone, was foundational to my development as a clinical herbalist. My experience there was profound and deeply valuable.
The clinic environment was collaborative and respectful -- a place where learning felt alive, meaningful, and grounded in real-world care.
Savayda provided steady, thorough supervision, guiding case analysis, protocol development, and formulation with patience, clarity, and ethical discernment.
While being held to a high clinical standard, Savayda met me exactly where I was in my training. She created a space where I felt supported, trusted, and genuinely valued as a developing practitioner.
Through her supervision, I gained the confidence, skill, and sound clinical judgment that led me to become the practitioner I am today. She remains one of my greatest teachers.
I highly recommend Bloom's supervised student clinic to anyone seeking meaningful, high-quality practicum hours.
Carissa Cromwell, RH
Secret Forest Apothecary
Extend your stay and join Savayda in her home garden and retreat centre at Herbal Immersion Retreat, a weekend full of hands-on experience.
June 26-28, 2026
I have been learning in Savayda's monthly student clinic since January '25 and have learned a lot, specifically about how a professional herbalist clinic operates. Savayda is very organised and methodical about managing appointments, stocking her apothecary and the process of consultation and dispensing of herbal medicines. I aspire to be as professional in demeanour, as thorough in consultation and as familiar with the herbs and body systems. I feel grateful to be learning with a herbalist who is kind and respectful towards the clients and the other student herbalists. She helps us to find our own way by gently giving us enough room to "bloom" while also not compromising on her standards of practice. This is a brilliant balance and a deeply rewarding experience.
Bonnie-Jean Stacey
More Clinical Training Opportunities
Clinical hours are available from September to July each year (except December), up to 170 hours per year. Student clinic is offered in three day sessions, Wednesday to Friday, once a month.
