The Center for Eastern Sciences and Wellness is a premier institution dedicated to promoting holistic health, ancient wisdom, and modern applications of Ayurveda, Yoga, Meditation, and Wellness.
The Certificate in Medicinal Plants Cultivation is designed to provide learners with practical skills and knowledge in the cultivation, management, and sustainable use of medicinal plants. With the global demand for herbal medicine and natural wellness products rapidly increasing, this program prepares individuals to engage in a growing industry while preserving traditional knowledge and biodiversity.
The course introduces students to the fundamentals of medicinal botany, soil and climate requirements, propagation techniques, organic farming practices, and pest and disease management specific to medicinal plants. Emphasis is placed on sustainable cultivation methods that protect the environment while ensuring high-quality raw material production. Learners will also gain insight into harvesting, post-harvest handling, and basic processing of medicinal plants to maintain their therapeutic value.
Practical training forms a central part of the program, with students engaging in nursery management, field cultivation, and hands-on identification of key medicinal species. The course also highlights the cultural significance of medicinal plants in indigenous systems of medicine and their role in modern herbal industries.
Graduates of this certificate program will be prepared to start their own cultivation projects, contribute to community herbal gardens, supply raw materials to Ayurveda and wellness industries, or pursue further studies in herbal medicine and agricultural sciences.
This certificate is ideal for farmers, entrepreneurs, wellness practitioners, and anyone interested in sustainable agriculture and natural healthcare. By linking tradition with modern practice, the program empowers learners to contribute to health, wellness, and environmental conservation.
Duration: 03 Months
Medium of Instruction: Sinhala / English
Study mode: Online and On-site
Delivery: Weekdays / Weekends
Begin your transformative journey with a Certificate in Medicinal Plants Cultivation. Apply now to build a strong foundation in the language.
The course fee is presently Rs. 42,000. This all-inclusive fee is charged to cover lectures, tutorials, and examinations, as well as access to computer laboratory facilities and the library.
The fees should be credited to, Account No 0207 1000 0760 of the Sampath Bank in favour of Nāgānanda International Institute for Buddhist Studies, at the Sampath Bank Makola Branch or any branch of Sampath Bank. Normally, fees paid will not be refunded. However, requests for refund of fees may be considered if made before the expiry of one week from the date of commencement of lectures for each semester. Your attention to these details will help facilitate seamless financial transactions. If you have any questions or require further assistance regarding these bank details, please do not hesitate to contact our dedicated team for guidance and support.
