Membership
Join or Renew Your AHG Membership
Join a vibrant community of herbalists and enthusiasts at every stage of their journey. Whether you’re a student, practitioner, educator, or supporter, we have a membership tier tailored just for you. Click below to join or renew your membership today, and feel free to reach out with any questions—we’re here to help!
Click here for discount opportunities for students and elders.
Elders who are 65+ are invited to join any individual level at a 50% discounted rate. Please contact us for the Elder discount code.
Students are invited to join as General members with a $10 discount. Make sure to select ‘Student” when you apply for General membership.
If you have a group of more than 5 students you could save up to 50% on student memberships in our Bulk Sudent Enrollment Program.
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General Membership
Access the AHG community and vast educational archives.
$70
Registered Herbalist
Showcase your experience and credentials as a clinical herbalist.
$150
* Only accepted applicants may join/renew as Registered Herbalist members. Here’s how to apply.
Associate Membership
For herbal professionals who want to connect and grow their network.
$100
* Associate membership is a subcategory of General Membership with expanded benefits. Learn more here.
📌 Please note: Your membership will automatically renew each year using the payment method you have on file, making it easy to enjoy continuous access to all your AHG benefits without interruption. We’ll send multiple reminders in advance of your renewal, giving you plenty of time to update your billing information or make any changes if needed—so you can relax and focus on enjoying your membership!
School & Institution Memberships
School Membership
For educators and herbal programs seeking to connect with prospective students and align with the AHG’s mission and values.
$175
* For qualifying herb schools only. To learn more about AHG School Membership click here.
Institution Membership
For businesses and organizations shaping and enriching the herbalist community.
$400
* Nonprofit Organizations are eligible for $150 discount!
FAQ’s
Membership Questions & Answers
Q. How do I become an Herbalist?
We recommend reading our Herbal Education FAQ page found here. We also have a directory of schools here where you can search for schools in your state, as well as online and onsite programs.
You may also want to check out the public webinar, “So You Want to Be an Herbalist“. There are multiple paths to becoming an herbalist, so I encourage you to take the time to explore your options, and to choose the path that resonates with you.
If you are interested in becoming a Registered Herbalist with AHG, please read these guidelines here. There is not an exam, but there is a fairly thorough application process which is fully online. We recommend checking out our instructional video on the process.
- Click here for Suggested Education Guidelines
- Click here for RH Membership Criteria
- Click here for more about Application Process
- Click here for Documenting Independent Study
For new Registered Herbalists or those that applied, check out the Registered Herbalist Style Guide linked at the bottom of this page!
Q. Where do I access member resources?
All of the member resources (and instructions) are available in the Member Resources space inside the AHG Online Community. This is also where you manage your subscription, access your online courses, and RSVP to our upcoming events.
Member resources include;
- Webinar and audio archive
- Member Community, Directory, Bulletin Board, Discussion, Events
- Discounts on 30+ AHG Webinar Intensive courses and archives
- Valuable discounts from 20+ participating herbal companies, schools, and organizations
- Access to over 330 AHG Symposium recordings on a wide range of topics
- Access to 35+ JAHG Digital Archives, 2 new issues /yearly, and discounted pricing on printed copies
- Member badges and other details for specific members (Associate, RH, Schools)
- And more!
Q. How do I access my purchased webinars and courses?
All purchased webinars can be found through the AHG Online Community, the same place where your AHG membership payments and account is managed.
You can browse and purchase additional courses and keep track of your progress as you complete them.
Q. Where do I manage my AHG account?
Your account subscription is managed through our AHG Online Community platform in the account area. Login to the platform and then click on your profile name or image to manage your billing preferences.
If you have trouble logging in you can reset your password, or contact our support team for assistance. We can also help update your billing preferences.
Q. How do I manage my directory listings?
The American Herbalists Guild Directory is part of this website, and requires email verification in order to make changes to your listings.
Visit the directory login and then follow the login prompts. The simplest option is to use the verification link. Enter the email you use in your AHG Member Account and then click the link which appears in your email inbox.
Then you can view any listings connected to your account, see their status, and make changes to any of the details that are publicly displayed.
If you have trouble managing your RH, Associate, School, Institution, or any other listing please contact our support team for assistance.
Q. Can I have both an Herbalist Listing and a School/Institution Listing in the directory?
Yes you can! The AHG Directory is a valuable platform to connect with people who are looking for what you offer. It’s common for instructors at schools or small business owners to also be herbalists who want to be featured in the directory.
Each membership type is a subscription product that you can start and stop at any time. Once your payment details are in our system you can easily add additional membership types, or purchase online courses.
Visit our membership page to choose additional membership types. Once you do, you’ll be given access to the instructions and ability to create new types of listings in the directory.