June 1, 2026 8:30 AM - June 12, 2026 5:00 PM

This course is designed for all community members interested in the Hispanic traditional medicine of Mexico, the American southwest and other countries.

Upon request 4.5 CEUs (Continuing Education Units) will be awarded as well as a certificate of completion upon successful completion and participation in the course.

The presenters and topics of course are subject to change.

Housing, food and transportation are not included for in-person sessions.

This class explores the history of Curanderismo, the usage of medicinal herbs, remedies, rituals, and instruments of healing used in traditional medicine. The class hosts speakers from throughout the country and other parts of the world including internationally known curanderos and herbalists specialized in this type of medicine which give lectures, carry out exercises for community members to learn and practice traditional healing rituals and conduct afternoon workshops (optional).

Students will explore an integrative approach to traditional medicine and will have the opportunity to examine demonstrations that incorporate Curanderismo with various traditional and holistic health techniques.

Guest speakers will include researchers in the field and healers from the US and Mexico.

Registration link: https://continuinged.unm.edu/search/publicCourseSearchDetails.do;jsessionid=624D6DFF6F341256873CC1808BE67383?method=load&courseId=3683072