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TH-410 — Traditional Healer Orientation
Cultural rights, safety & hygiene, respectful use, and constructive engagement with CLA — tailored for recognised traditional healers and herbalists.
At-a-Glance
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Module Code | TH-410 |
| Title | Traditional Healer Orientation |
| Duration & Delivery |
10 hours total • 8h online (asynchronous + storytelling modules) • 2h live community session (virtual or in-person, facilitated by CLA Cultural & Sacramental Division) |
| Target Audience | Recognised traditional healers, herbalists, and cultural practitioners applying for CLA registration. |
| Prerequisites | None. Familiarity with community healing practices recommended. |
| Certificate Awarded |
Certificate — Cultural & Safety Orientation for Traditional Healers Validity: 3 years (renewal via refresher session + updated CLA guidelines) |
| Accreditation | CLA – Cultural & Sacramental Division |
| Individual Fee |
XCD $1,120 per participant Community/association rates available. Includes LMS access, live session facilitation, and certificate issuance. A portion of fees supports the NCRC / CLA cultural engagement fund. |
Learning Outcomes
- Integrate traditional healing practices with CLA safety and compliance requirements.
- Apply minimum hygiene, storage, and handling standards to protect patients and communities.
- Understand cultural rights within the Integrated Cannabis Act and related obligations.
- Recommend and use cannabis safely within traditional practice, respecting medical boundaries.
- Engage constructively with CLA, health professionals, and community leaders.
Curriculum Breakdown (10 Hours)
- Module 1 (2h): Cannabis in Tradition & Law
Historical & cultural uses in Dominica/Caribbean • Sacramental & cultural rights in the Integrated Cannabis Act • Scope & limits of Traditional Healer Registration - Module 2 (2h): Safety & Hygiene in Traditional Practice
Minimum hygiene standards (storage, preparation, tools, environment) • Safe handling of raw cannabis & preparations • Preventing contamination & protecting community health - Module 3 (2h): Responsible Use & Community Guidance
Advising responsibly (dosage, preparation methods) • Red flags & referral to medical practitioners • Age restrictions & safeguarding vulnerable groups - Module 4 (2h): Interaction with CLA & Record-Keeping
Orientation on CLA rules, reporting duties, recognition process • Simple community logs (non-intrusive, culturally sensitive) • Compliance audits — what to expect - Module 5 (2h): Community Session / Dialogue
Sharing practices & cultural knowledge • Group problem-solving on challenges • Signing of an Engagement of Practice Declaration
Teaching Methods
- Storytelling-based video modules grounded in local culture.
- Illustrated hygiene & safety demonstrations.
- Community dialogue session moderated by CLA Cultural & Sacramental Division.
- Templates for simple, culturally sensitive record-keeping.
Assessment
- Short Quiz (basic comprehension) — 30%
- Signed Engagement of Practice Declaration — 40%
- Participation in community session — 30%
Resources & Materials
CLA “Traditional Healer Handbook” (illustrated) • Hygiene & safety checklist • Engagement of Practice Declaration
License Alignment
Mandatory for: Traditional Healer Registration applicants.
Recommended for: Community leaders, cultural practitioners collaborating with licensed operators.
Recognized by Industry & Government
CaribCanna – The Caribbean Academy of Cannabis Sciences – is the recognized training provider accredited to deliver the mandatory Licensing Programs in Dominica.
