4351 - Curanderismo: Traditional Medicine without Borders
Course Overview
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.
What You'll Learn
- Explain the concept of traditional Mexican folk healing in Mexico, the American southwest and other countries
- Compare different classic methods of traditional medicine with communities of different backgrounds
- Examine fundamental elements involved in the temazcal ceremonies from Mexico and New Mexico
- Discuss the meaning and demonstrate spiritual/energetic rituals in Curanderismo
- Address the inclusion and diversity of traditional healing from different cultures and age groups
- Outline the effects of celebrating Day of the Dead to commemorate the soul of the deceased and how grief can be addressed through this ritual
Who Should Attend
This course is designed for all community members interested in the Hispanic traditional medicine of Mexico, the American southwest and other countries.Additional Information
Upon request 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. Please see more information on housing and parking at https://curanderismo.unm.edu/2026-summer-program/lodging-and-transportation.html
For more information/ questions: curanderismo@unm.edu
Prerequisites
PLEASE NOTE
Mask wearing is optional in this class.
UNM Tuition Remission
UNM Staff, Faculty, and Retirees: This course is Tuition Remission eligible under Professional Development. For more information, visit the UNM Tuition Remission information page. To see UNM HR's Tuition Remission for eligibility and tax liabilities, click here
JTA Funding Opportunity
Full funding for this program is available through Job Training Albuquerque. Eligibility requirements include: Must be an employee of a business with less than 500 employees, headquartered within the Albuquerque city limits. To learn more about JTA funding, click here.
