Forest Therapy
Masterclass for General Practice
Begin your training pathway with INFTA’s innovative Forest Therapy Foundation.
Masterclass for General Practice
Suitable for professionals who:
- want to learn about the key evidence and research behind Forest Therapy as a Public health practice
- wish to expand their knowledge and services in complementary, integrative or lifestyle medicine
- intend prescribing Forest Therapy as a “green prescription” to patients and clients in General Practice and Primary Care
CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Research-oriented workshop which provides the theoretical foundations, evidence base and applicability of Forest Therapy in Public health.
Duration: 90 min
Dates: 17 & 23 February 2027; 4 March 2027
Time: 19:00-20.30 hrs AEDT
Location: Online (via Zoom®)
Prerequisites: None
Max. N participants: 12
Note: Successful completion of the Forest Therapy Masterclass for General Practice does not qualify participants to conduct Forest Therapy sessions professionally. A formal INFTA‑Certified Forest Therapy Guide qualification is required for professional practice.
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About the Course
Comprehensive insight
This comprehensive online course will give you an excellent insight into the science, health benefits and preventive and therapeutic applicability of Forest Therapy.
Internationally validated
Based on the International Core Curriculum of Forest Therapy (evaluated and validated by 120+ experts from 20 countries) and backed by the latest research (see, for example, the International Handbook of Forest Therapy endorsed and supported by INFTA) you cannot find a more updated, trusted and comprehensive entry to learn about Forest Therapy in General Practice.
Research plus applicability
While there is a lot to learn, our curriculum and course designers have paid special emphasis to make this course not merely fact-oriented but also enjoyable.
The presentation and discussion will focus not just on the research aspects of Forest Therapy as an evidence-based Public health practice but will also emphasize the practical applicability of “green prescriptions” in General Practice and Primary Care.
Before you apply
Please read our terms & conditions, disclaimer and privacy policy before you apply.
Please note, that the INFTA Forest Therapy Masterclass for General Practice does not qualify you to be an INFTA-Certified Forest Therapy Guide.
Register, Pay & Start
You can register your participation in the INFTA Forest Therapy Masterclass for General Practice right now to secure one of the limited training slots. Just complete the application/order form below.
Concessions are available for participants of the LM26 conference hosted by the Australasian Society of Lifestyle Medicine (ASLM), 13-15 November 2026, in Hobart/Tasmania. Please complete the application form below to register.
The INFTA Forest Therapy Masterclass for General Practice comprises the following training modules:
- Science & Research: Bio- and neurophysiological impacts of Forest Therapy
- The 15-Minute Consultation: Incorporating Forest Therapy into existing GP management plans (GPMPs) and mental health care plans
- Case Studies: Chronic disease, mental health, and preventative care
The INFTA Forest Therapy Masterclass for General Practice comprises the following learning outcomes:
- Understand the theoretical foundations, evidence base and applicability of Forest Therapy in Public health.
- Gain practical insights into Forest Therapy and its relevance to General Practice and Primary Care.
- Become familiar with relevant research and its implications for the health practice.
- Recognise potential applications of nature-based approaches in preventive and community health.
- Get downloadable, print-ready Nature Prescription Templates for your clinic.
- Access to the referral directory of INFTA-Certified Forest Therapy Guides in Australia.
- Comprehensive list of downloadable research articles (in pdf-format)
The fees for the INFTA Forest Therapy Masterclass for General Practice vary by registration tier:
- AUD 130.- General Practitioners
- AUD 85.- Primary Care Nurses / Allied Health Practitioners
- AUD 45.- Registrars / Medical Students
Concessions are available for participants of the LM26 Conference at Hobart, 13-15 November 2026, hosted by the Australasian Society of Lifestyle Medicine (ASLM):
- AUD 85.- General Practitioners
- AUD 55.- Primary Care Nurses / Allied Health Practitioners
- AUD 29.- Registrars / Medical Students
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