First Light College of New Zealand NATIVE FLOWER ESSENCE THERAPY

Discover the secrets of New Zealand Nature for holistic wellbeing

Online flower essence courses and practitioner training. Learn to work with native New Zealand flower essences to support emotional wellbeing, holistic healing and personal transformation for yourself, the people you love, or your clients. Study with Franchelle Ofsoské-Wyber, multi-award award-winning vibrational medicine specialist and learn a unique flower essence modality developed and taught in New Zealand since 1999.

Online, self-paced No prior experience needed Study for personal growth or professional development
First Light College of New Zealand Native Flower Essence Therapy

Delivered by the First Light® College of New Zealand Native Flower Essence Therapy

Flower Essences No’s 1-36 and the Personality
Franchelle Ofsoské-Wyber Taught by Franchelle Ofsoské-Wyber
The training

Empower yourself, assist others

Begin with one course and start helping family, friends and clients straight away, or follow the pathway to become a professionally qualified First Light® flower essence practitioner. Each course can be studied individually, and together the seven courses take you deeper into nature's mystery and the 120 native New Zealand flower essences.

7Online courses
15Study units
2Qualifications
120Native flower essences
Shamanic Essences No’s 97-120, Support for the Healer-Shaman
How it works

Start at the beginning, or follow your curiosity

No prerequisites or experience needed. Begin with a course that interests you or start with the Flowers of Transformation and follow the complete pathway through the seven families of essences.

1 Choose your course

Study for personal growth, professional development or both. Take the course on its own, or with the matching set of essences to experience and work with as you study.

2 Study online at your own pace

Your login arrives by email. Work through the teachings in your own time, from anywhere in the world. Each course includes sacred plant medicine teachings, detailed flower essence knowledge and practical ways to apply what you are learning.

3 Continue to qualifiication

Successfully complete the first five courses plus written work and case studies to gain the Certificate. Continue through all seven courses to complete the Diploma pathway.

The courses

Flower essences to support the whole person

Flower, fern, tree, seed and plant essences, plus the healers and shamanic essences. First Light® flower essence therapy works to support the whole person. Each family of essences is designed to support a different aspect of the holistic being: the personality, aura, chakras, DNA, soul and spirit.

Qualifications

From personal learning to professional practice

Successfully complete the courses, written work and case studies to gain a First Light® professional qualification.

Certificate
NZNFET 101-110 · 100 hours · 5 courses included

Certificate in New Zealand Native Flower Essence Therapy

The Professional Qualification. Five Courses, Essences No’s 1-84.

What you complete

  • Step 1: Complete the 5 essential courses
  • Step 2: Write and submit a Certificate thesis
  • Step 3: Complete and submit 5 case studies
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Diploma
NZNFET 101-115 · 150 hours · 7 courses included

Diploma in New Zealand Native Flower Essence Therapy

The Complete Training. Seven Courses, Essences No’s 1-120.

What you complete

  • Step 1: Obtain the Certificate in New Zealand Native Flower Essence Therapy (Cert.NZNFE)
  • Step 2: Complete the 2 advanced courses
  • Step 3: Write and submit a Diploma thesis
  • Step 4: Complete and submit 2 client case studies
from $3,335 View qualification
A message from

Franchelle Ofsoské-Wyber

AWARD-WINNING VIBRATIONAL MEDICINE SPECIALIST AND FOUNDER FIRST LIGHT® COLLEGE OF NEW ZEALAND NATIVE FLOWER ESSENCE THERAPY

We are living in profoundly challenging times, and humanity is being called to return to the teachings of Nature. You may be feeling the call to walk with Nature to restore your own holistic wellbeing, or to gain life-changing skills to assist your family, friends and clients in a meaningful and transformative way.

Whether you are seeking to empower yourself or help others, I am honoured to take you on a sacred journey where you will discover the remarkable holistic healing secrets that Nature herself revealed to me.

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Franchelle Ofsoské-Wyber
Love notes

From people who did the training

A life changer

This course is a life changer. The knowledge I have learned will help me on every level of my being and will ripple down to my children. What a gift.
Nicole Tilsey

I am now able to provide a more holistic approach to the client

I am now able to provide a more holistic approach to the client by raising awareness of the importance of dealing with emotional or unresolved situations from their conscious or subconscious past or past life that may be holding them back from their wellness goals.
Dr Kathleen SchubertDip.NZNFE, Naturopathic and Functional Medicine Practitioner

My life has been enriched immeasurably

I never cease to be in awe and passionate about the holistic healing capacity of First Light Flower Essences of New Zealand® flower essences. I find that the First Light Flower Essences of New Zealand® flower essences No’s 1-36 are amazing for my clients who want to understand themselves and to find holistically effective ways to go beyond limitations and restrictions.
Chris GriffithsRegistered Nurse

I feel empowered

Achieving my Diploma has given me the confidence to know that I can support others on their holistic healing journeys. I feel empowered to hold space for others as they embrace their own challenges, gifts and uniqueness, knowing that I am up to the task.
Anna MacleanMum, Holistic Practitioner

This is so very empowering and fills me with joy

Professionally, I have added another layer of knowledge and another tool to my medicine toolkit to assist my clients on a profoundly deeper level - a level where real change can take place and their lives, and the patterns that have kept them stuck, unwell and disempowered, can be transformed.
Brooke KerekereNaturopath and Herbalist

By working as a practitioner I funded my studies

By working as a First Light Flower Essences of New Zealand® practitioner and selling flower essence blends to clients I was able to continue to fund my studies to gain my Certificate and then my Diploma in New Zealand Native Flower Essence Therapy with First Light Flower Essences of New Zealand®
Maria GerathyTranspersonal Coach, Flower Essence Therapist
Questions

Before you enrol

Not sure which course suits you? We are happy to help.

Who is this training perfect for?

This training is for you if: You are interested in personal development and spiritual growth and you want to take an active role in your evolution. You feel deep affinity with nature and you want to learn her secrets that restore and maintain natural wellbeing to body, mind and soul. You are a healer or practitioner and you want to confidently guide others through life’s challenges. You want to help your children and loved ones. You want to start working with paid clients, but don’t know where to start. First Light® New Zealand Native Flower Essence Therapy courses offer a quick and cost effective starting place giving you the means to offer life-changing consultations for clients in person and online. Many students are mothers, naturopaths, herbalists, healers, life coaches, empaths, psychologists, mental health professionals, functional medicine doctors, counsellors, Reiki masters, yoga teachers, wellbeing consultants, school teachers, nutritionists, nurses, mums returning to work, entrepreneurs wanting to start a rewarding business, corporate workers ready to change career, and those who have the heart to help others and want to add flower essences as an additional modality to their existing toolkit and services. If you feel passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of others and you love the idea of working with the power of nature and cutting edge vibrational medicine system to help you do that, then this training is perfect for you.

Do I have to do all of the courses or can I do just one?

Each course is self contained and certified. You can complete as many or as few courses as you like and in any order. You can enrol at anytime into a course that best matches your interests, personal growth goals or professional development needs. You can enrol into a single course or choose the full Certificate or Diploma professional qualification pathway.

Is there a time limit as to how long I have to complete the courses if I want to do them all and become a practitioner?

There is no set time frame in which to complete all the courses to be eligible to become a practitioner. Please note that when you enrol into a specific course, you have access to that particular course material in the online school for a period of 6 months from the date of enrolment (12 months for the Certificate and Diploma Course Bundles).

How soon will I be able to start seeing clients and making a real difference?

You can begin applying what you learn straight away. Throughout your flower essence training, you will have opportunities to create personalised flower essence blends for yourself and others, complete practical exercises, and learn how to conduct a flower essence consultation. You can begin using your skills to support yourself, family, friends Many of our students have gone on to become professional flower essence practitioners, even those who have no previous experience working with clients. Like many students, you too can begin to be paid for doing the work you love, soon after enrolling into the training.

Can I use flower essences alongside other modalities, such as herbs, homeopathy, energy healing and allopathic medicines?

Yes, First Light Flower Essences of New Zealand® can be used alongside a wide range of holistic health, wellbeing and personal development approaches including homeopathy, herbal medicine, energy healing, hypnotherapy, allopathic medicine, massage therapy, life coaching and other healing or personal development modalities. First Light Flower Essences of New Zealand® are pure plant energies held in water. They work vibrationally to support emotional wellbeing, inner balance, self-awareness and personal growth. For practitioners, they can be a valuable addition to an existing practice, offering another way to support clients emotionally, mentally, energetically and spiritually alongside the work you already do. Flower essences are not a substitute for medical diagnosis or treatment. If you have a health condition, take prescription medication, or are unsure whether a product is suitable for you, seek advice from an appropriately qualified healthcare professional.

I do not want to become a qualified practitioner but I want to learn about First Light Flower Essences of New Zealand®. Can I do the courses?

Yes. You can choose to do any or all of the courses in ay order that suits your interest or your goals. The courses are designed for people with either a personal or professional interest in First Light Flower Essences of New Zealand®, flower essence therapy, vibrational medicine and holistic healing and working in co-operation with nature. You may choose to study for your own healing and personal growth or to develop practical knowledge and skills that you can use to help your family, friends and clients.

How do I get my details listed as a practitioner on the First Light Flower Essences of New Zealand® Website?

Your details can be listed when you have a certificate of completion for any course through First Light® College of New Zealand Native Flower Essence Therapy and also when you obtain your Certificate (Cert.NZNFE) or Diploma (Dep.NZNFE) in New Zealand Native Flower Essence Therapy. Email hello@firstlightfloweressences.co.nz

Are the Certificate of New Zealand Native Flower Essence Therapy (CERT.NZNFE) and the Diploma of New Zealand Native Flower Essence Therapy (DIP.NZNFE) widely respected and accepted?

Yes. The Certificate (Cert.NZNFE) and Diploma (Dip.NZNFE) courses offer the highest standards of excellence and professional training. Certificate (Cert.NZNFE) students are required to complete 100 hours of study and exercises and Diploma (Dip.NZNFE) students require to complete 150 hours of study and exercises which can be done at their own pace. First Light Flower Essences of New Zealand® provides access what we understand to be the most comprehensive flower essence, vibrational medicine and holistic healing training provided through the First Light® College of New Zealand Native Flower Essence Therapy. The college was founded by Franchelle Ofsoské-Wyber, award winning vibrational medicine specialist and founder and creator of First Light Flower Essences of New Zealand®

What is the criteria for achieving Certificate in New Zealand Native Flower Essence Therapy?

Achieving your Certificate in New Zealand Native Flower Essence Therapy (Cert.NZNFE) is a three-step process that is comprised of: STEP 1: Successfully complete five courses NZNFET 101-102 Flower Essences No's 1-36 and the Personality – Flowers of Transformation NZNFET 103-104 Fern Essences No's 37-43 and the Aura - Online Course NZNFET 105-106 Tree Essences No's 44-50 and the Chakras NZNFET 107-108 Seed Essences No's 51-62 and DNA - New Beginnings NZNFET 109-110 Plant Essences No's 63-84 and the Soul - Life Enhancement STEP 2: Write and submit a Certificate thesis The purpose of the Certificate thesis: For students to demonstrate they have a sound understanding of the advanced principles of vibrational healing and energy medicine as they apply to flower essences generally and First Light Flower Essences of New Zealand® No’s 1-84 specifically. For students to demonstrate a good understanding as to why First Light Flower Essences of New Zealand® play a pivotal role in the development of advanced flower essence therapy and vibrational healing medicine as we move further into the 21st century. STEP 3: Complete and submit five case studies The purpose of the Certificate case studies shows: The student can demonstrate the ability to take a professional case study. The student clearly understands the effects of individual essences selected from different essence families and demonstrates relevant application to their nominated client case study. The student demonstrates their reasoning for essence selections. For currently enrolled students, additional information is included in the PDF file ‘Cert.NZNFE Criteria’ located in the First Light® College of New Zealand Native Flower Essence Therapy Library.

What is the criteria for achieving Diploma in New Zealand Native Flower Essence Therapy?

Achieving your Diploma in New Zealand Native Flower Essence Therapy (Dip.NZNFE) is a four-step process that is comprised of: STEP 1: Obtain the Certificate in New Zealand Native Flower Essence Therapy (Cert.NZNFE) Complete five courses listed below, submit five case studies and thesis. NZNFET 101-102 Flower Essences No's 1-36 and the Personality – Flowers of Transformation NZNFET 103-104 Fern Essences No's 37-43 and the Aura - Online Course NZNFET 105-106 Tree Essences No's 44-50 and the Chakras NZNFET 107-108 Seed Essences No's 51-62 and DNA - New Beginnings NZNFET 109-110 Plant Essences No's 63-84 and the Soul - Life Enhancement STEP 2: Successfully complete additional two courses: NZNFET 111-112 Healers Essences No's 85-96 Support For The Healer - Online Course and NZNFET 113-114-115 Shamanic Essences No's 85-120 - Support for the Healer Shaman - Online Course. STEP 3: Write and submit a Diploma thesis The purpose of the Diploma thesis: For students to demonstrate they have a sound understanding of the advanced principles of vibrational healing and energy medicine as they apply to First Light Flower Essences of New Zealand® generally and to the First Light Flower Essences of New Zealand® healers and shamanic teacher plant essences No’s 85-120 specifically. For students to demonstrate a good understanding as to why First Light Flower Essences of New Zealand® play a pivotal role in the development of advanced flower essence therapy and vibrational holistic healing medicine as we move further into the 21st century. For students to demonstrate a good understanding as to how First Light Flower Essences of New Zealand® healers and shamanic essences are worked with for a holistic healing outcome for themselves and others. STEP 4: Complete and submit 2 client case studies. The purpose of the Diploma case studies shows: The student can demonstrate the ability to take a professional case study. The student clearly understands the effects of individual essences selected from different essence families and demonstrates relevant application to their nominated client case study. The student demonstrates their reasoning for essence selections. For currently enrolled students, additional information is included in the PDF file ‘Dip.NZNFE Criteria’ located in the First Light© College of New Zealand Native Flower Essence Therapy Online Library.

Why should I choose to train with First Light® College of New Zealand Native Flower Essence Therapy and work with First Light Flower Essences of New Zealand®

First Light® College offers in-depth training in New Zealand native flower essence therapy for people seeking personal healing and growth, as well as holistic health practitioners and those who feel called to support others. The training is based on more than 30 years of research and development by Franchelle Ofsoské-Wyber, the founding director and creator of First Light Flower Essences of New Zealand® and First Light® College of New Zealand Native Flower Essence Therapy. What makes First Light® College distinctive is the opportunity to learn a holistic approach that works with different aspects of the human being, including the personality, aura, chakras, DNA and soul. You can develop a deeper understanding of how to work in co-operation with the power, intelligence and wisdom of nature when you work with First Light Flower Essences of New Zealand®. Students can begin with individual courses for personal learning and self development, or can begin to see clients straight away. They can progress through the professional Certificate and Diploma pathways to attain more knowledge and practical skills to support others with flower essences professionally. Franchelle received the New Zealand Health and Industry Distinguished Service Research and Development Award in 2008 for ‘pioneering, developing and establishing of New Zealand native flower essences for holistic healing’. She also received an award for Excellence in Holistic Natural Health Products in the New Zealand Business Awards 2017. The New Zealand Business Awards have been designed to celebrate innovative thinkers and cast a light on the dedication shown and achievements made by businesses. First Light Flower Essences of New Zealand® are sacred plant medicine and are crafted with native New Zealand plant and flower essences that are made following ancient sacred protocols and processes. They are made in full co-operation with nature. The Age of Cherishing Waters The essential vibrational keynote of the 21st century or Aquarian Age is one of co-operation. This age is one of total co-operation with nature. The New Zealand native flora is among some of the most ancient in the world and possesses unique qualities. New Zealand is the only country in the world with a natural ecosystem that replicates the message of the emerging age – a totally integrated, benign cooperative endeavour that is non-competitive. First Light Flower Essences of New Zealand® have encoded into them these higher energetic frequencies of co-operation and non-competitiveness and meet the requirements for holistic healing in the 21st century.

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