I can only 'attempt' to talk about Amazonian Curandismo, and traditionally things were passed down in families, or those who were 'chosen' by the plant spirits, became Curandero's.

Today, that is probably much less the case, although that itself can be argued. What however cannot be argued is that Ayahuasca tourism is a potential big bucks business model for those that are sucessful at running healing centres!

You might have an interest in such a world, and train under a respected Curandero to become one yourself. You may also have good business skills, and speak Spanish. You may be able to use your invested money and skills to make a good name for yourself and help the community as much as yourself. Some Gringo's are already doing this!

But, in any case, it's one hell of a responsability, and only certain people will want to undertake such a challenge. If someone wants to become successful, they'd better be aware of what they are getting themselves into. Most Gringo's would rather hire the Curandero, and stick to running a healing centre.

There is a lot of dreaming going on about being a Curandero, but if you haven't got business skills, you won't last a week! Any skills are as useful as they can be put to use!