Aromatherapy Course Level 3

This programme is designed for people who wish to gain an understanding of principles and practice of Aromatherapy Healing techniques. This course will provide you with all required knowledge to provide competent aromatherapy treatments.
The objectives of the course are to:

• Introduce the development and practice of aromatherapy from its origins to modern day use and application
• Explain the chemical composition of carrier oils used in aromatherapy treatments
• Investigate the extraction use and effect of essetial oils
• Demonstrate the importance of the sense of smell to aromatherapy treatments
• Explain the limitations, contra indications and toxicities associated with essential oils
• Present guidelines for the use of essential oils
• Demostrate methods of application and use of essential oils
• Explain a range of complementary therapies commonly used in conjunction with aromatherapy

(Pay monthly on this course: £99.00 deposit followed by 5 monthly payments of £50.00. Call 0800 0131030 for guaranteed set up}

Entry requirements:

There are no previous skills or qualifications required to register for this study programme.

Support:

All students will be assigned a personal tutor with whom they may correspond with via email. Tutors are assigned upon receipt of your first assignment 

Duration:

All students have one year to complete this course from date of enrolment. Average study of 90 hours.

Provided materials:

• Course Manual in A4 Folder
• Pen, Pencil and Ruler
• Paper
• Freepost Envelopes
• Unlimited email support Monday to Friday
• College Certification
• Practical Demonstration Video

This course comes complete in a college bag for real flexibility

Course syllabus:

Unit 1 Introduction to Aromatherapy

• What is a aromatherapy
• How does it work?

• Historical development of aromatherapy since 3000 BC
• Aromatherapy today

• Acids
• Alcohols
• Aldehydes
• Esters
• Hydrocarbons
• Teripins
• Lactones
• Phenols
• Ketones
• Ethers
• Oxides

• understanding how essential oil is extracted
• The uses for essential oils
• The effects of essential oils
• The importance of quality of essential oils

• How the sense of smell works
• The importance of smell
• The effects of smell

• how toxicity occurs        
• which essential oils to use and avoid in pregnancy
• contra indications, including ones in people with learning difficulties.
• The basic guidelines in using essential oils and how to deal with any problems that may occur

Unit 5 Carrier Oils 

• commonly used carrier oils to carry and dilute massage oil.
• correct storage for carrier and essential oils.
• Handling carrier and essential oils.
• Health and safety issues.
• Brief descriptions of carrier oils.

• Inhalation
• Bathing
• Compress
• Massage

• the different effects of massage
• the benefits of massage
• Make up basic massage oil for face, hair, moods and use in the home using basic recipes.
• a basic Knowledge of Reflexology.

• Emotional Symptoms
• Physical symptoms
• Prohibited essential oils

• Cedar wood
• Chamomile
• Clary sage
• Cypress
• Eucalyptus
• Frankincense
• Geranium
• Juniper
• Lavender
• Lemon
• Marjoram
• Mint
• Orange
• Rosewood
• Sandalwood
• Tangerine
• Tea tree
• Ylang Ylang

• Herbalism
• Bach Flowers
• Homeopathy
• Colour Therapy, including Chakras
• Crystal Therapy
• Meditation, including Yin and Yang

Examination:

No examination is necessary

Assessment method:

This course is completed using continual assessment, allowing your tutor to closely monitor your progress every step of the way. Therefore no examination is required.

Qualification: 

Level 3 Diploma in Aromatherapy 

Once completed successfully each student will receive their Diploma from the college proving their skills and knowledge in this rewarding field. Add this to your completed folder of courswork and impress any potential employer. Your certificate will give you the self belief and confidence to progress further with your studies or help make inroads to getting that job you have always wanted.