Aromatherapy

Aromatherapy

Aromatherapy is a complementary therapy used to help reduce a range of symptoms and to help with mental and physical wellbeing. This course provides a broad yet detailed knowledge base of aromatherapeutic theory and practice.

All course materials will be delivered to you by post or via email, so it couldn't be easier. Our experienced and friendly tutors will help you every step of the way by phone and email.

You can work at your own pace. Completed coursework can be delivered by post or via email, so handing in an assignment is simple.

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Course Content

Unit 1: Introduction to Aromatherapy

• The history, philosophy and role of aromatherapy.
• Introduction to aromatherapeutic terminology.
• Methods of extraction and sourcing of essences and oils.

Unit 2: Anatomy

• The physiological and psychological effects of aromatherapy massage.
• The benefits of aromatherapy on different body systems.
• Understanding how essential oils are absorbed by the body.

Unit 3: Safety

• Recognising contra-actions that may result from treatment.
• Understanding cautions that may restrict or prevent treatment.
• The importance of working safely with aromatherapy oils.

Unit 4: Blending

• Understanding chemical constituents of essences.
• Dilution and blending techniques.
• The uses, applications and origins of essences, fixed carrier oils and other media.

Unit 5: The treatment

• Consultation techniques.
• Conducting professional aromatherapeutic treatments.
• The characteristics of an appropriate consultation.
• Aromatherapy techniques used in conjunction with reflexology treatments.
• Professional codes of conduct.

Unit 6: Aftercare and reflection

• The effectiveness and results of aromatherapeutic treatments
• Reflective practice and its relevance to the aromatherapist
• The importance and role of maintaining treatment records.