
VTCT Level 4 Diploma in aromatherapy (VRQ) course
Ofqual / government regulated qualification
Exam board: VTCT (Vocational training & charitable trust)
VTCT Level 4 Diploma in aromatherapy (VRQ) course
The VTCT Level 4 Diploma in Aromatherapy for the Complementary Therapist qualification will provide a progression route with advanced
technical skills for Level 3 aromatherapists.
This qualification will enable you to further develop your knowledge of additional oils and their therapeutic uses and the theories and practices for advanced applications of prescriptive aromatherapy.
This qualification is designed to give you the essential knowledge to assist you to provide advanced therapeutic skills within a clinical setting. All units within this qualification are mandatory. Units in this qualification have been mapped to the relevant NOS (where available).
This qualification is completed through the exam board - The VTCT (Vocational training and charitable trust); and is Ofqual regulated.

Course information
Venue & course dates:
Scroll down the page for details of venue, course dates and to book the course
Pre-requisite / Entry level:
- Level 3 qualification in Aromatherapy
- Level 3 qualification in anatomy & physiology
Course format:
6 practical (classroom) training / assessment days + online learning modules + case studies
+ monthly video calls for coursework support (dates tbc)
Course content:
- Unit UCT11M - Interpersonal skills for the complementary therapist
- Unit UCT15M - Advanced aromatherapy for the complementary therapist
- Unit UCT12M - Advanced anatomy and physiology for the complementary therapist
Duration:
- GLH (Guided Learning Hours): 160. (GLH incl’s. practical, coursework, case studies, assessments, research/reading, revision, written exams)
- Home study (Coursework): This is completed in your own time
- Practical Training: Please check out our current course dates on our website for the practical training element, additional dates can be supplied.
Attendance:
6 classroom days (ALL dates must be attended)
+ monthly video calls for coursework support (dates tbc)
Model required:
- Yes, you will be required to work on models to carry out your case studies at home.
- You may be required to bring a model for one to one training, and for your assessments
Case Studies:
You must carry out and document evidence of a minimum of 30 treatments (5 clients x 6 treatments each)
Exam board:
VTCT - Vocational training & charitable trust
(Ofqual / government regulated - www.vtct.org.uk)
Career potential:
Advanced (prescriptive/clinical) Aromatherapist - employed or self-employed, working in a salon or spa or as a home / mobile therapist.
How this could benefit your clients:
Help clients with ailments & medical conditions both emotionally and physically
Additional Costs:
You will need to purchase your own products and oils to bring to the training & in order to carry out your case studies, ie Aromatherapy kit
Qualification gained:
VTCT Level 4 Diploma in aromatherapy (VRQ)
Qualification reference:
VTCT code: CT4D4
Qulaification no: 601/8315/9
This qualification is mapped to the relevant NOS (National Occupational Standards), where applicable. This qualification is accredited on the qualifications and credit framework (QCF). This qualification is a VRQ (Vocationally Related Qualification.)
Insurance:
Please check your insurance companies requirements before enrolling on this course? (It is the students responsibility to check coverage with their insurers BEFORE enrolling on this course)
Check out our Insurance page, if you are looking for insurance.
Choose a pricing plan
VTCT L4 Aromatherapy course - BIDEFORD, DEVON (Pay in full)
Bideford, Devon
Course Dates (6 days):
ALL DATES MUST BE ATTENDED
Jan '23 - Thurs 18th,
Feb 24 - Thurs 15th, Thurs 29th;
March '24 - Thurs 28th;
April '24 - Wed 24th
DATES ARE NON TRANSFERABLE TO ANY OTHER DATE OR VENUE
VTCT L4 Aromatherapy course - BIDEFORD, DEVON (Pay monthly x6 months)
Bideford, Devon
Course Dates (6 days):
ALL DATES MUST BE ATTENDED
Jan '23 - Thurs 18th,
Feb 24 - Thurs 15th, Thurs 29th;
March '24 - Thurs 28th;
April '24 - Wed 24th
DATES ARE NON TRANSFERABLE TO ANY OTHER DATE OR VENUE
Course curriculum
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1Section 1 - Welcome to the course
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2Section 2 - Routine, audio lesson (s) and case studies (downloadable)
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3Section 3 - Unit UCT11M - Interpersonal skills - avail on or before 1/9/23
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4Section 4 - Unit UCT15M - Advanced Aromatherapy unit - avail on or before 1/10/23
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5Section 5 - Unit UCT12M - Advanced A&P unit - avail on or before 1/11/23