Advanced Aromatherapy online course

Accredited with IPHM (+ optional accreditation with ABT)

Advanced Aromatherapy online course

Description:

This Advanced Aromatherapy online distant learning course will provide a progression route with advanced technical skills for qualified 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.

You will learn the therapeutic benefits of using over 20 advanced essential oils and 10 carrier oils. You will build upon previous knowledge and experience and expand your knowledge in the use and practical application of advanced prescriptive aromatherapy. You will be introduced to new essential oils and base oils and expand your skills beyond a reliance on familiar blends.

You will investigate the blending of oils to include the therapeutic properties, contra-indications and have the opportunity to explore the use of prescriptive blends using the holistic and molecular approach. You will be able to utilise this knowledge and understanding to tailor your aromatherapy treatments to your individual client needs, to promote health and well-being and create balance.

Course information

Pre-requisite / Entry level:

An Aromatherapy qualification. A&P is also required.

An anatomy and physiology accredited course can be studied alongside this course.

Course format:

Online learning modules + case studies (one video'd)

Attendance:

No attendance required. This course is completed via online learning

Model required:

Yes, you will be required to work on models to carry out your case studies at home.

Case Studies:

5 treatments

(one must be video'd of you creating a blend and sent to us for marking)

Accrediting body:

IPHM (International Practitioners of Holistic Medicine)
ABT - Associated Beauty Therapists (A Video'd case study is required)

Career potential:

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 common physical and psychological ailments such as anxiety, relaxation, stress relief, uplifting and many physical and emotional conditions

Additional Costs:

You will need to purchase your own products and oils in order to carry out your case studies.

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)

Choose a pricing plan

Advanced Aromatherapy online course - Accredited with IPHM

£57

This price is for the course accreditation with IPHM
WITHOUT Live video assessment
Always check with your insurer before booking

Advanced Aromatherapy online course - Accredited with ABT & IPHM

£97

Accredited with ABT & IPHM

One case study must be video'd and sent to us for marking

Always check with your insurer before booking

Course curriculum

1

Section 1 - Welcome to the course
- Copyright
- Module 1 - Welcome to the course
- Module 2 - Course format
- Module 3 - Course Introduction
2

Section 2 - Health, safety & hygiene
- Module 1 - Risk Assessment
- Module 2 - Security in the salon
- Module 3 - Preparation of work area
- Module 4 - Good hygiene practices
- Module 5 - Professionalism in the salon environment
- Module 6 - Posture
- Module 7 - Legislation
- Module 8 - Fire Safety
- Module 9 - Insurance
- Module 10 - Infection Prevention
3

Section 3 - Client care & communications
- Module 1 - Introduction
- Module 2 - Establish a rapport
- Module 3 - Communication & listening skills
- Module 4 - Client Privacy
- Module 5 - Client's needs
- Module 6 - Improving working standards
- Module 7 - Dealing with complaints
- Module 8 - Consultation
4

Section 4 - Advanced Aromatherapy
- Module 1 - Treatment preparation
- Module 2 - Contra-indications
- Module 3 - Aftercare
- Module 4 - Contra-actions
- Module 5 - Evaluating & completing treatment
- Module 6 - Advanced Anatomy & Physiology
- Module 7 - Advanced Aromatherapy
- Module 8 - Blending, dilutions & therapeutic properties
- Module 9 - Essential oils
- Module 10 - Carrier Oils
- Module 11 - Blending of essential oils lesson
- Module 12 - Getting to know your essential oils
- Module 13 - Case studies
- Module 14 - Progression Free Preview