Aromatherapy Home Study Course

Following the Aromatherapy home study course you will:

• Have been introduced to the development and practice of aromatherapy from its origins to modern day use and application

• Understand the chemical composition of carrier oils used in aromatherapy treatments

• Have investigated the extraction use and effect of essential oils

• Understand the importance of the sense of smell to aromatherapy treatments

• Understand the limitations, contra indications and toxicities associated wit essential oils

• Be aware of the present guidelines for the use of essential oils

• Be familiar with methods of application and use of essential oils

• Have been introduced to a range of complimentary therapies commonly use in conjunction with aromatherapy

Qualification

The Aromatherapy home study course leads to the award Diploma in Aromatherapy - ASET Level 3. ASET is a leading UK awarding body recognised by the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority.

Course Syllabus

The course is divided up into six units, as follows:

Unit 1 Introduction to Aromatherapy

• What is a aromatherapy
• How does it work?
History of Aromatherapy
• Historical development of aromatherapy since 3000 BC • Aromatherapy today

Unit 2 Chemical Components in Essential Oils

• Acids
• Alcohols
• Aldehydes
• Esters
• Hydrocarbons
• Teripins
• Lactones
• Phenols
• Ketones
• Ethers
• Oxides
What are Essential Oils
• understanding how essential oil is extracted • The uses for essential oils • The effects of essential oils • The importance of quality of essential oils

Unit 3 The Power of Smell

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

Unit 4 Cautions

• 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.
Applying Essential Oils
• Inhalation • Bathing • Compress • Massage
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.
Symptoms
• Emotional Symptoms • Physical symptoms • Prohibited essential oils
Common Essential Oils
• Cedar wood • Chamomile • Clary sage • Cypress • Eucalyptus • Frankincense • Geranium • Juniper • Lavender • Lemon • Marjoram • Mint • Orange • Rosewood • Sandalwood • Tangerine • Tea tree • Ylang Ylang

Unit 6 Introduction to Other Alternative Therapies

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

Duration

You may register at any time and have a full year to complete your studies, with extensions being granted at our discretion. The Aromatherapy Home Study Course will take around 120 hours of study to complete.

Tutor Support and Assessment

The course is designed for you to study at home or work. You will receive a course manual, assignments and studyguide plus tutor support by mail and email. You will also have access to a dedicated student support line during working hours.

Each unit is followed by a written assignment, which is submitted and marked by your tutor. There is no external examination required.

What's included in the Aromatherapy Home Study Course?

Studyguide
Comprehensive study notes for each unit of the course
Self-assessment activities
Assignments
Tutor support
Assignment marking & feedback
ASET registration and accreditation

Your investment

£ 235.00

Methods of payment: Credit/Debit card online (using Paypal).

You can pay the course fees in full or by instalments.

If paying by instalments you will pay a deposit of £125, followed by 4 monthly instalments at £35 (credit card only). To pay by instalments please call 0845 094 5889 .

Aromatherapy Home Study Course

ASET Level 3
120 hours

Online payments are made using Paypal - all major credit and debit cards accepted.

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