Aromatherapy Modules

Module One

Aromatherapy and Essential Oils

This module will cover the fundamentals of aromatherapy, including its history and modern applications. The student will gain an understanding of holism as it is applied to aromatherapy, the basics of plant biology, extraction techniques for essential oils, and the important differences between species and chemotypes. the basics of nomenclature and qualitative analysis will be covered. Students will learn the taxonomy, safety data and therapeutic benefits of 25 essential oils.

Module Two

The Chemistry of Essential Oils

A study of organic chemistry will give each student an understanding of the therapeutic porperties of essential oils. Students will learn basic pathology in order to effectively blend oils for common ailments and specific treatments. Twenty-five essential oils covered.

Module Three

The Integumentary System

Histology of the skin, including pathology, safety data, methods of application, herbal infusions, base oils, delivery systems, hydrolats and 10 essential oils to be covered in depth. Dynamic blending techniques. Skincare consultations. Practicum for facials and other skincare applications.

Module Four

The Psychology of Essential Oils

Students will develop an understanding of the anatomy and physiology of olfaction as it relates to the nervous, immune and endocrine systems. They will also learn basic consultation for emotion-based blending derived from client information. ten more essential oils will be covered in depth.

Module Five

The Energetics of Aromatherapy

In this module, students will learn about essential oils as used in Traditional Chinese Medicine, including the five-element theory and its application in client diagnosis. Facial, pulse and tongue diagnosis will be covered as well as 10 essential oils used in TCM.

Module Six

The Practice of Aromatherapy

Students will learn the business of aromatherapy including treatment-plan development, keeping client files, ethics, marketing and communication skills. Students will also learn how to integrate aromatherapy into existing practices such as massage therapy and reflexology. Students will continue practising consultations and learn about 10 more essential oils.

Module Seven

Integrating Aromatic Medicine into Home and Traditional Healthcare Settings I.

Students will learn how to integrate aromatic medicine in home and traditional healthcare settings. We will explore the respiratory, digestive and urinary systems, along with common ailments. Essential oils will be considered in relation to each system. Students will learn how to create unique remedies for common ailments.

Module Eight

Integrating Aromatic Medicine into Home and Traditional Healthcare Settings II

Students will continue to learn how to integrate aromatic medicine into home and traditional healthcare settings. We will explore the reproductive, circulatory and musculoskeletal systems, along with common ailments. Essential oils will be considered in relation to each system.

Module Nine

Research Papers and Examinations

Celebration and Graduation!