Aromatherapy is about studying the effect of aromatic essential oils for use as a complementary therapy to enhance massage treatments. Essential oils work by the ability to activate body responses through the sense of smell, the brain stores and interprets smells associated with our personal experiences. Deep within the limbic system (our deepest memory bank) aromas stimulate hormones and endorphins to activate physical, mental and spiritual responses which can help with stress related conditions, pleasant aromas can be sensual, relaxing and comforting. The client is treated with a range of products blended with personal aromas for their health benefits which are used with massage and in other applications like inhalations and immersions to create a very personal experience.
Benefits:
- Relaxes the mind and body – helps release deep seated tension and strai
- Treats common problems; muscle pain, headaches, , poor circulation, boosts the immune system
- Treats stress related problems, anxiety, depression, restlessness, insomnia
- Conditions and treats troublesome skin conditions; balances sebum production, rehydrates dry skin, improves acid mantle – helps with common conditions, eczema, acne, etc.
- Improves general health and outlook, helps with relaxation, focus, concentration
- Boosts energy levels, gives “me time” time out” improves quality of life
You will learn:
- How to prepare for an Aromatherapy treatment; how to choose blend for specific conditions and apply their therapeutic uses in massage and carry out a clinical treatments and advise home use
- The history and background of 42 essential oils explore traditional use and production methods,
- Study botanical classifications, families and types, know how to identify therapeutic uses and traditional and classical blending techniques for massage, inhalation and immersions
- Where to source other products for blending, vegetable carriers, creams and other media
- How the chemical constituents can influence your blending techniques
- A traditional Aromatherapy massage routine – for use with clients
- How to adapt treatments to work with specific skin care needs / devise facials and other treatment scenarios, blend and make personal prescriptions for clients to use at home
- Reflect on your practice – with case study and self development
Course requirements: Existing massage therapists with an A & P diploma.
Course Content: there are four units 3 of which are integral to Level 3 Diploma’s therefore existing massage therapists may already have some units – Up to date A & P is required, if the qualification is more than 3 years revision and retake of the external test are required this could be done in advance or online with FHT-
The Pathology module can be updated with one on the subject assignments – as can Business and Principles and practices with the case study.
UV31268 Principles and practice of complementary therapies
UV31267 Business practice for complementary therapies
UV31299 Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology for complementary therapies
Uv31301 Provide aromatherapy for complementary therapies
Guided Learning Hours – 296 hours
Tutor contact – 10 days – over 10 months
Case study hours – 60
Assignments – 5 – 2 Subject Assignments and 3 integral assignments with Level 3 Diploma (these may already be in place for massage therapists). Plus Study for Anatomy and Physiology and an Assignment for Pathology if not already acquired.
External Tests – 2 Anatomy and Physiology – only (separate dates)
Practical Assessments – 2 formative and 3 summative – during clinic sessions
Course Dates:
Sunday 4th October 2020
Sunday 1st November 2020
Sunday 6th December 2020
Sunday 10th January 2021
Sunday 7th February 2021
Saturday 20th February 2021
Saturday 20th March 2021
Saturday 22 May 2021
Saturday 3 July 2021
Saturday 17th July 2021
Location: Swallet Farm, Old Bristol Road, East Harptree, Somerset BS40 6DQ
Times: 9.30am – 5:30pm
Fee: £1300.00
VTCT Fees: £110
Fees include:
- 9 days tuition and assessments – including course notes and all materials needed for the course.
- Assessment Book
Tutor: Lesley Parsons
Professional Qualification: VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Aromatherapy
- Light lunch and refreshments
- Ongoing support & advice
Not included:
- Uniform for Client assessments
- Materials for Home practice – kit of essential oils – information given on first weekend
