Aromatherapy Certificate Course

Aromatherapy is the art and science of using essential oils from plant sources for health and wellbeing. Aromatherapy forms a part of holistic massage, which produces physical, spiritual, emotional and a mental sense of harmony. This is a comforting, reassuring and healing therapy.

Covered in the course:

• The art of aromatherapy and the methods of oil extraction

• Classifications and chemistry of essential oils

• Eastern theories of Aromatherapy

• Aromatherapy and Child Care

• Treatment of common conditions

• Safety information

• Contra-indications and first aid

• Properties and reputed uses of 28 essential oils

• Base / carrier oils.

• General massage

• Basic Anatomy and Physiology.

Course Outcome
Upon completion of this course, you should be able to:

• Practice as an Aromatherapist.

• Effectively utilize the different applications of Aromatherapy

• Have the necessary knowledge pertaining to work ethics and professionalism when performing aromatheraphy

Course Type:

• Internationally recognized provider program.

• This course contains elements of SAQA Unit

• Standards ID: 262402 and SAQA Unit Standards

• ID: 262420

Duration:

• You can start with this course immediately on enrollment and all your course material and student pack will be sent to you within 14-21 days after enrolment is received. Although you should be able to complete this course in 3 months, open learning gives you the flexibility to study at your own pace within a 2 year period

Exams for obtaining Certificate:

• 3 case studies

• Written exam