Aromatherapy Course Online
| Full Fee | $595.00 incl GST - Best Value! |
| Payment Plan | $800.00 incl GST |
Exam Optional
Tutor Support Yes unlimited by email
Qualification Certificate
Develop a basic understanding of the safe use of Aromatherapy oils; and their production. This aromatherapy course is aimed at the introductory level of education in Aromatherapy. It is suitable for those wishing to gain knowledge of using Aromatherapy in the home or for those working in a related discipline.
Knowing the botanical names of plants and how they are derived is an important part of Aromatherapy. Most people know essential oils by their common names, such as Lavender, Thyme or Eucalyptus. For instance, there are several different types of plant that are commonly known as Lavender, and more than one of these plants are used to produce lavender oil. Oil distilled from True Lavender, or Lavandula angustifolia, is the highest quality lavender oil. However, lavender can also be distilled from Lavandula x intermediaand Lavandula latifolia. All three smell very similar, and can even be confusing for an experienced aromatherapist, but the chemical composition of Lavandula angustifolia is far superior to the other two species and is a much better therapeutic oil.
Study aromatherapthy online with practical tasks in the course.
Assignments: Each lesson has an assignments that needs to be completed. At the end of the course you may sit an optional exam.
Course Aims:
- To develop a basic understanding of the safe use of aromatherapy oils and their production.
- Describe the classification system used for naming plants and to be able to identify the family, genus and species names of plants used to produce essential oils.
- To define aromatherapy and its history and to understand how aromatherapy works, and the basic chemistry behind it.
- Identify a range of essential oils and their uses.
- Ensure that essential oils are used in a safe and controlled manner.
- Identify what can be used as a carrier for essential oils and why they must be used.
- Describe methods which can be used to grow, and harvest herbs used in essential oil production.
- Describe methods used to extract essential oils from plants.
- Identify herbs and oils acknowledged as hazardous to people, and which should not be used in aromatherapy, or with great care.
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Detailed Course Outline
This course is made up of a number of lessons or units. Each of these has self assessment questions, a set task (practical homework) and an assignment which you can upload online. Click below to read about each of the lessons and what you will learn.
There are 8 lessons in this course:
Plant Classification
- Understand the classification system
- Plant names and plant phyta
- Be able to identify the family, genus and species names of plants
- Pronunciation of latin names
- Chemistry of herbs and chemical compounds
- Acids, bases and tannins
Introduction to Aromatherapy
- Origins of aromatherapy
- Define aromatherapy and its history
- Top notes and middle notes
- Natural chemicals in plants
Essential Oils
- Benzoin – Styrax benzoin
- Bergamot – Citrus bergamia
- Cedarwood – Cedrus atlantica
- Chamomile, Roman – Anthemis nobilis
- Chamomile, German – Matricaria Chamomilla
- Clary Sage – Salvia sclarea
- Eucalyptus – Eucalyptus globulus
- Frankincense – Boswellia carterii
- Geranium – Pelargonium graveolens
- Juniper – Jumiperus commuis
- Lemon – Citrus limon
- Lavender – Lavandula angustifolia
- Sweet Marjoram – Origanum majorana
- Orange, Bitter – Citrus arantium amara
- Orange, Sweet – Citrus arantium sinesis
- Peppermint – Mentha piperita
- Rose Otto – Rosa centifolia
- Rosemary – Rosmarinus officinalis
- Sandalwood – Santalum album
- Tea Tree – Melaleuca alternifolia
- Sweet Thyme – Thymus vulgaris
- Ylang Ylang – cananga odorata
- Australian Bush Remedies
Safe Use of Essential Oils
- How essential oils work
- Inhalation
- Absorption
- Quantities to use
- Blending
- Children
- During pregnancy
- For animals
Carriers
- Using carriers
- Sweet Almond oil
- Apricot Kernel oil
- Avocado oil
- Canola oil
- Oil burners
- Carrier oils, creams and lotions
Growing and Harvesting Herbs for Essential Oil
- Cultivation of herbs
- Traditional plant row spacings
- Storage of plant parts used for vegetative propagation
- Harvesting material for medicinal use
- Harvest of selected herbs
- Expected yields of selected herbs
- Harvesting herbs for essential oils
- Post harvest handling of herbs
- Post harvest preservation
Methods of Extraction
- Introduction
- Water Distilation
- Steam Distilation
- Maceration
- Effleurage
- Expression
- Fixatives
- Herbal Preparations
- Preparing Teas, Rinses and Baths
- Preparations using different herbs
- Decoction
Hazardous Herbs and Oils
- Introduction
- Carcinogens
- Photosensitisers
- Allergens
- Hormone Like Affects
- Teratogens
- Cellular Respiratory Inhibitors
- Cathartics
- Abortifacients and Irritants
- Alkaloids; types
- Toxic Amino Acids
- Glycocides
- Terpenes
- Plant Acids
- Poly-ynes
- Furanocoumarins
- Proteins
When you have completed the lessons of your Certificate course, you will be given the option of taking the optional exam. It's okay if you don't want the exam, we still issue your Careerline Certificate. For Advanced Certificates however, the exam is compulsory (per module) and are included in the course fee.
Course Tutor(s)
Barbara Tremain BSc. (Hons) Horticulture, RHS Adv. Cert,. RHS General, City & Guilds Garden Design, Permaculture Level 3 (UK)
Barbara brings to Careerline a wide range of horticultural experience and knowledge Barbara has a keen interest in herbalism, edible wild plants and has lead into studies of many plant based complementary medicinal systems, qualification as a Bach Flower remedy practitioner and studying Ethnobotany. Barbara has practiced and studied horticulture as well as combining it with her love of travel in many countries including the UK, US and Australia and has also studied Permaculture and runs her own horticulture business. Within the past two years she have also worked for Groundwork SW with 18-24 year old unemployed people, this work and the mentoring scheme has allowed me to teach informally. It has been a delight to nurture the interests of keen learners in horticulture and garden design. Meanwhile the business has covered a variety of Garden Design projects, from wildflower gardens to seaside situations, and has included some work with Chelsea Gold multi-winner John Moreland.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I pay in installments?
Yes! We offer great payment plans, however full payment up front is the cheapest. You can choose the best payment plan for you from the course page, or call us on 07 55368782 to talk to one of our course consultants for a custom plan.
Can I study from anywhere in the world?
We have many international students. Careerline's range of courses are suitable for any one, anywhere in the world.
Do I get a discount if I enroll in a second course?
Yes. You may claim a 5% fee discount when you enroll in a second course, and a further 10% off a three-course package.
Do I have to sit an Exam?
No. If you are enrolled in a Certificate course (100hrs), the exam is optional. You will be issued with a certificate which proves that you are competent in all units, if you choose not to sit the exam.
Do you have set start dates?
There are no set start dates, you may start at any time. Our courses are all self-paced. As our home page says, ‘Courses for Anyone, Anywhere, Anytime’. ‘Anytime’ includes the start time of your choice. However, we do encourage our students to submit assignments on a regular basis. Wherever possible, we suggest developing a study routine.