Aromatology Levels I & II  ~  (Also available as a Correspondence Course)

 SUBJECT

Phyto-therapy is the art of healing (oneself) with plants and herbs.

Aromatherapy is the use of esential oils in therapeutic and cosmetological treatments.

Essential oils have been used in the healing arts since ancient times. They are natural substances extracted usually by distillation from flowers, herbs, resins and spices. Hundreds of flowers might be required to produce only a few drops of essential oil, such as Rose Otto. Each has its own influence on a part of the human body, be it skin, kidneys, blood circulation, etc. They have antiseptic, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and antiviral properties which are highly successful in the treatment of headaches, sinusitis, menstrual disorders, arthritis, pain management, and skin disorders such as eczema and psoriasis.

They can also affect mood and are useful in the treatment of depression, stress, anxiety and insomnia.

OBJECTIVE

This course is designed for those individuals who seek an understanding and practical use of Essential Oils - their use and applications - WITHOUT an emphasis on massage techniques.

Examples of topics covered: The art of mixing and blending essential oils, chemistry, the art of distillation, botanical studies, making tinctures and macerated oils, how essential oils are obtained, carrier oils, history, hydrosols, pregnancy & child care, and an in-depth study of essential oils.

The Aromatology Course also includes the Aromatherapy Seminar / One Day Workshop. 

COURSE DESCRIPTION

A - THEORETICAL - 16 lessons

1. The History of Aromatology.

2. How Essential Oils and Carrier Oils are obtaned.

3. Contra-indications 

4. Aroma Pathology 

5. Chemistry of Essential Oils 

6. Client Assessment 

B - PRACTICAL HOMEWORK

1. Blending*

2. Making Tinctures and Macerated Oils.

* Essential oils, herbs and carrier oils will be provided for practice at home - for blending and mixing homework.

EVALUATION  

Home Quizzes 50%

Theory Exam 50%

TOTAL:  100%

TUITION & FEES: 

CANADIAN  $

Cost of Course $1200.00 CDN 

TOTAL =  $1200.00 CDN 

INSTRUCTOR

Jan Benham 

RECOMMENDED READING

Aromatherapy Workbook by Shirley Price

The Creamy Craft of Cosmetic Making with Essential Oils and Their Friends by Jan Benham

Certification will be granted upon completion of this course with an "acceptable pass" or better, plus completion of all case studies and thesis.