Professional Diploma Courses

ITEC Diploma in Aromatherapy

(Includes ITEC Diploma in Holistic Massage)

The application of essential or aromatic oils to the human body has been practised for thousands of years, and is recognised as a highly effective holistic treatment in its own right.

Each oil has a unique combination of constituents which can interact with the body, affecting both individual organs and whole systems.

Aromatherapy uses special massage techniques in combination with the concentrated herbal energies in essential oils to treat the diseases of both the body and the mind.

Supervised Practical & Clinical Experience, Case Histories, Home Assignments and Individual Projects are an integral part of the Course.

Some of the topics covered on the course include

• Anatomy & Physiology of all the body systems
• History, theory & development of Aromatherapy.
• Aromatherapy massage techniques.
• How to perform an effective Full Body Aromatherapy Massage
• Posture, lymph drainage and pressure points.
• The Holistic Approach - Treating the whole person.
• Introduction to other Complementary Therapies.
• Legislation and consent to Aromatherapy treatment.
• In-depth study of at least 42 essential oils.
• Methods of extraction, chemistry, therapeutic effects of essential oils

• Carrier oils.
• Methods of consultation.
• Common ailments
• Contra-indications to Aromatherapy
• Client care
• Hygiene and safety procedures in the clinic.
• Referral procedures
• Create, evaluate and review Aromatherapy treatment programmes.
• First aid procedures for the clinic.
• Management and public relations
• Setting up in practice.
• How to look after yourself as a therapist.

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