About the Course

This Aromatherapy course is presented as a five day post graduate diploma. Each day is carefully designed so that upon completion of the course students will enjoy a thorough knowledge of essential oils and all the benefits aromatherapy can bring to them and their clients. The main objective of this course is to learn about the essential oils and there will be an introduction to hand and foot massage.

Course Content

The course covers the application of essential oils and some practical massage skills to support the theoretical aspects. Students will have some homework and will be expected to practise on family and friends at home to build up fluency.

Practical Aspects

Students will be taught the practical techniques for hand and foot massage and will develop these skills and build up confidence and fluency by working on each other during practical sessions.

Theoretical Aspects

• The history of aromatherapy
• Basic fundamentals
• The uses and benefits of aromatherapy
• An introduction to the chemistry of aromatherapy
• Toxicity
• Safety and contraindications
• An introduction to hand and foot massage
• Massage techniques
• 25 essential oils
• All about essential oils
• Choosing quality oils
• Carrier oils and their role in aromatherapy
• Storing and blending
• The psychology of aromatherapy
• Working with the energies
• Learning to be a professional aromatherapist
• Working with clients – taking consultations

Anatomy and Physiology

• Olfactory System
• Skin
• Muscles (Hand, Arm & Legs)
• Circulatory System
• Lymphatic & Immune System
• Respiratory System
• Nervous System
• Digestive System
• Reproductive System


Assessment

All students will sit a Written Assessment Paper (1hr ). A practical and oral assessment will also take place on the last day of the course.

Certification

Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive a Diploma Certificate from Christina Lyne Training.

This certification is accepted for insurance purposes.

Course Fees

The cost of the course is £399 and includes comprehensive handouts.

In order to offer personal tuition class numbers are limited, so early booking is recommended to avoid disappointment.

For further information please contact Christina Lyne by telephone on 01243 586804, or by email at chrislyne1@aol.com

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