Aromatology is the use of essential 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.

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 first lesson is emailed to you directly upon payment. Jan will then send a link to you to access the classrooms for the lessons and video links. Please allow 1 to 2 days.

AROMATOLOGY COURSE DESCRIPTION

A – THEORETICAL – lessons

  1. Introduction to Aromatherapy. This is the 1 day Aromatherapy seminar included in this course.
  2. The History of Aromatherapy.
  3. Carrier oils
  4. Botanical classifications
  5. Introduction to Chemistry
  6. Essential oils and how to tell quality and purity of essential oils.
  7. Extractions of essential oils, the art of distillation
  8. Hydrosols
  9. Pathways into the body
  10. Pregnancy and Child care

B – PRACTICAL HOMEWORK

  1. The art of mixing and Blending* This is taught in the Aromatherapy seminar
  2. Making Tinctures and Macerated Oils.

* 7 essential oils and 2 carrier oils will be shipped to you for practice at home – for blending and mixing homework.

Instructor: Jan Benham​​​​​​​

Content of the courses:
The contents of the Certified Aromatherapy Consultant course are clear and aimed at immediate practice, thus, they contain a theoretical base, which allows students to put into practice the knowledge acquired.

Aimed at:
Women and men with or without previous knowledge in aromatherapy, presented in a practical way, clear, simple and complete.

Tutoring:
Students will be given assignments during the course, there are also questions for the students to answer with each lesson.
Jan will accompany and guide students throughout the learning process answering all their questions and concerns by e-mail, telephone and Zoom.

Diploma:
At the end of the course, the tutor will send a final test (final evaluation) to apply the knowledge learned during the training.

Once this has been completed, the candidate will receive a diploma that accredits the accomplishment of the course, which will then be sent by post.

Duration:
The course is designed to last 6 months. However, students may spend more or less time to complete the course depending on their available time.

Enrolment will remain valid for a period of one year from the start of the course.