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Certificate of Aromatherapy

The Certificate of Aromatherapy is an online program that will teach you about the therapeutic properties of essential oils, types of medicinal plants and the processes involved in essential oil production.   In this professional development course, you will learn how to use essential oils to create therapeutic blends in a safe and controlled manner.
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A traditional and modern holistic medicine, aromatherapy has many practical applications. If you want to gain an understanding of the safe use of aromatherapy oils and their production, this course is ideal for you.

The Certificate of Aromatherapy is an online professional development program that will teach you about the therapeutic properties of essential oils, types of medicinal plants and the processes involved in essential oil production.

In this aromatherapy course, you will learn how to use essential oils to create therapeutic blends in a safe and controlled manner.

You will also learn about the classification system used to identify plants by family, genus and species and discover the basic chemistry of aromatherapy.

On completion of this course, you will have the foundation knowledge and skills to create therapeutic essential oil blends.

Printed learning materials may be available free to print for this course. Requests can be made by contacting us. 

Course Structure
Unit - Aromatherapy

Unit 1 – Plant Identification

  • Ranks of classification
  • Plant Phyla
  • Plant families
  • Genus and species
  • Other species levels
  • Botanical names and aromatherapy
  • Pronunciation of plant names
  • The chemistry of herbs
  • Parts of a compound

Unit 2 – Introduction to Aromatherapy

  • What is aromatherapy
  • Origins of aromatherapy
  • How aromatherapy works
  • Absorption through the skin
  • Understanding notes of essential oils
  • Aromatherapy consultations
  • Effects of essential oils on the body
  • Chemicals in plants
  • Interesting resources

Unit 3 – 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

Unit 4 – Safe Use of Essential Oils

  • Introductions
  • Precautions
  • Quantities to use
  • Essential oil qualities
  • Storage requirements
  • Using oils for different groups (children and adults)
  • Use during pregnancy
  • Inhalation
  • Methods of inhalation
  • Using diffusers and nebulisers
  • Other methods

Unit 5- Carriers

  • Using carriers
  • Sweet Almond oil
  • Apricot Kernel oil
  • Avocado oil
  • Canola oil
  • Oil burners
  • Carrier oils, creams and lotions

Unit 6 – 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

Unit 7 – Methods of Extraction

  • Methods of oil extraction
  • Producing essential oils
  • Steam distillation
  • Maceration
  • Enfleurage and expression
  • Water distillation method
  • Fixatives
  • Herbal preparations
  • Preparation of teas, rinses and baths
  • Getting the most from herbal preparations
  • Types of preparations

Unit 8 – Hazardous Herbs and Oils

  • Introduction
  • Carcinogens
  • Photosensitisers
  • Allergens
  • Hormone like effects
  • Teratogens
  • Cellular respiratory inhibitors
  • Cathartics
  • Abortifacients and irritants
  • Alkaloids; types
  • Toxic amino acids
  • Glycocides
  • Terpenes
  • Plant acids
  • Poly-ynes
  • Furanocoumarins
  • Proteins
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50 hours
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Assessment

Assessment will be comprised of written exercises, including short-answer questions, reflective tasks, short reports and/or projects. There are no examinations or due dates for assessment. As a result, you can complete training in your own time and at your own pace with the assistance of unlimited tutor support.

Approval and Recognition

Australian Online Courses Pty Ltd is an approved and recognised member of IARC. The IARC is an International association that recognises quality and excellence in tertiary education providers.

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Career Outcomes

Professional development for those currently working or aspiring to work in the aromatherapy beauty industry.

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K. Watkins
Redbank Plains, QLD
Certificate of Aromatherapy
September 2022
I liked the flexibility of the time of this course since this depended on me, I enjoyed doing it in my free time and without pressure. I consider that it is important to want to take this course to encourage you to study on your own and complete the objective. this course is a good basic learning guide in aromatherapy.
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N. Acero
Mount Annan, NSW
Certificate of Aromatherapy
April 2022
Great course, really enjoyed doing it and had help when needed.
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K. Yarnold
Glass House Mountains, QLD
Certificate of Aromatherapy
November 2020
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