A traditional and modern holistic medicine, aromatherapy treats a wide range of physiological, psychological and emotional conditions. Aromatherapists use aromatic plant oils, including essential oil, to promote the health of the mind, body and spirit.
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.
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 to support health and wellbeing holistically.
Course Structure
Unit 1 - Plant classification
- Understand the classification system
- Plant names and plant phyta
- Be able to identify the family, genus and species names of plants
- Pronunciation of latin names
- Chemistry of herbs and chemical compounds
- Acids, bases and tannins
Unit 2 - Introduction to aromatherapy
- Origins of aromatherapy
- Define aromatherapy and its history
- Top notes and middle notes
- Natural chemicals in plants
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
- How essential oils work
- Inhalation
- Absorption
- Quantities to use
- Blending
- Children
- During pregnancy
- For animals
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
- Introduction
- Water distillation
- Steam distillation
- Maceration
- Effleurage
- Expression
- Fixatives
- Herbal preparations
- Preparing teas, rinses and baths
- Preparations using different herbs
- Decoction
Unit 8 - Hazardous herbs and oils
- Introduction
- Carcinogens
- Photosensitisers
- Allergens
- Hormone like affects
- Teratogens
- Cellular respiratory inhibitors
- Cathartics
- Abortifacients and irritants
- Alkaloids; types
- Toxic amino acids
- Glycocides
- Terpenes
- Plant acids
- Poly-ynes
- Furanocoumarins
- Proteins
Assessment
Assessment Information
When you study with Australian Online Courses, you will be assessed using a competency-based training method.
Competency-based training focuses on the achievement of skills and knowledge against set criteria to meet industry-standard and is not benchmarked against other students’ work.
In this course, the assessment will be comprised of written assignments and exercises, which may include short answer questions, reports, essays, research projects and reflective tasks.
If you do not achieve a competency result on your first attempt, you have two more attempts to pass your assessment. So, you have three attempts in total to obtain a competency result.
In this way, you can complete your course in your own time and at your own pace with the assistance of unlimited tutor support.
Course FAQs
Why Choose Australian Online Courses?
- Professional development that is widely recognised and respected;
- Improve your employment opportunities;
- Study online, anywhere via our elearning system;
- High-quality professional development programs written by industry experts;
- No entry requirements;
- All course materials provided online – no textbooks to buy;
- Unlimited tutor support;
- Easy to understand course content;
- We offer twelve (12) months’ access, with extensions available upon application (fees apply);
- Certificate of Attainment/Completion issued for your CV (hard copy provided); and
- Course may be tax deductible; see your tax advisor.
How long will it take to complete this course?
The approximate study hours for this course is 100 hours. We offer twelve (12) months’ access, with extensions available upon application (fees apply).
Can I purchase optional printed materials?
While printed materials are not available for purchase, PDF copies are available for download and self-printing for this program.
When can I start this course?
You can start within 60 minutes during business hours when you enrol and pay in full with a credit card!
Credit card: Within 60 mins during business hours.
BPAY: Within 1-2 working days.
Internet Banking: Within 1-2 working days.
Cheque/Money Order: Upon receipt of mailed cheque.
Will I receive a certificate upon completion of this course?
Yes! You will receive a Certificate of Attainment upon successful completion of your assessment.
Do I need to attend classes or undertake any work placements?
No. All courses are delivered online via our e-learning system and there are no work placement requirements in this course.
What support can I expect from Australian Online Courses?
Unlimited tutor support is available throughout your studies via email during business hours Monday to Friday. Our Administrative team are available Monday to Friday via email, live chat and telephone.
I am an international student. Can I enrol into this course?
Yes! We accept enrolments from individuals both within Australia and internationally; location is no barrier to entry into our programs.
Career Pathways
Future growth
Strong
Unemployment
Low
Professional development for those currently working or aspiring to work in the aromatherapy beauty industry.
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