Aromatherapy Level 1 Course (Florida Board of Massage Pending)Although This is a Level I Aromatherapy Course, it meets the standards set forth by the National Association For Holistic Aromatherapy
Here You will not only learn the basics of aromatherapy but much more. FOR EXAMPLE:
- Have you wanted to know the therapeutic application of specific Essential oils? These are covered in depth in the Level I Aromatherapy Course. 127 Pages are devoted just to this particular area!
- Once you have completed this Level I Aromatherapy Course you will be able to safely use what you have learned with your family and friends.
- Discover which oils are safe for children! There are some really dangerous practices going around on the Internet. You need to be aware of the dangers and contraindications for which stages of life your loved ones are in.
- Learn Special considerations to keep in mind when using essential oils for the elderly.
- An A-Z guide of Ailments is given with the proper therapeutic oils to use for each problem. (This is big time information that will be indispensable to you as you practice aromatherapy!
- Being a woman, you know how difficult life can seem at times. With all the raging hormones sometimes it's enough to drive us crazy. We have put together special section just for women's issues such as p.m.s., menopause etc.
- Imagine if you knew the secret to Great Looking Hair and Skin! Learn which oils to use for skin care and your specific skin type
- You will finally discover the interesting and different types of essential oils offered on the market today and which methods are used to distill and extract the essential oils.
- You will uncover the secret of determining which oils you should buy, and which oils you should definately stay away from.
- You will get the inside scoop and become aware of the dangers associated with many fragrance oils and products containing fragrances. (This will really surprise you)
- and of course, you will learn the different methods of application (how to use the oils) which are also explicitly detailed.
Do you want to know how to blend your own oils and make recipes safely for beauty and health care products at home?
You will learn so much, you'll amaze yourself and your family.
Lesson 1: Introduction to Aromatherapy
* General Introduction
* Fragrance vs. Essential Oils
* How Essential Oils Work
* Lesson 1 Quiz
Lesson 2: History Of Aromatherapy
* Aromatherapy Through the Ages
* The Use of Herbs & Spices
* How to Make an Infusion (Project)
* Lesson 2 Quiz
Lesson 3: Production Methods
* Steam Distillation
* Expression/Cold Pressing
* Carbon Dioxide Extraction (CO2)
* Solvent Extraction Methods
* Resinoids
* Concretes
* Absolutes
* Enfleurage
* List of parts used in distillation
* Lesson 3 Quiz
Lesson 4: Essential Oil Quality
* How to judge Essential Oil quality
* Adulteration
* GC Testing
* Price Range
* Shelf Life of Essential Oils
* How to store Essential Oils
* Lesson 4 Quiz
Lesson 5: Basic Anatomy & Physiology
* The Respiratory System
* Overview of the Olfactory System
* Overview of the Limbic System
* Overview of the Nervous System
* Overview of the Lymphatic & Immune System
* Overview of the Intergumentary System
* Lesson 5 Quiz
Lesson 6: Beauty Treatments
* Skin Types
* Essential Oils for specific Skin types
* Make your own Facial Oil or Cream (Project)
* Skin Care Recipes
* Hair Care
* Make your own Hot Oil Treatment (Project)
* Make your own Nail Conditioner (Project)
* Lesson 6 Quiz
Lesson 7:The Art of Bathing
* The History of Bathing Through the Ages
* Hydrotherapy
* Make your own bubble bath (project)
* Thalassotherapy
* Make your own Aromatic Sea Salt Scrub(project)
* Bath Salts
* Lesson 7 Quiz
Lesson 8: Aromatherapy Safety & Contraindications
* The safe use of Essential Oils
* Aromatherapy Contraindications
* Sensitization
* Dilution Rates
* Lesson 8 Quiz
Lesson 9: Aromatherapy Carrier Oils
* Saturation Chart
* Carrier Oil Properties, Usage, and Shelf life:
1. Apricot Kernal Oil
2. Avocado Oil
3. Borage Seed Oil
4. Clendula Infused Oil
5. Castor Oil
6. Emu Oil
7. Evening Primrose Oil
8. Fractionated Coconut Oil
9. Grapeseed Oil
10. Hazelnut Oil
11. Kanuka or Foraha Oil
12. Macadamia Oil
13. Olive Oil
14. Peach Kernel oil
15. Rose Hip Seed Oil
16. Safflower Oil
17. St. Johns Wort Infused Oil
18. Sunflower Oil
19. Sweet Almond Oil
20. Wheatgerm Oil
* Lesson 9 Quiz
Lesson 10: Other Methods of Application
* How to use Essential oils in
* Massage
* Baths
* Aromatherapy Diffusers and Nebulizers
* Inhalations
* Sprays
* Footbaths
* Hand Baths
* Shower
* Compresses
* Miscellaneous
* Lesson 10 Quiz
Lesson 11:Essential Oil Profiles
Learn the in depth profiles of the following most commonly used 20 Oils
(this is being updated to include 30 essential oils))
* Bergamot
* Black Pepper
* Chamomile
* Clary Sage
* Cypress
* Eucalyptus
* Fennel
* Geranium
* Ginger
* Juniper Berry
* Lavender
* Lemon
* Marjoram
* Orange
* Peppermint
* Rose
* Rosemary
* Tea Tree
* Ylang Ylang
* Lesson 11 Quiz
* Latin Binomials Quiz
Lesson 12:Chemistry of Essential Oils
* Chemistry Basics
* Terpenes
* Monoterpenes
* Sesquiterpenes
* Diterpenes
* Alcohols
* Monoterpeneols
* Sesquiterpeneols
* Diterpeneols
* Phenols
* Aldehydes
* Ketones
* Some common questions regarding Ketones
* Acids & Esters
* Oxides
* Lactones
* General Summary
* Lesson 12 Quiz
Lesson 13: Introduction to Taxonomy
* Why do we need to know taxonomy?
* Latin Binomials
* Genus
* Species
* Epithets
* Chemotypes
* Lesson 13 Quiz
Lesson 14: Blending Essential Oils
* How to Blend Essential Oils
* Groups
* Effects
* Notes
* Blending Chart
* Intensity
* Bases
* Types of Fragrance
* Blending Secrets
* Keeping Records
* Make a Perfume (Project)
* Make an Aftershave/Cologne (Project)
* Lesson 14 Quiz
Lesson 15: Physical and Emotional Well Being
* Common Physical Ailments Comprehensive Listing A-Z
* Skin Care Oils
* Common Emotional Ailments
* Especially for Women
* Make a Salve for burns or colds (Project)
* Make a Foot Powder for Athlete's Feet (Project)
* Make a Nasal Inhaler for Sinus Problems (Project)
* Lesson 15 Quiz
Lesson 16:Essential Oils for First Aid
You Can't Live Without This!
* The Medicine Chest
* Cuts and Wounds
* Burns
* Bruises
* Insect Bites/Bee Stings
* Insect Repellants
* Itching
* Sunburn
* Swelling
Appendix
* Answer Sheet
* Bibilography
Final Exam
* 1 Page of an Aromatherapy "Through the ages paper"
* A 1 Hour Presantion of "An Intro to Aromatherapy" (can be a power point pressentation or in word document)
* 20 Aromatherapy consultations
All of this is laid out for you in easy to understand language to help you get up and running with aromatherapy quickly, easily and most importantly Safely.
This aromatherapy course is self-explanatory and the Lesson quizzes at the end of each chapter are sufficient for the student to know if they have understood the content of the lesson sufficiently or not.
We recommend that you re-read the lesson if you get a low score on the lesson quiz until you are confident that you have mastered the material.
QUESTION: I have been asked if there is any diploma with this course?
ANSWER: Upon passing I would send you a printable diploma via email stating that you have successfully completed the Foundations in Aromatherapy Course Level 1(remember there is no licensing for Aromatherapy; there are boards that govern guidelines)
Due to the hour requirements for certification (200 hours) To get certified you must take Level II