This course is designed to give you a solid introduction into the fascinating art and science of true aromatherapy and is the prerequisite for our Aromatherapy Level 1 course. Starting with some basic theory, terminology, and safety, you'll study 14 of the most commonly used essential oils with their therapeutic properties and which oils to blend with them.
- In This Course You’ll Learn:
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You will learn how to research and design recipes. Then the hands-on fun begins. You will learn the specific techniques for successfully blending essential oils into water, oil/lotion and dry material by creating 3 blends for 3 application methods: aerial, bath and skin care.
You will be able to:
- Use essential oils safely and knowledgeably for yourself, family and friends
- Understand basic aromatherapy terminology which enables continued self- learning
- Knowledgeably purchase therapeutic essential oils
- Be confident in producing blended aromatherapy blends for use in water, oil/lotion or dry materials by designing and creating various aromatherapy products in class
- Analyze recipes from books and magazines and judge their effectiveness and safety
- Learn the therapeutic properties of 14 commonly available essential oils
- Choose an appropriate blend and application method for various purposes.
- Course Outline
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- Definitions of aromatherapy, essential oils and some medical terminology
- What are essential oils, where and how are they obtained
- Basic safety concerns
- Quality and purity criteria
- What factors make them expensive?
- Theory of how essential oils enter our bodies and various routes of absorption
- Mathematics for blending dilutions
- Amounts to use per method of application
- Teaching your nose to know: a session to discover 14 useful essential oils
- How to analyze a recipe for appropriateness
- Theory of multiple blending methods: in water, in lotion or oils and in dry materials
- Practice in multiple application methods: preparing a room spray, blending for a bath or massage oil, making a perfume or hand lotion, creating a blend for bath salts or bath fizzies
- Additional Info / What to Bring
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All handouts and materials to create your blended aromatherapy products are included in the cost of this course. You will be provided with a handout with REQUIRED READING via email prior to the course; please read it through, as it will be necessary for the course. Please bring pens and paper for adding your own notes.
Bring snacks and a lunch (if desired). There are some great spots nearby to grab lunch as well. Water & tea are provided.
Certification: Course completion certificates are provided upon request
- Cancellation Policy
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- If you cannot make your class, you must give us at least 1 week (7 days) notice in order to receive a full refund for your booking. We are also happy to reschedule you to a new date and time if the schedule allows.
- Cancellations between 6 days - 48 hours prior to the scheduled class are eligible for a move to a future date, or receive a store credit.
- Cancellations made within 48 hours of the class are not eligible for a refund or credit.
- If you are sick and unable to attend, we are happy to work with you to reschedule your participation. Please do not come to class sick.
- Please click here to read our full Cancellation Policy
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