IFA Professional Aromatherapy Diploma Course
Qualification Overview
- Guided Learning Hours : 250
- Self Study Hours : 430
- Modules : 5
- Level : Equivalent to HE 4-5
- Pre-requisite: Minimum SPM or Equilvalent
- Start Date: To be confirmed
Purpose
The IFA Professional Aromatherapy Diploma course is designed to develop knowledge and understanding of clinical aromatherapy, and provides the learner with the skills to provide advanced therapeutic treatments within a clinical setting. Pitched at an advanced level and devised by industry experts, this course is one, if not the most, comprehensive courses available in the market. It enables you to work confidently with over 70 essential oils and 30 carrier oils, having a thorough understanding of the therapeutic properties of each specific oil, and their methods of application, which can be tailored to individual clients when applying prescriptive aromatherapy.
The IFA’s philosophy is that therapists should understand not only how to perform certain tasks, but also the reason for those tasks, and the principles behind them. This gives you excellent job prospects and the opportunity for career advancement.
Who is this qualification for?
The IFA Professional Aromatherapy Diploma is suitable for those who have no previous experience or will provide a route of progression for those who already hold an aromatherapy or massage qualification.
What will you learn?
- Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology for Aromatherapists
- Historical development, the pioneers of Aromatherapy and the modern principles of Aromatherapy
- The science of essential oils – Botany, Extraction and Production, Chemistry and Potential Hazards
- The Therapeutic and energetic properties of 70 essential oils and their applications in Aromatherapy practice
- Olfaction – the sense of smell, and psychological benefits of the scents of essential oils
- The art of the perfumer – essential oils odor classification
- The traditional blending approach, volatility and the notes systems, blending ratio and dosage
- The study of carrier/vegetable oils and other carriers suitable for Aromatherapy blends
- Designing a treatment plan and a course of treatments for clients
- Creating and maintaining a professional environment to practice, ensuring that all necessary safety and hygiene regulations are respected
- Introduction to evidence-based research
- The therapeutic relationship between therapist and client and maintaining a journal of reflective practice
- Professionalism and business studies to name a few
What could this qualification lead to?
This internationally recognised qualification is designed to lead to employment in a variety of roles, either self-employed, in salons, spas, hotels, complementary therapy clinics, hospitals, hospices, special care units or private practice.
This qualification automatically entitles you to apply for full membership with the International Federation of Aromatherapists (IFA), the oldest and largest professional body for aromatherapists since 1985 and a listing on the register.
Who supports this qualification?
This qualification was created and is regulated by the International Federation of Aromatherapists (IFA) and is recognised by the Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC), part of the Professional Standards Authority for Health and Social Care, an independent body, accountable to the UK Parliament.
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