16 Dukes Wood Drive,
Gerrards Cross, Bucks, SL9 7LR
Tel: 01753 882660
Course duration:10 weeks
Enrol now for:September 2008
Tutor: Cathy
Cost: £795 deposit £200 payable on registration. Exam fee not included.
Weekday Course (1) runs: Tuesdays 09.30 - 17.30
Weekday Course (1) starts: Tuesday 30 September 2008
Weekday Course (2) runs:Mondays 09.30 - 17.30
Weekday Course (2) starts:12 January 2009
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ITEC Aromatherapy

Aromatherapy combines the use of essential oils , naturally produced by plants and trees, in a holistic treatment This in turn helps to improve the physical and emotional well being of an individual. This course is run by Michele. It can only be taken as a Post Graduate course. Participants must already hold qualifications in Holistic Massage or be waiting for their results in such.

This revised and extremely comprehensive course work includes:

  • History and development of Aromatherapy and Holistic approach
  • Explanation on other forms of Complementary Therapies
  • Methods of extraction
  • Information on 42 essential oils
  • Danger of over dosage
  • Possible reactions to treatments
  • Safe blending of oils
  • Different methods of absorption
  • Integral biology
  • Therapeutic properties
  • Chemical constituents
  • Carrier oils
  • Different skin types
  • Effect of the oils on the different systems of the body
  • The effects of stress
  • Structure and function of the Olfactory tract
  • Absorption by the skin
  • Storage of essential and carrier oils
  • Preparation of the work place
  • Hygiene
  • Consultation procedures, listening skills, relaxation techniques
  • Common ailments and contra indications
  • Client handling
  • Aromatherapy massage
  • Frequency of treatments
  • Referral procedures
  • Home usage