Level 3 Diploma in Aromatherapy (for reflexologists)
This course complies with the Aromatherapy Council Core Curriculum and National Occupational Standards. It is undergoing accreditation by the FHT and will be accepted by the CNHC for inclusion on their voluntary register of aromatherapists. It is a detailed and high level qualification.
Training is for reflexologists (or other therapists) with a recognised qualification. It takes one academic year (10 months) and you will cover the following modules:
- Aromatherapy: history, philosophy, uses.
- Essential oils: botany, chemistry, blending and uses.
- Practical: full body massage, aromatherapy facial, seated back, head and shoulder massage, pregnancy massage.
Assessment is through a portfolio of evidence and 60 treatments to perform and record outside of class time. There will also be an assessed clinic where you will conduct an observed practical session.
Please enquire if you are interested in completing the Aromatherapy diploma and are not an existing qualified therapist. Additional sessions will be required to cover the following modules:
- Principles and practice of complementary therapies.
- Business practice for complementary therapies.
- Please note you will be required to obtain a Level 3 Certificate in Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology for complementary therapies. - not offered by Gaia School
You will study 67 essential oils within this course. The standard syllabus for a Level 3 qualification is 42 essential oils. Aromatherapists are only insured to use oils they have been trained in using. Therefore the inclusion of a further 25 oils in this course will extend the range that you will be able to use with your clients.
Why should you choose to study Aromatherapy at Gaia School ?
- Gaia School of Natural Health, a leading UK complementary training centre, offers the Level 3 Diploma in Aromatherapy training and has been training Professional Aromatherapists since 2012
- The Lead Tutor has qualified in holistic health to MSc level (which included undertaking complementary therapy research in Aromatherapy and Premenstrual syndrome). She is also a practising Aromatherapist with 18 years experience and a wealth of knowledge.
- Class sizes are limited to ensure plenty of individual attention from supportive and friendly tutors.
- Full support is offered throughout the course as a learner.
- There are opportunities to go on and study other therapies at Gaia e.g. reflexology and reiki.
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“This Centre has an obvious commitment to quality and excellence and this is reflected in the learner comments. A consistent and strong quality assessment rationale is being applied.”
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Course Dates
The next course 2018/19 Level 3 Diploma in Aromatherapy will start in September 2018.
- Thursday 27th September 2018
- Friday 28th September 2018
- Saturday 29th September 2018
- Thursday 22nd November 2018
- Friday 23rd November 2018
- Saturday 24th November 2018
- Thursday 24th January 2019
- Friday 25th January 2019
- Saturday 26th January 2019
- Thursday 21st March 2019
- Friday 22nd March 2019
- Saturday 23rd March 2019
- Thursday 23rd May 2019
- Friday 24th May 2019
Please note: the closing date for applying for a place on the course is Monday 17th September 2018.
Location: TBC South Wirral
Booking, Fees and other information
Course fee - Level 3 Aromatherapy Diploma
£1,400 for reflexologists (or other therapists) with a recognised qualification and includes modules:
- Aromatherapy: history, philosophy, uses.
- Essential oils: botany, chemistry, blending and uses.
- Practical: full body massage, aromatherapy facial, seated back, head and shoulder massage, pregnancy massage.
Learners will need to evidence ’prior learning‘ of Principles and practice of complementary therapies, Business practice for complementary therapies and Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology for complementary therapies modules for Gaia School to award the Level 3 Aromatherapy diploma.
£1,550 (plus Anatomy certificate) for non-qualified therapists includes modules:
- Aromatherapy: history, philosophy, uses.
- Essential oils: botany, chemistry, blending and uses.
- Practical: full body massage, aromatherapy facial, seated back, head and shoulder massage, pregnancy massage.
- Principles and practice of complementary therapies.
- Business practice for complementary therapies.
Gaia School will not be offering classes relating to the Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology for Complementary Therapies module (Anatomy certificate). This module will need to be obtained from another course provider before Gaia School can award the Level 3 Aromatherapy diploma.
Other additional costs you will need to consider
- a massage couch with cover and towels, which you will need to bring with you to some of the classes
- Textbook approx. £46
- Aromatherapy essential oils, carrier oils, face creams and equipment such as spatulas etc.
Entry requirements
- You must be over 18, and have sufficient ability to be able to perform the aromatherapy techniques
- You must have regular access to email, the Internet and word-processing and printing facilities.
- You must have the interest, energy, enthusiasm (and time!) necessary to complete the course.
Booking your place - the Application form
Please click the following button to download and complete the form. Please follow the instructions in the form and return to Gaia School.
Aromatherapy
September 2018
Application form
Places remaining: 8
Closing date for applications: Monday 17th September 2018.
Course Fee Payment options for
Aromatherapy course
- Option 1 - Non-refundable deposit of £250, followed by full payment of £1,150, totalling £1,400
- Option 2 - Non-refundable deposit of £250, followed by 5 monthly payments of £230, totalling £1,400
Aromatherapy course (non-qualified therapist)
- Option 1 - Non-refundable deposit of £250, followed by full payment of £1,300, totalling £1,550
- Option 2 - Non-refundable deposit of £250, followed by 5 monthly payments of £260, totalling £1,550