The eLearning Center for Gatlin Education Services

Distance learning course of 10 lessons

When first confronted with the word Aromatherapy, one can be forgiven for thinking that this form of healing is exclusive to the sense of smell, and therefore only works on the emotional level. This is not the case as each oils combination of constituents has the ability to interact directly with the body's chemistry, which in turn affects certain organs or systems as a whole. When used in massage, the oils are absorbed into the blood stream through the skin and are transported throughout the body and become a very effective and powerful healing tool for the practitioner.

Tutor Support

With this course you will have unlimited access to your own personal tutor who specialises in their field of study. It is your personal tutor's role to ensure that you receive constructive feedback and to deal with any queries you may have. You are more than welcome to telephone, fax or email your personal tutor.

You will also have access to a dedicated and friendly team of administrators and course advisors who offer sound and professional guidance and advice when you need it. This ensures that you will never feel neglected and that you will always succeed!

Assessment Method

After each lesson there will be a question paper, which needs to be completed and submitted to your personal tutor for marking. This method of continual assessment ensures that your personal tutor can consistently monitor your progress and provide you with assistance throughout the duration of the course.

What's Included

All study materials

Study Guide

Full Tutor and Admin support

The History of Aromatherapy
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:

Introduce aromatherapy, how it originated in Egypt and ways it interacts with the body.

Examine the different oils, contra-indications of massage and safety precautions practitioners should take.

Brief Overview of the Systems of the Body
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:

Examine the anatomy and physiology of the human body.

Identify six systems of the body.

Describe where the liver is located.

Define how many kidneys there are in the human body.

How Essential Oils Work (Part 1)
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:

Describe how essential oils work, their affects on different systems and methods of absorption.

Analyse how the respiratory system is affected by essential oils.

Describe how aromatherapy can help the �vicious circle� syndrome of the male.

How Essential Oils Work (Part 2)
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:

Examine the heart discussing the oils used in the treatment of circulatory, muscle and joint problems.

Identify the brain, immune and nervous systems and detail methods in which essential oils can be applied.

Summarise how the lymphatic system benefits from massage.

Explain where you would find neurons and glial cells.

The Production & Chemical Make-up of Essential Oils
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:

Evaluate the chemical make-up of individual oils and discuss various methods of distillation.

Discuss why some essential oils are distilled twice.

Examine why the industrial method of oil production no longer includes enfleurage.

Analyse what makes an essential oil �toxic�.

Creative Blending and Beauty Usage
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:

Discuss the various aspects of blending essential oils.

Examine in detail aromatic beauty care.

Explain what must be taken into consideration when blending oils.

Summarise the following skin types: normal, dry, and oily.

Stress! Its Causes and Cures
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:

Analyse stress, its causes, effects and reduction.

Evaluate the concept of Yin and Yang.

Explain what a Meridian is and discuss how it affects the human body.

Aromatherapy In The Home & Garden
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:

Describe how we can use plants and trees to create a therapeutic garden.

Describe the sort of plant you would choose for a window box or planter.

Identify the various aromas that top, middle and base notes emit.

Case Histories & How They Help
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:

Discuss your views on Case History No.3.

Compare your observations against theirs.

Aromatherapy For Those With Special Needs
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:

Evaluate how aromatherapy can be of assistance to those with physical, emotional or mental needs.

Analyse the different ailments aromatherapy can relieve in pets and give suggested treatment.

Summarise the interactive sequence for people handicapped by learning difficulties.

Describe how you would settle a kitten into your home.