Aromatherapy

Aromatherapy involves the use of plant oils to massage and treat various ailments of the body and mind. You will learn to treat a client by choosing the appropriate oil on the basis of its healing properties and then by applying this oil using massage and acupressure points suitable to the condition and client you are treating.

Syllabus
* History of Aromatherapy
* Anatomy and Physiology
* Aromatherapy Massage
* Essential Oils - origins, chemistry and therapeutic properties
* Carrier oils and their effects
* Blending of essential oils
* Contraindications
* Philosophy of Complimentary Medicines

Prequisite:
Candidates must hold a qualification in Anatomy and Physiology or equivalent to be eligible on this Course.

Exams:
Multiple choice Question Examination Paper and Practical Exam
Completion of Case Studies.

Cost of Course: 1200euros
Special rates for past and existing students of Pembroke College.