Aromatherapy Classes and Certifications

The ancient art of aromatherapy is invaluable in helping us overcome the stresses of the modern day world. Through the use of aromas from essential oils, certain responses can be elicited within the nervous system to assist with relaxing or energizing, helping one sleep or creating a certain mood. Aromatherapy has been practiced for over 5,000 years, and its modern day resurgence gives us more choices in healing our bodies, emotions, mind and spirit, naturally.

Aromatherapy is a non-invasive, non-toxic, and pleasurable way to enhance our lives. It utilizes essential oils, or the vital, alive part of a flower, plant, fruit, grass or tree that is distilled in order to remove the active, fragrant part of the oil from its other components. This concentrated essential oil is what we work with. Because of its concentration, it is important to understand how to use it properly. When used with understanding, aromatherapy is invaluable for use as air fresheners, massage oils, baths, cosmetic uses and other means that we utilize to heal our body, emotions, mind, spirit and environment.

The Northeast Holistic Center offers aromatherapy classes, lectures, and a certification course (called Aromatherapy & You) in aromatherapy. Aromatherapy & You is also offered as a correspondence course. Please visit our calendar for upcoming classes, or call us for more information, to schedule a lecture or for a private aromatherapy session.

Aromatherapy Classes

Introduction To Aromatherapy is a two-day seminar, exploring the world of blending essential oils. Work with and experience thirteen essential oils. Each oil pertains to a particular body system or function. The experiential work incorporates the use of Lavender for the skin, Ginger for the circulatory system, Marjoram for the muscles and joints, Eucalyptus for the respiratory system, Tea Tree for the immune system, Peppermint for the digestive system, Juniper for the Urinary system, Lemon for detoxification, Geranium for hormonal balance, Lemongrass for the nervous system, Petitgrain for the emotions, Rosemary for the mind, and Frankincense for the spiritual aspect of the body. The possible healing qualities of your blends expand and grow as each oil is introduced. You will learn how to blend to assist your clients with their health needs for massages and reflexology, or even your family health care.

Aromatherapy Lectures

Learn about the ancient healing art of aromatherapy and the therapeutic value of essential oils through one of our aromatherapy lectures. Audience members will learn how to incorporate aromatic essences into everyday living for improved health and spiritual growth.

Aromatherapy Certification Program

Aromatherapy & You Certification
Also available is a more in-depth study of and experiential work with essential oils in the Aromatherapy & You classes. The Aromatherapy & You Certification program includes the twenty-four classes, practicum work and application for certification. Upon completion of the class and practicum work, a satisfactorily completed written exam and supervised aromatherapy session will complete the certification process.

Taught within the philosophy of total wellness (body, mind, emotions and spirit) the Aromatherapy and You Certification is a more in-depth study of and experiential work with essential oils in the Aromatherapy & You classes.

This comprehensive certification course in aromatherapy offers an in-depth exploration of 68 essential oils, from the creation of blends to working with clients. Practical uses for the essential oils are given, the phytochemical makeup of each oil is taught, and the benefits of a wide variety of carrier oils are discussed. Students of the Aromatherapy and You certification course come away with a well-rounded and deep education in the use of essential oils for total wellness.

The Aromatherapy & You Certification program includes the twenty-four classes, practicum work and application for certification.

Note: You can take an individual class, OR you can take the twenty-four class course certification program. Aromatherapy & You is also offered as a correspondence course. Please visit our calendar for upcoming classes, or call us for more information.

Essential Oils Covered in Aromatherapy and You Classes for Certification [listed by class number]:

1. Lavender & Peppermint
2. Tea Tree, Cajeput & Thyme
3. Oregano, Melissa & Carrot Seed
4. Litsea Cubeba, Patchouli & Ylang Ylang
5. Ginger, Garlic, Cinnamon
6. Pine, Fir & Spruce
7. Citronella, Lemongrass & Dill
8. Carrier Oils
9. Sweet Orange, Nutmeg & Vanilla
10. Clary Sage, Rose, Geranium & Lemon Verbena
11. Tangerine, Spearmint & Elemi
12. Sandalwood, Black Pepper & Bay
13. Neroli, Cedarwood & Rosewood
14. Lemon, Sage & Helichrysum
15. Marjoram, Birch & Camphor
16. Lime, Winter Savory & Myrtle
17. Eucalyptus Globus, Eucalyptus Citriodora, Hyssop & Thyme
18. Chamomile, Coriander & Tarragon
19. Juniper, Cypress & Parsley Seed
20. Fennel, Clove, Yarrow & Palmarosa
21. Petitgrain, Bergamot & Grapefruit
22. Rosemary, Basil & Cardamom
23. Vetiver, Myrrh & Frankincense
24. Written Exam.

Class Materials Covered [listed by class number]:

1. Investigate many ways to use essential oils mixed with base oils.
2. Learn about the history of Aromatherapy. Discuss the possible toxicity of essential oils.
3. Discover a Basic Care Kit that can assist you for almost every need.
4. Practice basic massage techniques for the administering of aromatherapy.
5. Find out how to use essential oils in cooking.
6. Spring cleaning with essential oils instead of toxic chemicals - a different approach.
7. Yes, aromatherapy can assists in getting rid of pests and helping pets.
   
8. Explore several different types of base oils. Carrier oils contain certain aspects that can assist in each blend.
9. Travel a lot and want essential oils for your every need?
10. This class explores aromatherapy just for a woman's needs.
11. This class focuses on how aromatherapy can be used for children.
12. Aromatherapy for Men: Explore remedies for men's special needs.
13. Explore essential oils for the skin, hair & body.
14. Explore how essential oils interact with the ears, nose and throat.
15. Work with oils for the muscles, joints & circulatory system.
16. Learn how to ask the questions that can assist yourself and your loved ones to use the appropriate essential oils to maintain health.
17. The respiratory system and how aromatherapy can affect your health are discussed.
18. Explore how essential oils affect the nervous system.
19. Learn how to promote your business and be a holistic professional as a Certified Aromatherapist.
20. The focus is on how essential oils can affect the digestive tract.
21. The emotions and how they interact with the properties of essential oils.
22. Work with aromatherapy to clear the mind and thinking.
23. Open to the spiritual uses of essential oils. Explore oils to assist open the chakras through meditation.
24. After successfully completing all classes and classwork, a written questionnaire about the proper use of essential oils and how they are used is required for certification by the NHC.

Practicum Requirements: The final part of the certification process is a satisfactorily completed, teacher supervised and evaluated private aromatherapy session with appropriate documentation by the student.

For more information on aromatherapy education please contact us or view our calendar.