Aromatherapy Diploma - City & Guilds

Aromatherapy Diploma Course - City & Guilds

Stop Press! Updated course - new City & Guilds Diploma

“It is very exciting that you are providing the first distance learning course (in the world) which meets the National Occupational Standards and the Aromatherapy Council standards and that we are able to promote it.”- Joyce West - Chair, Aromatherapy & Allied Practitioners’ Association.

This is mapped to the Core Curriculum of the lead body for UK aromatherapy: the Aromatherapy Council. It enables the student to join professional bodies and regulators upon completion of the full programme (includes 6 mandatory tutorials/Guided Learning Hours). The course consists of 9 modules including 3 Anatomy, Physiology & Pathology modules and 2 generic modules.

The diploma course uses the AAPA portfolio system. The tutorials will cover your practical technique, exploring the therapeutic relationship, business and marketing and more. Students therefore have the choice to take the theoretical distance learning aspect only and attend a workshop(s) of their choice and this will enable them to set up as a therapist. Alternatively you can attend the 94 hours practical element at the college to qualify to join the register and become a member of the Aromatherapy & Allied Practitioners’ Association (AAPA). This is also the option to undertake for the diploma with City & Guilds – see the Kevala Prospectus for full details. This will incur extra exam fees for the City and Guilds certification.

Course Outline

The course comprises 9 modules plus additional reference material and areas include:-

Full A, P & P course
What is an Essential Oil
Plant Families
Dilutions for Blending
Dermal Absorption
Labelling
Ethics
Body Energy Flow
Case Studies Thesis
Toxicity
Chemistry of Oils
Limbic System
Taxonomy and biosynthesis
Effects on the Emotions
Health and Safety,
Risk Assessment
The Medicinal Oils and much more...

Plus 2 part Essential Oil Guide and Instructional DVD.

Please talk to one of the Learning Support Team if you want more content information or view the full Core Curriculum at www.aromatherapycouncil.co.uk.

Guided Learning Hours

Guided learning hours for the course are 360 hours. This includes 20 hours of reflective practice if you are completing the full Diploma. During the course you will need to complete a number of case studies. 60 case studies must be completed for the City & Guilds/Kevala Diploma and 20 case studies for City &Guild Certificate.

Examinations

If students want to take the City & Guilds (C&G) examinations then the costs are as follows:

Exam fees for the Certificate in Aromatherapy plus A,P &P = £50.00
Exam fees for the Diploma in Aromatherapy plus A,P&P = £71.00
(Please note that these figures may change from time to time outside of our control but we will endeavour to keep students informed of any annual increase in charges).

Exam fees are to be paid to the Kevala centre once you are ready to take your final examination. Dates will be posted in advance. The cost of the Kevala exam is included in the course fee, if you wish to receive the Kevala diploma.

What qualifications does this course give?

Having passed the course and final examinations, the student will receive a diploma – City and Guilds Diploma in Aromatherapy if you have chosen this option or Complementary Health Education Diploma in Aromatherapy for Kevala option. (You will also be entitled to use the letters C.H.Ed Dip Aroma). If you join the AAPA, you will be able to use MAAPA after your name.

What support is available?

Full support is available from your own personal tutor. In addition the practical tutorials are held on various weekends throughout the year either at the Centre or in Hinckley, Leics. Extended weekend (4 day) tutorials are also available (subject to demand).
In addition there will be a DVD of the aromatherapy massage routine with Carole. Insurance details are given with your enrolment pack for UK students. You can also email the college or call Monday to Friday 8.30am-4.30pm.

(see also the Aromatherapy section in the library)

How do I enrol?

You can Enrol Today. Simply choose one of the two payment options below and click the link.

Please read the Terms & Conditions of Enrolment, before completing and submitting your Enrolment Form.

Fees for Practical Weekends:-

6 Weekend tutorials at £150.00 each = £900.00 - Please note that these are paid for as and when you book your tutorial.