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Aromatherapy Diploma Course

Professional qualification course in

Holistic Clinical Aromatherapy,

Essential Oil Terapeutics,

Terapeutic Massage andAnatomy & Physiology

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HE INSIUE OF

RADIIONAL HERBAL MEDICINE

AND AROMAHERAPY

[email protected]

Office Address:

IHMA11 Denman RoadLondon SE15 5NS

el: 020 7708 2626

London eaching Venue:

Regents CollegeRegents Park

London NW1 4NF(for information purposes only;

please send no correspondence)

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Welcomeby Gabriel Mojay, Institute Principal 1

About the Institute; London Teaching Venue 2

PROFESSIONAL AROMATHERAPY DIPLOMA COURSE

Introduction 3

Syllabus Modules 4

General Information 9

Institute Principal 10

Institute Faculty 11

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Welcome!

Tank you for your enquiry. As you will see from the forthcoming pages, we arededicated here at the Institute to providing the very best in professional Aromatherapyand complementary healthcare training. Te qualifications that we award in thesefields are widely respected, and lead to membership of the worlds leading professionalassociation the International Federation of Professional Aromatherapists (IFPA).

Since 1987, the Institute has gained an international reputation for excellence inAromatherapy education. Our main Diploma Course in Professional Aromatherapy

is a comprehensive, integrated training programme a dynamic blend of scientificand holistic, Eastern and Western therapeutic approaches. It is carefully designedto provide students with all the necessary skills and knowledge to practice Clinical

Aromatherapy safely and effectively, and in addition serves as a specialist trainingresource for those pursuing careers in the expanding essential oil product industries.

We pride ourselves at the Institute on both our educational excellence and our friendly, personal approach. Ifyou have any questions regarding our training courses, please feel free to phone or email us. You may also liketo to come and meet us at our collge venue. In either case, we would welcome the opportunity to learn of yourinterests and aspirations, and share with you in turn our vision of natural health.

Wishing you every success,

Gabriel MojayInstitute Principal

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Te Institute of raditional Herbal Medicine andAromatherapy (IHMA) was established in the 1987,and has since trained hundreds of individuals in acomprehensive, dynamic approach to Professional

Aromatherapy, Terapeutic Massage and a rangeof associated natural therapies. Te Institute isdedicated to the study of complementary healthcarefrom all main viewpoints the scientific, energeticand psychological and places a special emphasison learning that can be practically applied.

Te Institute has guided some 60 groups of studentsthrough its Diploma Course in ProfessionalAromatherapy, and has held well over 100 advanced

and special courses taught by well-known practitioner-educators. Graduates of the Institute practice ClinicalAromatherapy and Terapeutic Massage throughoutthe UK, Ireland, the Netherlands, Denmark, Sweden,Norway, Iceland, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, the CzechRepublic, Germany, France, Spain, Italy, Greece,urkey, South Africa, India, Japan, Hong Kong,aiwan, Korea, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, theUSA, Mexico, Jamaica, rinidad, obago and Brazil.

LONDON EACHING VENUE - REGENS COLLEGE

All our training courses are heldat Regents College, a first-classteaching venue located in beautifulRegents Park, in central London.

Surrounded by the gardens, lawnsand tree-lined lakes of this tranquilRoyal Park, the College is a 5-minute

walk from Baker Street and RegentsPark Underground Stations, yet wellaway from busy traffic.

ABOU HE INSIUE

Our unique qualification courses are the result of 20years of continuous development of curriculum, facultyand teaching resources. Institute faculty membershave been responsible for setting training standards

at a number of professional levels. As a result, theInstitutes Aromatherapy Diploma Course conformsto and exceeds the educational standards establishedby leading organizations including the InternationalFederation of Professional Aromatherapy and the USNational Association for Holistic Aromatherapy.

In addition to gaining a wide reputation for excellencein the field of Aromatherapy Diploma training, theInstitute has distinguished itself as a training centre

for Acupressure Massage and an Oriental Medicineapproach to Aromatherapy. A leader in the field ofcontinuing professional development, it has hosteda variety of advanced courses including AdvancedClinical Aromatherapy, Aromadermatology, andAromatherapy Product Development. Institutecourses are taught by practitioner-educators who areexperts in their field, while our Aromatherapy DiplomaCourse features tutors of international standing.

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1. ESSENIAL OIL SCIENCE & SAFEY

Tis module provides students with a thorough foundation

in the science and safe use of essential oils.

u Key definitions:defining fundamental terms such as

aromatherapy, essential oil, aromatic extract, absolute,

oleoresin, chemotype, fixed oil, herbal oil, hydrolat, etc.

u Botany and biogenesis: aromatic plants and their

taxonomic classifications; plant structure and functions;

glandular structures; metabolic pathways and essential

oil biogenesis; the roles of essential oils within plants.

u Plant identification: recognizing aromatic plants

growing in Nature at the Royal Botanic Kew Gardens,

and with the aid of our extensive slide photographs.

u Essential oil chemistry: fundamental aspects of

organic chemistry; the major families of essential oil

components their definitions, bioactivity, uses and

safety issues; methods of essential oil analysis.

u Essential oil safety and contraindications:hazards of

essential oil use including irritant dermatitis, allergic

contact dermatitis, sensitization, photosensitivity,

acute and chronic toxicity; essential oil metabolism and

excretion; therapist safety; safe bottling and labelling.

2. ESSENIAL OIL PRODUCION & QUALIY

Tis module gives students an understanding of how

essential oils and related products are produced, and the

factors that influence their purity and quality.

u Methods of extraction: hydrodistillation, steam

distillation, water and steam distillation; expression;

solvent extraction; carbon dioxideextraction; enfleurage.

u Quality control: essential oil identification criteria;

organoleptic analysis (colour, viscosity and aroma

profile); methods of physical analysis; adulteration.

u Storage:handling and storing essentials oils; oxidation,

spoilage and shelf life.

u Related botanical products:hydrolats (aromatic

waters), tisanes, decoctions, tinctures, herbal oils

their production, quality control and therapeutic uses.

u Important fixed oils:sweet almond, apricot kernel,

avocado, castor, coconut, evening primrose, hazelnut,

jojoba, kukui nut, macadamia nut, olive, peach kernel,

rose hip, safflower, sesame seed, sunflower seed,

tamanu, walnut, wheatgerm oils.u Important herbal oils:arnica, calendula, wild carrot,

comfrey, devils claw, echinacea, fenugreek, gotu kola,

hypericum, lime blossom, meadowsweet oils.

3. HISORICAL & PHILOSOPHICAL ROOS

Tis module traces the development of Aromatherapy fromits origins in the ancient use of aromatics to its emergenceas a modern form of natural healing.

u Te evolution of aromatherapy:the traditional use ofaromatics; the development of distillation; the modernhistory of essential oil use to the present day.

u Modern natural medicine:holistic principles of health;biochemical, energetic, structural and psychologicalforms of natural healing; complementary medicine andintegrated healthcare; regulatory issues.

4. MEHODS OF APPLICAION & BLENDING

In this module we look at the various routes through whichessential oils are absorbed by the body, together with theways they are applied therapeutically.

u Mechanisms of action:inhalation (olfaction; cerebraland respiratory absorption); skin absorption; internaladministration (reference only).

u Methods of application: direct inhalation; steaminhalation; diffusion; baths; massage; compresses;creams, ointments, lotions and gels; hair and mouth care.

u Blending:theories of blending according to fragrance,

chemistry and symptomatology; aesthetic, clinical andpsychological approaches; synergy and antagonism.u Practical formulating:hands-on base product creation

of creams and ointments from raw materials; in-classformulating of aromatic products for the skin and hair.

AROMAHERAPY DIPLOMA COURSE: SYLLABUS MODULES 1 - 4

Students studying lavender plants and their essential oilsat the Royal Botanic Kew Gardens

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5. INDIVIDUAL ESSENIAL OILS

Tis module is composed of an in-depth survey of 70

essential oils and their main chemotypes. Te study of each

aromatic plant includes its botanical name and family;botanical source and geographical origin; extraction method

and yield; physical characteristics and aroma; chemical

composition; traditional and general uses; energetic and

psychological effects according to Oriental Medicine;

therapeutic applications; cautions and contraindications.

1 Aniseed (Pimpinella anisum)

2 Angelica Root (Angelica archangelica)

3 Carrot Seed (Daucus carota)

4 Basil (Ocimum basilicum)5 Bergamot (Citrus bergamia)

6 Cajeput (Melaleuca cajuputi)

7 Caraway (Carum carvi)

8 Cardamom (Elettaria cardamomum)

9 Cedar, Atlas (Cedrus atlantica)

10 Cedar, Red (Juniperus virginiana)

11 Chamomile, German (Chamomilla recutita)

12 Chamomile, Roman (Chamaemelum nobile)

13 Cinnamon Leaf (Cinnamomum zeylanicum)

14 Citronella (Cymbopogon nardus)

15 Clary Sage (Salvia sclarea)

16 Clove Bud (Syzygium aromaticum)

17 Coriander Seed (Coriandrum sativum)

18 Cypress (Cupressus sempervirens)

19 Eucalyptus (Eucalyptusspecies)

20 Everlasting (Helichrysum italicum)

21 Fennel, Sweet (Foeniculum vulgare)

22 Frankincense (Boswellia carteri)

23 Geranium (Pelargonium graveolens)

24 Ginger (Zingiber officinale)

25 Grapefruit (Citrus x paradisi)26 Hinoki (Chamaecyparis obtusa)

27 Ho Leaf (Cinnamomum camphora ctlinalool)

28 Hyssop (Hyssopus officinalis)

29 Jasmine, Arabian (Jasminum sambac)

30 Jasmine, Spanish (Jasminum grandiflorum)

31 Juniper Berry (Juniperus communis)

32 Laurel (Laurus nobilis)

33 Lavandin (Lavandula x intermedia)

34 Lavender, Spanish (Lavandula stoechas)

35 Lavender, Spike (Lavandula latifolia)36 Lavender, rue (Lavandula angustifolia)

37 Lemon (Citrus limonum)

38 Lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus)

39 Lime (Citrus aurantifolia)

40 Mandarin; angerine (Citrus reticulata)

41 Marjoram (Origanum majorana)

42 Melissa (Melissa officinalis)

43 Mint, Lemon (Mentha citrata)44 Myrrh (Commiphora myrrha)

45 Myrtle (Myrtus communis)

46 Neroli (Citrus aurantiumssp aurantiumflos)

47 Niaouli (Melaleuca quinquenervia)

48 Orange, Sweet (Citrus sinensis)

49 Palmarosa (Cymbopogon martiniivar motia)

50 Patchouli (Pogostemon cablin)

51 Pepper, Black (Piper nigrum)

52 Peppermint (Mentha piperita)

53 Petitgrain (Citrus aurantiumssp aurantiumfol)54 Pine, Scots (Pinus sylvestris)

55 Ravintsara (Cinnamomum camphora ctcineole)

56 Rock Rose (Cistus ladaniferus)

57 Rose (Rosa damascena)

58 Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalischemotypes)

59 Sage, Spanish (Salvia lavandulifolia)

60 Sandalwood (Santalumspecies)

61 Savory, Winter (Satureia montana)

62 Spearmint (Mentha spicata)

63 Spikenard (Nardostachys jatamansi)

64 Spruce, Black (Picea mariana)

65 ea ree (Melaleuca alternifolia)

66 Tyme (Tymus vulgarischemotypes)

67 Vetiver (Vetiveria zizanioides)

68 Yarrow (Achillea millefolium)

69 Ylang Ylang (Cananga odorata)

70 Yuzu (Citrus junos)

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Provence Rose

(Rosa centifolia)

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AROMAHERAPY DIPLOMA COURSE: SYLLABUS MODULE 6

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6. AROMAHERAPY ACCORDING O

ORIENAL MEDICINE

Tis two-part module gives students a practical foundation

in the application of Oriental diagnosis to Aromatherapy.It provides a holistic approach to essential oil therapeutics

based on a widely-respected traditional system of medicine,

and complements the study of essential oil science.

Part 1: Aromatic Energetics & the Five Elements

Te foundation of this module involves an indepth study

of the energetic and psychological effects of natural

fragrance: how various primary fragrance notes reflect

the therapeutic actions of essential oils on the body-mindsvital energy (Qi). At the same time, it introduces one of

the main pillars of Oriental Medicine - the theory of the

Five Elements - and how the Five Elements is applied to

Psychological Aromatherapy.

u Aromatic energetics:fragrance as an active quality;

the Oriental and Ayurvedic classification of herbal

taste qualities; odour profiling; essential oil fragrance

families and their energetic and psychological effects.

u Te Oriental Five Elements:their associated season,

Organs, Spirit, root emotion and fragrance energy;

Five Element Health Assessment and Psychological

Aromatherapy; the treatment of nervous tension,

anxiety and depression, worry and overthinking etc.

Part 2: Essential Oil Energetics & Oriental Diagnosis

Te most articulate terminology for the energetic properties

of medicinal plants is to be found in Oriental Medicine.

It allows us to frame the holistic effect of essential oils in

an accurate, detailed and yet accessible way.

Oriental Medicine offers an approach to health assessment

that ensures that treatment addresses the root cause of

any health problem. In the second part of this module,

the properties of essential oils are taught in a way that

relates their symptomatic uses to their holistic actions onthe body, mind and spirit.

u Yin and Yang:Yin-Yang in Nature; Yin-Yang aspects of

the body and mind; Yin-Yang properties of essential oils.

u Te Vital Substances:Qi(vital energy), Blood, Fluids,

genetic Essence and Shen(Spirit) their functions and

disharmonies; conditions of deficiency, excess and

stagnation; tonifying, sedating and regulating actions

of essential oils.

u Causes of disease according to Oriental Medicine:

physical (external),emotional (internal), constitutional

(genetic) and environmental causative factors of disease;

conditions of Cold, Heat, Wind, Dampness, etc;

warming, cooling, dispersing and decongesting actions

of essential oils.

u Oriental Health Assessment:client questioning and

observation; tongue diagnosis; taking a case history;

analysing and interpreting signs and symptoms.

u Oriental Medicine in clinical practice:the functions

and dysfunctions of the organs in Oriental Medicine;

diagnostic categories of organ disharmony; indicatedessential oils for each main category; the energetic

properties of 70 essential oils and their chemotypes;

therapeutic intention; effective treatment planning.

MEALOrgan:Lungs

Spirit:Po(Instinct)Aroma-energies:

camphoraceous,coniferous

WAEROrgan:Kidneys

Spirit:Zhi(Will)Aroma-energies:

rooty-earthy,dry-woody

EARHOrgan:Spleen

Spirit:Yi(Intellect)Aroma-energies:

lemony, minty,sweet-woody,

resinous

WOODOrgan:Liver

Spirit:Hun(Soul)Aroma-energies:

sweet-herbaceous,green, fruity

FIREOrgan:Heart

Spirit:Shen(Spirit)Aroma-energies:

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AROMAHERAPY DIPLOMA COURSE: SYLLABUS MODULE 7 - 10

9. PRACICE MANAGEMEN & BUSINESS SKILLS

Te focus of this module is on training students in the

promotion and management of a professional practice.

u Ethics and professionalism: codes of professional

conduct; ethical practice; confidentiality and secure

record keeping; data protection; the therapeutic

relationship and its professional boundaries.

u Legal aspects of practice:health and safety regulations;

Consumer Protection Act; Goods and Services Act;

rade Descriptions Act; local by-laws; professional

indemnity; public and products liability insurance.

u Practice promotion:establishing and maintaining a

professional aromatherapy practice; advertising and

marketing; social media; curriculum vitae.u Business skills: sole traderships, partnerships and

limited companies; financial management; keeping

accounts; taxation; National Insurance; pensions.

u Liaison with other healthcare professionals:when

and how to liaise with medical personnel; working

within mainstream healthcare settings.

10. PROFESSIONAL SELFDEVELOPMEN

Tis module provides students with an understanding of

the key elements of continuing professional development.

u Continuing professional development: lifelong

learning and its importance for practitioners; keepingabreast of developments within the profession;aromatherapy professional bodies includimg theInternational Federation of Professional Aromatherapists

(IFPA); practitioner support groups.u Personal self-development: the importance of

maintaining practitioner health and well-being.

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7. AROMAHERAPY IN CLINICAL PRACICE

Tis module provides the range of skills and knowledgerequired for the safe and effective practice of Aromatherapy.

u reatment room preparation:ensuring an hygienic,safe and professional clinical environment.

u Consultation skills:effective case history recording;listening and questioning skills; producing a detailedConsultation Report; monitoring ongoing progress.

u reatment planning: essential oil selection; clinicalformulating; treatment type, duration and frequency.

u Clinical contraindications:conditions requiring theavoidance of specific essential oils or treatment methods.

u Aromatherapy for specific conditions: strategiesfor helping a range of common ailments, including

insomnia, headache, bronchitis, asthma, osteoarthritis,menstrual pain, fungal infections, and other conditions.

u Psychological aromatherapy:the mental-emotionalbenefits of essential oils; helping clients with problemssuch as nervous tension, anxiety and depression, etc.

u Aromatherapy for specific client groups: treatingpregnant mothers, babies and children, elderly clients;aromatherapy and essential oils in cancer care.

u Client home care:post-treatment guidance; preparingand dispensing aromatherapeutic products for clienthome use; basic dietary and lifestyle recommendations.

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Client referral:conditions that require the attentionof a physician and/or other healthcare professional.

8. AROMAHERAPY RESEARCH

Tis module provides students with an understandingof scientific research, and its vital role in Aromatherapy.

u Research methodologies:defining and distinguishingresearch and audit; qualitative and quantitative research;in vitroand in vivoresearch methods; placebo; validity.

u Research literature:conducting an effective and valid

literature search; critically analysing research papers;applying research to clinical practice.

u Aromatherapy research:essential oil constituentanalysis and research; laboratory investigation; clinicalresearch trials; research project planning; clincial audit.

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12. ANAOMY & PAHOPHYSIOLOGY

Tis module gives students a thorough grounding in theanatomy, physiology and basic pathology of the human body,

essential for the practice of complementary medicine.

u Cells: organization, metabolism, responsiveness, growth,repair and reproduction; cell structure and function.

u issues: epithelial, connective, muscular and nervoustissue; tissue repair and conditions affecting it.

u Te Integumentary System:the functions of the skin;the epidermal, dermal, subcutaneous skin layers; commonskin diseases and allergies.

u Te Skeletal System:the development and structure ofbone cells; the structure, location and functions of thebones and joints; surface anatomy; the spinal vertebrae;

common skeletal disorders.u Te Muscular System: skeletal, smooth and cardiac

muscle, its structure and functions; muscle contraction;origin and insertion; muscle fatigue; tendons andligaments; common diseases of the muscular system.

u Te Nervous System: the structure and functions ofneurons and glial cells; synapses; the structure andfunctions of the brain and spinal cord; the limbic system;sensory reception and adaptation; the autonomicnervous system; common diseases of the nervous system.

u Te Special Senses:the structure and functions of thespecial senses: hearing, sight, taste, touch and smell; the

process of olfaction; sensory disorders.u Te Endocrine System:the functions of the endocrine

system; homeostasis; the principal glands and hormones;common diseases of the endocrine system.

u he Cardiovascular System: the composition andfunctions of the blood; blood disorders; the structureand functions of the heart; common heart diseases; theprincipal arteries and veins; vascular disorders.

u Te Lymphatic System:the structure and functions ofthe lymphatic system; lymph nodes and lymphatic tissue;common diseases of the lymphatic system.

u he Immune System: specific immunity and non-

specific defence mechanisms; antigens and antibodies;inflammation; the allergic response; immune disorders.

u Te Respiratory System:major respiratory structures;the structure and functions of the lungs; external andinternal respiration; common respiratory diseases.

u Te Digestive System: the structure and functions ofthe digestive system; ingestion, digestion, absorptionand elimination; the small and large intestines; commondiseases of the digestive system.

u Te Urinary System: the structure and functions ofthe urinary system, kidneys and nephrons; water andelectrolyte balance; common urinary diseases.

u Te Reproductive System: the structure of the maleand female reproductive systems; male and female sexhormones; the menstrual cycle; the stages of pregnancy;common diseases of the reproductive system.

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11. HERAPEUIC MASSAGE

Massage is one of the most important methods of applyingessential oils in Aromatherapy, and is of proven therapeuticbenefit in its own right. Proficiency in Terapeutic Massageis an IFPA membership requirement, and the Institute haslong history of excellence in this field.

Te Terapeutic Massage module provides students withall the necessary skills to carry out an effective full bodymassage treatment one that can be fluently adapted tomeet individual client needs. Our approach to massage istherefore broad-based, and encompasses elements drawn

from both Holistic and Swedish Massage.

Te main objectives of the massage techniques taught are to

relieve tension, promote blood circulation and lymphaticdrainage, improve muscular tone, and enhance nervousconductivity. At the same time, they serve as an effectivemethod of essential oil application.

u Te history and benefits of massage:physiological andpsychological effects; massage styles; equipment.

u Posture, balance, focus and intention; touch andsensitivity; client care, comfort and handling.

u Te living anatomy of each body surface area;localmuscular and skeletal structures.

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Classical movements and principal techniques:effleurage, petrissage, friction, vibration and tapotment;developing the use of fingers, thumbs, elbows and palms.

u Terapeutic massage of the entire body and face;incorporating techniques for each body surface area.

u Special manual techniques:soft tissue manipulation;neuromuscular technique; muscle energy techniques;passive stretching; joint mobilization.

u Contraindications: circumstances and disorders forwhich massage treatment should be avoided or modified.

u Client assessment; tailoring massage to the clientsneeds; post-treatment evaluation.

u Massage for specific client groups:treating pregnantmothers and elderly clients; massage in cancer care.

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Course Dates, Fees and Enrolment

Please refer to the accompanying Course Detailssheetand Application Form, or let us know if you require these.

Accommodation and ravel

Where required, the Institute can recommend economicalovernight accommodation very near Regents College.Students are eligible for mainline Student Rail Cards.

Exemption from A&P and Terapeutic Massage

Prospective students can claim exemption from classesand assessments in Anatomy and Pathophysiology and/orMassage through submitting evidence of prior training.

Course Material and Presentation

Te course incorporates extensive printed course notes,

and numerous photos of aromatic plants are shown.

Written Assignments and Case Studies

Home-based learning is a vital part of the Diploma Course.A student will need to devote 6 to 8 hours per week tocompleting written assignments and case study work.Case study practice involves giving Aromatherapyconsultations and treatment sessions to family membersand friends. It provides students with invaluable experiencein all aspects of Aromatherapy practice, and prepares themfor a confident start to their professional work.

Examinations

In order to qualify for the Institute Diploma, students arerequired by the International Federation of ProfessionalAromatherapists to pass the following final assessments:

1. A practical exam in Aromatherapy and Massage;2. A written exam in Aromatherapy;3. A written exam in Anatomy and Physiology (unless

exemption is granted prior to the start of the course).

Student Attendance and Course Work RequirementStudents are expected to attend at least 80% of classesin order to be eligible for the Diploma. All outstandingwritten assignments must be submitted within 6 monthsof the final teaching day, while all case studies should besubmitted within 12 months. Students are expected to sitall examinations within 2 years of the final teaching day.

Professional Membership

Diploma Course graduates are eligible for membershipof the International Federation of ProfessionalAromatherapists (IFPA), the worlds largest Aromatherapyassociation. IFPA membership includes benefits such asclient referrals, insurance cover, international conferences,and subscription to ito its quarterly professional journal,

In Essence.

AROMAHERAPY DIPLOMA COURSE: GENERAL INFORMAION

Career OpportunitiesTe number of people seeking the services of professionalcomplementary therapists has been growing steadily forover the last three decades. Tis trend has reflected theexpanding interest in natural medicine as a whole, now oneof the strongest growth areas of many national economies.

Te demand for well-trained Professional Aromatherapistshas meant that graduates of the Institute practice in a wide

variety of situations, including natural health centres,health clubs and spas, nursing homes and hospitals aswell as at their own home-based treatment rooms.

As with any new business, Professional Aromatherapyrequires enthusiasm and commitment to establish a careerin this rewarding field. Our graduates have consistently

shown us that the potential for success is always there together with the fulfilment that comes from improvingthe well-being of others.

OverviewIt is important that the course one undertakes is ableto do justice to the knowledge and skills that make upthe therapy of ones choice. Only a truly comprehensivetraining is able to provide the expertise and confidencenecessary for success as a Professional Aromatherapist.

Te Institute has trained many successful practitioners,and has an outstanding reputation for thorough, dynamicinstruction. We are dedicated to ensuring that, by the endof their training, each student is fully competent to carryout all that is required of a first-class Aromatherapist.

Our graduates, in addition, possess a range of furtherskills and knowledge that reflect the unique aspects of ourtraining programme in particular, Oriental Medicine andessential oil energetics, and an in-depth study of the biology,chemistry and psychological properties of essential oils.

estimonialsOver the years we have received numerous unsolicitedletters of appreciation from Diploma Course graduates.More than 200 of these are available to read at our website:

www.aromatherapy-studies.com/dip-feedback.html

The International Federation of

Professional Aromatherapists

Accredited Training Provider

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INSIUE PRINCIPAL

Vol 1 No 2 ofIn Essence,co-edited by Gabriel Mojay

Gabriel Mojay

Gabriel Mojays book,Aromatherapy forHealing the Spirit

Gabriel Mojay FIFPA,MBAcC,CertEd

INSIUE PRINCIPAL

Senior utor in Clinical Aromatherapy and Oriental Medicine

Gabriel Mojay first studied natural medicine in 1978, initially training in Shiatsu Terapyand Oriental Medicine. He later became a registered member of the Shiatsu Society. In 1988he completed four years of training in raditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture,and became a member of the British Acupuncture Council.

Gabriel trained in Clinical Aromatherapy and Medical Herbalism in the 1980s, principallywith Carlo De Paoli at the Institute of raditional Herbal Medicine. He has also completedcourses in scientific Aromatherapy with Pirre Franchomme and Dr. Daniel Pnel, andwith the Natural Oils Research Association (President: Professor Dietrich Wabner). In hisprivate therapy practice, Gabriel specializes in the therapeutic use of essential oils, Westernand Chinese herbal medicines, and Aromatic Acupressure and Meridian Massage.

In 1990 Gabriel founded the Register of Qualified Aromatherapists (RQA), and was the firstChairman of the Aromatherapy Organisations Council (AOC). In 1992 he organized anAOC conference entitledEssential Oils and Public Safety,at which experts on toxicologyand the essential oil marketing trade addressed important issues of essential oil safety. Teconference helped to pave the way for the formation of the Aromatherapy rade Council(AC). Gabriel was also instrumental in the formation of the International Federation ofProfessional Aromatherapists (IFPA) in April 2002, and has served as its founding Vice-Chairman, Publications Chair and Conference Chair. In 2005 he was awarded Fellowshipof IFPA.

Gabriel has given lecture presentations at international conferences hosted by theisserand Institute (UK), the National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy (USA), theInternational Federation of Professional Aromatherapists (UK), the Czech Associationof Aromatherapists, the Canadian Federation of Aromatherapists, the British ColumbiaAssociation of Practicing Aromatherapists, the Pacific Institute of Aromatherapy (USA),and the Essential Oil Resource Consultants (France). He has also given seminars in Ireland,Australia, Japan, Hong Kong and Mexico.

Gabriel is co-author of Shiatsu ~ the complete guide(HarperCollins), and ofAromatherapyfor Healing the Spirit(Healing Arts Press/Fragrance Journal). Te latter book outlines asystematic approach to utilizing the psychological benefits of essential oils according to thebody-mind relationships of Oriental Medicine. It has been translated into several different

languages, and has been well-received around the world.

Gabriel has contributed articles to leading Aromatherapy and natural health journalsincluding the International Journal of Aromatherapy, Aromatherapy Quarterly (UK),Positive Health(UK), the NAHAAromatherapy Journal(USA),Aromatic Tymes(USA),Aromatopia(Japan) and the International Journal of Clinical Aromatherapy (France).He was founding Co-Editor of IFPAs professional journal,In Essence.

Gabriel is a very experienced Aromatherapy teacher who conveys his passion for this healingart and science to all who study with him. He is a leading authority on the application ofOriental Medicine to Aromatherapy, and has taught extensively in both the UK and abroad.

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Emma Charlton BA,MIFPA,PGCE

INSIUE VICEPRINCIPAL

Senior utor in Terapeutic Massage, Practice Management and Business Studies

Emma completed her Aromatherapy & Terapeutic Massage training at IHMA in 2000. Shewent on to practise at a multi-disciplinary therapy centre in Barnes, where she specialisedin treating pregnant women. For several years her complementary therapy work was basedpartly in the corporate sector, where she provided workplace massage to large companies.

Since qualifying, Emma has developed her therapeutic skills by completing a variety of furthertraining courses including Pulsing, No Hands Massage, Indian Head Massage, pregnancymassage and Reiki. Since 2010 she has worked as an aromatherapist for the Cara rust, aLondon charity working with adults living with HIV/AIDS. She currently maintains a busyaromatherapy practise in wickenham, which she combines with her practise at Cara rust.

Dr Rachel Tomasson BSc,MSc,MBBS,PhD

Senior utor in Anatomy, Pathophysiology and Research Studies

Rachel obtained a BSc in Psychology and an MSc in Neurosciences before embarking onmedical training in 1998. Alongside her clinical studies, she completed a PhD in Neurosciencesat Great Ormond Street Hospital and the Institute of Child Health, before graduating fromUniversity College London Medical School in 2006. After spending two years in generalmedicine and surgery, Rachel chose to specialise in Psychiatry. She currently works as apractising Psychiatrist in the NHS.

Rachel remains firmly committed to taking a holistic approach to working therapeutically withthe mind and body. She completed the Aromatherapy Diploma Course with IHMA in 2005 tocomplement her massage skills, and was a member of the editorial board of the InternationalJournal of Essential Oil Terapeutics from 2007-2009. Her other passions are teaching yoga,exploring the connections between eastern and western systems of anatomy, and empoweringcomplementary therapists to find a common language with medical practitioners.

Ian Cambray-Smith FIFPA,MSc,PGCE

Senior utor in Essential Oil Science

A one-time research chemist, Ian trained as an Aromatherapist in 1994, and has since establishedhimself as one of the leading teachers of essential oil science. He has taught at a number ofaromatherapy schools and universities across the UK. He also provided a consultancy serviceto companies and organisations supplying and using essential oils.

Ian was one of only twenty experts invited by the Under Secretary of State for Health to serveas members of the Independent Review Panel for the Classification of Borderline Products. Hewas Chair of the International Society of Professional Aromatherapists and in 2002 becamethe first Chair of the International Federation of Professional Aromatherapists. Ian joined thePrinces Foundation for Integrated Health as Programmes Manager in December 2006, wherehe oversaw the creation of the Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council.

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Dr Rachel Tomasson

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Dr Viv Anthony BSc(Hons),PhD,MSM,MIFPA

Senior utor in Essential Oil Science

Viv trained as a botanist and plant disease specialist, and has worked for over 20 years in Plant

Science Research and Development for a major international agribusiness. Following her interestin the healing properties of plants, Viv qualified in Aromatherapy and Essential Oil Science atNeals Yard Remedies, London. For the last three years she has had an aromatherapy practicein Switzerland. She has also studied at the Institute of Stress Management. She now specialisesin aromatherapy for stress management and is an advisor to industry on occupational healthand wellness programmes.

Viv combines her work in aromatherapy with plant science consulting on plant biodiversity,and her interest in field botany, and alpine and medicinal plants. In summer months she isan alpine flower guide in the Swiss Alps and Italian Dolomites. ogether with aromatherapistHarriet Robinson, Viv recently published four articles in IFPAs professional journal, In Essence,

on leading aromatherapy gardens, including An Aromatic Walk at Kew (Summer 2008 issue).

Jeannie Dyer BA,MSc,MIFPA

Senior utor in Clinical Aromatherapy

Jeannie has a BA in Psychology, an MSc in Human Communication Studies, and previouslyworked as a speech and language therapist. She is the Clinical Lead for ComplementaryTerapies at the Royal Marsden NHS Foundation rust in London where she has worked asa clinical massage therapist since 1992.

Jeannie became an aromatherapist in 1993 and is a member of the International Federationof Professional Aromatherapists. She is a member of the editorial advisory committee of theInternational Journal of Clinical Aromatherapy, and completed the National Cancer LeadershipProgramme in 2008.

Andrea Butje BA,LM,CA

Senior utor in Aromatic Formulating

Graduating with a Degree in Psychology, Andrea was co-Principal of the Finger Lakes School

of Massage, USA, from 1994-2003. A Certified Aromatherapist, she has been teaching coursesin the therapeutic use of essential oils since 1995, and is now Director of the AromaheadInstitute. She is author of the eBook,Essential Living: Aromatherapy Recipes for Health and

Home,and together with Robert isserand has developed an online database of essential oilconstituent research: Te Component Database.

As a part of her commitment to high quality essential oils, Andrea travels internationallyto work directly with small-scale organic farmer-distillers in France, Corsica, Italy, Greece,Bulgaria, Croatia, Morocco, Canada and the United States. In 2004, she published the onlineInternational Directory of Essential Oil Distillers a resource database for those wantingto import essential oils directly from artesan distillers. Andrea divides her time betweenNew York and Florida, teaching and engaging with students and colleagues via social media

platforms, newsletters and an educational blog.

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Dr Viv Anthony

Jeannie Dyer

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Helly Vintner Eaton MIFR,RCS,FAEC

Senior utor in Practice Management and Business Studies

Helly is a qualified aromatherapist, reflexologist, craniosacral therapist, reiki master, nutritional

adviser, teacher and writer. She first trained in aromatherapy in 1993 with the BeaumontCollege of Natural Medicine, and has maintained a natural therapy clinic in Sussex for almost20 years. She was principal tutor of the ISIS College of Natural Medicine, which provideddiploma and advanced training courses in professional aromatherapy.

Helly has served as Council member of the International Federation of ProfessionalAromatherapists, and was Co-Editor of IFPAs professional journal,In Essence.For a periodof three years she also served as an IFPA External Examiner for IHMA. A former national

journalist and editor, Helly is currently director of Joined Up Living (www.joinedupliving.com). ogether with running her busy natural therapy practice, she is also actively involvedwith local health and environmental projects.

Jo Kellett MIFPA,IDHA,CIMI

Terapeutic Massage utor

Jo qualified as an Aromatherapist through the isserand Institute in 1996. Following graduation,she went into partnership with a fellow graduate to develop a programme of aromatherapy and

yoga, to increase womens awareness of essential oils and their choice of care in pregnancy.She later returned to the isserand Institute to teach Essential Oil Terapeutics, and currentlyteaches on the diploma course at Neals Yard Remedies.

A qualified baby massage instructor, Jo offers Continuing Professional Development (CPD)courses in aromatherapy for pregnancy, and workshops for the lay person on the use ofessential oils in pregnancy, labour and postnatal care. Jo holds qualifications in advancedremedial massage, acupressure massage, Indian head massage and clinical aromatherapy andmassage in obstetrics.

Lynda PudneyRN

Emergency First Aid Instructor

Lynda Pudney is a registered nurse with a broad experience of medical practice, counselling,occupational health, first aid training and complementary healthcare. While working as anOccupational Health Nurse for a major airline, she designed and implemented the companysFirst Aid training programme, registered with the Health & Safety Executive.

Since 1992 Lynda has continued to train and examine for a number of organisationsthroughout the UK. Lynda has a had a long-standing interest in complementary therapies,gaining professional qualifications in Systematic Kinesiology, Counselling, Light ouch SpinalRealignment, Reiki and Natural Lift Facial Massage. She continues to provide First Aid trainingfor industry and other client groups and is the officially approved trainer for the Associationof Systematic Kinesiology.

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Jo Kellett

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DIPLOMA COURSE DAES & FEES

COURSE LOCAION DAES COURSE FEE

AROMAHERAPY Regents College Sat-Sun, September 7-8, 2013; 3495including VA - payableDIPLOMA London Sept 21-22; Oct 5-6; Oct 19-20; through a deposit of 495 on booking,full course Nov 2-3; Nov 16-17; Nov 30-Dec 1; followed by 300 on the 1st course day,

Dec 14-15, 2013; Jan 11-12; Jan 25-26; and 300 on Oct 7, Nov 7, Dec 7,

(40 days: Feb 8-9; Feb 22-23; March 8-9; March 22-23; Jan 7, Feb 7, March 7, April 7,9.30am5pm April 5-6; April 26-27; May 10-11; May 24-25; May 7, June 7, 2014.

each day) June 6-7; June 21-22, 2014.

AROMAHERAPY Regents College Sat-Sun, September 7-8, 2013; 2995including VA - payableDIPLOMA London Sept 21-22; Oct 5-6; Oct 20; through a deposit of 495 on booking,

with exemption from Nov 2; Nov 16-17; Dec 1; followed by 250 on the 1st course day,Anatomy & Physiology Dec 14, 2013; Jan 11-12; Jan 25-26; and 250 on Oct 7, Nov 7, Dec 7,

Feb 9; Feb 22-23; March 9; March 22-23; Jan 7, Feb 7, March 7, April 7,(32 days) April 6; April 26; May 10-11; May 24-25; May 7, June 7, 2014.

Jan 4-5; Jan 18-19; Feb 1-2, 2014.

AROMAHERAPY Regents College Sat-Sun, September 7-8, 2013; 2495including VA - payableDIPLOMA London Oct 5; Nov 2; Nov 16; Dec 1; through a deposit of 495 on booking,

with exemption from Dec 14, 2013; Jan 11-12; Jan 25; followed by 200 on the 1st course day,Anatomy & Physiology Feb 22-23; March 22-23; April 26; and 200 on Oct 7, Nov 7, Dec 7,

and Terapeutic Massage May 10-11; May 24-25; June 6-7; Jan 7, Feb 7, March 7, April 7,(22 days) June 21-22, 2014. May 7, June 7, 2014.

Course fee deposits and paid instalments are in all cases non-refundable. Deposits made for courses

not yet started may be transferred to the subsequent Diploma Course start date on one occasion only.

Gabriel Mojay, Principal11 Denman Road

London SE15 5NSel: 020 7708 2626

Mob: 0798 501 [email protected]

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