Aromatherapy - A Day of Essential Oils for Relaxation and Home Use

UPDATED 20160113 14:01:50

This is an introductory course covering a selection of Essential Oils and their uses in the home. Massage is often used as a method of gaining the beneficial properties of these oils however we will also look at their application in inhalations, baths, room burners, hot and cold compresses for a range of uses in promoting physical and emotional health and harmony along with some minor First Aid/health applications. , , You will have the opportunity to experience the aromas of a number of essential oils and to make a blend with carrier oil or cream that may then be used in a hand and arm massage or a neck and shoulder massage., By the end of the course you will be able to: , • describe at least three methods of using essential oils in addition to massage, • explain safe dilutions of use, , • explain the basis of blending different oils , • describe at least 3 properties of at least 5 oils considered during the course, • perform a hand/arm or neck/shoulder massage with minimal guidance if necessary, We welcome anyone who wishes to learn about essential oils in a relaxed and friendly environment.including those interested in complementary therapies, anyone interested in using essential oils for health, harmony and household, or students or therapists with experience in other therapies who wish to learn something new., This course is not suitable for pregnant women.,

Course information

Name: Aromatherapy - A Day of Essential Oils for Relaxation and Home Use Qualification title: Non regulated Community Learning provision, Nursing and Subjects and Vocations Allied to Medicine Qualification type: Assessment Awarding Generic award - no awarding body Created 20160113 14:01:50 Updated 20160113 14:01:50

Entry requirements

A notebook and pen, A large towel (with safety pin) or sarong, hair band or clip to keep hair off shoulders for a shoulder massage and wear a top with sleeves that can be rolled up for an arm massage, Short finger nails are vital to perform the massage movements comfortably., Equipment required A notebook and pen, A large towel (with safety pin) or sarong, hair band or clip to keep hair off shoulders for a shoulder massage and wear a top with sleeves that can be rolled up for an arm massage, Short finger nails are vital to perform the massage movements comfortably.,

Provider

Kent Training and Apprenticeship Service / Kent Adult Education (Community Learning and Skills)
adult.education@kent.gov.uk
0845 606 5606
http://www.kent.gov.uk/adulted

Address

Head Office
College Road Town: Sittingbourne County:Kent

Learning aims

Title: Non regulated Community Learning provision, Nursing and Subjects and Vocations Allied to Medicine Qualification: Non regulated Community Learning provision, Nursing and Subjects and Vocations Allied to Medicine Classification: Health, Public Services and Care

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