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Aromatherapy 101 is the basis of our aromatherapy program. It starts at the beginning and gives you everything you need to know to safely and effectively use essential oils every day. In this course you will learn how essential oils can be used to enhance the health and happiness of yourself, your family and friends. This is a stand alone course and for those who just wish to increase their knowledge of essential oils and use them privately this may be the only course you ever need to take. Those who wish to use essential oils professionally will benefit from continuing on with the Aromatherapy 201 course which carries on where the Aromatherapy 101 course leaves off.
- I have been studying almost all my life and I am confident today to say that this course was probably one of my best experiences. RTT, North Burnaby, BC
- I was very pleased with the amount of information shared. I learned a lot from this course and would recommend it to anyone interested in aromatherapy. SH, Tuscola, IL
- Thank you for putting so much effort and time into creating this course. It’s very thorough and easy to understand. JR, Pahrump, NV
- Loved doing this – at home, at my own pace. Aromatherapy has always interested me and I learned so much. Being a nurse, I feel I can help some of my family and friends now. BH, Ft. McMurray, AL.
Who is the Aromatherapy 101 course designed for?
Anyone and everyone with an interest in using essential oils safely and effectively. On successful completion of the optional Aromatherapy 101 exam, the student will receive a Certificate certifying that they have successfully completed the course of study (170 hours) and the exam required by this institute in Aromatherapy 101. This aromatherapy distance learning course gives one a really good grounding in the subject matter while allowing one to go to an aromatherapy school in your own home and study on your own schedule.
What are your options once completing the Aromatherapy 101 course?
You will be able to effectively use Aromatherapy and the essential oils covered in the aromatherapy course for yourself and family. This aromatherapy course could also prepare you to work in the Aromatherapy Industry. Examples of career opportunities include working in retail outlets selling essential oils as well as product formulation and blending.
This aromatherapy course starts at the beginning and gives you everything you need to know to safely and effectively use essential oils every day.
What will you receive with the Aromatherapy 101 Course?
Aromatherapy 101 Course Notes
The aromatherapy course notes consist of over 200 pages which are fully referenced from both traditional aromatherapy texts and scientific resources.
Aromatherapy 101 Course Workbook
This workbook consists of over 100 pages divided into twenty lessons designed to take you step by step through the aromatherapy course notes and fully understand them. One essential oil will be studied per lesson. The practical exercises will give you hands-on experience of safely working with essential oils from day one.
Time Line and Exam Requirements
You have a time line of 9 months within which to complete this course and request the exam. The exam is a closed book, 100 multiple choice question, exam which is sent out with a Proctor Form. In addition to the exam there is also the exam requirement of an essay, minimum 500 words and maximum 2000. The essay to be chosen from one of two topics. A Certificate will be issued on the successful completion of exam and essay.
Brief Description of the Aromatherapy 101′s 20 lessons – rated at 170 hours.
Each lesson contains unique exercises based on the material covered in that lesson.
Lesson 1 – Introduction to Aromatherapy; World History of Aromatherapy; Botany. The essential oil profile of Bergamot.
Lesson 2 – What are Essential Oils; Quality of Essential Oils. The essential oil profile of Roman Chamomile.
Lesson 3 – Methods of Extracting Essential Oils. The essential oil profile of Clary Sage.
Lesson 4 – How does Aromatherapy work. The essential oil profile of Cypress.
Lesson 5 – Chemistry of Essential Oils. The essential oil profile of Eucalyptus.
Lesson 6 - Safety Precautions. The essential oil profile of Geranium
Lesson 7 – Application; Methods of treatment; Useful Measurements. The essential oil profile of Ginger.
Lesson 8 – Essential Oil Profiles Introduction; Brief explanation of Ayurveda. The essential oil profile of Juniper.
Lesson 9 – Brief explanation of the Chakras. The essential oil profile of Lavender.
Lesson 10 – Odor Profiling. The essential oil profile of Lemon.
Lesson 11 – Carrier Oils (11 covered). The essential oil profile of Sweet Marjoram.
Lesson 12 – Floral Waters/Hydrosols/Hydrolates. The essential oil profile of Orange.
Lesson 13 – Therapeutic and Emotional Indexes (based on the 20 oils covered in 101). The essential oil profile of Peppermint.
Lesson 14 – Therapeutic Blending (two different ways of blending are covered). The essential oil profile of Petitgrain.
Lesson 15 – Creative Blending (an additional three different ways of blending are covered). The essential oil profile of Rosemary.
Lesson 16 – Skin Care. The essential oil profile of Rosewood.
Lesson 17 – An Aromatherapy Home Facial; Cellulite. The essential oil profile of Sandalwood.
Lesson 18 – Perfumes and Perfume Blending. The essential oil profile of Tea Tree.
Lesson 19 – First Aid; Pets. The essential oil profile of Ylang Ylang.
Lesson 20 – Product Labeling; Recipes and Sample Blends. The essential oil profile of Rose.
Prices, Methods of Payment and Shipping and Handling Fees
Aromatherapy 101
Home Study Course. Includes a hard copy of the Aromatherapy 101 Course Notes and the Aromatherapy 101 WorkBook. $555.00 CDN
Aromatherapy 101 – Download
Download the PDF Version of Aromatherapy 101 Home Study Course. The file contains both the Workbook and the Course Notes. $555.00 CDN
101 Exam
Only available to students already enrolled in Aromatherapy 101. $75.00 CDN
101 Exam – Download
Aromatherapy 101 Exam Package – Download Version
Only available to students already enrolled in Aromatherapy 101. Download the PDF version of the exam. $75.00 CDN
Aromatherapy 201
Home Study Course. Includes a hard copy of the Aromatherapy 201 Course Notes and the Aromatherapy 201 Workbook. $555.00 CDN
Aromatherapy 201 – Download
Download the PDF Version of Aromatherapy 201 Home Study Course. Both the Course Notes and the Workbook will be downloaded in this file. $555.00 CDN
201 Exam
Only available to students already enrolled in Aromatherapy 201. $75.00 CDN
201 Exam – Download
Aromatherapy 201 Exam Package – Download Version – only available to students already enrolled in Aromatherapy 201. Download the PDF version of the exam. $75.00 CDN
Full Professional Course
The full professional course allows you to purchase both the courses at the same time at a discount and includes a hard copy of both the Aromatherapy 101 Course Notes and Workbook, as well as the Aromatherapy 201 Course Notes and Workbook. Save money and purchase the two together. $999.00 CDN
Full Professional Course – Download
Use Full Professional Course – Download to take advantage of the price discount and purchase both the courses together. This download includes PDF files of both the Aromatherapy 101 Course Notes and Workbook, as well as the Aromatherapy 201 Course Notes and Workbook. Save money and purchase these two courses together. $999.00 CDN
Aroma Massage DVD
Aroma Massage – Massage is one of the most effective ways to use essential oils. Learn how to give an effective Aroma Massage by following along with this easy to understand DVD. $95.00 CDN
SPECIAL COMBO DISCOUNT ONLY $50.00 if ordered at the same time as the Aromatherapy 101 or the Aromatherapy 201 or the Full Professional Course. Adjustment to the price will be made when processing the order.
Caddy Chemistry Home Study Workshop $295.00 CDN
3 day Massage Intensive Course
A 3 day in class intensive program during which the massage routine outlined in the Aromatherapy 201 course is taught. This course will benefit anyone who would like to include bodywork into their practice of aromatherapy. The schedule for these courses are more flexible and are arranged to suit both the school’s and the student’s schedule. Pre-requisite for this course is that the student is enrolled in or has completed Aromatherapy 201.Student will receive a Certificate of Attendance and 21 Continuing Education hours. $375.00 CDN plus HST
All Prices are charged in Canadian Dollars. To see what the cost is in your own currency check out the latest exchange rate with the Universal Currency Converter.
The West Coast Institute of Aromatherapy has been classified as a Vocational School by the Canadian Revenue Agency therefore we do not charge GST or the new HST on the courses. Aroma Massage DVD is subject to GST within Canada and HST within British Columbia. E-Books are subject to GST within Canada. Caddy Chemistry Home Study Workshop is subject to GST in Canada and HST in British Columbia.
Methods of Payment
We accept Visa, Master Card, American Express, JCB Cards, Discover, Diners Club International, Bank Guaranteed Cheque, Money Order, Email Interac and PayPal as methods of payment.
Shipping and Handling Charges
E-Books or Downloaded Courses – No additional Shipping and Handling Costs.
Aromatherapy Courses shipped within Canada via Canada XPress Post – $30.00 CDN.
Aromatherapy Courses shipped anywhere in the USA via Canada XPress Post – $40.00 CDN.
Aromatherapy Courses shipped anywhere in the Rest of the World via Canada XPress Post where available or Courier and will be charged the actual price.
AromaMassage DVD within Canada $10.00 CDN.
AromaMassage DVD anywhere in the USA $15.00 CDN.
AromaMassage DVD anywhere in the rest of the world will be charged the actual cost.
Caddy Home Study Chemistry Course within Canada $10.00 CDN.
Caddy Home Study Chemistry Course anywhere in the USA $15.00 CDN.
Caddy Home Study Chemistry Course anywhere in the rest of the world will be charged the actual cost.