HLT60907 Advanced Diploma of Aromatic Medicine

Description

Captivated by the wonderful aromas of essential oils? Discover a potpourri of essential oils that help to arouse and enliven the body, mind and spirit.

This one-of-a-kind course gives a sense of what benefits essential oils have to offer. It takes a look at essential oils and their application methods while exploring anatomy and physiology, symptomatology and diagnosis, and advanced clinical aromatherapy and aromatic pharmacy. A highlight is the rare chance to treat clients in a safe and supervised setting as you learn to operate under the relevant legislative and regulatory requirements.
A Day in the Life

Working as an Aromatherapist is a chance to relate your detailed understanding of essential oils to boost health and wellbeing in a holistic way. Think relaxation techniques, aromatherapy massage, and the treatment of respiratory and skin complaints. Understanding the aromatic components of essential oils is the first step. Before going on to concoct a wonderful medley of aromatic blends to heal all kinds of conditions and diseases.
Career Prospects

The future remains rosy with rewarding careers as:

* Aromatherapist
* Clinical Aromatherapist
* Independent practitioner – treating clients with specific needs such as palliative care, aged care, women and children.

Requirements

To enter this course you will need to have:

* Completed NSW Higher School Certificate, or equivalent (if you are under the age of 18 years at course commencement you may be required to participate in an interview to assess your suitability for the course) or
* Be 21 years or over at course commencement or
* Completed the required prerequisite course if applicable (see course page for details).

Overseas students are required to demonstrate an English language proficiency of IELTS 6.0 (Academic) overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each skill.

If you are interested in our distance learning options we recommend that you have:

* Access to a computer with internet access;
* Access to video recording facilities;
* Discussed your clinic placement options with a Course and Careers Advisor prior to commencing the course; and
* Access to an independent professional who can provide exam supervision.