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PRACTITIONER'S DIPLOMA IN CLINICAL AROMATHERAPY
Accredited with the Aromatherapy and Allied Practitioners Association (AAPA) and
The International Federation of Professional Aromatherapists (IFPA)
[members of the regulatory body for Aromatherapy in the UK]
How
Long is the Course?
The course is taught over eighteen months after which students attend
an examination day.
How
is the Course Taught?
Visual learning aids, lectures and tutorials are used to teach the
theory side of Aromatherapy.
Prerequisite for Course
Students must hold a recognised qualification in Massage and Anatomy
& Physiology or work towards the IEB Massage Diploma and Anatomy
& Physiology Certificate in conjunction with taking the Clinical
Aromatherapy Diploma.
Course Requirements
Students need to bring pens, paper, coloured pencils and clear,
punched plastic wallets for course notes. Neat and tidy notes are
mandatory and are counted towards the final mark. A white tunic,
black or dark blue trousers with flat black or dark blue shoes (no
open toes) are also required.
The course is assessed by:
- Full
attendance of the course 160 hours tutor contact
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Completed case studies 100 hours
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Theoretical examination 3 hour duration
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Practical examination 90 minutes duration
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Background reading is expected throughout the course
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Continual assessment through assignment work, to include a 3,000
word thesis
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Profiles of 60 essential oils in class plus 10 for student research
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Personal log of Individual Prescriptions (30 hours)
- Student
Portfolio
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Home
Study
An integral part of the course is time spent in home study, of both
theory and practice. An important feature of this Diploma course
is the continuous assessment and support of the students. The School
expects a high level of student commitment throughout the course,
both in and out of School.
Examinations
At the end of the course students sit a 3 hour theory paper plus
a 90 minute practical, where knowledge of essential oils, client
care techniques and standards of Health, Safety and Hygiene are
assessed. Students also need to submit documented evidence of having
completed 100 hours of case studies.
Qualifications
On satisfactory completion of the course successful candidates will
be awarded the International Examination Board (IEB) Practitioner's
Diploma in Aromatherapy and a Diploma in Clinical Aromatherapy from
The Sue Lincoln School of Holistic Therapies.
Governing Bodies
You may apply to join the Aromatherapy and Allied Practitioners
Association (AAPA) and the International Federation of Professional Aromatherapists (IFPA). Members of these organisations may then use these designations
after their name. Successful candidates may also join the General Regulatory Council for Complemtary Therapies (GRCCT) and the Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC),., which are the regulatory bodies for complementary therapies in the UK.
Course
Fees
The
cost of the course, including handouts and exam fee is £1,550
(deposit £300). For your convenience this can be paid for
in instalments. For information on financial assistance to support
your learning, please visit www.direct.gov.uk/adultlearning or contact
0800 100 900.
Course
Dates
Visit our Continuing Professional Development Pages for Qualified Therapists
JANUARY 2010 COURSE FULL
Saturday 6th & Sunday 7th March 2010
Saturday 17th & Sunday 18th April 2010
Saturday 3rd & Sunday 4th July 2010
Saturday 11th & Sunday 12th September 2010
Saturday 23rd & Sunday 24th October 2010
Saturday 4th & Sunday 5th December 2010
Saturday 5th & Sunday 6th February 2011
Saturday 16th & Sunday 17th April 2011
Saturday 21st & Sunday 22nd May 2011
WEEKEND 10 TO BE ARRANGED
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JANUARY 2011
Saturday 22nd & Sunday 23rd January 2011
Saturday 19th & Sunday 20th March 2011
Saturday 7th & Sunday 8th May 2011
Saturday 16th & Suncay 17th July 2011
Saturday 10th & Sunday 11th September 2011
Saturday 29th & Sunday 30th October 2011
Saturday 10th & Sunday 11th December 2011
Saturday 11th & Sunday 12th February 2012
Saturday 21st & Sunday 22nd April 2012
Saturday 9th & Sunday 10th June 2012
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