IFPA Accredited SPICA Diploma in Aromatherapy

INTRODUCTION

The IFPA Aromatherapy Professional Diploma Course consists of of four in house taught modules.

Aromatherapy Examination

Following completion of module four there is a two and a half hour practical exam and a three hour written exam.

Successful completion of the diploma enables the student to apply for IFPA membership. IFPA and the IFA are the two leading professional bodies for those wishing to work professionally as a complimentary health professional in a medical or hospice setting.

LAYOUT OF MODULES

The course consists of 4 modules.

Module 1 is held over 5 days and consists of 40 class hours.

Modules 2, 3 and 4 are held over 6 days each and are made up of 48 class hours each, total class hours 184. There are also case studies to be completed and essays to be written between modules.

It is advisable that anyone taking the course, and wishing to complete it in 12 months, should allow 4 hours per week to complete their home study requirements.

All Modules take place over two consecutive weekends including one or two Fridays.

The time between each module is planned to give the students sufficient time to complete their homework, practice all the massage techniques and become familiar with all the material taught before proceeding with the next module.

Students must complete the modules in sequence, e.g. module one, then two‿etc. But you can complete the course in your own time. You can complete the course in one year or take up to 3 years to complete.

We provide either a week long module or split over two long weekends (friday to sunday) according to students circumstances.

Ours is part degree level course with emphasis on the practical art of being a complementary therapist with a firm grounding in anatomy and physiology, aromatherapy, reflexology and massage therapy.

Students typically will have obtained basic NVQ Level 3 qualification in aromatherapyand Anatomy and Physiology and be looking for IFPA membership. Module one will fully equip the student to practice within the home. Completion of the diploma will enable the student to become a confident well respected practicioner or aromatherapy tutor.

Practioners trained by our college and our tutors evidently lead the aromatherapy profession.

On completion of the IFPA Aromatherapy Professional Diploma the student

* will be prepared for the final examination of competance held in January each year at our college.

* will have a high level of knowledge and expertise in essential areas of clinical aromatherapy

* have a sound working knowledge of the essential oils including the therapeutic properties, chemical composition, safety and blending techniques

* be trained in the practical application of aromatherapy to its greatest effectiveness

* have developed the necessary personal skills of observation, analysis, evaluation and communication

* have developed a sound grasp of human anatomy and physiology

*have gained a true holistic understanding

be able to worksafely, hygienically and unsupervised in a confident and responsible manner