ITEC Diploma in Aromatherapy

Next course- starts this February 2012

ITEC Diploma in Aromatherapy (includes massage, aromatherapy, anatomy & Physiology, first aid, energy management & protection)

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Course Overview

This course is intended for those who wish to work as a professional aromatherapist and an aromatherapy massage practitioner.

The Aromatherapy course covering the ITEC Diploma in Aromatherapy , ITEC Diploma in Anatomy & Physiology, ITEC Certificate in Business, Professional Conduct & Business Awareness, First Aid Certificate and the Green Tara College Energy Management and Awareness Certificate.

The course covers Aromatherapy and the Holistic Field in depth together with personal development to enable you to work as a Professional Aromatherapist and aromatherapy massage therapist. Business and marketing skills are also included so you can become fully equipped to earn a living within the Holistic Health Field. The aim of this course is to train you to a very high level. By the end of this course you will have an extremely detailed and broad knowledge of massage and Aromatherapy. You will be fully capable and confident of entering the world of the Professional Aromatherapist and Aromatherapy Massage Practitioner with confidence and expertise.

At Green Tara College we teach from a holistic basis including meditation at each class. We learn to energetically connect with the essential oils and client's in a safe, healing and nurturing environment. We seek to encourage your intuition and connection with the energy of each oil and your intuition regarding your aromatherapy treatment for your clients. Thus your treatment will have the added 'feel' and benefit of being a true holistic healing experience.

ITEC Diploma in Aromatherapy & Aromatherapy Massage

Welcome to the ITEC Diploma in Aromatherapy and Aromatherapy Massage. This professional training course runs from January 2012 December 2012. If you are short of time remember that you could start with the Anatomy & Physiology Diploma on its own or combine it with the energy management and/or business. You can take the modules individually which helps with your time management.

Course Content & structure:

The course consists of five modules : 1. practical aromatherapy & theory including case studies, examination and preparation classes , 2. First Aid Certificate, 3. Holistic & Spiritual approach – energy management & awareness, 4. Anatomy & Physiology, 5. Business & client Care

Aromatherapy module
• History of Aromatherapy
• Study of 42 Pure Essential oils to include: properties of each oil
• Source and extraction of each oil/Chemical Composition of each oil
• Blending of oils
• 40 Hours of Case Histories
• Hands on Aromatherapy Massage with in-depth practical training
• Contraindications and considerations in the use of Aromatherapy
• Benefits including principles and benefits.
• Common ailments and contraindications/Client Care
• Exploring and understanding the Holistic Approach

Red Cross First Aid Certificate:
Students will gain a Red Cross Certificate in First Aid.
Energy Management & Awareness:
Students will become aware of energy and how it works in our everyday life, the philosophy’s and practices of working as an energetic practitioner. You will learn how to build and preserve your own energy so they are not exhausted after giving a treatment.

ITEC Diploma in Aromatherapy , Anatomy & Physiology, Unit 22 Business , FREE Red Cross First Aid Course, FREE Green Tara College Energy Management.

Training Hours - 96 +hours of Aromatherapy, 50 hours of business and client care, 45 hours of Anatomy & Physiology = 200 hours of teaching. Why not compare our hours and content with other Colleges!

Upon successful completion of all the Modules you will carry the internationally recognized ITEC  Aromatherapy qualification which enables you to carry out a full or practical body Aromatherapy  massage and to work as an Aromatherapist.  This means that you will be working   as a Holistic Therapist, you can join professional associations and gain Practitioner Insurance. You as the practitioner will have acquired the skills to communicate and facilitate the client in consultation. You will have an ingrained knowledge of energy management.  If this is your  first Diploma you will be able to easily add many other holistic therapy qualifications as you will hold an Irish and internationally  recognized holistic therapy qualification which means you can travel anywhere in the world with it.

Qualifications & Academic Awards –

• ITEC Diploma in Aromatherapy
  ITEC Diploma in Anatomy & Physiology
• ITEC Certificate in Professional Conduct & Business Awareness
• Red Cross Certificate in First Aid – free optional course
• Green Tara Certificate in Energy Management & Awareness - free course

Equipment

The College will provide all necessary teaching equipment.

The equipment that you will need is minimal and includes:

• Large ring binder folder to hold A4 Sheets
• Clip Board
• Hair ties/ hair band/ baby wipes –non scented (practical massage only)
• Hand Gel (antibacterial), Dettol Equipment wipes for all classes
• No jewellery except wedding band (practical massage only)
• 4 Large Plain Black Bath Sheet Towels, 4 hand towels – all plain Black for exam (any colour for class)
• Professional Therapist Uniform to be worn to all classes- all black trousers, tunic, covered low heeled shoes, black socks.
• Short Nails
• Tape Recorder –for A & P classes only (personal choice)
• An Email address (preferably not hotmail) and access to the internet

Qualification Requirements For Students to be awarded Certificates

 Certificates will be awarded together and cannot be awarded until all modules are successfully completed.

• Completion and submission of 40 Hours of Case Studies (10 people x 4 treatments)
• One hour multiple choice ITEC examination paper in Aromatherapy & Massage
• One hour multiple choice ITEC examination paper in Anatomy & Physiology
• One hour multiple choice examination paper - ITEC Professional Conduct & Business Awareness
• One hour practical Aromatherapy massage including a short oral examination
• Completion of Energy Management & Awareness  module (16 hours) –
• Completion of First Aid Certificate (Red Cross or Order of Malta) – optional choice
• Continual Assessment of Course Work
• Various College assignments throughout the year

The compulsory modules for this Diploma (unless exempt) are Aromatherapy Massage, Energy Management & Client Care, Professional Conduct & Business Awareness, College Assignments. Certificates will not be awarded until all modules are completed.

Enrollment and entry qualifications

• Students must have a caring and helpful disposition with a desire to learn about the Holistic Field.
• Be dedicated to their own personal growth and well being:
• Have an acceptable knowledge & capability  of written and oral English

• Completed Student Consultation Card (Confidential)
• Completed Application Form (Confidential)
• Course Deposit: Non refundable
• Examination Fee: Non refundable €150.00 paid as part of the deposit
• Agree to follow the College & ITEC Code of Ethics
• Signed College Contract of Conditions
• Places are awarded following a College Interview via telephone or face to face

Payment Methods & Bookings – See payment & bookings Methods

• Course Fee: €1595.00 –non refundable under any circumstances. + Examination Fee of €150.00 not included in course  fee. (Total= €1750.00)
• The course can be paid for in 9 minimum monthly installments. Including exam fees this works out at €200.00 per month  no including your deposit is €350.00. 
• Please note that all fees are non-refundable  and all minimum payments must be met each month

DATES
The course runs from January to December 2012 as follows

Dates for ITEC Aromatherapy & Aromatherapy Massage Diploma


ITEC Diploma in Aromatherapy & Aromatherapy Massage Module
Sundays -9.30am-5.30pm


February: 26th
March: 18th
April: 15th & 29th
May: 27
June: 17th
July: 22
August: 12
September: 09
October: 07
November: 11
December: 02

BUSINESS MODULE - 3 SECTIONS

Business & Professional Conduct Module-Unit 22
2012
Sat 14/ Sun 15 july
or
sat 1/ sun 2 december


Red Cross First Aid - (optional free course)
Sat 13/Sun 14 October 2012


Energy management & Client Care - compulsory
free course!

Sat 03/Sun 04 November or Mon 26/Mon 19 November


ITEC -ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY MODULE 2012

June: 24 Sunday - (9.30am-5.30pm)
July: 08 Sunday (10.00am-5.00pm) and Tuesday 31 July (7-10pm)
August: 19 Sunday - (10.00am-5.00pm) & Tuesday 28th (7-10pm)
September: 02 Sunday - (10.00am-5.00pm) & Tuesday 18 (7-10pm)
October: Sunday 28 - (10.00am-5.00pm)
November: Sunday 25 - (10.00am-5.00pm)


Get ahead option

Start Anatomy sooner as follows: join in on the following courses
Autumn Evening course - October 2011- June 2012
Weekend Course - One Saturday a month - join in on current course

FEE STRUCTURE

Option 1

ITEC Diploma in Aromatherapy & Aromatherapy Massage – 5 Modules - €1,595.00
(exam fees not included- €150.00)

1.Diploma in Aromatherapy
2. Diploma in  Anatomy & Physiology
3. Professional Conduct & Business Awareness  – Unit 22
4. Certificate in Energy Management - FREE COURSE - optional choice
5. Certificate in First Aid – Red Cross - FREE COURSE- optional choice

These further options are available only if you hold recognized previous qualifications

Option 2 - not including Unit 22 Business

ITEC Diploma in Aromatherapy & Aromatherapy Massage - €1,495.00
(exam fees not included- €150.00)

1.ITEC Diploma in Aromatherapy
2. ITEC Diploma in  Anatomy & Physiology
3. Certificate in Energy Management - FREE COURSE
4. Certificate in First Aid – Red Cross - FREE COURSE- optional choice

Option 3 - not including Anatomy & Physiology

ITEC Diploma in Aromatherapy & Aromatherapy Massage - €1,295.00
(exam fees not included- €150.00)

1.ITEC Diploma in Aromatherapy
2. ITEC Professional Conduct & Business Awareness  – Unit 22
3. Certificate in Energy Management - FREE COURSE
4. Certificate in First Aid – Red Cross - FREE COURSE- optional choice

Option 4 - not including Anatomy & Physiology & Unit 22

ITEC Diploma in Aromatherapy & Aromatherapy Massage - €1,200.00
(exam fees not included- €150.00)

1.ITEC Diploma in Aromatherapy
2. Certificate in Energy Management - FREE COURSE
3. Certificate in First Aid – Red Cross - FREE COURSE- optional choice

Option 5 - For Green Tara Diploma Graduates only as part of our student reward scheme.

ITEC Diploma in Aromatherapy & Aromatherapy Massage - €995.00
(exam fees not included- €150.00)

1.ITEC Diploma in Aromatherapy

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