For 40 years Shirley Price Aromatherapy has provided an accredited aromatherapy diploma completed by over 6000 students.
PROFESSIONAL COURSES FOR BUSY PEOPLE. Aromatherapy is the wonderful art of using essential oils to bring a sense of well being to both giver and recipient. Here at the Shirley Price International College of Aromatherapy we offer courses from the most basic level of training upwards to qualification as a professional aromatherapist.
MODULE ONE A fascinating introduction to the wonderful world of aromatherapy. You will learn a body massage and how to make simple health assessments. Essential oil knowledge will begin by learning about the history of aromatherapy, the ten most versatile oils and their uses, how to blend and treat individual people and their conditions and the basic chemistry. This is a five day module. A Certificate of Attendence will be awarded on completion of your course, when you will be deemed competant in home use. The certificate is also your passport to the Aromatherapy Diploma (Modules 2-5). Sp's charge for module one is £500.
Every year distinguished international aromatherapists join the tutors to teach the class. This year we have a real treat for you.
Modules 1-4 Shirley Price Aromatherapy Diploma, Therapeutic Massage Diploma, Essential Oil Science Diploma, Practical Aromatherapy Diploma, Advanced Practical Aromatherapy
Tutor: Penny Howell MIFPA, Venue: Shirley Price Aromatherapy, Hinckley LE100PR
Accredited by the Federation of Holistic Therapists
Module 5 upgrade and examination,
Tutor: Penelope Howell MIFPA DTLLS, Venue Hinckley
The Sp tutors Sara Gelzer MIFPA (distance learning) (switzerland), PennyHowell MIFPA (Hinckley) have tutored Aromatherapy students and have been in the industry for many years. You can find out more about becoming an aromatherapist on www.Ifparoma.org including details of 22 aromatherapy schools in addition to our own. Our diploma class begins with the weeklong module one in April and September each year.
An accredited Anatomy and Physiology Diploma needs to be acquired before Module 1, Courses are taught inhouse over 12 weekends or can be acquired by online distance learning.
The Aromatherapy Practicioner Diploma Course consists of five in–house modules taught at our training rooms in Hinckley UK. Four are of 5 days each and the fifth module is 5 days, plus home study and practice relevant to each module. In addition a qualification in anatomy and physiology is required (there may be exemption from the A&P modules if the student already holds a relevant qualification). A First Aid certificate is also required by the end of the course and is included in Module 5.
The Aromatherapy Practicioner Course takes an academic year to complete. The classes begin each quarter. The minimum period for the completion of all 5 in-house training weeks for international students from Korea, Japan, China and Singapore is 6 months leading to the day of practical and theory examinations in August, followed by four months for completion of case studies and essays: the time usually taken is 12 – 24 months. The maximum time recommended for completion is 36 months. To secure the practical and theoretical skills learned during the day.
Comprehensive course notes and handouts are given out for each module. Treatment couches, towels, essential oils, carrier oils, and other aromatherapy products used during the course are provided. Textbooks, accommodation and food are not included in the fees.
SHIRLEY PRICE AROMATHERAPY
PRACTITIONER DIPLOMA
MODULE 1: Therapeutic Massage Diploma
Learning outcomes
After this in house module and a period of self-directed study the student will be able to:
Time: 5 days
Cost: £500
Method of delivery: handouts, power-point presentation, discussion and practical demonstrations. Students will practice on one another
Assessment: Formative: this module will be assessed by a combination of multiple choice/short answer questions on each of the theory outcomes.
Massage skills will be assessed continuously throughout the module and with a summative assessment of short consultation and full body massage.
Reading List
Cassar MP (1999) Handbook of Massage Therapy Oxford, Butterworth Heinemann
Claire T (1995) Bodywork William Morrow & company
DeDomenica G & Wood EC (1997) Beard’s Massage 4th Edition Philadelphia, WB Saunders
Lidell L (1984) The Book of Massage Gaia Books
Maxwell-Hudson C (1988) The Complete Book of Massage Dorling Kindersley.
Mitchell, A and Cormack, M (1999) The Therapeutic Relationship in Complementary Health Care Edinburgh: Churchill Livingstone
Lacroix N (1991) Massage for Total Relaxation Dorling Kindersley
Price L & Price S (2011) Aromatherapy for Health Professionals 4th edition, Edinburgh: Churchill Livingston
Salvo SG (2003) Massage Therapy, Principles and Practice 2nd edition Missouri, Saunders
Tappan F(1988) Healing Massage techniques Appleton & Lange
PRACTITIONER DIPLOMA
MODULE 2: Essential Oil Science Diploma
Learning outcomes
After this module and a period of self-directed study the student will be able to:
Essential oils: Basil, Clary sage, Lavenders, Peppermint, Sage, Thyme, Hyssop, Melissa, Patchouli, Mountain savory
Carrier oils: Sweet almond, sunflower seed, apricot kernel, peach kernel, rosehip
Time: 5 days
Cost: £500
Method of delivery: handouts, power-point presentation, discussion
Assessment: Formative: this module will be assessed by a combination of multiple choice/short answer questions on each of the theory outcomes.
Reading List
Battaglia, S (2003) The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy 2nd Edition. Brisbane.
The Perfect Potion
Bowles, J. (2000) The Basic Chemistry of Aromatherapeutic Essential Oils. Australia
Buckle J. (1997) Clinical Aromatherapy in Nursing. London. Arnold.
Buckle J. (2003) Clinical Aromatherapy. Essential oils in Practice. Edinburgh. Churchill Livingstone
Price L & Smith I (1999) Carrier oils for aromatherapy and massage, England. Riverhead
Price S & L (1999) Aromatherapy for Health Professionals (2nd edition) Edinburgh
Rhind J (2009) Essential Oils. A Handbook for Aromatherapy Practice. Edinburgh. Napier University
Schnaubelt K (1998) Advanced Aromatherapy. Vermont. Inner Traditions International
Schnaubelt K (1999) Medical Aromatherapy. Berkley. Frog Ltd
SHIRLEY PRICE AROMATHERAPY
PRACTITIONER DIPLOMA
MODULE 3 : Practical Aromatherapy Diploma
Learning outcomes
After this module and a period of self-directed study the student will be able to:
Essential oils: Compositae: Chamomiles, Yarrow, Burseraceae: Myrrh & Frnkincense, Geraniaceae: geranium Pinaceae: Pine & Cedar cupressaceae: Cypress & juniper
Carrier oils: Hazelnut, walnut, cocoa butter, jojoba, olive
Time: 5 days
Cost: £500
Method of delivery: handouts, power-point presentation, discussion.
Practical session : different methods of application
Assessment: Formative: this module will be assessed by a combination of multiple choice/short answer questions on each of the theory outcomes.
Reading List
Battaglia, S (2003) The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy 2nd Edition. Brisbane.
The Perfect Potion
Bowles, J. (2000) The Basic Chemistry of Aromatherapeutic Essential Oils. Australia
Buckle J. (1997) Clinical Aromatherapy in Nursing. London. Arnold.
Buckle J. (2003) Clinical Aromatherapy. Essential oils in Practice. Edinburgh. Churchill Livingstone
Price L & Smith I (1999) Carrier oils for aromatherapy and massage, England. Riverhead
Price S & L (1999) Aromatherapy for Health Professionals (2nd edition) Edinburgh
Rhind J (2009) Essential Oils. A Handbook for Aromatherapy Practice. Edinburgh. Napier University
Schnaubelt K (1998) Advanced Aromatherapy. Vermont. Inner Traditions International
Schnaubelt K (1999) Medical Aromatherapy. Berkley. Frog Ltd
Websites: www.ifparoma.org