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![Clinical Aromatherapy]( "Clinical Aromatherapy") | Clinical Aromatherapy | 2. Associate Diploma in Clinical Aromatherapy
The ADCA Course consists of five in-house modules plus home study and practice relevant to each module. The minimum period for the completion of this course is 12 months, and the maximum time recommended for completion is 48 months.
ADCA Module 1 - 5 days
Attendance on this foundation module is enough for those who wish only to use essential oils safely at home, to help their family and to enhance their own life.
The course includes:
Aromatherapy massage, its principles and benefits
The properties and effects of 12 of the most popular essential oils
Methods of extraction, storage and blending and the use of carrier oils
History of aromatherapy and massage together with the philosophy of holistic healing
Introduction to botany, plant cell function and photosynthesis
10 case studies and 5 essays should be completed before Module 2
ADCA Module 2 - 5 days
The course includes:
Comprehensive appreciation of body analysis for assessment of clients
Selecting and blending essential oils for a personal treatment plan
Choosing appropriate oils, creams and lotions used in the aromatherapy treatment for specific ailments and conditions
Extended massage principles are demonstrated and practiced thoroughly
Introduction to plant families and therapeutic and physical properties of essential oils and their pharmacological effects on the body
Properties and effects of 15 essential oils
Introduction to hydrolats
15 case studies and 5 essays should be completed before Module 3
ADCA Module 3 - 5 days
The course includes:
Specific techniques in massage including foot reflex massage.
Information on plant families and essential oils is expanded
Organic chemistry and essential oil components awareness
Toxicity, essential oil purity and safety
15 carrier oils are discussed in depth
Allergy and substance sensitivity
The properties and effects of 15 essential oils
10 case studies and 5 essays should be completed before Module 4
ADCA Module 4 - 5 days
The course includes:
Differences between plant medicine and orthodox medicine
Comprehensive study of common ailments, including those arising from care for the elderly, pregnancy and paediatrics, depression, special needs and massage with cancer patients
Olfaction and its psychosomatic effects
The properties and effects of 12 essential oils
Techniques for neck and shoulder massage and relaxation
5 case studies and written homework should be completed before Module 5
ADCA Module 5 - 4 days
The course includes:
Business and management procedure are taught and cover some of the aspects of starting up and running a successful clinic including the client/therapist relationship.
First Aid
Exam, both practical and theory.
The Diploma course is assessed by
2 ½ hour written examination
2 ½ hour practical assessment
200 hours of case studies
Continuous assessment by homework and class work
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