HLT42707
Nationally Recognised Training
Certificate IV in Aromatherapy has been designed to give the student a general but thorough understanding of the principles of aromatherapy and how it can be applied in everyday living. Student will be taught the history of aromatherapy, gain knowledge and understanding of numerous essential and carrier oils, create personal blends and products, and come to appreciate the difference between therapeutic oils and those of lesser quality. Benefits, limitations and hazards and safety issues of essential and carrier oils will also be outlined.
Full-time/Part-time course and flexible learning with a combination of practical and distance learning units available
Theory classes and practical classes
Internship which allows students to gain practical experience
Study requirements of a minimum of 8 hours per week of private study
Social maturity and mature presentation are requirements
Minimum of year 11 literacy and numeracy standards
In addition, you must be able to demonstrate that you have reached an English level equivalent to IELTS 5.0 or TOEFL 500 (for international student)
Applicants without the requisite qualification but with demonstrable knowledge and relevant experience are encouraged to apply and will be considered individually.
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| Units from the Accredited National Health Training Package for the Certificate level are covered in the syllabus. The following is an outline of units/subjects offered in this course. |
Course Outline | 17 competency units made up of 15 compulsory units comprising 10 common units, 5 specialisation units and 2 elective units as follow:
| Unit of competency covers:
| The AAOWT subjects include:
| | | | | - Communicate And Work Effectively In Health
- Make Referrals To Other Health Care
Professionals When Appropriate
| | - Contribute To OHS Processes
| - Occupational Health and Safety
| - Comply With Infection Control Policies And
Procedures in Health Work
| | - Confirm Physical Health Status
| | - Use Specific Health Terminology To
Communicate Effectively
| | - Work Within An Aromatherapy Framework
- Plan Aromatherapy Treatment
- Provide Aromatherapy Treatment
| - Theory of Aromatherapy
- Practice of Aromatherapy
| - Apply Aromatherapy Assessment Framework
- Perform Aromatherapy Health Assessment
| | - Provide Aromatherapy Massage Treatment
- Sell Products and Services
| - Aromatherapy Massage
- Sell Products and Services
| | - First Aid Course (external)
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AAOWT reserves the right in accordance with the Australian Quality Training Framework guidelines, to update and/or alter the units offered to ensure valid and current qualifications.
Internship which allows students to gain practical experience is an integral component of training and must be fully completed and verified to gain competency.
Opportunity to Qualify in ITEC International Diploma
ITEC Diploma in Anatomy & Physiology
| Intakes | On going |
| Duration | 6 Months, Full-time or 12 Months, Part-time |
Student Requirements
Student Kits (Textbooks, Towel kits, Aromatherapy Starter Kit) .................................... To be advised
First Aid Certificate .................................................................... To be current at completion of course
Uniform (may be ordered at the time of enrolment) ........................................................ To be advised
Professional Recognition
Graduates are eligible for membership with the Australian Traditional Medicine Society (ATMS).
Career Prospects
Graduate will be able to provide aromatherapy treatment and formalute applications within a relaxation framework. You will be able to provide basic aromatherapy health assessment and treatment in a clinic, aged care facility, a health service or a spa facility. Job prospects including working in manufacturing of aromatherapy products and retail of aromatherapy products.
Students who hold other Health Training Package qualifications with relevant units of competency may apply for Recognised Prior Learning. RPL application must be made on enrolment or at least four weeks before the course begins. Please speak to our Education Manager for further information
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