ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Aromatherapy

Weekend day course

This course is available as a combination with the ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Anatomy
and Physiology and ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Holistic Massage (which are pre-requisites before studying this Diploma). To find out more click here

The ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Aromatherapy comprises of ITEC Unit 3 with a pre-requisite of ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Holistic Massage or ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Body Treatments or equivalent. The unit has 3 elements– theory, practical and case studies.

The main aim of the ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Aromatherapy is to enable candidates to provide treatments for the purposes of relaxation and stress release with massage and essential oils. It also aims:

• to provide skills at Level 3 in the National Qualification Framework for those interested in the Complementary Therapy/Care industry
• to provide opportunities for staff in the Complementary Therapy/ Care industry to gain a Level 3 qualification
• to qualify candidates as Aromatherapists at Level 3 in the Complementary/Care industry
• to sustain the interest of candidates wanting to work in the Complementary Therapy industry
• to encourage knowledge and understanding for the Complementary Therapy/Care industry at Level 3
• to provide opportunities for candidates to focus on the development of the major Key skills and the wider Key skills in a Therapy context such as communicating with clients, working with others and problem solving
• to provide opportunities for candidates to develop a range of skills and techniques, personal qualities and attitudes essential for successful performance in employment as an Aromatherapist.

The candidate will study the theory of Aromatherapy treatments as well as the Chemistry of the Essential oils, Contraindications and safety data for each oil, and will also cover the underpinning knowledge and skills required to successfully perform an Aromatherapy massage treatment.

Case studies are also required to be completed for this award. The case studies form the internal assessment and should be assessed throughout the training by the tutor using the ITEC Case Study Guidance sheet. The case studies are then verified by an ITEC Examiner at the end of the course during the visit for invigilating the practical examination. The case studies ensure that a variety of clients must be consulted and treated in all the above areas and the outcomes of the treatments must be documented in order to gain experience of working with a variety of clients and conditions whilst candidates are still under supervision. Detailed rationales for the type of massage treatment.

Pre-requisite
The ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Holistic Massage and thus ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Anatomy and Physiology are pre-requisites to the ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Aromatherapy. The Diploma in Aromatherapy can be booked as a combination course with the Diploma in Anatomy and Physiology and/or the Diploma in Holistic Massage. Please contact us for further information and course commencement dates.

Opportunities for progression
Once candidates have achieved the ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Aromatherapy they may progress on to other ITEC or equivalent awards at level 3, for example:

Spa Treatments
Reflexology
On Site Massage
Indian Head Massage
Lymphatic Drainage
Sports Massage

This award qualifies graduates to operate their own clinic or home visiting practice. Graduates can also gain employment in Salons, Health Club, Health Farms, Spas and Liners, NHS Trust and various aspects of the Care Industry.

Candidates must hold:

• The ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Holistic Massage, or
• The ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Body Treatments, including
• The ITEC Level 2 units in Professional Conduct and Business Awareness, or
• Their equivalents

It is vital that candidates understand the structures they are working with whilst massaging, hence, the requirement for a thorough knowledge of Anatomy and Physiology and the importance of the professional conduct and business management sections prior to this qualification.

Guided Learning Hours 80
Guided learning hours are a notional measure of the substance of a qualification.  It includes an estimate of the time that might be allocated to direct teaching or instruction together with other structured learning time such as directed assignments, assessments on the job or supported individual study and practice.  It excludes learner - initiate private study.

Structure of the Qualification
Unit 3 Theory
Unit 3 Practical

Assessment
a. The examinations for both parts of the unit will be conducted by ITEC.
b. Case Studies.  Case studies are used as the internal assessment of Unit 3 Practical.  Case studies must be completed under the supervision of a tutor and the tutor will assess each case study and allocate a grade throughout the delivery of the unit to ensure that the level of knowledge and competence required by ITEC is achieved.  The External ITEC Examiner will verify the results of each of the case studies.

Tutor: Members of the Athena In House teaching team. 

ITEC require 100% attendance in order to obtain the Level 3 Diploma. Students who do not attend all modules will need to organise tutorials with their tutor to enable them to access missed information.  A fee is payable for this service.

Cost: £900.00 (£765.96 +VAT) for the full diploma programme.

To secure your place: Course 90 days or more away from commencement - a deposit of 25% of total course fee secures a place. Course less than 90 days away from commencement - 50% payment required and balance due no later than 30 days prior to commencement of course.

Students will also be required to pay ITEC registration and insurance fees, if not already held, together with ITEC examination fees.

Examination Fees: £96.80 per exam

Professional indemnity and public liability insurance can be obtained via ITEC Professionals and other Industry Associations who recognise the ITEC Diploma.

Course times: 9.30am - 5.00pm

Course Dates:
* An additional date will be set for the Holistic Massage examinations, after consultation with the group.

ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Aromatherapy Documents:

ITEC Diploma in Aromatherapy Rationale
ITEC Diploma in Aromatherapy Syllabus
ITEC Diploma in Aromatherapy Sample Consultation Form
ITEC Diploma in Aromatherapy Sample Questions
ITEC Diploma in Aromatherapy Test Specification
ITEC Diploma in Aromatherapy Candidate Guidance Notes
ITEC Diploma in Aromatherapy Tutor Guidance Notes
ITEC Diploma in Aromatherapy Syllabus Amendments from 1st October 2007
ITEC Business Awareness Amendments from 1st October 2007

For more information please contact Debra Goldston.