• The course consists of five in-house modules and a separate anatomy & physiology module
• Small class sizes allow students to interact closely with our experienced and qualified tutors
• Available part time (weekdays / weekend) OR full time (weekdays / weekend options)
• Course is taught in English & Chinese
• Comprehensive course notes and handouts are given out for each module
• Treatment couches, essential oils, carrier oils and other aromatherapy products used during class are included in the course fee

Exemption from Anatomy & Physiology module is granted if the student provides proof of relevant qualifications.

Course fee: HKD 47,000
Early Bird: HKD 37,000 (Register for all modules and make full payment before course commencement date)
One-on-one: HKD 1,000 per teaching day (Additional charge)

Instalments: please contact info@penny-price.com.hk for more information

Exclusive kit offers and student discounts are available to students once enrolled.

• 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
  
  

All case studies and homework assignments should be completed before module 2.

• Aromatherapy massage, holistic consultation
• Information on plant families and essential oils is expanded
• Chemistry of essential oils and its therapeutic effects
• Essential oil purity and safety, contra-indications
• 6 carrier oils are discussed in depth
• Hydrosols
• The properties and effects of 15 essential oils are studied


All case studies and homework assignments should be completed before module 3.

• Specific techniques in massage including Aromaflexology 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 are studied.

All case studies and homework assignments should be completed before module 4.

• 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 are studied.
• Techniques of neck and shoulder massage and relaxation are included in this module.

All case studies and homework assignments should be completed before module 5.

• Rudiments of 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.
• The exam is on the final day, both practical and theory.

The Clinical Aromatherapy Diploma Course is assessed by:

• 3 hours written examination
• 2 and a half hour practical assessment
• 200 hours of case studies
• Continuous assessment by homework and class work

The Anatomy and Physiology Course is a CORE UNIT and is IAM, IFPA and ITEC accredited. This course 

is a mandatory requirement for the completion of the Associate Diploma of Clinical Aromatherapy course.  The course program includes:

• Human Body, Chemistry of Life, Cells & Tissues
• The Skin and the Muscles
• The Skeletal System and Digestive System
• The Urinary and the Nervous System
• The Endocrine and the Cardiovascular System
• The Respiratory and the Reproductive System
• The Lymph and Immune System

The course is structured into a 3-part program. Each part is presented in 4-5 part time sessions on Saturdays from 10am-1pm, enabling students to start at any point.

In-house classes are interactive with the tutor and certificate is issued by completion of assignments and essays.

*Exemption from Anatomy & Physiology module is granted if the student provides proof of relevant qualifications.