Aromatic Chemistry Certification Program

Aromatic Chemistry – by and for the Aromatherapist and Health Practitioner – Certificate program has been designed for massage therapists, estheticians, nurses, healthcare providers and individuals interested in advancing their knowledge and applications of the chemistry of essential oils. It is a self-paced, self study program devoted to uncovering the science that supports the therapeutic efficacy of essential oils in a wide range of settings.

This is an advanced aromatherapy education program. A Foundations aromatherapy certification program is required. We have found that students who take the Aromatic Chemistry certificate program are primarily interested in:

Advancing their knowledge and applications of aromatherapy and essential oils
Deepening their understanding of the chemistry of essential oils
Blending based upon the chemical components of essential oils

How do I become certified with the Aromatic Chemistry Certificate program?

The Aromatic Chemistry certificate program has been completely updated and redesigned in 2013. The course is approved by The National Association For Holistic Aromatherapy (NAHA). This course provides 60 CE hours for Registered aromatherapists (RA).

In order to receive the East-West School for Herbal and Aromatic Studies certification, approved by NAHA, students must:

Complete all modules in the Aromatic Chemistry online program.
Complete all end of chapter/module homework assignments for self review.
Complete 12 essential oil chemical biograms.
Complete final exam (requested when ready to take).
Send in final exam with 12 chemical biograms.

This program is approved by the NCBTMB for 14 CE Hours for massage therapists.

Course Overview

Topics Covered

Aromatic Plants and Chemistry
Organic Chemistry Overview
The Biosynthesis of Essential Oil Constituents
Chemistry: Its place in our field
Understanding why chemical variations occur in essential oils and the value of a GC/MS report
Synergism in Essential Oils
Understanding the structure/energy system
Chemical Families and their general therapeutic properties
Up to date research on the pharmacological activity of a wide range of components commonly found in essential oils
Relating to the structure/energy system with essential oil biograms and supporting documentation with component research.
Antimicrobial properties of essential oils
Treatment approaches and research for bacteria, fungi, and viruses

Upon successful completion of the Aromatic Chemistry Certification program, you will be able to:

Define what a plant is.
Discuss basic pathology including: bacteria, fungi, virus and animal parasites and list potential essential oils which have been shown to be effective for various pathology.
Define the term Organic chemistry.
Explain the two main types of chemical bonding.
List and describe the families of organic compounds and their general therapeutic properties.
Specify the principal biosynthetic pathways which produce specific organic compounds.
Discuss a wide range of isolated chemical components that contribute to the therapeutic action of individual essential oils.
List examples of individual constituents under each chemical family and its potential therapeutic action.
Map individual essential oils to create a Structure/Function biograms .
Develop a blend based upon the chemistry of essential oils.
Explain why a specific essential oil was chosen based upon its chemistry.
Create a wide range of therapeutic products based upon your knowledge the chemistry of essential oils.

Course Enrollment Information

Tuition: $ 325. thru April 7th, 2013 then $425. thereafter

Included Materials

Life time access to the Aromatic Chemistry online program designed and written by Jade Shutes
Discounts on student kits and/or additional materials through Lunaroma
Email/phone tutorial support
Review of case studies, biograms and exam.
Certificate for Aromatic Chemistry – by and for the aromatherapist and healthcare practitioner.
CE hours for massage therapists (14 hours) and registered aromatherapists (60 hours).
Student kits and/or supplies to be purchased separately. Student kits are available for a separate fee from www.lunaroma.com