Advanced Graduate Program

Instructor: Andrea Butje

The Advanced Graduate Program is designed for Certified Aromatherapists who wish to continue their studies in an exciting group setting. During this professional-level program we will take an in-depth look at the chemistry, aroma and therapeutic uses of over 30 unique essential oils and more than 25 specific essential oil components, their structures, and therapeutic behaviors! The Advanced Graduate Program is applied towards the Aromahead Institute's 400-hour Scholar's Program, approved by the Alliance of International Aromatherapists (AIA).

This program requires previous knowledge of essential oils, medicinal blending, and essential oil chemistry. Full chemistry reviews will be included in class.

The program takes place in Sarasota, Florida and Ithaca NY, over the course of two 5-day sessions for a total of 10 days.

Course Overview

Pre-requisites

Aromahead Institute 200-hour Aromatherapy Certification Program or equivalent training
Aromahead Institute Component Blending class is recommended but not required

Topics Covered

Detailed review of and a deeper look at the Chemical Families.
Advanced study of more than 25 specific essential oil components, their structures, and therapeutic behaviors.
In-depth study of essential oils grown and distilled in Madagascar, India, and Nepal. Oils from South Africa, Bulgaria, Spain, Hungary, Ukraine, Taiwan, France, Hungary, Ecuador, Morocco, Philippines, Canada, and Brazil are also included.
A unique learning approach based on each oil’s country of origin and chemistry.
Research on individual components present within the oils.
The Genus, Species and Chemotype of each oil
Innovative blending activities to further blending skills and support your learning and connection.
10 case studies to be completed by the end of the program

Included Materials

Students will create and take home over $400 worth of products, including:

Essential oil inhalers
Body butters
Hydrosol sprays
Lotions
Bath salts
Facial masks
Steam blends

Additionally, students receive:

Access to an advanced database of researched essential oil components and their therapeutic properties. (Access valued at over $500.)
The use of over 100 different therapeutic-grade essential oils during class
A custom 250-page manual
An extensive private list of resources for quality products
Information about various Aromatherapy organizations and journals
Discounts on additional materials/kits at Aromatics International

Prerequisites

Aromahead Institutes 200-hour Aromatherapy Certification Program or equivalent training in the uses of essential oils.