Certificate IV

HLT42707 Certificate IV in Aromatherapy

Experienced the pure goodness of aromatherapy? Get under the spell of essential oils – and prepare for a memorable and rose-tinted career.

Enter the vibrant world of essential oils and aspiring aromatherapists by exploring aromatherapy massage, its principles and application, and the science of aromatherapy. Discover the actions, indications and contraindications of essential oils and apply what you've learnt through practical demonstrations and case studies. Balance your aromatherapy knowledge with a firm foundation of medical sciences; chemistry, anatomy and physiology, pathology, symptomatology and pharmacology.

A Day in the Life

Working as an Aromatherapist is a chance to relate your detailed understanding of essential oils to boost health and wellbeing in a holistic way. Think relaxation techniques, aromatherapy massage, and the treatment of respiratory and skin complaints. Understanding the aromatic components of essential oils is the first step. Before going on to concoct a wonderful medley of aromatic blends to heal all kinds of conditions and diseases.

Career Prospects

Boost your career prospects by continuing your exploration of aromatherapy with the Diploma of Aromatherapy.

Course Quick Look

Course Qualification	2010 Intake Dates	VET FEE-HELP available for eligible Australian studentss
HLT42707 Certificate IV in Aromatherapy	February 2011, July 2011
Course Duration	CRICOS Course Codes	Study Options
52 weeks full-time or 104 weeks part-time	NSW 070169F, QLD 068462G	Australian Students: Full-time on-campus in Sydney and Brisbane, Full-time and part-time by distance education. Overseas Students: Full-time on-campus in Sydney and Brisbane only.

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Course details

Unit Code	Unit Name	Unit Hours
Period 1
BSBWOR203A	Work effectively with others	15
HLTFA301B	Apply first aid	20
HLTCOM404B	Communicate effectively with clients	30
HLTCOM405B	Administer a practice	30
HLTOHS300A	Contribute to OHS processes	30
HLTCOM406B	Make referrals to other health care professionals when appropriate	40
HLTCOM408B	Use specific health terminology to communicate effectively	40
HLTHIR301A	Communicate and work effectively in health	40
HLTAP401A	Confirm physical health status	80
HLTARO401A	Work within an aromatherapy framework	20
HLTARO402A	Plan aromatherapy treatment	40
HLTARO405A	Apply aromatherapy assessment framework	40
HLTARO403A	Provide aromatherapy treatment	180
HLTARO406A	Perform aromatherapy health assessment	200
CHCAC318A	Work effectively with older people	50
HLTARO408A	Provide aromatherapy massage treatment	200
HLTIN301B	Comply with infection control policies and procedures	40

Unit Code	Unit Name	Unit Hours

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