iTEC Diploma

iTEC Diploma in Reflexology

Clinical aromatherapy and essential oil practice at diploma level. You learn to blend safely and treat with intent, not guesswork.

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Level: Practitioner diploma
Accreditation: iTEC · FHT
Locations: Donegal & Mullingar
Format: In-person practical + theory
Includes: Anatomy & Physiology Level 5

What you'll learn

Essential oil chemistry, properties and safety
Blending for individual clients and conditions
Aromatherapy massage technique
Consultation, contraindications and treatment planning
Storage, dilution and professional practice

Who it's for

Massage or reflexology therapists broadening their offering
Beginners drawn to essential oils and clinical blending
Therapists who want a premium treatment in their price list

Assessment & certification

Practical assessment of an aromatherapy treatment
Written theory, oil knowledge and anatomy exams
Case studies with real clients
An iTEC diploma recognised internationally and nationally

Full course breakdown

Everything covered on the iTEC Diploma in Reflexology, unit by unit.

Essential oil science

Extraction methods and oil quality
Chemistry of essential oils and carrier oils
Therapeutic properties of the core oils
Safety, dilution, storage and shelf life

Blending & prescribing

Blending for the individual client, not the condition alone
Building a blend by note, ratio and intention
Contraindications, sensitisation and photosensitivity
Home-use products and aftercare blends for clients

Practical treatment

Full aromatherapy massage routine
Lymphatic and pressure-point techniques used in aromatherapy
Adapting treatment for stress, sleep, hormonal and pain presentations
Treatment planning across a course of sessions

Anatomy & physiology (Level 5)

Skin absorption and the olfactory route
Circulatory, lymphatic and nervous systems
Endocrine system and the stress response
Common conditions and their contraindications

Professional practice

Sourcing, labelling and storing your oils
Insurance, ethics and professional membership
Packaging aromatherapy as a premium treatment

Entry requirements

No prior qualification required, though many students come from massage
Aged 18 or over
Good standard of written and spoken English
Willingness to complete case studies with real clients

How you study

In-person practical days in Donegal or Mullingar
Small hands-on groups with blending practice in class
Home study for anatomy, physiology and oil knowledge
Case studies completed with real clients between class days

Where it takes you

Self-employed aromatherapist offering premium treatments
Aromatherapy alongside massage or reflexology in one practice
Spa and wellness centre employment
Bespoke blends and retail products as a second income stream

Why iTEC matters

Choose iTEC now, and your qualification still stands in 2027.

Accreditation is not a footnote on a certificate. It decides whether you can insure yourself, whether clinics will hire you and whether your training is recognised in the years ahead.

iTEC, VTCT skills & FHT accredited

Every diploma we teach is internationally and nationally accredited, recognised by insurers, employers and professional bodies.

The only accreditation on the national framework by 2027

iTEC is set to be the only holistic therapy accreditation sitting on the national framework by 2027.

Future-proof your qualification

Choosing iTEC now means your qualification still counts in 2027 and beyond. Train with anything else and you risk holding a certificate that isn't recognised.

After you qualify

Reflexology pairs well inside a multi-week client programme, we help you package it rather than sell one-off treatments.

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