iTEC Diploma
iTEC Diploma in Aromatherapy
Clinical aromatherapy and essential oil practice at diploma level. You learn to blend safely and treat with intent, not guesswork.
- Level
- Practitioner diploma
- Accreditation
- iTEC
- Locations
- Donegal & Mullingar
- Format
- In-person practical + theory
- Includes
- Anatomy & Physiology Level 5 (UK Level 3)
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 accepted by insurers, employers and professional bodies
Full course breakdown
Everything covered on the iTEC Diploma in Aromatherapy, 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, UK Level 3)
- 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 a qualification recognised across the profession.
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
iTEC diplomas are internationally recognised and accepted by insurers, employers and professional bodies.
Accepted by insurers and employers
Train towards a qualification designed for professional practice, insurance and employment in holistic therapy.
Recognised by professional bodies
Graduate with a respected qualification that supports professional membership and continued development.
Questions about this course
Do I need a massage qualification first?
No, but many students take aromatherapy alongside or after holistic massage.
Are oils supplied?
Bring this up on your advisory call and we'll confirm what's included for your intake.
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iTEC diplomas, internationally recognised and accepted by insurers, employers and professional bodies.
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