Aromatherapy Certification Course (C.A.H.T.)

Aromatherapy is the use of aromatic, botanical essential oils to balance and rejuvenate body, mind and spirit and to alleviate symptoms of illness. This 3 part course  involves the study of 40 essential oils, history, safety, sustainability, sourcing, industry insight, holistic skin care and an in depth exploration of a variety of application techniques for various ailments.

Upon completion of this course and the required 10 case studies to verify your understanding, you will have the knowledge to effectively and safely integrate aromatherapy into your holistic modalities. For those wishing to pursue additional aromatherapy studies towards a certification please speak with your teacher to arrange registration and transfer of your 120 hour credits.

Aromatherapy 1- Essential Oils (45 hours)
Aromatherapy 2 – Blending and Product Development (30 hours)
Aromatherapy 3 – Practical Application and Case Studies (45 hours)

In these modules you will explore:

1. History and introduction to essential oils. Study of 10 essential oils.
2. Absorption of oils through skin and lungs, olfaction and blood brain barrier. Safety data and contraindications.
3. Extraction, quality and basic chemistry of oils. Complex and multi-condition blending. Compresses, ointments, vegetable butters and clay.
4. Client assessment and case study form. Contraindications to massage and basic safety.
5. Blending for specific conditions such as pain, cellulite, arthritis, digestion, etc.
6. Aromatherapy Applications.
7.  Practicum for treatment. Case study supervision.
8.  Complete 10 case studies for the program.

Aromatherapy course is a combination of onsite and online classes

Course Code: HSC-ARO

Instructors: TBA

Pre-Requisite: Anatomy and Physiology

Fee: $2,160 if taken as part of program**, $2,520+HST if taken as single course*.
*Material fee of $400 applies if taken as a single course.

Starting Dates:
Aromatherapy 1- Essential Oils – Monday March 16 to May 25, 2026
Time: 6 pm – 10 PM No class on Monday May 18, 2026

Aromatherapy 2- Blending and Product making – Thurs. October 8, to Dec. 10, 2026 7 – 10 PM
Aromatherapy 3 – Aromatherapy Massage Practicum – Nov. 14 & 15, Nov. 28 & 29, Dec. 12 & 13
Each practicum weekend is 15 hours for a total of 45 hours hands-on practice

Note: Aromatherapy Modules 1, 2, 3 and 8 can be taken as a unit for those who are only interested in the basic knowledge and applications without massage training. All modules required to receive a Diploma in the Holistic Health Practitioner Program (C.N.H.P.), and as basis for separate certification (C.A.H.T.).