Aromatherapy

There are 8 lessons in this course:

Plant Identification
Importance of Correct Plant Identification
Plant Name Changes
Common Names
Scientific Names
Levels of Classification in Plant Taxonomic System
Plant Families
Pronunciation of Plant Names
Introduction to Chemistry of Herb Plants
Parts of a Compound; Biochemical Groups, Chemical Names
What is an Acid or Base
Alkaloids
Tannins
Introduction to Aromatherapy
Origins of Aromatherapy
Top Notes, Middle Notes
Aromatherapy Consultations
Natural Chemicals in Plants
Saponins; Phenolglycosides; Anthraglycosides; Flavonoids; Mustard Oils; Polysaccharides; Prussic Acid; Glycosides; Coumarin; Essential Minerals, etc
Resources
Essential Oils
Introduction
Benzoin
Bergamot
Cedar Wood
Chamomile
Clary Sage
Eucalyptus
Frankincense
Geranium
Juniper
Lemon
Lavender
Marjoram
Orange
Peppermint
Rose Otto
Rosemary
Sandalwood
Tea Tree
Thyme
Ylang Ylang
Australian Bush Flower Remedies
Safe Use of Essential Oils
How Essential Oils Work
Inhalation
Absorption
Quantities to Use: Rcommended rate, oil type, smell
Blending Oils
Children
During Pregnancy
For Animals
Carriers
Using Carriers
Sweet Almond Oil
Apricot Kernal Oil
Avocado Oil
Canola Oil
Burners
Inhalation
Spray, Basin, Hands, Bath
Cariier Oils, Creames and Lotions
Growing and Harvesting Herbs for Essential Oil
Herb Cultivation
Harvesting different plant parts
Harvesting different types of Herbs
Expected Yeilds for Different Herbs
Harvesting for Essential Oils; Tea Tree, Lavender
Post Harvest Handling of Herbs; temperature, moisture loss, physical damage ethylene, pathogens
Post Harvest Preservation: Fresh, Modified Atmosphere Packaging
Methods of Extraction
Introduction
Water Distilation
Steam Distilation
Maceration
Effleurage
Expression
Fixatives
Herbal Preparations
Preparing Teas, Rinses and Baths
Preparations using different herbs
Decoction
Hazardous Herbs and Oils
Introduction
Carcinogens
Photosensitisers
Allergens
Hormone Like Affects
Teratogens
Cellular Respiratory Inhibitors
Cathartics
Abortifacients and Irritants
Alkaloids; types
Toxic Amino Acids
Glycocides
Terpenes
Plant Acids
Poly-ynes
Furanocoumarins
Proteins

Delivery:	Distance
Category:	Alternative Therapies