Advanced Certificate Course in

Aromadermatology
Using aromatherapy effectively for the treatment of common skin conditions

with Philippa Buck and Janetta Bensouilah

Aromatherapists regularly encounter individuals seeking relief from the symptoms of skin disorders. This course aims to provide a stimulating and focussed learning environment in which the therapeutic role of aromatherapy in this area of practice can be explored from an evidence base. The principles of aromadermatology that are presented on the course are as much about facilitating an integrated, complementary approach as about providing alternatives in cases where mainstream treatments have little to offer.

COURSE CONTENT

The course has a strong theoretical and applied orientation and will appeal to those with a keen interest in developing clinically focussed skincare treatments. During the course, we use a precise interpretation of relevant research to formulate a wide range of dermatology treatment options. You will find this adds depth and breadth to your existing knowledge and skills, giving you confidence to use these immediately in your practice and to extend the effectiveness and variety of your work.

COURSE COMPONENTS

 

• Skin physiology; the effects of age, race and skin integrity on essential oil permeation.
• Ingredients used in topical preparations; selecting the correct medium.
• Product formulation and approaches to dosages.
• Hair and scalp care: sebaceous gland disorders, acne, rosacea, seborrheic dermatitis.
• Inflammatory dermatoses: dermatitis/eczema, psoriasis, urticaria.
• Wound care.
• Cosmetic treatments and preventing skin ageing.
• Paediatric dermatology: bathing and cleansing, nappy rash, warts, impetigo, chicken pox, head lice.
• Aromatic psychodermatology.

An Advanced Certificate is issued on completion.

Entry Requirement
• Entry onto this course requires a professional qualification in aromatherapy or herbal medicine. It assumes a good working knowledge of essential oil chemistry.

Philippa Buck BPharm,MRPharmS,PGCMedToxicol,MIFPA
Philippa qualified as a pharmaceutical chemist in 1986. In 1991, after having worked as a hospital and community pharmacist, she became a Clinical Research Associate for a multinational company involved in dermatological clinical trials. Philippa holds qualifications in clinical holistic aromatherapy, and has studied medical toxicology at the University of Wales College of Medicine, giving her a thorough understanding of essential oil safety. She currently teaches at Raworth College of Natural, Nutritional and Sports Therapies, and runs a private aromatherapy practice in which she specialises in paediatrics and aromadermatology.

Janetta Bensouilah LicAc,MBAcC,CertEd,MIFPA
Janetta holds qualifications in clinical holistic aromatherapy, reflexology and acupuncture, and has been in professional practice since 1995. She is Course Coordinator for Raworth College of Natural, Nutritional and Sports Therapies. Janetta is currently undertaking an MSc Degree Course in Chinese Herbal Medicine at Westminster University, and maintains a busy private practice.

LOCATIONS, DATES AND FEES

Location: Regent's College, Regent's Park, London NW1.
Dates: Saturday & Sunday, January 17-18 & February 7-8, 2009 (2 weekends).
Times: 10 am to 5 pm daily.
Course Fee: £295, payable through a deposit of £95 on booking, followed by the balance of £200 by January 10th, 2009.
Tel: 01638 741296 for further info, or to make a debit/credit card booking.

Accommodation: For overnight accommodation near Regent's College, our course venue, we recommend that students visit the following website featuring several reasonably-priced small hotels:
www.hotels-london-hotel.com/hotels/marylebone/cheap