Beauty Therapy and Aromatherapy QLS Level 3

Beauty therapists who can also offer aromatherapy treatments will benefit from having a broader portfolio of skills when seeking employment, and a competitive edge if starting a beauty therapy business. In the beauty therapy side of the bundle, you will dive into the anatomy and physiology of the face and body, whilst developing your practical skills in providing advanced facial and body treatments. You will also build a sound knowledge of health and safety practices in a salon environment, as well as examining client care and communication in beauty related industries. Aromatherapy treatments have become increasingly popular in recent years alongside a range of other therapies offered in beauty salons. Aromatherapy is a holistic treatment using aromatic essential oils from natural plant extracts to improve the health of the body, mind, and spirit, enhancing both physical and emotional health. You may have also heard of it as essential oil therapy. The practice of aromatherapy has been occurring for thousands of years, as it was used in ancient cultures in China, India, Egypt, and others. You will explore the history of aromatherapy in this course, before understanding how it works in healing and the recent trends in aromatherapy. The course will also cover the use of essential oils, aura and chakras, carrier oils, spiritual aromatherapy, and blending procedures. As well as providing an excellent knowledge base in Aromatherapy, this course is ideal for those aspiring to achieve a career as an aromatherapist but want to make sure it’s right for them.

Course Content

Aromatherapy QLS Level 3

Unit 1 Introduction to aromatherapy

• History of aromatherapy
• Role of aromatherapy
• Aromatherapeutic terminology
• Methods of extraction and sourcing of essences and oils

Unit 2 Anatomy

• Physiological and psychological effects of aromatherapy massage
• Benefits of aromatherapy on different body systems
• Essential oils

Unit 3 Safety

• Contra-actions that may result from treatment
• Cautions that may restrict or prevent treatment
• Safety

Unit 4 Blending

• Chemical constituents of essences
• Dilution and blending techniques
• The uses, applications and origins of essences, fixed carrier oils and other media

Unit 5 The treatment

• Consultation techniques
• Professional aromatherapeutic treatments
• Characteristics of an appropriate consultation
• Aromatherapy techniques used in conjunction with reflexology treatments
• Professional codes of conduct

Unit 6 Aftercare and reflection

• The effectiveness and results of aromatherapeutic treatments
• Reflective practice and its relevance to the aromatherapist
• Maintaining treatment records

Unit 1 Body, face and scalp massage and body electrical treatments

• Client consultation
• Body analysis
• Contraindications
• Preparation of the area for massage and body treatments
• Contra-actions
• Classification of movements
• Types of massage
• Electrical and mechanical body treatments
• Cellulite and lymphatic damage
• Anti-ageing skin treatments
• Muscle treatments

Unit 2 Advanced skin analysis and facial electrical treatments

• Consultation and advanced skin analysis
• Equipment and effects
• Facial high frequency
• Facial faradic
• Facial microdermabrasion

Unit 3 Anatomy, physiology and the effects of salon treatments

• Blood
• The heart
• The lymphatic system
• The nervous system
• The endocrine system
• The skeleton
• The skin

Unit 4 Wet and dry heat treatments

• The spa experience
• Spa reception
• Consultation
• Cleansing and exfoliating the skin
• Application
• Cold or chill therapy
• Static/portable heat treatments
• Skin tests
• Water treatments

Unit 5 Salon management

• Health and safety at work act (HASAW 1974)
• Methods of communication
• Hygiene
• Sterilisation
• Avoiding cross infection

Unit 6 Salon operations and organisation

• The reception area
• Welcoming clients
• Dealing with complaints
• Insurance
• Time management
• Teamwork
• Retailing and promotions
• Targets
• Customer legislation
• Emergency procedures and security
• Personal and professional development