Introduction to Aromatherapy: Long-term Care (QFOC03)
Gain a first insight into aromatherapy in long-term care.
Do you work in long-term care and want to acquire the fundamentals and framework for the professional application of essential oils, carrier oils, and hydrosols? This seminar package, consisting of two days of in-person instruction and one day of guided self-study, will introduce you to professional aromatherapy in a long-term care setting.
What can you expect?
- On the first day of the course and during the self-study phase, we will familiarize you with the general basic knowledge for the sensible and safe use of essential oils, fatty vegetable oils and hydrosols.
- On the second day of the course, we focus on a mix of theory and practical applications. You will learn about the framework for professional aromatherapy applications, providing initial guidance for long-term care. Module 1 can be credited towards the certificate and diploma courses.
Learning objectives
- They delve into the basic knowledge for the sensible and safe application of essential oils, fatty vegetable oils and hydrosols.
- You will learn about a selection of essential oils and applications that play a special role in the context of long-term care for the elderly.
- They learn about individual aromatherapy measures, which they also try out in practice.
- They train your sense of smell.
- You will learn about the framework for professional aromatherapy applications in long-term care and thus receive guidance for introducing aromatherapy in the long-term care setting.
- They learn about general precautionary measures regarding the sensitive life phase of old age and multimorbidity.
- They will learn about selected application areas of the Evelyn Deutsch by farfalla line and will be able to perform simple applications with ready-made mixtures in their professional environment.
Who is this seminar package intended for?
Nursing professionals from long-term or acute care as well as home care services who would like to gain an initial insight into the potential of aromatherapy.
Maja Dal Cero, Head of Farfalla Academy
My recommendation
"This introductory package is ideal for anyone who wants to get a taste of aromatherapy. The 'Basic Seminar and Fundamentals' module can also be credited towards a later course booking. Getting to know each other personally during these first few days can be very valuable before committing to a full course booking."
Information about the seminar package
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More details about the content and lecturers of the individual modules are linked below. A day of in-person instruction (9 a.m. to 5 p.m.) corresponds to 7 learning hours; self-study, including preparation and follow-up phases, also corresponds to 7 learning hours.
Module 1: Self-study / Preparation and follow-up phase Basic seminar and fundamental knowledge
Module 1: In-person day, basic seminar and fundamental knowledge
Module 2: In-person day – Insight into long-term care -
Confirmation of participation
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Nursing professionals according to their area of expertise (healthcare specialist, care specialist, health and social care assistant (AGS)) who wish to use aromatherapy within a given care concept.
In justified cases, exceptions to the admission requirements are possible. In such cases, please submit a written application including a letter of motivation.
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Location: farfalla Academy in Uster
Duration: 2 days/21 learning hours - Price: CHF 690
Would you like to receive personal advice?
We'll help you find the right aromatherapy courses! Book an online appointment now or write to us directly at akademie@farfalla.ch.
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Choosing the right course depends on your professional background and goals. Here you will find an overview of the different programs:
Aromatherapy courses for private use and for people in counseling and care
- Short course on aromatherapy for the home medicine cabinet (AHA, 5 days)
For whom? Anyone interested in using essential oils safely in everyday life.
Objective: To provide sound basic knowledge of aromatherapy for private use. - Certificate course in aromatherapy for counseling (ZAHA, 5 + 5 days)
For whom? All interested individuals who want to use essential oils safely in everyday life and are aiming for a certificate.
Objective: To provide sound basic knowledge of aromatherapy for private use. - Diploma course in Aromatherapy for counseling (DAHA; also bookable as an upgrade to AHA: AHA-Z + AHA-D, 5 + 5 + 7 days)
For whom? Interested individuals who wish to use essential oils safely in everyday life and within the scope of their professional field (e.g., coaching and consulting) or life area (family, caregiving, etc.).
Goal: Expertise in aromatherapy through coaching and consulting.
Short course for specialists in consulting/sales in pharmacies and drugstores
- Aroma expert: in pharmacies and drugstores (42 hours)
For whom? Professionals in pharmacies and drugstores who wish to provide customers with in-depth advice on aromatherapy measures, among other things.
Objective: Practical knowledge about essential oils, gentle organic floral waters, and organic carrier oils – as natural support in all phases of life and for many everyday ailments. A valuable addition to consultations and for meaningful complementary sales.
Certificate courses for nursing staff
- Certificate course in Aromatherapy without a specialization (ZAO, 10 days)
For whom? Nursing professionals (long-term care, acute care hospital, psychiatry)
Goal: Sound training in aromatherapy in a professional context.
- Certificate course in aromatherapy with a specialization in psychiatry (ZAP, 10 days)
For whom? Nursing professionals from a psychiatric institution.
Goal: To provide sound training in aromatherapy in a psychiatric institution.
Diploma courses with specific focus areas
- Diploma course in Aromatherapy for nursing staff (DAO, 17 days)
For whom? Nursing staff without a specific area of expertise (long-term care, acute care hospital, psychiatry)
Goal: Expertise for use in nursing care with the competence to implement aromatherapy professionally and independently in a facility.
- Diploma course in Aromatherapy/Aromacare for therapists (DAT, 17 days)
For whom? Therapists who want to specifically integrate aromatherapy into their services.
Objective: Expertise for the therapeutic use of essential oils.
- Diploma course in Aromatherapy/Aromacare with a specialization in Psychiatry (DAP, 17 days)
For whom? Nursing professionals or therapists with a focus on mental health.
Goal: Expertise for use in nursing care with the competence to implement aromatherapy professionally and independently in a facility.
- Short course on aromatherapy for the home medicine cabinet (AHA, 5 days)
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Components of in-person and e-learning
The course combines in-person seminars with a digital learning platform within a blended learning concept. The in-person sessions are supplemented by modern e-learning methods. Participants can flexibly complete individual learning phases within a defined timeframe. In addition, there are short learning assessments and the opportunity to contact the instructors with any further questions.
This combination of structured self-study phases and interactive classroom modules allows for individual adaptation to personal learning pace and existing knowledge. All learning elements are didactically coordinated, ensuring that participants experience significant added value in their learning process through a clear structure and targeted tasks.
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The language of instruction is Standard German or Swiss German, depending on the instructor. At the request of individual participants, any seminar can be conducted in Standard German; this will be clarified at the beginning of the seminar.
Further information about aromatherapy courses and training can be found in the FAQ of the farfalla Academy.
