Certificate course Aromatherapy without a specialist focus (ZAO)
Working professionally with essential oils - the certificate course for nursing staff
Do you work in nursing and would like to acquire in-depth knowledge of aromatherapy?
Aromatherapy as a complementary nursing method promotes health and well-being, alleviates discomfort and is always oriented towards the individual needs of the patients – in line with the nursing process and nursing diagnoses.
What can you expect?
- Sound training for the use of aromatherapy in a professional context, so that you can actively participate in the further development of aromatherapy in your environment.
- Practical training: Our lecturers know what they're talking about – from their own experience in everyday nursing care.
- Qualified qualification: Certificate
- Upgrade option: You can continue the course up to the diploma level.
Who is this course intended for?
Nursing professionals from long-term or acute care settings, as well as home care providers, who wish to use aromatherapy within a predefined care concept. See admission requirements for detailed information.
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Information about the certificate course
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More details about the content and lecturers of each module 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.
- Basic seminar and fundamental knowledge, in-person day
Basic seminar and fundamental knowledge for self-study - Practical applications via the nose, in-person day
- Practical applications via the skin (in-person day)
- Living plants and dancing molecules - In-person day
Living Plants and Dancing Molecules: Self-Study - Aromatherapy in healthcare institutions: In-person day
- Skin applications and palliative care in-person day
- In-person day Aromatherapy for the elderly In-person day
- Wraps and compresses (basics) In-person day
- Basic seminar and fundamental knowledge, in-person day
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The following requirements must be met for the certificate to be issued:
- Passed final exam
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Start January 2026 :
- Before January 13th: Self-study/preparation phase for the follow-up module
- Tuesday, January 13, 2026: Basic seminar and fundamental knowledge
- Friday, January 23, 2026: Applications via the nose
- Thursday, February 26, 2026: Applications via the skin
- Before March 10th: Self-study/preparation phase for the follow-up module
- Tuesday, March 10, 2026: Dancing Molecules
- Tuesday, March 24, 2026: Aromatherapy in healthcare institutions
- Friday, April 17, 2026: Aromatherapy for the elderly
- Wednesday, April 29, 2026: Wraps and compresses (basics)
- Tuesday, May 5, 2026: Skin treatments and palliative care
- Monday, June 1, 2026: Exam
Start August 2026:
- Before August 20, 2026: Self-study/preparation phase for the follow-up module
- Thursday, August 20, 2026: Basic seminar and fundamental knowledge
- Friday, August 21, 2025: Applications via the nose
- Friday, October 2, 2026: Applications via the skin
- Before September 8, 2026: Self-study/preparation phase for the follow-up module
- Tuesday, September 8, 2026: Dancing Molecules
- Wednesday, October 14, 2026: Aromatherapy in healthcare institutions
- Friday, October 30, 2026: Wraps and compresses (basics)
- Friday, November 6, 2026: Aromatherapy for the elderly
- Wednesday, November 11, 2026: Skin applications and palliative care
- Tuesday, December 1, 2026: Examination
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Nursing professionals from long-term care, acute hospitals, home care (health professional, care professional, 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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Ort: farfalla Akademie in Uster
Dauer: 10 Tage - Preis: CHF 2585
Sie möchten sich gerne persönlich beraten lassen?
Wir helfen Ihnen, die passenden Aromatherapie Kurse zu finden! Vereinbaren Sie jetzt einen Onlinetermin oder schreiben Sie uns direkt an akademie@farfalla.ch.
Annette Lüthi, Academy Administration
My recommendation
"The Aromatherapy Certificate Course is one of the first and longest-established programs offered by the farfalla Academy in the field of professional application of essential oils, carrier oils, and hydrosols. I am always delighted to see the dedication and passion with which this proven expertise, developed from practical experience, is passed down through generations of healthcare professionals and integrated into their daily work."
Are there any questions left unanswered?
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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: available 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
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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 course certificates confirm participation and successful completion of the examinations. The diploma additionally certifies passing the diploma examination in Aromatherapy/Aromacare and the independent writing of a diploma thesis. This thesis documents and reflects the practical application of the acquired knowledge.
Recognition by the EMR
The part-time training course in Aromatherapy/Aromacare meets the requirements of the EMR quality label "Empirical Medicine Register" with a minimum of one hundred training hours. Professionals in medical or paramedical fields who meet the necessary prerequisites can register aromatherapy as a recognized method with the EMR. Further details regarding the requirements can be found in the EMR regulations' list of methods: EMR Regulations .
Self-employment outside the healthcare sector
Individuals who do not come from a healthcare profession but are seeking freelance work such as consulting or their own practice are advised to carefully assess their individual qualifications. This includes, in particular, their prior education and cantonal legislation.
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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.
