Upgrade zum Diplomabschluss Psychiatrie
Mit dem Abschluss des Zertifikatslehrgangs Fachschwerpunkt Psychiatrie in der Tasche ist die Motivation gross, noch das Diplom anzuhängen.
CHF 1'900
Overview of courses
Welcome to the farfalla Academy
Specialized training
Care and therapy
Would you like to explore the potential of essential oils in healthcare? Our specially designed courses and seminars provide in-depth knowledge of aromatherapy and aromacare. They are aimed at healthcare professionals seeking targeted skills for the professional application of essential oils, carrier oils, and hydrosols – taught practically by experienced healthcare professionals.
For initial guidance: "Entry" courses depending on the subject area
For in-depth knowledge: Certificate courses
For those in positions of responsibility: Diploma courses
Introduction to aromatherapy: Rubbing with essential oils
Do you work in nursing and would like to experience a very practical, hands-on workshop day in addition to theoretical basics?
CHF 690
Introduction to aromatherapy: psychiatric institutions
Do you work in nursing in a psychiatric context and would like to gain an initial insight into the professional application of essential oils, carrier oils and hydrosols?
CHF 690
Introduction to Aromatherapy: Long-term Care
Do you work in long-term care with elderly people and would like to gain an initial insight into the professional application of essential oils, carrier oils and hydrosols?
CHF 690
Upgrade to a diploma degree
From certificate to diploma: After successfully completing the Aromatherapy Certificate Course, you can obtain a diploma.
CHF 1,900
Certificate course in Aromatherapy for Psychiatry (ZAP)
Targeted qualification for the professional use of aromatherapy in psychiatric nursing – also as a multiplier within the team. Sound training for the use of aromatherapy in a professional context, so that you can actively...
CHF 2,535
There's something for everyone.
Are you interested in aromatherapy as a private individual or do you work in the specialist trade? Then you will find suitable offers here.
Your contact person
Annette Lüthi
akademie@farfalla.ch
Telephone service hours (Switzerland)
Monday to Friday | 2 pm to 5 pm
+41 44 905 99 00
Are there any unanswered questions?
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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/Aromacare 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. This enables independent learning through self-study and promotes a flexible and practical learning approach.
The classroom sessions are supplemented by modern e-learning methods. This structured approach increases the proportion of guided self-study phases, making the courses more flexible in terms of scheduling.
Participants can work flexibly on individual learning phases within a defined timeframe. In addition, there are short learning checks and the opportunity to contact the instructors with 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 answers can be found in the FAQ of the farfalla Academy.
