Welcome to this comprehensive e-learning course for level 3 massage and aromatherapists who are wanting to expand their knowledge and offer this specialist therapy.
Instructor Background
With over two decades of experience in the field, your instructor brings a wealth of knowledge and practical skills to this course:
- 1998: Diploma in Swedish Massage
- 1999: Qualified as an aromatherapist
- 2008: Degree in Midwifery
- 2010: Diploma in Massage and Pregnancy
- 2020: Led NHS trust training for Midwives in aromatherapy and massage techniques
- 2020: Completed CPD course on Essential Oil Chemistry
Course Overview
This e-learning package is designed for level 3 Aromatherapists and Massage therapist to add addtional specialist massage for pregnancy and postpartum people.
The course includes 1 day Pregnancy and Postnatal Massage techniques at Bristol College of Massage and Bodywork Bristol (BCMB). Let me know if you are interested and I can arrange a date for this one day training day.
We hope you find this course informative and beneficial to your practice. For any questions or clarifications, please contact me on info@wendyproctor.org.uk
Aromatherapy For Pregnancy and Postpartum: Course Outline
Aim
Acquire knowledge and understanding of selected essential oils to safely use during pregnancy, and the postpartum period. Perform massage with clients from 2nd trimester until postpartum (30 days post birth).
Objectives
- Name the 15 essential oils and their properties
- Describe how to support clients during pregnancy, and the postpartum period using essential oils
- List the contraindications for use of essential oils during the maternity period
- Identify the Health and Safety of Essential Oils and carrier oils
- Identify UK legislation, these are laws that have been passed by Parliment
- Choose a blend of up to three essential oils for your client’s requirements
- Suggest suitable essential oil selections and explain rationale behind your recommended choices
- Name carrier oils and their properties
- Understand the common ailments of pregnancy and postpartum
- Offer Pregnancy and Postpartum Massage safely
- Complete test with an 80% plus score
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this course, you will be able to:
- Provide information, safety guidelines, and evidence to clients who want to use essential oils for common ailments during their pregnancy and postpartum period
- Support women during labour by:
- Blending up to 3 essential oils based on their preferences/ailments
- Offering full body massage confidently and safely
This comprehensive course will equip you with the knowledge and skills to integrate aromatherapy and massage techniques into your Aromatherapy practice, enhancing the care and support you provide to women during pregnancy, and the postpartum period.
