Aromatheraphy for All

Course aim

The course will aim to build on massage techniques with the use of a variation of aromatherapy oils. You will develop your skills by performing a variety relaxations methods and putting this into practice throughout your course.

Do I need any particular skills or experience?

• No skills or experience needed
• This course is suitable for beginners and improvers

By the end of the course I should be able to:

• Perform hand and arm exercises to relaxing music
• Recognise the effects and benefits of massage
• Recognise the effects and benefits of essential oils
• Perform two new techniques to upper back, head, neck and shoulders
• Demonstrate professional attitude when engaging with others

How will I be taught?

• The WEA tutor will use a range of different teaching and learning methods and encourage you and the group to be actively involved in your learning
• You may be asked to undertake additional work in your own time to support your learning

What kind of feedback can I expect?

• A range of informal activities will be used by the tutor to see what you are learning which may include quizzes, question and answer, small projects and discussion
• You will have opportunities to discuss your progress with your tutor
• You will be encouraged to share your work with the group and discuss your learning
• You will be encouraged to consider other students work and give your opinions and suggestions
• A file of work will be kept which will help to record your progress

What else do I need to know?

• A selection of materials and basic equipment will be provided but you are welcome to bring additional materials with you

Pre-course work, reading and information sources

• No pre reading or pre course work is required

What can I do next?

• Progress to another WEA course