Aromatherapy: Clinical Use of Essential Oils
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This comprehensive course provides healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills to effectively integrate aromatherapy into clinical practice. You'll learn the science behind essential oils, including their production, chemical composition, and therapeutic properties. The curriculum covers safety considerations, application methods, and evidence-based protocols for managing common symptoms like pain, anxiety, nausea, and fatigue. Through case studies and expert interviews, you'll develop practical skills in assessing patient needs, selecting appropriate oils, and implementing treatment protocols. The course also addresses the logistics of establishing and sustaining a clinical aromatherapy program, including policy development, documentation guidelines, and integration strategies. By completion, you'll be equipped to confidently incorporate this complementary therapy into your healthcare practice with a solid understanding of both the art and science of aromatherapy.
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What you'll learn
Describe the role and benefits of aromatherapy in healthcare settings
Identify safety considerations and quality indicators for essential oils
Assess when and how to use aromatherapy for patient symptoms
Implement evidence-based protocols for pain, anxiety, nausea, and fatigue
Apply appropriate delivery methods including inhalation and topical application
Evaluate effectiveness of aromatherapy interventions
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
5.01 Hours PreRecorded video
6 assignments
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There are 7 modules in this course
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to clinical aromatherapy, teaching healthcare professionals how to safely and effectively incorporate essential oils into patient care. The curriculum begins with foundational knowledge about essential oils, their production, and historical use in healthcare. Students learn critical safety considerations, quality assessment, and application methods for various clinical scenarios. The course delves into evidence-based protocols for managing common symptoms like pain, anxiety, nausea, and fatigue, with detailed case studies demonstrating practical implementation. Expert interviews and research guides enhance understanding of current best practices. The final modules address the logistics of establishing and sustaining a clinical aromatherapy program, including policy development, documentation, and integration strategies. Throughout, emphasis is placed on evidence-based practice and professional application.
What is Aromatherapy and its Role in Health and Healthcare?
Module 1 · 2 Hours to complete
What Do I Need to Know About Safety and Quality?
Module 2 · 2 Hours to complete
Application and Delivery Methods
Module 3 · 3 Hours to complete
Essential Oils for Managing Pain and Anxiety
Module 4 · 2 Hours to complete
Essential Oils for Managing Nausea and Fatigue
Module 5 · 2 Hours to complete
Peer Review Project
Module 6 · 1 Hours to complete
Establishing and Sustaining a Clinical Aromatherapy Program
Module 7 · 1 Hours to complete
Fee Structure
Individual course purchase is not available - to enroll in this course with a certificate, you need to purchase the complete Professional Certificate Course. For enrollment and detailed fee structure, visit the following: Integrative Health and Medicine Specialization, Integrative Nursing: Care & Healing Modalities
Instructor
Associate Professor
Janet is an integrative nurse consultant and educator. She completed her Doctor of Nursing Practice Degree in Integrative Health and Healing through the University of Minnesota in 2013. She is a board certified advanced holistic nurse with vast pediatric and hospice clinical experience. She is trained as a certified clinical aromatherapy practitioner with additional training and practice in mindfulness, meditation, Reiki, and Heartmath. Janet has developed and implemented aromatherapy, Healing Touch, and integrative holistic training programs in the clinical setting. In addition to teaching at the University of Minnesota, she currently works with consumers and healthcare staff in developing programs, providing education and support on aromatherapy and other integrative healing modalities.
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