Introduction to aromatherapy: psychiatric institutions
First steps in aromatherapy: basic knowledge and specialist focus on psychiatry
Do you work in a psychiatric nursing facility and would like to gain initial insight into aromatherapy in your field? This seminar package, consisting of two in-person days and one day of guided self-study, provides a comprehensive insight into professional aromatherapy in a psychiatric setting.
Aromatherapy as a complementary care method promotes health and well-being, alleviates symptoms, and is always tailored to the individual needs of the patient – in terms of the care process and the nursing diagnoses.
What awaits you?
- On the first day of the course and during the self-study phase, you will become familiar with the general basic knowledge for the sensible and safe use of essential oils, fatty vegetable oils and hydrosols.
- On the second day of the course, the focus is on the application of aromatherapy in a psychiatric context, with an emphasis on mental well-being.
Learning objectives:
- They delve into the basic knowledge for the sensible and safe application of essential oils, fatty vegetable oils and hydrosols.
- You will learn about a selection of essential oils and their applications that play a special role in a psychiatric context.
- They train your sense of smell.
- You will learn about the framework for professional aromatherapy applications in psychiatry and thus receive guidance for introducing aromatherapy in psychiatric institutions.
Who is this seminar package intended for?
- Nursing professionals from psychiatric institutions who would like to gain an initial insight into the potential of aromatherapy. They will learn the framework for professional aromatherapy applications in psychiatric institutions and thus receive guidance for the introduction of aromatherapy in psychiatric institutions.
- For people who would like to take responsibility for aromatherapy in their institution, we recommend booking the Aromatherapy course (with a focus on psychiatry).
Regula Rudolf von Rohr, psychiatry expert
Aromatherapy in psychiatry
"In therapy, whether in group or individual settings, it is repeatedly and impressively demonstrated how people in psychological crises react directly to plant scents. Scents touch, provide access to emotions, can influence mood, and thus have a positive effect on drive and motivation. With dry inhalation, for example, applied in a scent bottle or scent stick, positive emotions can be enhanced or dealing with difficult symptoms and issues can be made easier."
Information about the certificate course
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More details about the content and lecturers of the individual modules 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.
Module 1: Self-study / Preparation and follow-up phase Basic seminar and fundamental knowledge
Module 1: In-person day, basic seminar and fundamental knowledge
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Confirmation of participation
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Nursing professionals from long-term care, acute hospitals, Spitex (health professionals, care professionals, health and social assistants (AGS)) who would like to use aromatherapy within a given care concept.
Exceptions to the entry requirements are possible in justified cases. In such cases, please submit a written application with a letter of motivation.
Register now
Location: farfalla Academy in Uster
Duration: 2 days/21 learning hours - Price: CHF 690
Would you like to receive personal advice?
We'll help you find the right aromatherapy courses for you! Schedule an appointment online now or contact us directly at akademie@farfalla.ch.
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Choosing the right course depends on your professional background and goals. Here's an overview of the different programs:
Aromatherapy for private use
Aroma knowledge for the medicine cabinet (AHA, 5 days)
Who is it for? Interested laypeople who want to use essential oils safely in everyday life.
Objective: Sound basic knowledge of aromatherapy for private use.Certificate course for nursing staff
Certificate course in aromatherapy without specialization
(ZAO, 10 days)
For whom? Nursing professionals (long-term care, acute hospital, psychiatric)
Objective: In-depth training in aromatherapy in a professional context.Certificate course in aromatherapy with a focus on psychiatry
(ZAP, 10 days)
For whom? Nursing professionals from a psychiatric institution
Objective: In-depth training in aromatherapy in a psychiatric institution.
Diploma courses with specific focusesDiploma course in aromatherapy/aroma care for nursing staff (DAO, 17 days)
For whom? Nurses without a specific specialization (long-term care, acute hospital, psychiatry)
Objective: Expertise for use in care with the competence to implement aroma care professionally and independently in a facility.Diploma course in aromatherapy/aroma care for therapists (DAT, 17 days)
Who is it for? Therapists who want to specifically integrate aromatherapy into their services.
Objective: Expertise in the therapeutic use of essential oils.Diploma course in aromatherapy with a focus on psychiatry (DAP, 17 days)
For whom? Nurses or therapists with a focus on mental health.
Objective: Expertise for use in care with the competence to implement aroma care professionally and independently in a facility. -
On-site and e-learning components
The course combines classroom seminars with a digital learning platform as part of a blended learning concept. This allows for independent study of the content and promotes a flexible and practical learning approach.
The face-to-face courses are supplemented by modern e-learning methods. This structured approach increases the proportion of guided self-study phases, allowing for more flexible scheduling of the courses.
Participants can work through individual learning phases flexibly within a set timeframe. In addition, there are short assessments and the opportunity to contact the instructors for further questions.
This combination of structured self-study and interactive classroom modules allows for individual adaptation to the student's personal learning pace and existing prior 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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Course certificates confirm participation and successful completion of the exams. The diploma also certifies passing the Aromatherapy/Aroma Care diploma exam and independently writing a thesis. This document documents and reflects the practical application of the acquired knowledge.
Recognition by the EMR
The part-time Aromatherapy course meets the requirements of the EMR quality label for the Empirical Medicine Register, requiring at least 100 hours of training. Medical or paramedical professionals who meet the necessary requirements can register aromatherapy as a recognized method with the EMR. Further details on the requirements can be found in the list of methods in the EMR regulations: EMR regulations .
Self-employment outside the healthcare sector
Individuals who do not have a healthcare background but are seeking freelance work such as consulting or private practice are advised to carefully assess their individual requirements. This includes, in particular, their previous education and cantonal legislation.
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The language of instruction is either Standard German or Swiss German, depending on the instructor. Upon request of individual participants, each seminar can be conducted in Standard German; this will be clarified at the beginning of each seminar.
Further information on aromatherapy courses and training can be found in the FAQ of the farfalla Academy.
