Upgrade to diploma course
From the certificate course in aromatherapy to a diploma.
With the completion of the certificate course in your pocket, you'll be motivated to pursue your diploma. With this package, you can select all the necessary seminars.
What awaits you?
- Expertise for use in nursing care with the competence to professionally and with the aromatherapy
Responsibility/implementation of a concept in your institution. - Practical training: Our lecturers know what they're talking about – from their own experience in everyday nursing care.
- Qualified degree: Diploma with final examination and practice-oriented diploma thesis
Who is this course intended for?
- Nursing professionals from long-term or acute care as well as home care services who would like to conceptually develop, implement and take professional responsibility for the aromatherapy field in their institution.
- Nursing professionals who would like to acquire sound, practical knowledge in order to apply aromatherapy professionally and safely in their daily care routine.
- Detailed information: see admission requirements
Annette Lüthi, Academy Secretariat
Which course suits you?
"I'd be happy to help you find the right continuing education program—tailored to your professional goals and previous experience. Schedule an online appointment now or email me directly at akademie@farfalla.ch ."
Information: Upgrade to Diploma Course
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- Scientific Evidence and Dancing Molecules (Advanced Level) In-Person Day
Scientific Evidence and Dancing Molecules (Advanced Level) Self-Study
- Essential Oils and Mental Well-being (for everyone) In-person day
or Essential Oils in a Psychiatric Context (Basic Course for Psychiatry Professionals) In-Person Day - The sense of smell, attendance day
- The Art of Mixing - In-Person Day
Compulsory elective modules (at least 2 modules)
- Children, Babies, Pregnancy, In-person Day
- The healing power of your hands (day in attendance)
- Wraps and compresses (advanced training) In-person day
- Natural Cosmetics In-Person Day
- Dementia in focus Aromatherapy In-person day
- Aromatherapy for people with cancer
Test - Scientific Evidence and Dancing Molecules (Advanced Level) In-Person Day
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Start in March 2026
- Before August 25, 2026: Self-study/preparation phase for the follow-up module
- Tuesday, August 25 or Wednesday, August 26, 2026: Scientific Evidence and Dancing Molecules (Advanced Course)
- Monday, September 14, 2026: Essential oils and mental well-being (For psychiatry professionals, the date is Monday, October 19, 2026)
- Wednesday, October 21, 2026: The sense of smell
- Thursday, November 19, 2026: The Art of Mixing
Elective modules: (minimum 2 days)- Friday, March 13, 2026: Children, babies, pregnancy
- Thursday, May 28, 2026: The healing power of your hands
- Wednesday, June 3, 2026: Dementia in the focus of aromatherapy
- Wednesday, June 17, 2026: Aromatherapy for people with cancer
- Monday, October 26, 2026: Essential oils in a psychiatric context (advanced course - for psychiatry professionals only)
- Monday, November 9, 2026: Natural cosmetics (natural care products)
- Friday, November 13, 2026: Wraps and compresses (advanced study)
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Completion of the certificate course in aromatherapy with or without a specialist focus.
Register now
Location: farfalla Academy in Uster
Duration: 7 days - Price: CHF 1,900
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.
Are there any questions left?
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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
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Diploma course in Aromatherapy 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. The in-person sessions are supplemented by modern e-learning methods. Participants can flexibly complete individual learning phases within a defined timeframe. In addition, there are short learning assessments and the opportunity to contact the instructors with any 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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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.
