Speaker: Isabelle Merki

This course will introduce the fundamentals of modern aromatherapy. The various effects of essential oils and hydrosols on the human body will be examined, along with their empirically and scientifically validated basis. Simple application methods via the skin and respiratory tract will be explained, with particular emphasis on the correct dosage of essential oils for adults.
The practical section delves deeper into application examples related to the topics of headaches, sleep disorders, and mental health.

Speaker: Angela Gleixner-Lück

The main focus is on knowledge of the health-promoting power of essential oils and their use in treating minor illnesses and pain, stimulating metabolism, and supporting the immune system.

Speaker: Iris Müller-Hottinger

Participants will deepen their skills in blending essential oils and learn the perfumery concept of top, middle, and base notes to create balanced fragrance compositions. They will put their knowledge into practice and create their own fragrance creations such as lip balms, aroma roll-ons, and body oils.

Speaker: Maja Dal Cero

They understand the importance of essential oils for the plant world, are familiar with important plant families, and are familiar with the chemical principles of essential and fatty oils and hydrolates. They are able to distinguish between different groups of substances, assess their properties and risks, and apply chemical and botanical information in a practical way.

Supplement to Botany - 7 learning hours on the learning platform (no in-person day)

You will receive course materials (script) and access to the learning platform. Supplement to Botany - 7 hours of learning on the learning platform (no in-person session).

Speaker: Michaela Argyropoulos

Two main topics will be the focus of this day: aromatherapy applications for typical complaints in older people and the creation of scent profiles. Evidence-based applications for geriatric complaints will be discussed in detail, and connections with basic stimulation measures will be explored.

Speaker: Natalie Stadelmann

This seminar provides basic knowledge for the safe use of essential oils during pregnancy and childhood. Suitable oils and applications for typical complaints will be presented. The gentle effects of pure plant oils and hydrosols during pregnancy and the baby period will also be discussed.

Speaker: Liliane Meier

Wraps and compresses have a soothing, relaxing, and relieving effect. They can be used in a variety of ways, both in everyday care and in private settings. This seminar provides theoretical and practical knowledge of percutaneous applications, thermal stimuli, and essential oils. Simple, effective applications will be presented and tested directly.

Speaker: Angela Gleixner-Lück

Mental strain and persistent stress can impair inner peace and concentration. Everyday stress management techniques can help you calm down more quickly and strengthen your resilience.

Conscious breathing and the targeted use of essential oils are among the proven approaches to promoting relaxation. Through the sense of smell and the nervous system, they can have a regulating effect and contribute to regeneration as well as strengthening mental resilience.

This seminar teaches practical techniques that help promote inner peace, gain new energy, and specifically support mental strength in everyday life.

You will receive working materials (scripts) and access to the learning platform. To prepare for the on-site day, you will complete initial tasks on the learning platform. Following the on-site day, you will work on in-depth questions and exercises independently and in a feedback session.

Speaker: Maja Dal Cero

Basic knowledge for evaluating scientific evidence in aromatherapy and aromatherapy care. You will learn what characterizes a scientific study and explore different forms of evidence. An overview of studies on selected topics promotes understanding of research in practice. In addition, other aromatic compounds will be discussed as substance groups of essential oils, and their most important properties will be explored in more detail.

Speaker: Angela Gleixner-Lück

Selected essential oils have pain-relieving, decongestant, anti-inflammatory, or antispasmodic properties. They can stabilize the psyche and soothe hypersensitive cells in the brain and spinal cord in cases of chronic pain. Simple applications such as rubs or oil compresses and relaxing exercises complement these effects. Well-being is enhanced, and healing can be accelerated and positively influenced.

Speaker: Eva Heuberger

You will delve deeper into the human sense of smell, learn more about how our olfactory system works, and explore the connections between olfactory perception and emotions identified by current research. You will learn to assess the importance of the sense of smell for well-being and mood.

Speaker: Kathrin Kuhle

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Hormonal changes can manifest themselves in different phases of life through physical and emotional complaints, for example in connection with the menstrual cycle, menopause or urogenital health.

Aromatherapy offers practical ways to regulate and support the body in everyday life. This seminar will teach aromatherapy techniques specifically for women, which can be used for cycle-related discomfort, menopausal symptoms, and recurring issues in the intimate area.

Speaker: Doreen Prüher

Caring for people with dementia places high emotional and practical demands on family members and caregivers. Supportive methods can help make daily life calmer and less stressful. Essential oils and hydrosols can help to soothe tense situations, support sensory perception, and promote respectful interactions. The importance of self-care for caregivers is also addressed.

One focus is on the mindful use of essential oils with targeted fragrance selection, very low dosage, and the perception of nonverbal reactions and individual needs.

Speaker: Ueli Morgenthaler

Participants will discover the healing power of touch and learn the basics of manual oil application without being restricted to a specific method. They will experience how scent, rhythm, warmth, and movement interact to provide invigorating relaxation and healing relief through targeted massage.

Speaker: Franziska Büeler

The use of essential oils can meaningfully complement yoga practice and yoga classes. Scents can be intentionally combined with meditation, breathing exercises (pranayama), and asanas, and can support perception and presence.

This one-day course teaches the fundamentals of selecting and using essential oils in yoga. The focus is on practical integration into personal yoga practice and teaching. Participants will practice yoga with essential oils and receive guidance for their conscious and responsible use.

Speaker: Iris Müller-Hottinger

What influence does skin care have on health? To answer this question, this module covers basic knowledge of skin function. The characteristics of different skin types and their identification will be practiced on-site. This seminar day deepens practical knowledge of natural raw materials in natural cosmetics and aromatherapy. After analyzing cosmetic products and gaining an overview of ingredients and labels, participants will be able to create their own products.