Next Workshop: Joie Power, Ph.D. leads this Level One two day intensive course in the Fundamentals of Aromatherapy designed for herbalists, massage therapists, nurses and other healthcare practitioners and students.

Location: North GA / Western NC area between Asheville & Atlanta.

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Level II Workshops build on Level I. In most cases you must take Level I class before you can take Level II.

Join aromatherapy consultant and retired neuropsychologist Joie Power, Ph.D. for an in-depth seminar that provides a solid foundation in the basic practices of aromatherapy and the actions of essential oils. This aromatherapy seminar combines solid scientific data, practical clinical techniques and a holistic approach that honors body, mind, and spirit.

You'll Learn How to Safely Use 15 or more Essential Oils

Dr. Power begins the aromatherapy workshop with an overview of aromatherapy and its place in modern herbalism followed by an easy-to-understand explanation of the physiological actions of essential oils, with an emphasis on their effect on the central nervous system. We'll look at practical methods for using essential oils including a comparison of the effectiveness of internal vs. external use (you'll be surprised!) and step-by-step guidelines for safe and effective external use. You'll learn how essential oils act on viral and bacterial infections, pain, inflammation, emotional distress and other conditions. The aromatherapy workshop includes in-depth discussion of some of the most versatile essential oils including lavender, rosemary, eucalyptus, tea tree, peppermint, thyme and chamomile and more than ten other essential oils with a wide range of applications for common health issues. During this aromatherapy workshop, drawing from her 20-plus years of study and practice, Dr. Power shares priceless information about how these essential oils are used in medical settings. Essential oils to be discussed include bergamot, frankincense, sweet orange, geranium, sandalwood, cedarwood, clary sage, ylang-ylang and others.
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Dr. Power is a retired, board certified neuropsychologist. She is a former Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery at the Medical College of Georgia and has over 20 years of clinical experience in both in- and out-patient settings. Her extensive studies in aromatherapy and other alternative healing methods include studies with Dr. Jane Buckle (aromatherapy) and Patricia Kyritsi Howell (herbal studies). She is founder and former owner of Dreaming Earth Botanicals (SomaTherapy Essential Oils) and an internationally known writer and teacher in the field of aromatherapy. Dr. Power grew up on a flower farm with grandparents who were dedicated 'plant people'. In 2000 she left conventional medicine in order to pursue her love of all things botanical. Her approach to aromatherapy weaves together solid scientific training and extensive clinical skills with a holistic approach that honors body, mind, and spirit. She is also the author of the Aromatherapy Quick Study Guide, published by Barcharts, Inc. and has had articles published in the World Health News and the New Life Journal.

In addition to teaching courses in aromatherapy for herself and The Aromatherapy School, Dr. Power has presented workshops on aromatherapy and the use of essential oils for the following schools and institutions:

• American Holistic Nurses Association (AHNA), Atlanta Chapter
• Appalachia School of Holistic Herbalism
• Botanologos School of Herbal Studies
• Chestnut School of Herbal Medicine
• Dreaming Earth Botanicals, LLC
• National Association of Holistic Aromatherapy (NAHA), S.E. Conference
• North Carolina Center for Health and Wellness, University of NC, Asheville (UNCA)

Aromatherapy Certificate

Aromatherapy Level I - 13 hours

Receive Level I certificate in aromatherapy from The Aromatherapy School. CEUs (Continuing education credits) from the American Herbalists Guild (AHG) through Botanologos (see below) are approved (13 CEUs). All Workshops are also CEU Eligible to RAs (Registered Aromatherapists) for ARC (Aromatherapy Registration Council).

Aromatherapy Workshop Sponsor

Patricia Kyritsi Howell and Botanologos School of Herbal Studies

For over 15 years, the BotanoLogos School for Herbal Studies, located in the mountains of northeast Georgia (USA), has specialized in teaching about Southern Appalachian medicinal herbs. The programs provide experiential learning in the botanically rich Appalachian mountains of Northeast Georgia, USA. Program director Patricia Kyritsi Howell, Registered Herbalist (AHG) is author of Medicinal Plants of the Southern Appalachians, an essential reference on use of native medicinal plants. www.wildhealingherbs.com

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