Graduate Certificate in Aromatherapy - Online

Comments about Graduate Certificate in Aromatherapy - Online

• Objectives
  Graduates of the Graduate Certificate in Aromatherapy will be able to:
  
  * Assemble a solid theoretical understanding of how to review, utilize and design scientific and clinical research.
  * Construct a strong theoretical knowledge of the principles of pharmacognosy and phytochemistry as they apply to botanical studies.
  * Critically evaluate the molecular structure of active constituents and how they contribute to a botanical’s observable actions.
  * Identify and evaluate the methods of quality control, extraction, potency, and variability of herbs and how it relates to the botanical industry.
  * Synthesize an advanced knowledge of the principles of toxicology and the mechanisms and effect of herb-herb and herb-drug interactions.
  * Demonstrate an understanding of the toxicology of plant and essential oil constituents, the possible allergic and adverse reactions to herbal products and the influence of herbal quality on potential toxicity.
  * Analyze the relative risks and benefits of commonly used botanical substances.
  * Compare and contrast knowledge from empirical use with data from current phytochemical, toxicological and epidemiological studies and databases.
  * Construct an in-depth understanding of the principles of aromatherapy, aromatology, and aromacology.
  * Categorize and apply an understanding of the bioactivity, psychological effects and safety issues of essential oils and their components.
  * Evaluate and judge the clinical effect of essential oils through exploring research literature as well as historical perspectives.
• Course description
  Graduate Certificate in Aromatherapy™ Online requirements:
  
  Course         Credits
  Chem 502 Principles of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry    3
  Tox 501 Fundamentals of Toxicology and Safety in Botanical Medicine    3
  Aroma 501 Aromatherapy Science     3
  Res 501 Assessment and Integration of Research    3
  
  Total Credits:    12
  
  Study Time:
  
  Each course within the Certificate is completed over 16 weeks. Minimum study time recommended for each course is 9 hours per week. Graduates are awarded the Graduate Certificate in Aromatherapy™.
  
  Materials:
  See each course listing for a complete list of program materials.

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