In recent years, we discovered people were getting more interested in aromatherapy courses. It might be out of their curiosity, or they wish to turn the interest into a career. At all events, it does provoke some questions in their mind regarding the course.

The question most people asked was, “What is the difference between the International Federation of Aromatherapists (IFA) and other organizations offered Aromatherapy Course?”

Some may also ask, “Why it takes a longer time to complete the course than the other similar courses?”

Some even may confuse about which aromatherapy diploma course to choose.

Even though there are many Aromatherapy Diploma courses offered by other professional organizations, however, there is a different level of qualification and training. Before making the decision, try to seek more information and figure out which one best suits your needs.

Let’s examine what this IFA course of the UK can offer you.

This course is set at the qualification of equivalent to Level 4-5 in the higher education framework and accredited by IFA. Therefore, find out if the course you are interested in is at which level.

Furthermore, IFA does not separate different levels of Aromatherapy certification. Once students have completed the course and passed the exams, they will obtain the diploma certification leading to internationally recognised qualifications.

IFA is the first and largest governing body for professional aromatherapy worldwide. Thus, if you choose IFA then you will belong to a reputable professional organization that is recognized globally as symbolizing experience, expertise and excellence in the field of aromatherapy. 

Besides, this course may take a longer time to complete than other similar courses is because the syllabus covered requires a specific time frame to complete. Also, this is to make sure to train more qualified aromatherapists and in practical training to develop students’ leading therapeutic skills.

What can you do after you have become a certified aromatherapist?

• Open your own aromatherapy clinic or own your own business.
• Provide professional consultation service to essential oils companies, salons, spas and hotels.
• Creating your own product range and product formulation.
• Conduct a workshop to teach fundamental aromatherapy.
• After gaining 5 years of experience in the aromatherapy field, you may turn to become an IFA trainer/teacher.
• Go into publishing once you possess the relevant experience.
• Giving a talk on aromatherapy
• Giving help and providing aromatherapy treatment to the needy in the local community.