Level 3 Diploma in
Aromatherapy
Nurture wellbeing through the power of essential oils and therapeutic massage
Aromatherapy is a beautiful treatment using natural oils extracted from plants and flowers. These oils can support a wide range of conditions including stress, anxiety, insomnia, and digestive imbalances. In this course, you’ll learn how to create bespoke essential oil blends tailored to your clients, and apply them through massage, skincare, bathing, and other traditional methods to encourage deep relaxation and holistic healing.
You’ll gain the skills to confidently choose and blend oils, apply them through full-body aromatherapy massage, and support your clients with thoughtful, therapeutic care.
Why Study Aromatherapy?
Aromatherapy is a deeply supportive therapy - promoting both physical and emotional well-being. As interest in natural wellness grows, trained aromatherapists are increasingly sought-after in private practice, spas, clinics, and holistic health settings.
Course Content
You’ll cover everything you need to practise safely, confidently, and professionally, including:
Aromatherapy chemistry
How essential oils work on the mind and body
Properties and benefits of 30+ essential oils
Blending to safe dilution ratios
Contraindications and safe practice
Carrier oils and their individual benefits
Full-body massage incorporating essential oils
Inhalations, compresses, and other oil application methods
Client care, consultation, and treatment planning
Adapting treatments to the individual
Aromatherapy for specific conditions
Business practice and setting up as a therapist
Course Dates & Fees
2025/26
8 x Thursdays 10am-4pm
14, 21 May
4, 11, 18 June
2, 16 July
£1395
This includes VTCT registration fee and Aromatherapy kit (37 essential oils, 8 carrier oils)
How You’ll Be Assessed
Practical aromatherapy massage assessments
Theory test
Home Study Requirements
To support your learning and build experience, you will be required to:
Complete 60 aromatherapy case study treatments (36 massages, 24 other application methods)
Written assignment
Entry Requirements
L3 Massage
L3 Anatomy & Physiology
A good standard of written and spoken English