Aromatherapy Certification Program

Elevate your expertise in essential oils with our flagship Aromatherapy Certification Program. Whether you're aspiring to practice clinical aromatherapy or seeking a comprehensive understanding of essential oil science, essential oil safety, and aromatherapy applications, this certification course equips you with the skills to master the art and science of essential oils. Begin transforming your aromatherapy practice with confidence and knowledge today.

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235.0+ Hours of instruction
7 lessons

Become an Essential Oil Expert

Aromatherapy certification is there for those that want to truly master the art & science of essential oils as well as becoming a leading expert in aromatherapy.

Join the thousands of graduates from our industry-leading Aromatherapy Certification Course who have elevated their aromatherapy practice and transformed lives with their expertise. Whether you’re pursuing an aromatherapy career, enhancing your skills as an existing health professional, or aiming to become a confident professional aromatherapist, this course provides the in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience you need. With the support of a compassionate, like-minded community, this program sets the stage for lasting success in the art and science of aromatherapy.

About this course

Our Aromatherapy Certification Program is ideal for aspiring professionals and wellness enthusiasts looking to expand their expertise. Praised for its focus on essential oil chemistry, blending techniques, and safety, this program combines theory and practice to help you confidently integrate aromatherapy into your career or daily life. With flexible learning, a supportive community, and a focus on real-world application, graduates leave equipped to make a meaningful impact on others' well-being.

Whats Included in the Aromatherapy certification Program:

A Robust Learning Structure

Orientation + 7 In-Depth Lessons: Access a comprehensive curriculum 24/7 through our beautiful, user-friendly online classroom.
27 Instructional Videos and Webinars: Learn directly from Aromahead Founder and Lead Instructor Andrea Butje through engaging, in-depth sessions.

Practical Hands-On Learning

Blending Exercises and Fun Projects: Get hands-on experience with creative exercises that deepen your understanding of blending techniques.
Review Questions: Quiz yourself at the end of each lesson to reinforce your knowledge.

Essential Aromatherapy Tools

48 Original Recipes and Blends: Developed by Andrea Butje, these recipes are compiled in a stunning, downloadable PDF.
48 Detailed Essential Oil Datasheets: Printer-friendly and packed with key information, including therapeutic properties, safety data, and practical clinical applications for each oil.

Why Choose our Aromatherapy Certification Program?

This is more than just a certification—it’s your gateway to mastering the art and science of essential oils. With expert guidance, hands-on projects, and an industry-leading curriculum, this program is designed to give you the confidence and skills to use aromatherapy effectively for personal wellness or professional success. Join us and transform your passion into expertise!

Evidence-Based Education

This program isn’t just about memorizing facts—it’s about understanding the "why" and "how." Each lesson is grounded in scientific studies, offering clear explanations of essential oil effectiveness.

Foundational Essential Oil Knowledge

You’ll build a solid foundation for using essential oils confidently and effectively in your aromatherapy career, your aromatherapy practice, & personal life. Trusted for decades, Aromahead has been a leader in professional growth for aromatherapists worldwide.

The Art and Science of Blending with Essential Oils

Learn the artistry and science behind creating effective essential oil blends. Our blending lessons draw from both traditional aromatic studies and modern clinical applications, ensuring that your blends are both creative and purposeful.

Versatile Essential Oil Applications

With 48 essential oil profiles covered, you’ll master safe and diverse usage techniques for health, emotional well-being, and even professional settings.

Professional Growth Opportunities

This program goes beyond personal use. It’s ideal for: -Aspiring aromatherapists -Business owners in the wellness space -Existing health professionals in nursing, pharmacy, naturopathy, and massage therapist who want to integrate aromatherapy into their practices.

Industry-Leading Standards

Aromahead Institute is renowned for its commitment to excellence. Our courses are considered the gold standard in aromatherapy education, setting you up for success in a growing and rewarding field.

Transform Your Passion into Professional Expertise

The ACP Course Experience was awesome, to say the least. I was able to study online and not leave my responsibilities. There were times when life got in the way but the support and the technology was AWESOME! - Pamela G.

Gain the skills, confidence, and community support to master aromatherapy and make a lasting impact on wellness.

Our Aromatherapy Certification Program is perfect for aspiring clinical aromatherapists, licensed massage therapists, nursing professionals, pharmacists, and those who are focused on the health of their families. Our certification program is designed to enrich & expand students' aromatherapy practice. Graduates praise the program for its emphasis on essential oil chemistry, aromatherapy blending techniques, and essential oils safety. All crucial for becoming a successful professional in the field. The curriculum strikes a balance between theory and practice, ensuring students can confidently integrate aromatherapy & essential oils into their daily life. The program fosters a supportive community, encouraging collaboration among like-minded individuals, and offers flexibility for personalized learning and growth. Graduates emerge with the skills and confidence needed to excel in their aromatherapy practice & aromatherapy consultation making a positive impact on others' well-being.

"I was looking for a quality, professional-level training that I could complete at home. I had tried correspondence courses in the past and found them difficult and isolating. Aromahead's structure is totally superior! The forum is a lifeline for me. Watching the webinars and videos makes me feel like I am in the classroom and learning in person. Studying at Aromahead was an all- around fantastic experience."

- Claudia M.

"The Aromatherapy Certification Program helped me open my own online apothecary business! Although I'm just starting out, it's already doing very well! It has given me the flexibility to stay home and care for my parents without having to work a 9 to 5 day job. This is truly a huge blessing in my life!"

- Christine S.

"In my 25 years as a naturopath and chiropractor, I have rarely encountered the level of teaching expertise I experienced in the Aromatherapy Certification Program."

- Edie P.

"I love that you can learn at your own pace. The complete program was easy to follow and the feedback from the Aromahead Team was outstanding. I found the forum a game-changer. The forum is a great resource to find answers to questions and know you can depend on them."

- Dianne R.

"I love Aromahead Institute because it taught me all I needed to know in simple detail. They explained it and gave so many examples. It took me a while to get it all, but because the essential oil itself took me into their world, I wanted to learn more and more. I fell in love. Aromahead Institute gave me as much time as I needed to get it, so it was a win-win education after all."

- Lus F.

After completing this aromatherapy program you’ll be able to...

Understand the science behind WHY essential oils work, based on the latest research and facts.

Know what aromatherapy can and can't do and when to use it to improve people's health.

Use essential oils for your own enjoyment, self-care, and natural healing.

Practice holistic aromatherapy & create blends that help ease physical symptoms or balance difficult emotions, 100% naturally.

Integrate chemistry, aroma, & energetics to make effective blends that work on multiple levels.

Use essential oils safely, even with children, pregnant or nursing women, and the elderly.

Make custom body butters, hand soaps, lip balms, bath salts, healing salves, & learn how to formulate with essential oils.

Existing health professionals can explore ways to use holistic aromatherapy in your work OR launch an exciting new career path.

Aromatherapy Certification Foundational Knowledge

In addition, our Aromatherapy Certification Program will help you...

Gain hands-on experience using essential oils to support specific health challenges.

Receive extensive feedback on your blending exercises from your personal case study instructor.

Use essential oils for your own enjoyment, self-care, and natural healing.

Learn to practice aromatherapy in harmony with the human body through Aromahead's Anatomy & Physiology class.

Research and write about an Aromatherapy topic of your choice.

Gain the credibility, trust & skills that comes with an official aromatherapy certification from a top institute with a curriculum & methods offered to provide a complete education.

Learn more about aromatic medicine & the clinical uses of essential oils

Build an aromatherapy career weather you work with herbal medicine, nurse practitioners, massage therapy, pharmacy, professional aromatherapist & more!

Course Outline

235+ Hours of Instruction

7 Comprehensive Lessons

48 Essential Oils Covered

40+ Blends & Products Made

Orientation

Essential oil safety guidelines
Blending & dilution techniques
Introduction to essential oil chemistry
Labeling guidelines and FDA-friendly language
Aromatherapy scope of practice
48 printable essential oil datasheets (with facts about each oil, therapeutic + clinical uses, safety considerations, and scientific references)

Lesson 1

How essential oils are absorbed
All about olfaction (your sense of smell)
Safe use of oils on the skin
How to read a GC/MS report (and how they can help you choose oils in each situation)
Latin names & chemical families (and why they’re important)
How to create inhalers and steam blends
Physical & emotional properties of essential oils

Lesson 2

A brief history of Aromatherapy
Methods for extracting essential oils
All about carrier oils & butters
How to make healing salves
How oils can help heal injury and reduce inflammation
How oils can reduce stress and ease pain
How understanding specific chemical families can improve your blending

Lesson 3

Chemical components & medicinal properties of essential oils
Potential drug interactions (and how to avoid them!)
How to price oils & products for resale
Monoterpenol & sesquiterpenol chemical families and their distinctive qualities

Lesson 4

Hydrosols and how to use them
The best essential oils for nourishing skin
Blends for reducing infections, pain, and inflammation
How to make luscious body butters
The essential oils in the phenol, aldehyde, and ketone families

Lesson 5

The art of blending by aroma
Natural remedies for respiratory issues
Powerful oils from the Ester, Oxide, and Ether families & their safety considerations
Hand soaps, salt scrubs, and inhalers
How to format GC/MS reports and create your own essential oil datasheets

Lesson 6

Everything you need to know about using essential oils with pregnant women
Advanced blending techniques
How to make the best oil substitutions for any recipe
Lip balms, room sprays & linen sprays
How to make your own natural cleaning products

Lesson 7

Build your vision for how you’ll use essential oils in your life (and possibly even in your career!)
Complete remaining requirements to become a Certified Aromatherapist with hands-on instructor guidance (final exam, case studies, research paper, anatomy & physiology course)

Learn from the experts

Karen Williams and Andrea Butje are your guides throughout this program

Karen Williams

Lead Instructor & Director of Aromatherapy Education

I got my start many years ago as a registered nurse working in the hospital system. But along the way I discovered essential oils, and my approach to life changed forever.

Registered Nurse
Certified Aromatherapist
School Owner

Andrea Butje

Founder and Instructor

Helping students master the art and science of essential oils is my passion and life's work.

Founder & Instructor
Founder: Finger Lakes School of Massage
LMT
Alliance of International Aromatherapists (AIA): Lifetime Achievement Award, 2013

Start now or later, with lifetime access and 24/7 flexibility.

Learn on Your Schedule, for Life

Begin your journey whenever you're ready—your course never expires! Study at your own pace with unlimited access to course materials and updates, even after completion. Stay supported through our vibrant online forum, where you can connect with instructors, students, and graduates.

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Questions & Answers

What is the Aromatherapy Certification Program (ACP)?

The Aromatherapy Certification Program (ACP) is Aromahead Institute’s flagship course, designed to provide comprehensive training in the safe and effective use of essential oils. It meets the professional standards set by both the National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy (NAHA) and the Alliance of International Aromatherapists (AIA), ensuring graduates are recognized as qualified practitioners in aromatherapy. The course is suitable for beginners and advanced learners, preparing students to pursue a professional career as certified aromatherapists.

How can I become a certified aromatherapist online?

To become a certified aromatherapist online, enroll in Aromahead’s Aromatherapy Certification Program. This 100% online program offers video lessons, in-depth coursework, and lifetime access to study materials. Upon completion, graduates earn a professional certification that is recognized by both the National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy (NAHA) and the Alliance of International Aromatherapists (AIA). This dual recognition qualifies you to practice aromatherapy in a variety of professional settings worldwide.

What makes Aromahead’s ACP the best aromatherapy certification program?

Aromahead’s Aromatherapy Certification Program is considered the best aromatherapy certification program because it meets the high standards set by both NAHA and AIA, offers an entirely online format, and provides a science-based curriculum. It’s suitable for both enthusiasts and aspiring professionals, with lifetime access to resources and ongoing support. Students gain a deep understanding of essential oil chemistry, blending techniques, and practical application, preparing them for a career in aromatherapy or complementary health fields. Aromahead is also proud to have the most capable and knowledgable case study instructors of any aromatherapy school on the planet.

What is included in the essential oils certification course?

Some people refer to our certification program as an essential oils certification course. Aromatherapy includes essential oils and much more. The certification program includes over 200 hours of comprehensive instruction on topics such as: Safe and effective essential oil use. The chemistry of essential oils. Customizing therapeutic blends. Business practices for aromatherapy professionals. The program also meets the requirements for certification by both NAHA and AIA, adding credibility and value to your training. Students receive lifetime access to course materials and a detailed aromatherapy manual.

What is the difference between aromatherapy certification and essential oil education?

Aromatherapy certification provides a formal qualification recognized by professional organizations such as NAHA and AIA, ensuring a high standard of education in essential oil use, safety, and application. General essential oil education is less structured and typically doesn’t lead to certification or professional recognition.

Can I complete the aromatherapy certification program entirely online?

Yes! The ACP is designed to be completed 100% online. This flexible format allows students to study at their own pace while accessing in-depth video lessons, quizzes, and interactive content from anywhere in the world. Additionally, the course is recognized by both NAHA and AIA, giving it international credibility.

How long does it take to complete the Aromatherapy Certification Program?

The ACP is self-paced, allowing students to work according to their own schedules. Most participants complete the course within 6–12 months, though some finish sooner. Upon completion, graduates earn certification recognized by both NAHA and AIA, opening the door to professional opportunities in aromatherapy.

Are there prerequisites for joining the ACP?

No prior experience is required to enroll in Aromahead’s ACP. The program is open to anyone interested in aromatherapy, whether they’re beginners or looking to deepen their knowledge. It meets professional requirements set by NAHA and AIA, giving students a clear path to certification and professional recognition.

What career opportunities are available for certified aromatherapists?

Certified aromatherapists can pursue careers in: Holistic health practices. Spa and wellness industries. Essential oil education and consulting. Retail or product development of aromatherapy-based goods. Corporate wellness programs. Aromahead's ACP course is approved for Certification by both NAHA and AIA, which enhances professional credibility and expands career opportunities. A significant number of graduates use our certification program to enhance their existing careers in nursing, pharmacy, chiropractors, natural paths, massage therapists and much more.

What is the access policy for course materials and videos?

You will have ongoing access to your course for as long as our school operates. While we can't use the term 'lifetime' due to its legal ambiguity, we assure you of continued access to the course materials as long as Aromahead Institute is active.

Are there any special aromatherapy recipes and blends in the course?

Yes, there are a lot of safe and effective aromatherapy recipes and blends developed exclusively for the ACP! With this program you will create 40+ blends. In total there are 22 blending exercises and 58 recipes.

How can students quickly reference information about essential oils?

Quick-reference datasheets are provided for each of the 48 essential oils studied during the course.

Are there any additional courses included with enrollment?

Yes, students get free access to an Anatomy and Physiology course.

Is there a discount on aromatherapy products for students?

Yes, students receive a 15% discount on essential oils and aromatherapy products for a full year at Aromatics International.

Is there a platform for student and instructor interaction?

Yes, there is access to our private community forum to connect with instructors and fellow students. We also provide 1-on-1 interaction with a highly experienced case study instructor to help assist with the case study and research paper process.

Does the course offer any formal accreditation?

Yes, the course is accredited by well-respected, industry-leading organizations, including NAHA (National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy), IFPA (International Federation of Professional Aromatherapists), and AIA (Alliance of International Aromatherapists). This ensures the education provided is of high quality and aligns with industry standards. This course is approved for AIA and NAHA's level 2.

What is the guarantee and refund policy?

We understand the importance of your investment in our course. If you decide within the first 7 days that the course is not suitable for you, please email team@aromahead.com with a valid reason for a refund. A prompt refund will be issued. Note that refund requests are only accepted within the 7-day period without exception.

A little more about our approach...

“Aromahead provides the best online instruction available anywhere, In addition  to the excellent curriculum and materials,  they provide thoughtful ongoing support.” - On A Mission To Heal

About Our School

The Aromahead Approach™ has always been about simplifying complex aromatherapy concepts to make learning fun, engaging & approachable for all.

We're proud of our long history and rich tradition of providing top-tier holistic aromatherapy education & certification. Our personal experiences, lifelong passion & vibrant community is what infuses Aromahead with vast knowledge, inspiration and credibility ensuring that all our students receive comprehensive insights and are motivated toward holistic well-being. That being said, it is with great joy that we watch our students take their education to the next level through personal health goals, medicinal practice, new businesses and so much more.

Today, Aromahead Institute is renowned as the world’s leading essential oil educator & Aromatherapy Certification Program, boasting more than 25 years of experience in aromatherapy education. We combine self-paced courses with a nurturing environment, thanks to our committed instructors and a thriving community of essential oil enthusiasts world-wide.

The Aromahead Approach™

Making Sense of Complex Topics

At the core of The Aromahead Approach™ is our dedication to breaking down intricate aromatic studies into simple, easy-to-understand lessons.

Learning that Captivates

Our interactive modules with captivating visuals, makes the aromatherapy learning journey as memorable as it is informative.

Approachable for All

Each aromatherapy course contains resources that are crafted to be welcoming to all, ensuring every learner feels included and empowered as they explore essential oils for professional aromatherapy and personal use.

Did You Know?

Our Aromatherapy Certification Program certificate is approved by the American Association of Drugless Practitioners (AADP), an independent accrediting board for alternative health educational institutions and programs. The Aromatherapy Certification Program is also approved by The National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy (NAHA), the Alliance of International Aromatherapists (AIA), and the International Federation of Professional Aromatherapists (IFPA) – all leading governing bodies for educational standards for Aromatherapists.