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Level IV Essential Oil Chemistry 101 Course

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Course Curriculum Outline Level IV Essential Oil Chemistry 101 Course The focus of this course is to introduce the student to basic chemistry of essential oils based on the main chemical components within essential oils. Essential oils are comprised of many different biochemical constituents; these components give essential oils both their therapeutic properties and safety cautions. Students will learn the importance of knowing the chemical makeup of an essential oil as well as specific chemotypes for making choices when selecting which essential oils to use of not use. This Course Module Will Cover:

  • Basic science of essential oils and why it is an integral part of aromatherapy
  • The what, why and how of chemistry as it applies to essential oils
  • How essential oils are extracted-its effect on chemical composition
  • Essential oil constituents, structure and their therapeutic properties
  • Essential oil analysis-what’s in the bottle
  • What are chemotypes, synergies and more.

Course Information

Estimated Time: 50 hours

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Module 1 – Essential Oil Chemistry 101

The Basic Science behind Essential Oils – Part I

Part I
The Basic Science behind Essential Oils – Part II

Part II

Chemical Constituents Chart

Main Essential Oil Chemical Constituents

Essential Oil Properties (Actions and Effects)

Alternative Property: cleanse and purify the blood, aka: blood purifiers
Analgesic property: loss of sensation, pain relieving
Anti-inflammatory Property: alleviates inflammation
Antispasmodic Property: ease spasms and relieve cramps
Antibacterial Property: destroy bacteria
Antimicrobial Property: inhibit and destroy pathogenic organisms
Antifungal Property: destroy and prevent fungal infections and bacteria contributing to infection
Antiviral Property: aid in antiviral activity against viral infections/pathogens
Antiseptic Property: helps control infection
Astringent Property: contracts, tightens and binds tissues
Cicatrisant Property: promote cellular growth for wound healing
Carminative Property: digestive system support for calming digestive issues (gas, bloating, belching, nausea, etc.)
Diaphoretic (Sudorific) Property: induce/promotes perspiration
Diuretic Property: increase urine flow
Disinfectant Property: prevent and decrease spread of germs
Deodorant Property: aid in controlling and destroying odors
Expectorant Property: promote and expel mucus/phlegm from respiratory system
Nervine Property: supports the nervous system via strengthening and tonifying
Rubefacient Property: increasing blood flow circulation
Tonic Property: improve and strengthen bodily performance/energy

Essential Oil Blending-An Art & Science

Component Blending
Synergy Blending
Yin & Yang Blending
Blending by Notes
Creative Blending

Assignments and Quiz

Course Completion Requirements for Essential Oil Chemistry 101
Level IV Course Module Assignments
Level IV Case Study Requirements
Level IV – Case Study #1
Level IV – Case Study #2
Level IV – Case Study #3
Level IV – Case Study #4
Level IV – Case Study #5
Level IV Essential Oil Chemistry 101 Course Quiz
Level IV Certificate Submission Form

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