Aromatherapy Access Course

New to massage? This access course gives you the essentials to start our accredited aromatherapy diploma, without heavy fees or prior training.

Course Overview

The IFA Level 4/5 Aromatherapy Diploma requires all learners to possess a recognised qualification in massage skills alongside theoretical knowledge in anatomy, physiology and pathologies.

These skills and knowledge are industry standard requirements for all vocational qualifications in complementary health and for new learners without this background, we are now able to offer our very own tailored access course that covers these requirements.

These foundational modules must be taken in order for acceptance on to the main aromatherapy diploma course and some units will run simultaneously with aromatherapy studies.

This course is also financially advantageous, because it allows access to further study without an overload of excessive course fees.

Attendance Type
Blended Learning
Qualification
Access Course
Duration
With Aromatherapy course

Course Fees

Deposit
£190
Cost
£1260

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This course is eligible for payment in three monthly installments, with a 20% deposit required upon enrolment, followed by three additional payments. Payments can be made via Bank Transfer or Direct Credit in Branch. View full terms and conditions.

Entry Requirements

There are no entry requirements to enrol on this course – it is open to all abilities, providing the learner is able to give and receive massage and has an acceptable command of written and spoken English language.

Course Structure

The Aromatherapy Access Course consists of the following modules:

Understand all 12 systems of the human body and associated disorders and diseases for each system.

Anatomical terms are used when describing the human body, enabling the future aromatherapist to work with the public safely and effectively while remaining within the scope of their professional practice.

Learners will master classical massage strokes, including effleurage, petrissage, vibration, lymphatic amongst others.

These skills are taught in class, but also supported by video resources to provide knowledge and practical massage skills.

Online learning and production of Business Plan.

Understand how to establish a business including personal management, market research, financial planning, swot analysis, how to formulate financial projections and various employment options amongst other relevant legalities and legislation.

The assessment method of this module is through business project coursework provided at the practical examination.

Ethical, legal and professional boundaries with clients, development of empathy, sensitivity and respect within the therapeutic relationship.

Also the importance of reflective practice, self-care and form a general understanding of other complementary therapy mediums for a multi-discipline approach to client needs.

The assessment method of this module is through the reflective practice coursework provided at the practical examination.

Assessment

Massage – This will be internally assessed by the school, prior to a final external examination with the IFA at the end of the course.

Anatomy, Physiology & Pathology –  Learners will have a revision question paper after each A&P learning session, which will be based on 12 questions per system.

Mock exam paper and on the final aromatherapy course exam day, there will be and IFA set exam paper – details of this will be provided much nearer to the final examination day.

Business Studies and Professional Practice –  these are internally assessed as project coursework throughout the main aromatherapy diploma course.

Course Dates

September 2026 Intake

Battersea, London
Date & Time Location
Friday 18 September 2026
08:00 AM – 16:00 PM
Unit 54, Battersea Business Centre, 99–109 Lavender Hill, Battersea, London SW11 5QL
Wednesday 23 September 2026
17:00 PM – 20:00 PM
Online via Zoom
Friday 25 September 2026
08:00 AM – 16:00 PM
Unit 54, Battersea Business Centre, 99–109 Lavender Hill, Battersea, London SW11 5QL
Wednesday 07 October 2026
17:00 PM – 20:00 PM
Online via Zoom
Friday 09 October 2026
08:00 AM – 16:00 PM
Unit 54, Battersea Business Centre, 99–109 Lavender Hill, Battersea, London SW11 5QL
Friday 16 October 2026
08:00 AM – 16:00 PM
Unit 54, Battersea Business Centre, 99–109 Lavender Hill, Battersea, London SW11 5QL
Wednesday 21 October 2026
17:00 PM – 20:00 PM
Online via Zoom
Wednesday 04 November 2026
18:00 PM – 21:00 PM
Online via Zoom
Wednesday 18 November 2026
18:00 PM – 21:00 PM
Online via Zoom
Wednesday 02 December 2026
18:00 PM – 21:00 PM
Online via Zoom
Wednesday 16 December 2026
18:00 PM – 21:00 PM
Online via Zoom
Wednesday 06 January 2027
18:00 PM – 21:00 PM
Online via Zoom
Wednesday 20 January 2027
18:00 PM – 21:00 PM
Online via Zoom
Wednesday 03 February 2027
18:00 PM – 21:00 PM
Online via Zoom
Wednesday 17 February 2027
18:00 PM – 21:00 PM
Online via Zoom
Wednesday 03 March 2027
18:00 PM – 21:00 PM
Online via Zoom
Saturday 06 March 2027
09:00 AM – 17:00 PM
Online via Zoom
Sunday 07 March 2027
09:00 AM – 17:00 PM
Online via Zoom
Wednesday 17 March 2027
18:00 PM – 21:00 PM
Online via Zoom
Wednesday 07 April 2027
17:00 PM – 20:00 PM
Online via Zoom
Lesson 1

Friday 18 September 2026
08:00 AM – 16:00 PM

Location: Unit 54, Battersea Business Centre, 99–109 Lavender Hill, Battersea, London SW11 5QL

Lesson 2

Wednesday 23 September 2026
17:00 PM – 20:00 PM

Location: Online via Zoom

Lesson 3

Friday 25 September 2026
08:00 AM – 16:00 PM

Location: Unit 54, Battersea Business Centre, 99–109 Lavender Hill, Battersea, London SW11 5QL

Lesson 4

Wednesday 07 October 2026
17:00 PM – 20:00 PM

Location: Online via Zoom

Lesson 5

Friday 09 October 2026
08:00 AM – 16:00 PM

Location: Unit 54, Battersea Business Centre, 99–109 Lavender Hill, Battersea, London SW11 5QL

Lesson 6

Friday 16 October 2026
08:00 AM – 16:00 PM

Location: Unit 54, Battersea Business Centre, 99–109 Lavender Hill, Battersea, London SW11 5QL

Lesson 7

Wednesday 21 October 2026
17:00 PM – 20:00 PM

Location: Online via Zoom

Lesson 8

Wednesday 04 November 2026
18:00 PM – 21:00 PM

Location: Online via Zoom

Lesson 9

Wednesday 18 November 2026
18:00 PM – 21:00 PM

Location: Online via Zoom

Lesson 10

Wednesday 02 December 2026
18:00 PM – 21:00 PM

Location: Online via Zoom

Lesson 11

Wednesday 16 December 2026
18:00 PM – 21:00 PM

Location: Online via Zoom

Lesson 12

Wednesday 06 January 2027
18:00 PM – 21:00 PM

Location: Online via Zoom

Lesson 13

Wednesday 20 January 2027
18:00 PM – 21:00 PM

Location: Online via Zoom

Lesson 14

Wednesday 03 February 2027
18:00 PM – 21:00 PM

Location: Online via Zoom

Lesson 15

Wednesday 17 February 2027
18:00 PM – 21:00 PM

Location: Online via Zoom

Lesson 16

Wednesday 03 March 2027
18:00 PM – 21:00 PM

Location: Online via Zoom

Lesson 17

Saturday 06 March 2027
09:00 AM – 17:00 PM

Location: Online via Zoom

Lesson 18

Sunday 07 March 2027
09:00 AM – 17:00 PM

Location: Online via Zoom

Lesson 19

Wednesday 17 March 2027
18:00 PM – 21:00 PM

Location: Online via Zoom

Lesson 20

Wednesday 07 April 2027
17:00 PM – 20:00 PM

Location: Online via Zoom

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Opportunities

The Aromatherapy Diploma course is a Level 4/5 qualification, and upon completion of both courses, you will be fully qualified to work as a professional Aromatherapist.

IFA-accredited practitioners, recognised by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA), are eligible for employment within the NHS.

Furthermore, the UK National Careers Service recommends the IFA as the preferred organisation for professional support within the field.

Tutors

Trevor Gorard, Sport & Remedial Studies Tutor

Trevor Gorard

Sport & Remedial Studies Tutor

Melanie Dean, CPD and Short Courses Tutor

Melanie Dean

Aromatherapy and CPD Courses Tutor

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Unit 54, Battersea Business Centre, 99–109 Lavender Hill, Battersea, London SW11 5QL