Short Courses
(1-4 hours)
Our short programs focus on specific topics designed to empower you to utilize essential oils for health imbalances. These programs also provide valuable continuing education opportunities.
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Grief and AromaticsIn this 5-hour course you will travel through the seven stages of grief, exploring how we can use aromatics as support, whilst keeping in mind and illustrating that the grieving process is not at all linear and is highly personal. You will learn how aromatics can be part of our toolbox and how they can accompany us through the different faces and stages of grief. -
Aromatics, Trauma and ResiliencyJoin Jade Shutes for this innovative and timely course on Aromatics, Trauma, and Resiliency – Becoming Trauma-Informed. Throughout our time together, you will learn how trauma and chronic stress impact our physical and emotional well-being and how essential oils (and other aromatics) can be used to support yourself, your family, friends, and clients. -
Introduction to Essential Oils for AnimalsIn this introductory course, it is my intention to share a glimpse into my experience of over 25 years in the animal aromatic field. I want you to immerse yourself in this wonderful path, so you can fill your cup of good, foundational knowledge working with aromatics, and animals. -
Introduction to HydrosolsIn this introduction to hydrosols, you will learn how hydrosols are made, properties of unique hydrosols, and how to use them. We will also be sharing aromatic plant stories. Join artisan distillers Jade Shutes and Ildiko Berecz for this magical look at the role of hydrosols for emotional and physical well-being. -
Diffusing Essential OilsAre you confused by what you read, and baffled by the huge selection of essential oils to choose from? Are you looking for best and safest practices? Diffusing essential oils is often considered one of the easiest first steps to experiencing the benefits of aromatherapy - and it is also often considered to be the safest delivery method. -
Essential Oils for Homeschool and Virtual LearningIn this 1 hour online course “Essential Oils for Homeschool and Virtual Learning,” Instructor Margo Hertzfeld will share some of the lessons she has learned from her time homeschooling. We have a strong opportunity to use our olfactory bulbs’ direct connection to our limbic system in any classroom. Through what we smell, we can enhance memory, or mood, or even cognitive ability. -
Essential Oils and Emotional WellbeingIn this 2.5 hour class, you will learn how to utilize essential oils to support emotional health and well-being as well as enhance resiliency during these challenging times. -
Essential Oils for Respiratory HealthIn this 2.5 hour class, you will learn how to utilize essential oils to support your respiratory system health through the autumn and winter months. -
Essential Oils in PregnancyPregnancy is a vulnerable time for both the pregnant parent and developing baby. Information regarding the use of botanicals to address common pregnancy concerns ranges from using essential oils all the time to recommendations to avoid all botanical extracts because the exact safety of the botanicals has not yet been established. Reality sits in between those two extremes. -
Essential Oils for SleepIn this 1.5 hour class, you will explore the many facets of sleep and what can disrupt it. A variety of natural ways to support sleep will be covered including aromatherapy and a favorite sleep blend. In the course you will learn about common sleep disorders, sleep hygiene and natural sleep solutions. -
Aromatics and Menopausal SkincareIn this recorded class, we will look at our skin through the lens of menopause and holistic skin care, gain an understanding the changes taking place at different stages of our wise woman years. -
CO2 Extracts and AromatherapyCurious about CO2 extracts? Join Jade Shutes in a three part recorded webinar series and online course and discover and learn what they are, their therapeutic benefits and how to use them.
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