The Aromatic Studies MethodTM
The Aromatic Studies MethodTM is a pioneering, balanced, innovative and progressive approach to teaching the basic concepts of Aromatherapy in order to help people live more consciously, by using the profound holistic nature of essential oils as the core catalyst to inspire change, The Aromatic Studies MethodTM provides a modern, heart-centered philosophical framework to guide teachers, students and laypeople to live healthier and inspired lives.

THE FRAMEWORK - SHIFTING THE PARADIGM
The philosophical foundation of The Aromatic Studies Method is built upon a framework that redefines what being healthy means.
- Stimulate and support the body's innate ability to heal
- Encompass the whole (individual) person
- Address the underlying cause
- Aromatherapist as Teacher
- Prevention
- Hippocratic Oath: First do no harm.


THE CORE PRINCIPALS
Understanding Knowledge: Art (intution) + Science (facts)
Aromatherapy is the quintessential expression of HOLISM
Know the Person, rather than the Disease
Intention and Mindfulness
Significance of Relationships:
- Client and Practitioner
- Practitioner and Oils
- Boundaries, personal and professional
- To Nature (plants)
- To Self
THE CORE PRACTICE
The Aromatic Studies MethodTM is practically applied via 3 Core Methodologies. These core methodologies offer specific guidelines for blending essential oils and revolutionize the way in which practitioners, teachers and natural beauty entrepreneurs approach formulation, through the lens of wellness and healing.
- Blending - Our unique approach to formulating
- The Consultation - Our comprehensive approach to clinical practice
- Plant Relationship(s) - We believe in the power of our relationship with nature to heal and transform.

I love teaching at the New York Institute of Aromatic Studies, especially Jade Shute’s ground breaking method which is not just insightful for students to learn, but also enlightening to pass on to others. Jade's work developing this program has been crucial for me personally, to unearth my passion within the field of aromatic medicine, and to deepen my love and understanding of the fascinating plant-beings that we coexist on this Planet with. This path is incredibly rewarding, so if you are serious about developing your knowledge within this field, then this is the place for you to learn and grow! And, as a bonus, join a wonderful community of like-minded souls.
― Elisabeth "Libby" Vlasic, Certified Aromatic Studies Method Teacher