Description
Aromatherapy for Learning Difficulties CPD
Understanding how aromatherapy can support individuals with learning difficulties empowers therapists to offer care that is more inclusive, supportive and meaningful. This CPD course brings together practical aromatherapy skills, sensory awareness and person‑centred approaches, helping you elevate professional practice, nurture client wellbeing and build confidence across diverse therapeutic settings.
- ✔ Build confidence in supporting individuals with learning difficulties and neurodiverse needs.
- ✔ Understand how sensory experiences can influence behaviour, wellbeing and learning.
- ✔ Learn how aromatherapy can support relaxation, emotional balance and focus.
- ✔ Develop a greater understanding of touch as a therapeutic and communication tool.
- ✔ Enhance client wellbeing through safe, personalised aromatherapy approaches.
- ✔ Expand your knowledge of neurodiversity and person-centred care.
- ✔ Gain practical strategies that can be implemented immediately in professional practice.
- ✔ Increase confidence when working alongside families, carers and support teams.
What You’ll Learn Develop a broader understanding of learning difficulties and neurodevelopmental differences. Explore the challenges often experienced by children, young people and adults. Learn how to adapt aromatherapy safely and appropriately. Discover practical aromatherapy techniques suitable for different environments and needs. Develop a supportive and holistic approach to working with neurodiverse individuals.Understanding the Subject Area
Common Conditions or Client Needs Covered
Safe Aromatherapy Practice
Practical Treatment Applications
Client Care and Professional Practice
Practical Skills & Featured Oils ❧ Select appropriate essential oils for different emotional and sensory needs Ylang Ylang, Sweet Marjoram, Basil, Grapefruit, Ho Wood, Rosemary, Frankincense, Vetiver, Lavender, Sandalwood, Melissa, Mandarin, Cedarwood, Roman Chamomile, Peppermint, Geranium, Bergamot, Clary Sage, Petitgrain, Lemon, Sweet Orange and Eucalyptus Staigeriana. Arnica, Borage Oil and Calendula Oil. Hydrolats are explored as a gentle, sensory-friendly option suitable for a wide range of individuals with learning difficulties and sensory sensitivities.Practical Skills You’ll Develop
❧ Create personalised aromatherapy blends and support products
❧ Use sensory-based aromatherapy approaches confidently
❧ Adapt treatments for children, young people and adults
❧ Incorporate touch and massage appropriately and sensitively
❧ Recommend effective home and educational support strategies
❧ Develop person-centred aromatherapy programmes that promote wellbeing and engagementEssential Oils, Carrier Oils or Hydrolats Featured
Essential Oils
Carrier Oils
Hydrolats
Learning Types
In House Learning
Perfect for students who prefer classroom-based learning, tutor interaction, and hands-on demonstrations.
- Held at our Academy in Hinckley
- Taught by an experienced Academy tutor
- Practical, hands-on experience throughout
- Shared learning & tutor support
- Course kits sold separately
- On-site aromatherapy shop with student discount
We recommend loose, comfortable trousers and tops that allow easy movement. All loose tops should be tucked in during practical work. Shoes should be flat and comfortable.
Distance Learning
Study independently from home at your own pace, with full tutor support available when needed.
- Course notes and materials posted directly to you
- Ideal for students unable to travel
- Perfect for self-directed learners
- Dedicated tutor support
- Assignments to complete and return
Course kit included with this option. Our distance learning courses include course kits tailored to the course to help you use your practical skills while learning.
Live Learning
Learn from the comfort of your home. Our live learning takes place over two evenings via Zoom. Perfect for those who cant travel down to our academy. We run a variety of different live learning CPD through out the year.
- Comprehensive Course Materials: Upon booking, all course notes will be sent to you, so you’re prepared from day one.
- Interactive Learning: Participate in live sessions with our expert instructors and connect with fellow aromatherapy enthusiasts and Therapists.
- Flexible Learning: With convenient schedules spread over multiple evenings. This course takes place over two Thursday evenings (2.5 hours each evening).
E-Learning
We offer a range of E-Learning CPD and Diploma courses where you can learn online at your own pace.
Booking & Cancellations
In House Course Booking & Cancellations
Book online, email courses@penny-price.com, or call 01455 251020. You will be asked for full payment of the course fee or given the option to pay for your course in instalments by choosing to ‘pay in three’ with PayPal or in four instalments via Clear Pay.
All bookings will be acknowledged with a letter of acceptance, sent via email unless otherwise requested, and there will be an official enrolment form to fill out and return to the academy together with copies of any pre-requisite qualifications. There is a booking deadline of the Monday, two weeks before the course start date.
If you are unable to attend an in-House course for any reason, the following will apply:
- Cancellations giving over 14 days’ notice will receive a full refund (or have funds transferred to another course booking) less a cancellation fee of £10.
- If you fail to attend on the day of the course with no reasoning, you will not receive a refund
- Cancellations made within 14 days of the course start date will forfeit 50% of the full course fee paid.
- If there are mitigating circumstances, please contact the Academy to organise a solution as soon as you are able to do so.
If the Academy cancels a course:
- To be given a free transfer to the next available course of the same title or value.
- If the course is available via other learning methods, the Student will have the option to transfer to Distance Learning, or Live Learning where available, with no added cost. If the student chooses to transfer to E-Learning then a refund for the difference will be processed upon enrolment.
- If the course is a CPD, the student has the option to take the course on a 1-2-1 basis for an extra charge of £75 per day
Distance Learning Booking & Cancellations
Book online, email courses@penny-price.com, or call 01455 251020. Full payment is taken at the time of booking. Once a Distance Learning course has been purchased and your application has been accepted, you have the right to cancel your order within 14 calendar days of receiving your course materials.
- If you choose to cancel within this period, you will be responsible for the cost of returning the course materials to us. Once we have received the returned parcel, we will process your refund for the course.
- Please ensure that all course materials are returned in good condition. If any items are damaged, marked, used, or otherwise returned in a condition that significantly reduces their value, we will deduct a reasonable amount from your refund to reflect the loss in value.
Live Learning Booking & Cancellations
Once a course has been applied for, paid for in full, and learning materials or access details have been issued, cancellations cannot be accepted. If you experience any difficulties or are dissatisfied with any aspect of your course, please contact the Academy directly and we will do our best to assist you. Your statutory rights are not affected.
E-Learning Booking & Cancellations
Courses can be booked online, by email to courses@penny-price.com or by telephone on 01455 251020. Full payment is taken at the time of booking. Once the course has been applied for, paid in full and sent to the student then there is no option to cancel. If you are dissatisfied with the course at any point then please contact the academy directly. Your statutory rights are not affected.
About Our Academy
About Our Academy
Our Academy is designed to provide a comfortable, professional, and supportive learning environment for students. Below you’ll find information our facilities, accommodation, student resources, and what to expect when attending the Academy.
- An extensive complementary health library
- Complimentary tea, coffee, & herbal teas
- Student and trade discounts on products
- Comfortable teaching facilities
- Dedicated practical training areas
- On site shop
Nearby Accommodation if you need to travel.
Address:
Penny Price Aromatherapy LTD
Unit D3, Radius Court,
Maple Drive
Hinckley, Leicestershire
LE10 3BE
