IFA Aromacare Carer's Certificate Course

Structure

The course is taught from the IFA Aromacare Manual, which is provided to each learner via their tutor, containing all course notes, diagrams and clear instructions to refer to throughout your studies.

*Guided Learning Hours (GLH): include an estimate of the time allocated to contact hours with the tutor, this could be in the classroom, via zoom or other means of structured learning time i.e., directed assignments or other means of supportive individual study and practice. 

*Self-Study Hours (SSH): includes the hours a learner independently studies which include revision, portfolio, case studies etc.

Duration

Minimum period of tuition 05 days + 01 day for assessment
Maximum period of tuition over 06 months

Learners must undertake the IFA assessment within 1 year of completing the course. 
 

Delivery

All components of the course are mandatory and will be taught as described in the manual. It is not a requirement by the IFA that the course be delivered in any particular order and teachers may retain their own unique emphasis on certain subjects to reflect the needs of their learners. This course can be undertaken partly via distance learning but not in its majority to benefit the most from the course.

Assessment

Learners are required to demonstrate their understanding through formative and summative assessments in order to attain the IFA Certificate of Professional Competence. Each learner is required to submit coursework, which provide evidence of the learners progress and understanding. On completion of the course learners are required to illustrate their knowledge by undertaking the IFA practical assessment.

Compulsory Assignments

All compulsory assignments below are assessed and verified by your principal tutor before being presented to the IFA Quality Assurance Assessor at the practical assessment, which will be externally graded. Learners will present their coursework in a portfolio. The portfolio will also include the learners own course notes and assignments set by their tutor to measure performance and any other evidence of other related training and qualifications. 

Case Studies Assignment
Learners are required to complete case studies consisting of 16 individual treatments, for example 4 ‘clients’ receiving 4 treatments. The case studies must include evaluations and reflective practice. Case studies provide evidence of the learner’s practical skills and ability to develop and adapt treatment plans and create appropriate remedies. 

Compulsory External Assessment

In order to be awarded the IFA Certificate of Professional Competence, learners must successfully complete the IFA three (3) hours external practical assessment. Before entering the IFA examinations the learner must have completed all the compulsory coursework components, as prescribed above and have a minimum of 100% attendance record. This includes:

• Basic knowledge of and applied contextual competency in relation to the adherence to related legal policy and procedure.  For example, Health and Safety, Care and Protection of Children, the Elderly and Vulnerable Adults – professional and public awareness and responsibility, legislation and advice.
• Basic understanding of and applied contextual competency in relation to Emotional Health & Wellbeing.
• Basic knowledge of and competency the application of Essential Oils in context.
• Basic knowledge of and competency in the application of massage techniques in context.
• Basic knowledge of and competency in applying understanding or Anatomy and Physiology in context.
• Case Studies and Client Notes.

An IFA Quality Assurance Assessor will visit the Centre to conduct and invigilate the assessment. The Centre tutor will arrange assessment dates with the IFA Head Office who will confirm the date. Please refer to your tutor for all questions relating to assessments.

Approved Centres

To discuss your requirements, including information relating to terms times, schedules and course fees please contact an IFA approved Centre directly. To locate an IFA Aromacare approved centre to undertake training please enter your postcode.

All learners who attend an IFA course will be issued with a student ID card from the IFA head Office. Please note, some companies are falsely claiming to be an IFA approved Centre, or are alluding to accredited status by making statements such as ‘Adhering to IFA standards’ or misuse of the IFA logos etc. This deception is not permitted and the IFA will take appropriate action against any company who make such claims. If a company is not included in this list, they are not approved by the IFA. If you still have any doubts about a company or an individual claiming IFA status, please contact us for clarification.

Cannot find an approved centre near you? Unfortunately, the IFA do not currently have approved centres in all countries and regions delivering this course and therefore you will be required to travel to the nearest provider to you to complete.