Australia was, in my opinion, a country that was ahead of the curve in the Aromatherapy world with a nationally recognized Diploma of Clinical Aromatherapy & one of the very first government-accredited qualifications in Aromatic Medicine (Internal Use of essential Oils). Ever since 2015, when the Government decided to no longer recognize Aromatherapy as an effective medical treatment and therefore no longer subject to Medicare rebates & private health insurance rebates, or Government Study Assistant Loan (Fee-Help), Aromatherapy has been slowly dying. From the Aromatic Medicine Qualification going from an HLT60907 Advanced Diploma to now downgraded HLTSS00046 Skill Set, to the ONLY Australian Aromatherapy Association IAAMA (International Aromatherapy & Aromatic Medicine Association) which was founded in September 1993 (as the Australian branch of the IFA – International Federation of Aromatherapists before breaking away from IFA in 2008) having closed its doors and now one of Australia’s oldest RTO Aromatherapy Schools, the one which pioneered the Advanced Diploma of Aromatic Medicine and was the ONLY school in Australia teaching the a HLTSS00046 Aromatic Therapies Skill Set closing its doors, Aromatherapy in Australia seems to be dead. Currently, only three RTO Schools are teaching the HLT52315 – Diploma of Clinical Aromatherapy & they are: Massage Schools of Queensland has been teaching since 2016 Melbourne College of Hair and Beauty has been teaching this qualification since 2016 Max Therapy School has been teaching this qualification since 2017. There is no longer any real competition when it comes to retail or wholesale suppliers for Aromatherapy in this country, as many of the retailers closed their doors either due to the ridiculous amount of rent, import tax on goods, etc., or by being bought out by ABP (Australian Botanical Products /Ixom). We used to be able to get Hydrosols, CO2 Extracts, and high-quality essential oils in this country. Heck, we had a product range that was exclusively sold to practitioners only called Essential Therapeutics that was once owned by well-known Clinical Aromatherapist and Aromatic Medicine Practitioner Ron Guba. The company, unfortunately, was bought out by ABP, and since then, the quality and reliability of the company have gone downhill, with products not being restocked for months or even years.

Day 3, strictly speaking it was last night, of Aromatherapy Awareness week...... and here we have East meets West @Matthew Sulpizi representing Australia and @Ruxandra Meinze representing the US, with yours truly in the middle. Q. What were they learning? A. How to dowse for Essential Oils. Q. What happens when 3 Aromatherapists get together? A. A two hour class turns into 3! 😂 Those who know me, know I have been dowsing for EO's for over 30 years now, and I have learnt more about EO's and their nuances and personalities than any book has taught me. Dowsing for EO's absolutely nails what clients need. Next class is Wednesday 24th June, 7pm GMT. Full details at this link: https://www.skool.com/maverick-aromatherapy-3200/learn-to-dowse-for-essential-oils

Who else is joining us next Monday 13th July live on zoom at 7pm BST for this, even if I do say so myself 😊, for this really interesting and informative class on the A&P of plants and how the extracted plant part corresponds to our own A&P? It will make your understanding of the extracted EO's much simpler to remember and apply to yourself or your clients. Yes, we need to know botanical names, country of origin, how varying climates, cultivation, soil, extraction process etc., are important for the end product, particularly for therapists. But when do we look at the plant's A&P for a deeper understanding of the healing properties they have and the Wow moment when we join the dots between their structure and our own A&P? This class isn't just for qualified Aromatherapists, it is ideal for the novice/home user of EO's and will simplify which EO is best suited for what ails you. No need for remembering or knowing the botanical name, country of origin, climate differences which affect the chemistry etc., just knowing which part of the plant is used. A fun class which gets you thinking outside the conventional box of essential oils. Please contact me direct for your registration and payment details. https://www.skool.com/maverick-aromatherapy-3200/calendar?eid=960b25dd501f4b728d267e5c4636c7d9

Dates for your diaries September 2026 Intake! Aromatherapy, Essential Oil Practitioner and Reflexology Diplomas This is the complete timetable for theory training. All theory classes are online and start at 7pm till 9.00pm (GMT)...depends how much we chat 😁 All practical training, where applicable, will be arranged on an individual basis. Each student will get their own individual Structure and Schedule contracts. ‘The Book’ means working through each of the 5 modules of my book covering the 54 oils you will be learning about. This will give you first-hand experience of the oils as you work towards your own personal ‘Dreams and Aspirations’ and addressing any issues you might have personally. It is also a working model that you can use in your Clinic to assess your client’s needs. What better way than to put yourself through the process first. All will be revealed 😊 . There are a further 17 EO’s which I call ‘The Poisons’, which have to be looked at (Core Curriculum requirements), but you won’t be using in Aromatherapy, certainly not on the skin. Reflexology students do not need to study The Poisons. 'Aromatherapy' covers all the theory and practice of Aromatherapy and to be completed by all students. 'A&P' is Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology, with particular emphasis on pathology and the relevant Essential Oils. You will not be required to sit this module if you already hold an A&P level 3 minimum with a stand-alone certification. But it will still be useful as we look at Pathologies and relevant essential oils. This will have been discussed at your interview. Practical hands-on training. All practical training (UK only) will be at your locality or at my home. Essential Oil Practitioners don’t have hands on training. 2026 Tuesday 15th September: Aromatherapy: History, Principles of Aromatherapy, Application of Essential Oils, Storage and handling. Tuesday 22nd September: A&P: Skeleton and Muscular systems. Tuesday 29th September: Aromatherapy: D.A.F.T. (Dosage, Application, Frequency and Time). Methods of extraction. Top, middle & base notes, What EO’s do and don’t do!

Putting in an order for author copies this week. Let me know below if you'd like a signed copy. The Natural Approach to Essential Oils is more than just a directory, it's also a workbook where you can work out, very simply, which single EO or create a blend for your personal needs. £29.99 +P&P The Natural Approach to "The Poisons", Herb v. Essential Oil, Which is Best? There are some readily available EO's which really should not be used in Aromatherapy. In this book I compare the efficacy and more importantly, the safety of using such EO's against their original plant. I also look at the history and usage of the plant, and why these EO's are restricted or banned completely. £24.99 +P&P