TRAINING
The SPICA diploma qualification remains the leading qualification for those who wish to tutor and practice
professional aromatherapy. It is possible to reach the standards required by IFPA's external examiner with 6 months
concerted study. Many master practicioners have used the Shirley Price diploma as a foundation for their study and
practice. In 2009 three classes of 5 students passed the external examiners. Students blog
Often students will have taken an initial course to national occupational standards and now be looking for more
individual tuition.
The College is led by Louise Carta MIFPA who serves on the IFPA education committee. Many of the 4000
registered aromatherapist masseurs in the UK trained with us as well as people merely seeking a valuable life skill
for personal and family benefit. We cater for trainee therapists, professionals and provide a forum for established
trainers to share their experience.
OUR VISION
Our vision is that of Jean Valnet and our practice is of the standards established by Shirley Price and Len Price.....
That massage and aromatherapy and natural therapies will become a respected and integral part of the health care
system.
That all people may have access to natural health care whatever may be their circumstances in life.
That prevention rather than cure be the prime motivation behind all health care.
That natural therapies graduates will play a respected and integral role in society enabling medical practitioners to
deliver individual and family health as they would like to.
OUR MISSION
Our mission in summary
To educate individuals to be qualified and registered professionals in massage and aromatherapy
To link with colleges training in other natural therapies to support qualification in natural therapies
To maintain our Research Unit making appropriate grant applications
To develop practical and research-based teaching and learning in massage and aromatherapy
To provide continual professional development to practising Therapists and Health Professionals
To provide educational systems that foster excellence in academic standards in accordance with national
occupational standards, international best practices, and a values-oriented approach to education
To graduate individuals with a high level of professionalism that allows them to work in massage and aromatherapy
as practitioners and educators
To maintain links with college branches in other countries and leading massage and Aromatherapy and Natural
Therapy educational institutes world-wide
To provide community education on massage and Aromatherapy and Natural Therapies that allows individuals to
gain knowledge for their own health and well-being and that of their families and communities
To provide professional development to Natural Therapists and Health Practitioners that augments their skills and
knowledge
ESSENTIAL OILS
AROMATHERAPY
TRAINING COURSES
Shirley Price Aromatherapy was founded by Mrs Shirley Price and Mr Len Price in 1974. The Price family built the
business to 30 employees and to be one of the leading international aromatherapy manufacturing and mail order
businesses with an IFPA accredited college training aromatherapists worldwide. Their publications were sold
worldwide and many remain international bestsellers and the company's training texts. The Prices sold the college
business in 1998.
Today Shirley Price Aromatherapy Ltd is family owned by the Brealey and Jaspal families. PI Brealey BSc (Econ)
FCA, Managing Director is a professional company director and practicing chartered accountant. Ian's accountancy
practice Brealey Foster was established in Hinckley in 1961. The founder Mr Foster of Brealey Foster was one of
five brothers. Mr Foster became a professional accountant and the other four brothers became methodist ministers.
Dr MS Jaspal MB BS Director of Training is a general medical practioner in Coventry. The Brealey, Jaspal families
and families of the staff have been personally acquainted for over 20 years and share a love of aromatherapy and
dedication which is apparent to all visitors to the company.
The company's professional standard essential oils are obtained from the very best sources around the world.
Shirley Price Aromatherapy is actively involved in the growing, harvesting and distilling the finest plants. These vital
therapeutic qualities ensure the most positive effect maintaining a healthy mind and body helping balance the whole
person positively. The company have a wide range of plant oils including carrier oils and hydrolats and skin care.
The Company is the UK distributor of Jojoba, a key cosmetic ingredient, for the worlds largest producer.
The Brands of the company have expanded to include Shirley Price Aromatherapy, Essentia waters and skin care
and Lothian Herbs Aromatherapy.
Oils are, without question, of impeccable quality. Nothing less than 100% purity is accepted.
Shirley Price Aromatherapy’s internationally renowned training courses continue to draw applicants from all quarters
of the globe.
Shirley Price Aromatherapy diplomas are fully recognized by the International Federation of Professional
Aromatherapists (IFPA) and are the most highly coveted by aspiring practitioners.
WELCOME TO SHIRLEY PRICE AROMATHERAPY!
VALUES
Values
Love and caring for all
Peacefulness in all our activities
Appropriate activity that respects others
BACKGROUND
The purpose of the Shirley Price International College for Aromatherapy is to train the leading professional
aromatherapists of the future in the science and principles underlying aromatherapy as well as effective practical
massage technique which relies on an understanding of human physiology and so can be effective even without
essential oils. We also aim to broaden the knowledge of those within Aromatherapy and educate and inform all
practising health and beauty and veterinary professionals who are interested and committed to integrated
healthcare and individual well-being. Our college events and conferences attract leading international practitioners
to speak. Our college takes students to see our growers and see the distillation process at first hand.
Massage of essential oils into the skin remain the safest and most effective way of employing essential oils for
therapeutic benefit to the skin and the whole body, mind and spirit. Indeed many effective treatments to maintain
muscular and joint effectiveness in athletes human and equine cannot be given any other way.
As the profession moves towards increased acceptance a measure of regulation is inevitable and has been a
feature of professional aromatherapy from the outset. New standards in education and CPD will make it possible to
become more effective and knowledgeable in our fascinating vocation. Of course there must be ethical standards to
maintain the standing of the profession and support for those professionals who need it. This is the task of the
Aromatherapy Council.
The fact of spiritual healing is not disputed. The fact of the healing quality of forgiveness and the benefit in avoiding
of the destructive emotions of anger, jealousy and grief is not only self evident it is the foundation stone on which
rests all religion and so all law and so all justice. The task of aromatherapy in helping clients create and maintain
radiant health and beauty is a complex one. It is not the treatment of a departure from an ideal it is an ideal in itself
which can be attained by anyone in greater or lesser degree.
Aromatherapy is recognised as a key holistic approach to personal care and beauty. Aromatherapy is and meant to
pleasurable and restorative in the home and at work. It is a pleasure to work with therapeutic purely natural products
to help maintain radiant good health and beauty in ourselves, our families and others.
Aromatherapy is the practice of using volatile plant oils, principally essential oils, for maintaining mental and physical
well-being and radiant beauty. It is combined with massage which is the most effective means of administering
essential oils to the body. Essential oils of high quality which are the pure "essence" of a plant concentrated through
a process of distillation, have been found to provide both psychological and physical benefits when used correctly
and safely by a trained aromatherapist.
For aroma therapeutic purposes the wholeness of the oil is indispensable. Oil used for its flavour and fragrance may
be adjusted and lose its therapeutic benefit. Essential oil for therapeutic use should not be adulterated, 'ennobled',
not re-distilled (as sadly many are) not fractionated, no parts removed or added. They are distilled specifically for
aromatherapy from known plant material. We work closely with growers to ensure our oils meet this standard. Our oil
is therefore naturally more expensive than oils to be found on the high street which tend to be high volume low
quality commercial perfume grade oil produced to a price and volume.
Prevention is better than cure when it comes to wellness. Researchers in human health problems highlight actions
that people can take individually to maintain personal health and effectiveness. Primary among these are
maintaining a nutritious and balanced diet with a low fat content, getting sufficient sleep and regular exercise.
Aromatherapists can assist in sustaining a healthy lifestyle as well as in the treatment of specific health conditions.
Besides its place as a beauty treatment in the leading beauty salons aromatherapy is increasingly taking its place
among more established treatments particularly in the short term relief of stress in the NHS.
There has long been a tradition of a scientific approach in France where in particular the anti bacterial and anti viral
properties of essentials oils have long been demonstrated. There is also a tradition in French and Chinese medicine
of taking essential oils and herbal products internally which can be hazardous even in trained medical hands
because of the uneven quality of the products sometimes administered. There is no doubt however that their
external use in trained hands is safe and therapeutic. An individual allergic reaction to the oils can quickly be
detected by applying a small quantity to the elbow.
There is no doubt however that this is the direction which suppliers of essential oils must go providing oils in
confectionery or capsule form for medical use. More research is needed and grant money for research is
increasingly available.
A French chemist called René-Maurice Gattefossé coined the term aromatherapy to describe the process of using
plant oils therapeutically. The story goes that, while working in a perfume factory in the early 20th century, he burnt
his hand and instinctively plunged his hand into a container of lavender oil. He was so impressed by how quickly and
cleanly the burn healed, he began studying the healing powers of plant oils. Gattefossé is credited with coining the
term aromatherapy. In 1937, Gattefossé wrote a book called Aromathérapie: Les Huiles essentielles hormones
végétales that was later translated into English and named Gattefossé's Aromatherapy. It is still in print and widely
read and the foundation of all modern literature. The modern literature is worldwide and aromatherapy now attracts
much scientific study particularly in behaviourism as a practical technique for assisting children with learning
disorders.
Aromatherapy is now widely practised as part of complimentary medicine. The anxiety-reducing properties of
aromatherapy in the short-term have been recognised by the NHS, and aromatherapy is increasingly used,
particularly by nurses in hospices and nursing homes. Many health clubs, sports centres, beauty clinics,
complementary therapy centres and health spas now offer aromatherapy massage. It may also be possible to find a
private practitioner who will come to your home.
APPLICATIONS
Some of the known applications for aromatherapy are :
* anxiety, stress or insomnia
* muscular aches and pains
* headaches
* asthma
* eczema
* digestive problems
* menstrual or menopausal problems
Alongside these there is also:
* evidence suggests that it has mild and short-lasting anti-anxiety effects
* may cure infections of the middle ear
* it may help if you have a type of baldness called alopecia areata
* might help prevent bronchitis
It has also been shown that Tea Tree oil can help relieve acne and fungal infections.
In simple terms some relief may be found from a few oils as follows
Acne Frankincense
Arthritis Lavender, juniper
Asthma Cedarwood, Eucalyptus
Blood Pressure Hyssop
Blisters Lavender
Boils Camomile
Bruises Lavender
Burns Lavender
Catarrh Eucalyptus
Cellulite Cypress, Fennel
Circulation Rosemary
Colds Eucalyptus, Cinnamon
Cuts Lavender
Depression Bergamot, Clary sage, Lavender
Earache Lavender
Exhaustion Clary Sage, Lavender
Fatigue Rosemary
Hayfever Rosemary
Headache Lavender
Indigestion Cardamom
Influenza Cinnamon, Black pepper
Insomnia Lavender, Clary sage
Migraine Lavender
Muscular pain Lemongrass, Eucalyptus
Nausea Lavender, Peppermint
PMT Bergamot, Lavender, Juniper
Sunburn Lavender
Toothache Clove, Peppermint
Practitioners administer the oil in a variety of ways, usually by rubbing it into the skin. The oils are readily absorbed
into the body and circulated through it. Conditions as diverse as inflammation, oily skin, dry skin, influenza, and
decreased physical immunity can be successfully treated with aromatherapy. Emotional disorders are also treated
with aromatic oils.
It is the company's policy to provide the finest training in aromatherapy and to provide essential oils of the highest
quality for professional use
FINDING A QUALIFIED PRACTICIONER
It’s best to check that your aromatherapist has been trained at a college accredited by one of the professional
associations that are members of the Aromatherapy Consortium. The Consortium can supply a list of its association
members and training establishments, along with more information about aromatherapy. Only courses that involve at
least 180 hours of training are included on the list. A practitioner should have some training in anatomy and
physiology, as well as the use of essential oils and massage
FURTHER INFORMATION
Aromatherapy Trade Council
Telephone: 01473 603630
Web Site: http://www.a-t-c.org.uk
Shirley Price International College of Aromatherapy
8 Hawley Road
Hinckley
Leicestershire
LE100AN
T: 01455 615466
The SPICA diploma qualification remains the leading qualification for those who wish to tutor and practice
professional aromatherapy. It is possible to reach the standards required by IFPA's external examiner with 6 months
concerted study. Many master practicioners have used the Shirley Price diploma as a foundation for their study and
practice. In 2009 three classes of 5 students passed the external examiners. Students blog
Often students will have taken an initial course to national occupational standards and now be looking for more
individual tuition.
The College is led by Louise Carta MIFPA who serves on the IFPA education committee. Many of the 4000
registered aromatherapist masseurs in the UK trained with us as well as people merely seeking a valuable life skill
for personal and family benefit. We cater for trainee therapists, professionals and provide a forum for established
trainers to share their experience.
OUR VISION
Our vision is that of Jean Valnet and our practice is of the standards established by Shirley Price and Len Price.....
That massage and aromatherapy and natural therapies will become a respected and integral part of the health care
system.
That all people may have access to natural health care whatever may be their circumstances in life.
That prevention rather than cure be the prime motivation behind all health care.
That natural therapies graduates will play a respected and integral role in society enabling medical practitioners to
deliver individual and family health as they would like to.
OUR MISSION
Our mission in summary
To educate individuals to be qualified and registered professionals in massage and aromatherapy
To link with colleges training in other natural therapies to support qualification in natural therapies
To maintain our Research Unit making appropriate grant applications
To develop practical and research-based teaching and learning in massage and aromatherapy
To provide continual professional development to practising Therapists and Health Professionals
To provide educational systems that foster excellence in academic standards in accordance with national
occupational standards, international best practices, and a values-oriented approach to education
To graduate individuals with a high level of professionalism that allows them to work in massage and aromatherapy
as practitioners and educators
To maintain links with college branches in other countries and leading massage and Aromatherapy and Natural
Therapy educational institutes world-wide
To provide community education on massage and Aromatherapy and Natural Therapies that allows individuals to
gain knowledge for their own health and well-being and that of their families and communities
To provide professional development to Natural Therapists and Health Practitioners that augments their skills and
knowledge
ESSENTIAL OILS
AROMATHERAPY
TRAINING COURSES
Shirley Price Aromatherapy was founded by Mrs Shirley Price and Mr Len Price in 1974. The Price family built the
business to 30 employees and to be one of the leading international aromatherapy manufacturing and mail order
businesses with an IFPA accredited college training aromatherapists worldwide. Their publications were sold
worldwide and many remain international bestsellers and the company's training texts. The Prices sold the college
business in 1998.
Today Shirley Price Aromatherapy Ltd is family owned by the Brealey and Jaspal families. PI Brealey BSc (Econ)
FCA, Managing Director is a professional company director and practicing chartered accountant. Ian's accountancy
practice Brealey Foster was established in Hinckley in 1961. The founder Mr Foster of Brealey Foster was one of
five brothers. Mr Foster became a professional accountant and the other four brothers became methodist ministers.
Dr MS Jaspal MB BS Director of Training is a general medical practioner in Coventry. The Brealey, Jaspal families
and families of the staff have been personally acquainted for over 20 years and share a love of aromatherapy and
dedication which is apparent to all visitors to the company.
The company's professional standard essential oils are obtained from the very best sources around the world.
Shirley Price Aromatherapy is actively involved in the growing, harvesting and distilling the finest plants. These vital
therapeutic qualities ensure the most positive effect maintaining a healthy mind and body helping balance the whole
person positively. The company have a wide range of plant oils including carrier oils and hydrolats and skin care.
The Company is the UK distributor of Jojoba, a key cosmetic ingredient, for the worlds largest producer.
The Brands of the company have expanded to include Shirley Price Aromatherapy, Essentia waters and skin care
and Lothian Herbs Aromatherapy.
Oils are, without question, of impeccable quality. Nothing less than 100% purity is accepted.
Shirley Price Aromatherapy’s internationally renowned training courses continue to draw applicants from all quarters
of the globe.
Shirley Price Aromatherapy diplomas are fully recognized by the International Federation of Professional
Aromatherapists (IFPA) and are the most highly coveted by aspiring practitioners.
WELCOME TO SHIRLEY PRICE AROMATHERAPY!
VALUES
Values
Love and caring for all
Peacefulness in all our activities
Appropriate activity that respects others
BACKGROUND
The purpose of the Shirley Price International College for Aromatherapy is to train the leading professional
aromatherapists of the future in the science and principles underlying aromatherapy as well as effective practical
massage technique which relies on an understanding of human physiology and so can be effective even without
essential oils. We also aim to broaden the knowledge of those within Aromatherapy and educate and inform all
practising health and beauty and veterinary professionals who are interested and committed to integrated
healthcare and individual well-being. Our college events and conferences attract leading international practitioners
to speak. Our college takes students to see our growers and see the distillation process at first hand.
Massage of essential oils into the skin remain the safest and most effective way of employing essential oils for
therapeutic benefit to the skin and the whole body, mind and spirit. Indeed many effective treatments to maintain
muscular and joint effectiveness in athletes human and equine cannot be given any other way.
As the profession moves towards increased acceptance a measure of regulation is inevitable and has been a
feature of professional aromatherapy from the outset. New standards in education and CPD will make it possible to
become more effective and knowledgeable in our fascinating vocation. Of course there must be ethical standards to
maintain the standing of the profession and support for those professionals who need it. This is the task of the
Aromatherapy Council.
The fact of spiritual healing is not disputed. The fact of the healing quality of forgiveness and the benefit in avoiding
of the destructive emotions of anger, jealousy and grief is not only self evident it is the foundation stone on which
rests all religion and so all law and so all justice. The task of aromatherapy in helping clients create and maintain
radiant health and beauty is a complex one. It is not the treatment of a departure from an ideal it is an ideal in itself
which can be attained by anyone in greater or lesser degree.
Aromatherapy is recognised as a key holistic approach to personal care and beauty. Aromatherapy is and meant to
pleasurable and restorative in the home and at work. It is a pleasure to work with therapeutic purely natural products
to help maintain radiant good health and beauty in ourselves, our families and others.
Aromatherapy is the practice of using volatile plant oils, principally essential oils, for maintaining mental and physical
well-being and radiant beauty. It is combined with massage which is the most effective means of administering
essential oils to the body. Essential oils of high quality which are the pure "essence" of a plant concentrated through
a process of distillation, have been found to provide both psychological and physical benefits when used correctly
and safely by a trained aromatherapist.
For aroma therapeutic purposes the wholeness of the oil is indispensable. Oil used for its flavour and fragrance may
be adjusted and lose its therapeutic benefit. Essential oil for therapeutic use should not be adulterated, 'ennobled',
not re-distilled (as sadly many are) not fractionated, no parts removed or added. They are distilled specifically for
aromatherapy from known plant material. We work closely with growers to ensure our oils meet this standard. Our oil
is therefore naturally more expensive than oils to be found on the high street which tend to be high volume low
quality commercial perfume grade oil produced to a price and volume.
Prevention is better than cure when it comes to wellness. Researchers in human health problems highlight actions
that people can take individually to maintain personal health and effectiveness. Primary among these are
maintaining a nutritious and balanced diet with a low fat content, getting sufficient sleep and regular exercise.
Aromatherapists can assist in sustaining a healthy lifestyle as well as in the treatment of specific health conditions.
Besides its place as a beauty treatment in the leading beauty salons aromatherapy is increasingly taking its place
among more established treatments particularly in the short term relief of stress in the NHS.
There has long been a tradition of a scientific approach in France where in particular the anti bacterial and anti viral
properties of essentials oils have long been demonstrated. There is also a tradition in French and Chinese medicine
of taking essential oils and herbal products internally which can be hazardous even in trained medical hands
because of the uneven quality of the products sometimes administered. There is no doubt however that their
external use in trained hands is safe and therapeutic. An individual allergic reaction to the oils can quickly be
detected by applying a small quantity to the elbow.
There is no doubt however that this is the direction which suppliers of essential oils must go providing oils in
confectionery or capsule form for medical use. More research is needed and grant money for research is
increasingly available.
A French chemist called René-Maurice Gattefossé coined the term aromatherapy to describe the process of using
plant oils therapeutically. The story goes that, while working in a perfume factory in the early 20th century, he burnt
his hand and instinctively plunged his hand into a container of lavender oil. He was so impressed by how quickly and
cleanly the burn healed, he began studying the healing powers of plant oils. Gattefossé is credited with coining the
term aromatherapy. In 1937, Gattefossé wrote a book called Aromathérapie: Les Huiles essentielles hormones
végétales that was later translated into English and named Gattefossé's Aromatherapy. It is still in print and widely
read and the foundation of all modern literature. The modern literature is worldwide and aromatherapy now attracts
much scientific study particularly in behaviourism as a practical technique for assisting children with learning
disorders.
Aromatherapy is now widely practised as part of complimentary medicine. The anxiety-reducing properties of
aromatherapy in the short-term have been recognised by the NHS, and aromatherapy is increasingly used,
particularly by nurses in hospices and nursing homes. Many health clubs, sports centres, beauty clinics,
complementary therapy centres and health spas now offer aromatherapy massage. It may also be possible to find a
private practitioner who will come to your home.
APPLICATIONS
Some of the known applications for aromatherapy are :
* anxiety, stress or insomnia
* muscular aches and pains
* headaches
* asthma
* eczema
* digestive problems
* menstrual or menopausal problems
Alongside these there is also:
* evidence suggests that it has mild and short-lasting anti-anxiety effects
* may cure infections of the middle ear
* it may help if you have a type of baldness called alopecia areata
* might help prevent bronchitis
It has also been shown that Tea Tree oil can help relieve acne and fungal infections.
In simple terms some relief may be found from a few oils as follows
Acne Frankincense
Arthritis Lavender, juniper
Asthma Cedarwood, Eucalyptus
Blood Pressure Hyssop
Blisters Lavender
Boils Camomile
Bruises Lavender
Burns Lavender
Catarrh Eucalyptus
Cellulite Cypress, Fennel
Circulation Rosemary
Colds Eucalyptus, Cinnamon
Cuts Lavender
Depression Bergamot, Clary sage, Lavender
Earache Lavender
Exhaustion Clary Sage, Lavender
Fatigue Rosemary
Hayfever Rosemary
Headache Lavender
Indigestion Cardamom
Influenza Cinnamon, Black pepper
Insomnia Lavender, Clary sage
Migraine Lavender
Muscular pain Lemongrass, Eucalyptus
Nausea Lavender, Peppermint
PMT Bergamot, Lavender, Juniper
Sunburn Lavender
Toothache Clove, Peppermint
Practitioners administer the oil in a variety of ways, usually by rubbing it into the skin. The oils are readily absorbed
into the body and circulated through it. Conditions as diverse as inflammation, oily skin, dry skin, influenza, and
decreased physical immunity can be successfully treated with aromatherapy. Emotional disorders are also treated
with aromatic oils.
It is the company's policy to provide the finest training in aromatherapy and to provide essential oils of the highest
quality for professional use
FINDING A QUALIFIED PRACTICIONER
It’s best to check that your aromatherapist has been trained at a college accredited by one of the professional
associations that are members of the Aromatherapy Consortium. The Consortium can supply a list of its association
members and training establishments, along with more information about aromatherapy. Only courses that involve at
least 180 hours of training are included on the list. A practitioner should have some training in anatomy and
physiology, as well as the use of essential oils and massage
FURTHER INFORMATION
Aromatherapy Trade Council
Telephone: 01473 603630
Web Site: http://www.a-t-c.org.uk
Shirley Price International College of Aromatherapy
8 Hawley Road
Hinckley
Leicestershire
LE100AN
T: 01455 615466
| SHIRLEY PRICE AROMATHERAPY LTD WORLDWIDE EXPERTS IN AROMATHERAPY SINCE 1974 SHIRLEY PRICE INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE OF AROMATHERAPY |
The secret of life..............is not more years on our life but more life in our years, Marguerite Maury
