Aromatherapy courses in Plymouth
Learn to blend essential oils safely, add aromatherapy to your treatments or train as a professional aromatherapist, with all practical training in Estover, Plymouth.
About our courses: Plymouth Holistic Training is a satellite centre of Holistic Therapies Training Academy Ltd (HTTA). The courses are written by HTTA and you study the theory online through their student portal, with all your practical training with us in our training rooms at Plymouth Wellbeing Centre, Lynher House, Estover, Plymouth. When you are ready to book, the Book buttons take you to the HTTA website.
Whether you are new to essential oils, adding aromatherapy to treatments you already offer or working towards a VTCT qualification, there is a course here for you. Groups are small (6 to 8 students at most), friendly and inclusive, and payment plans are available on every course.
Looking for an aromatherapy course near you? Our training rooms are at Plymouth Wellbeing Centre, Lynher House, Estover, Plymouth, near Derriford, and we welcome students from across Devon and Cornwall, including Saltash, Ivybridge and Tavistock.
Got a question? Send us a WhatsApp message or voice note, or drop us an email.
Our aromatherapy courses at a glance
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| Course | Price | Dates | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Aromatherapy | £1,395 | Rolling start dates | About Level 3 |
| Accredited aromatherapy blending | £215 | Tuesday 10 November 2026, 11:00 to 17:00 | About aromatherapy blending |
| Accredited advanced aromatherapy | £215 | Wednesday 16 December 2026 | About advanced aromatherapy |
| Accredited aromatherapy massage (2 days) | £435 | Get in touch for dates | About aromatherapy massage |
VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Aromatherapy
A VTCT Level 3 qualification for massage therapists who want to add the power of essential oils to their treatments.
- Who can join: you need a massage qualification.
- How it runs: 7 practical days in Plymouth for training, assessments and exams, plus online learning, with video calls for coursework support whenever you need them.
- Price and dates: £1,395, rolling start dates, payment plans available.
See everything this qualification covers on our VTCT qualifications page.
Accredited aromatherapy blending, 1 day
- Who can join: anyone. To use your blends in treatments, you need a qualification in the therapy you will combine them with, such as massage or reiki.
- What you will learn: essential oil safety, dilution and blending ratios, contraindications, choosing oils, oil properties and uses, top, middle and base notes, carrier oils, and personalised blends for treatments.
- How it runs: 1 practical day in Plymouth plus online learning, then 3 case study treatments.
- What you get: an accredited certificate (IPHM, ABT, PBD and the CMA) once your case studies are complete.
- You will need: your own essential oils and carrier oils, a measuring jug, a pipette, a mixing bowl and storage bottles, for training and your case studies.
- Price and date: £215, Tuesday 10 November 2026, 11:00 to 17:00.
Accredited advanced aromatherapy, 1 day
- Who can join: you need an aromatherapy qualification and an anatomy and physiology qualification, which you can study alongside with our online anatomy and physiology course.
- What you will learn: 20 advanced essential oils and 10 carrier oils, prescriptive blends, a holistic and molecular approach to blending, contraindications and safety, and using aromatherapy in a clinical setting.
- How it runs: 1 practical day in Plymouth plus online learning, then 3 case study treatments.
- What you get: an accredited certificate (IPHM, ABT and PBD) once your case studies are complete.
- You will need: your own oils and products, for training and your case studies.
- Price and date: £215, Wednesday 16 December 2026.
Accredited aromatherapy massage, 2 days
- Who can join: beginners welcome. You need an anatomy and physiology qualification, which you can study alongside with our online anatomy and physiology course.
- What you will learn: blending essential oils with carrier oils, using blended oils safely, and giving a full aromatherapy massage, with detailed profiles of 42 essential oils and 19 carrier oils.
- How it runs: 2 practical days in Plymouth plus online learning, then 5 case study treatments.
- What you get: an accredited certificate (IPHM, ABT, PBD and the CMA) once your case studies are complete.
- You will need: your own essential oils and carrier oils, a measuring jug, a pipette and a mixing bowl, plus a treatment couch for your case studies.
- Price and dates: £435, get in touch for dates.
Looking for other massage courses? See our massage courses page.
Good to know
- All practical training takes place in our training rooms at Plymouth Wellbeing Centre, Estover, a few minutes from Derriford, with free parking outside.
- Courses are written by our partner, Holistic Therapies Training Academy. When you book, you pay securely through their website and get full access to their online learning portal.
- Need an anatomy and physiology qualification? You can study our online anatomy and physiology course alongside your aromatherapy training.
- Please check with your insurer before booking. Student insurance is recommended while you practise and do your case studies, and existing therapist insurance can often be extended to cover a new treatment.
- Payment plans are available on every course.
- Not sure which course suits you? Get in touch and we will talk it through.
Aromatherapy course questions
Do I need experience to do an aromatherapy course?
Not for every course. Anyone can join aromatherapy blending, and aromatherapy massage is open to beginners with an anatomy and physiology qualification, which you can study alongside. The VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Aromatherapy needs a massage qualification, and advanced aromatherapy needs an aromatherapy qualification.
How much does an aromatherapy course cost in Plymouth?
Aromatherapy blending and advanced aromatherapy are £215 each, the 2-day aromatherapy massage course is £435, and the VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Aromatherapy is £1,395. Payment plans are available on every course.
Are the courses accredited?
Yes. The Level 3 Diploma in Aromatherapy is a VTCT qualification regulated by Ofqual. Our short courses are accredited by bodies including IPHM, ABT, PBD and the CMA. Please check with your insurer that they cover the treatment before you book.
Where is the training?
All practical training takes place at Plymouth Wellbeing Centre, Lynher House, Bush Park, Estover, Plymouth PL6 7RG, a few minutes from Derriford, with free parking outside.
What our students say
Karen has a wealth of knowledge looking forward to my next course thank you so much xx
If your looking to up skill or learn something new, Plymouth Holistic Training is the place to go. Highly recommended ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
The course material is well set out, accessible, and comprehensive.
Exams and assessments are as unstressful as possible.
Five stars from me, and a great big thank you!
I can not recommend this course highly enough.
They are always available to answer any questions, and I had amazing help when I was struggling to revise my anatomy, physiology, and pathology. I learnt new techniques that gave me a real belief in myself.
I have changed as a person through their training. This is a really special place to be a part of!
She is extremely knowledgable, friendly and down to earth.
Her 'hands on approach' to training makes it so easy to learn and her willingness to always help and support you (even after the course) is something I have valued very much.
Karen is clearly a natural when it comes to teaching and makes the lessons enjoyable and informative but at the same time in a relaxed environment where you feel totally at ease asking as many questions as necessary without feeling awkward.
Definitely recommend Karen for all holistic courses.
She is extremely knowledgable, friendly and down to earth.
Her 'hands on approach' to training makes it so easy to learn and her willingness to always help and support you (even after the course) is something I have valued very much.
Karen is clearly a natural when it comes to teaching and makes the lessons enjoyable and informative but at the same time in a relaxed environment where you feel totally at ease asking as many questions as necessary without feeling awkward.
Definitely recommend Karen for all holistic courses.
Thanks again Karen! X
Questions? Get in touch
WhatsApp is the easiest way to reach us: send a message or a voice note and we will get back to you. You can also email us at training@wellbeingplymouth.co.uk. We are usually with students and hard to get hold of by phone, so if you would like a chat, drop us a message to book a call.
Looking for massage, reflexology or facial training too? See all our holistic therapy courses in Plymouth.