想在今年学一个正规的芳疗课程的,目前有几种选择,各有优劣,想请有经验的jms建议一下,多谢啦

第一个选择是Penny Price 的远程教学.简介是这样子的:

Distance Learning Diploma in Aromatherapy

The Distance Learning Diploma in Aromatherapy is a four-module programme that has been designed for students who would prefer to study in their own time with constructive guidance from Academy. The learning is based on the course notes provided, background reading of aromatherapy text books and practical observation and performance of the massage techniques demonstrated on DVD. The course notes are presented by email or general mail, depending on the student’s preference.

The student will need to complete each module and the required assessments successfully before proceeding to the next module. Advice is offered at every stage of the course to ensure that the student is kept on-track and enabling the student to produce a high standard of work. A qualification in anatomy and physiology is necessary before the Diploma can be awarded. The Anatomy and Physiology Certificate Course can also be completed using distance learning methods.

Upon successful completion of the Distance Learning Diploma in Aromatherapy a Diploma in Aromatherapy will be awarded. The Diploma can be posted or presented at a special graduation ceremony, depending on the student’s request. Students are advised to take between 12 and 36 months to complete all modules, although students are not penalised for taking longer. While studying, the student may apply for insurance supplied by accrediting bodies as a student practitioner.

On receipt of the completed application form and fee, the text for the first module of the Diploma course will be despatched. We do regret that no refunds can be issued once the student has purchased the course. Postage and packing for the UK is free, however students living abroad will be notified of the postage costs before despatch and charged accordingly. We are able to offer tutor support, via email or telephone so the student feels less isolated and can receive help and encouragement at any time during the learning process.

The IAM considers distance learning qualifications as valid without further study and would be happy to incorporate holders of the Distance Learning Diploma in Aromatherapy into their organisations.

After completion of the Distance Learning Diploma in Aromatherapy it is possible to undertake further training to upgrade your qualification for full membership of the IFPA, which would include extra study and examinations in theoretical and practical work. Completion of these additional elements entitles the student to full membership and full insurance cover at a lower premium with the IFPA. Successful candidates will be awarded a further certificate of study.
(Please note that overseas students may belong to the IFPA and the IAM but will not be eligible for insurance. Insurance must be sought in the country where the student is residing and practicing).

选择远程教学的优点是,

1.可以灵活安排时间.

2.学校的名气比较大,教学质量可能比新加坡本地的培训机构有保障.

3.交费是每门课分别交的,就算中途觉得不好想要停止也不会损失太大.

缺点是,

1.和同学们之间的交流可能会比较少,没有机会认识同一个圈子里的人,不利于将来找相关的工作.

2.由于时间灵活的缘故,也有可能滋长自己的惰性.

3.介绍中提到要参加extra study and examinations in theoretical and practical work,才可以被IFPA承认,不知道这个extra study是不是要到英国本土去学?我正在写email咨询.

好像阿宝在修这个课对吗?如果是的话,能不能麻烦介绍一下感受?多谢了.

关于新加坡本地的培训机构,我找到两家感觉比较好的.

第一家是Dynamis Holistic Academy,

这家的教学内容是针对IFA认证的diploma,Principal是Mrs Joanna Hoare, 好像有点名气的样子.Head of Training是Mr Cedric Chow,1997年拿到IFA认证的芳疗师资格,曾受训于Tisserand institute of Aromatherapy.因为他家提供了training faculty的资料,所以让我好感大增.

另外一家是aroma Art.他们也是针对IFA的资格认证安排课程的.这家引起我的好感主要是因为它在台北和高雄也有分校,所以感觉reputation还不错的样子.可是它家的课是晚上六点半开始,那我要很早离开实验室了,容易被老板抓到呢.另外我也正在写信询问他们的training instructors是什么背景.

那么在本地参加培训的优点有:

1.有老师授课,可能学习效率会更高.

2.可以认识志同道合的同学,既有讨论和互相学习的机会,又能为未来的发展积累人脉.

3.要跟上课程进度,不容易松懈.

缺点有:

1.要瞒过老板和同事.(我哭,最不善于也最不愿意这样了,可是老板要是知道了一定会抓狂,说不定会把我fire掉...)可是如果每个礼拜有两天五点半就开溜的话,别人肯定会问的呀,唯一能想到的解决办法是早上八点就到实验室,拼命做实验,比以前的进度更快,然后说自己早离开是去锻炼身体云云,可那我不是要累死也么哥...真是个致命的缺点啊!

2.不如欧洲的学校名气大.

3.学费是一次交清,就算要打退堂鼓也没得退了.

非常感谢有耐心看完的jms,如果你能发表点意见就更好了

阿宝,你知道不少知名的芳疗师,也对培训课程有很多了解,麻烦帮我看看吧,多谢多谢.

星竹,阿宝,你们回复好快啊,我感动死了

这两天都忙实验去了,没顾上来huaren,昨天才看到开版的消息,真是后知后觉啊.清芬轩,这个名字我喜欢的紧,一定努力多写文章多灌水以表支持

阿宝你的建议真是句句在理,我差不多要决定在本地进修了,等他们给我回了信,我再去实地考察一下吧.我相信无论作什么事情,想要做好都是要经历一番磨难的,有一颗坚忍而平静的心,就可以把负面的力量变成学习的动力,就像阿宝你一样,为我们彼此加油

欢迎其他jms也来讲讲学习经验,多谢多谢!

这个我也不是很清楚，只是感觉NAHA是美国的，IFA有家是英国的，有家是澳洲的，没觉得他们之间有什么联系，也等待有人来科普

我在新加坡找的两个学校学费也颇不便宜，所有课程加考试算下来要5000多新币，折合美金大概要3000多吧。