Animal Aromatherapy

Yes, the tuition fees are in Canadian dollars. While we proudly serve students from around the globe, Essence of Thyme College of Holistic Studies, Ltd. is headquartered in British Columbia, Canada. It's important to note that due to this, the actual cost of tuition could vary for you, depending on the exchange rate between your local currency and the Canadian dollar. In many cases, this might work to your advantage, offering you more value for your money!

Yes, completing the case studies is a requirement if you aim to achieve certification. The case studies are designed as a crucial component of your learning journey, providing you with an opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills you've acquired in a practical setting. Completing the case studies allows you to experience firsthand the complexities and nuances of working with animals, making this aspect of the curriculum invaluable to your success and proficiency as an animal aromatherapist.

The Essence of Thyme Team and your instructor Amy Williams DeLong will always be available to support you. Please email [email protected] with any questions.

You are allowed to use up to 3 of your own pets for case studies. You will be encouraged to work with unfamiliar animals for the remaining 7 case studies. This enriches your learning experience by sharpening your observational skills and ability to interpret nuanced behaviours and health indicators that might not be as apparent in your own pets. Engaging with animals you're not already close to also enhances your experience in collaborating with pet parents, a critical aspect of professional animal aromatherapy.

Yes, the program discusses the controversy around internal use and internal use within the context of applied zoopharmacognosy. It does not instruct on internal use as aromatic medicine for animals.

No, supplies are not included in the tuition fees for this course. We believe in allowing each student the freedom to select supplies that best suit their individual needs and preferences. We understand that choosing supplies is a very personal experience, and our goal is to support that journey rather than limiting it to products from any single company. To assist you in this process, we are more than happy to provide recommendations for reputable suppliers.

A refund is not given if you change your mind or course materials have been accessed. We advise prospective students to carefully review the course details and assess your commitment before enrolling, ensuring fairness and maintaining the educational quality for all students.

There is no deadline for completion. However, for those aspiring to achieve certification in animal aromatherapy and/or qualify for Continuing Education Credits, we highly recommend completing the course within 1.5 years. This timeframe is encouraged to ensure that your learning is timely and relevant, and it helps you apply the knowledge and skills you've acquired in a practical setting sooner rather than later.

Upon successfully obtaining your certification, you are eligible to receive 61 CECs. These credits are recognized and granted by prominent professional aromatherapy associations, including the International Federation of Professional Aromatherapists (IFPA), the National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy (NAHA), and the Canadian Alliance of Aromatherapy (CAOA). This accreditation highlights our course's commitment to providing education that not only enriches your knowledge and skills but also contributes to your professional development within the aromatherapy and animal aromatherapy communities. Further CEC recognition is pending for the Alliance of International Aromatherapists (AIA). 

We selected Amy Williams DeLong as our instructor due to her extensive expertise in holistic pet care and animal aromatherapy. With over 15 years of experience working with animals and a diverse background in holistic healing methods, Amy brings valuable insights and knowledge to our program.