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Protect Your Family from Colds & Flu

Learn safe and natural solutions for bolstering your immune system to prevent and quickly recover from colds and flu. You'll learn which oils to use to address respiratory infections, how and why they work, and simple remedies you can make at home to get and stay well all year long.

3credit hrs
3+video hrs
lifetime access

Lifetime access · or 6 monthly payments of $10 · 3 credit hours toward NAHA, AIA & IFPA.

Protect Your Family from Colds & Flu, Aromahead Institute aromatherapy training
Approved provider · NAHA · AIA · IFPA3 credit hours toward certificationTaught by Karen and Jenny Williams
About this course

In our comprehensive Cold and Flu course, we focus on harnessing the power of essential oils to bolster your and your family's health, especially during the cold and flu season. Learn about the natural ways to enhance immunity, provide relief during illness, and understand the science behind these methods.

Course Highlights:

  • Immune System Boosting: Discover natural methods to strengthen your immune system, helping you stay healthy and recover from colds and flu more quickly.
  • Essential Oils for Respiratory Health: Learn about specific essential oils that aid in preventing and recovering from respiratory infections, and understand their mechanisms of action.
  • Safe Remedies for Family and Friends: Gain knowledge on how to use essential oils to help your family and friends prevent or recover from colds and flu safely and naturally.
  • Protecting Vulnerable Groups: Find out how to protect young children, who are often susceptible to seasonal illnesses, using natural and safe methods.
  • Educational Insights into Aromatherapy: Explore the use of essential oils for natural wellness, perfect for those curious about integrating aromatherapy into their health practices.
What you'll gain

By the end, you'll be able to…

01

Mastering Powerhouse Oils

Learn to use five key essential oils for preventing and alleviating cold and flu symptoms.

02

DIY Remedies for Cold & Flu

Gain the skills to make various DIY remedies that can reduce germs, boost immunity, and soothe symptoms.

03

Essential Oil Chemistry Basics

Understand the fundamental chemistry of essential oils and the reasons behind their effectiveness.

04

Child-Safe Essential Oil Use

Discover how to choose and adjust essential oil blends to ensure they are safe for children.

05

Air Purification and Respiratory Health

Learn how to diffuse essential oils in your home for air purification and to promote respiratory health.

06

Portable Inhaler Creation

Master the craft of making all-natural inhalers for respiratory support and protection while on the go.

07

Daily Routine Incorporation

Find out how to include essential oils in your daily routine for virus prevention and immune support.

08

Custom Therapeutic Blends

Receive guidance on making substitutions with respiratory-supportive oils to create your own effective therapeutic blends.

Inside the course

The curriculum, lesson by lesson.

3+ hours of video, downloadable recipes and datasheets, and remedies you can make the same day. Here is exactly what you'll work through.

Lesson 1In-depth study of the properties of 5 powerhouse essential oils for the respiratory system
  • Tea Tree (Melaleuca alternafolia)
  • Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus globulus)
  • Frankincense (Boswellia carterii)
  • Sweet Orange (Citrus sinesis)
  • Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia)
Lesson 2Research-based properties that make our 5 powerhouse oils effective against respiratory conditions
  • How to identify useful chemical components in other essential oils for strong substitutions
Lesson 3Learn to make 8 useful blends to prevent and recover from colds & flu
  • Daytime diffuser blend: No One Gets Sick in this House
  • Nighttime diffuser blend: Everyone Gets a Good Night’s Sleep
  • Nighttime inhaler blend: Sleep Without Tissues
  • Aloe vera hand gel: We Love Nourishing Hand Support!
  • Nighttime bath salt: Blissful Sleep Salt
  • Daytime Chest & Neck Rub: I Feel Great!
  • Nighttime Chest & Neck Rub: Deep, Deep Sleep
What you'll make

Real remedies you'll blend, the same day.

You leave with real recipes you can mix the same afternoon, each one named so you always know exactly what it is for.

Daytime diffuser blend
No One Gets Sick in this House
Nighttime diffuser blend
Everyone Gets a Good Night’s Sleep
Nighttime inhaler blend
Sleep Without Tissues
Aloe vera hand gel
We Love Nourishing Hand Support!
Nighttime bath salt
Blissful Sleep Salt
Daytime Chest & Neck Rub
I Feel Great!
Nighttime Chest & Neck Rub
Deep, Deep Sleep
From the live Q&A

Real questions, answered in class.

This workshop includes live Q&A, so you are never left guessing. These are real questions students asked in this class.

Are these blends safe to use during pregnancy?
Can I use essential oils safely with kids under 5?
How do I know if an essential oil is phototoxic?
Can I substitute Eucalyptus radiata for the eucalyptus in a recipe?
Does the size of my diffuser change the blend?
Is there a limit to how many oils I can put in one blend?
In their words

What students say about the course.

Rated 5.0 out of 5 by 10 students in our post-course surveys.

Very informative and wonderful takeaways for multiple blending options and oils
Trey
Verified graduate
This course was incredibly detailed, organized, informative and fun. Loved it.
DeBorah L.
Verified graduate
I liked the daytime and nighttime approach to prevention and mitigating symptoms. I found having the worksheets very beneficial and helpful.
Rev C.
Verified graduate
This was a great course with lots of information. I’m sure it will prove helpful as winter arrives!
Belinda C.
Verified graduate
I really loved this course. I liked the overviews given at the beginning and throughout the course. I enjoyed the layout of materials and how it was presented. Andrea is a great teacher. I really enjoyed how she went into depth discussing the chemical components.
Elizabeth D.
Verified graduate
I forgot what a great teacher Andrea is!
Dorine K.
Verified graduate
Where this fits in your journey

Every hour counts toward Clinical Aromatherapist.

Take this workshop on its own, or fold it into the guided path. Either way, its 3 credit hours count toward your NAHA, AIA, and IFPA totals as you climb the four Pathways.

Pathway 1
Natural Living
Pathway 2
Aromatherapy Specialist
Pathway 3
Aromatherapy Certification
Pathway 4
Clinical Aromatherapist
See the full path
Your instructor

Taught by Karen and Jenny Williams.

Karen and Jenny Williams, instructor at Aromahead Institute

Karen and Jenny Williams

Lead instructors · Aromahead Institute

Karen and Jenny Williams teach this course together: Karen brings the plant chemistry and decades of classroom warmth, Jenny the student experience that keeps every lesson practical. Between them, they have guided tens of thousands of students into confident, everyday aromatherapy.

Questions, answered

Protect Your Family from Colds & Flu FAQ

How much video content is included in the course?

The course offers 3 hours of video material, which you can revisit and watch as often as you wish for a comprehensive learning experience.

Are there any written materials provided with the course?

Yes, you'll receive a PDF of all the slides shared during the training, which serves as a great reference and review tool.

What about recipes and blending guides?

The course includes original aromatherapy recipes and blends presented in a beautiful, printer-friendly format for easy use and reference.

Are there suggestions for substituting oils in the recipes?

Absolutely, the course provides substitution suggestions for the oils used in our recipes, allowing for flexibility and customization.

Is there a way to track my progress and reference key points?

A worksheet is included to help you track and reference your lessons effectively, enhancing your learning process.

Can I find resources for aromatherapy products and services through this course?

Yes, the course comes with a list of resources for high-quality aromatherapy products and services to complement your learning.

What is the access policy for course materials and videos?

You will have ongoing access to your version of the course for as long as our school operates. While we can't use the term 'lifetime' due to its legal ambiguity, we assure you of continued access to the course materials as long as Aromahead Institute is active.

What is the refund policy?

We are confident that you will find valuable information and insights in this course. However, please note that once enrolled, the course is non-refundable. All payments made for this course are considered final and are not eligible for refunds.

Who teaches this course?

Karen Williams and Jennifer Williams, Aromahead's co-owners, lead the teaching at Aromahead today. The curriculum for this class was developed by Aromahead founder Andrea Butje, and her warm, evidence-based teaching style still shapes every lesson.

Ready when you are

Start Protect Your Family from Colds & Flu today.

Learn safe and natural solutions for bolstering your immune system to prevent and quickly recover from colds and flu. You'll learn which oils to use to address respiratory infections, how and why they work, and simple remedies you can make at home to get and stay well all year long.

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