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Aromatherapy Massage

Campus Granton Campus

Qualification SCQF Level 7

Study mode Part time

Start date Jan 2026

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Course overview

This exciting 18-week short course is designed to develop understanding and skills for carrying out Aromatherapy massage.

In addition to becoming proficient in the skills involved, you will learn and demonstrate an understanding of all aspects of related anatomy and physiology, as well as current health and safety.

On completion of this course, you will be able to perform Aromatherapy massage treatments, which will enable you to seek employment in the Beauty and Spa industry or progress to further studies within the Beauty and Spa/Wellness sectors.

This course is SQA Accredited 

Please Note: 

  • The cost, of course, is £650 and must be paid before the start of the course (NB course fees are non-refundable once the course has started)
  • Some theory will be delivered online - you will be required to have access to IT to enable you to complete this part of the course, e.g, a. laptop, Pc, iPhone, Android phone

We also ask all students to adhere to the dress code for the department as follows:

  • Black Trousers
  • Black T-Shirt
  • Black Shoes

If you are interested in being a model for our students or want to try out our star facilities before beginning your studying journey, book in for a treatment.

Hair Salons, Beauty Salons and Barbershop | Edinburgh College

Placement information

  • No work placement is required for this course.

How the course is assessed

  • All practical assessments are conducted for paying clients in our salons.  
  • The theoretical aspects of the course are covered under exam conditions, with open-book and closed-book assessments.

Number of days per week

  • 1 afternoon per week for 18 weeks, 12.30 PM to 4.30 PM on a Tuesday. 
  • Plus 6 hours self-directed study.

Entry requirements

  • All applicants must be 18 years of age or older on the course start date and have paid for the course in full.
  • All applicants must have achieved Body Massage and/or Anatomy and Physiology qualifications at SCQF Level 6.

Information on Tests / Auditions / Interview Requirements

  • There is no formal interview process; however, you must be 18 years of age or older on the course start date.
  • You must hold valid Body Massage and/or Anatomy and Physiology qualifications at SCQF Level 6, and have paid for the course in full.

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English Proficiency Requirements

IELTS 5.5

Progression and Articulation Routes

On completion of this course, you will be able to perform Aromatherapy massage treatments, which will enable you to seek employment in the Beauty and Spa industry or progress to further your studies with our Full-Time Beauty, Spa, Complementary Therapies and/or other short courses.

Career options

  • Employment as an Aromatherapy Massage Therapist within the Spa and/or Beauty Industry.
  • Self-employed as an Aromatherapy Massage Therapist.
  • Further your studies with our Full-Time Beauty, Spa Therapies and/or other short courses.

Study Options

Campus Study mode Start date
Granton Campus Part time 20/01/26

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