"Integrative aromatherapy embraces the art, science, and bio-energetics of the skilled use of essential oils for their positive effecst in all aspects of life." - Valerie & Laraine (co-founders)

Welcome to The Institute of Integrative Aromatherapy’s Certificate Program in Integrative Aromatherapy, founded in 1997.

The Institute of Integrative Aromatherapy was co-founded by aromatherapist, holistic nurse and best selling author Valerie Cooksley, RN, OCN, FAAIM and aromatherapist, holistic nursing educator, Laraine Kyle, RN, BSN, MSN, CS, CMT, who, together, have more than sixty years of combined Nursing experience with proficient backgrounds in complimentary therapies, and public and professional education.

Valerie and Laraine have contributed to the development of standards for aromatherapy education for many years and actively participated as Board members of Aromatherapy Registration Council (ARC), which offers a national exam in Aromatherapy.

To learn more about their background and activities, please see Meet the Faculty.

ENDORSEMENTS & CONTINUING EDUCATION
The IIA Certificate Program is approved for 325 continuing education contact hours for Nurses and Massage Therapists through the American Holistic Nurses Association, an Accredited Approver by the American Nurses' Credentialing Center Commission on Accreditation, and the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA), the accrediting body of the National Organization for Competency Assurance (NOCA).

The IIA Certificate Program is endorsed by the National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy for Levels I and II educational curriculum as established by NAHA, as well as the NAHA TAP Approval (True Aromatherapy Product).

We are recognized by the Associated Bodyworkers and Massage Professionals (ABMP) for the practitioner level of membership that provides liability insurance for office-based use of essential oils.

Our program prepares graduates to take the voluntary national exam provided by the Aromatherapy Registry Council (ARC). The IIA Certificate Program reviews various complimentary and alternative (CAM) healing approaches that can be used with essential oil therapy such as Herbal and Ayurvedic medicine, Flower Essence therapy, Homeopathy, Kinesiology, Touch therapies, Energetic Healing, Sacred blending and Family health.

See Professional Endorsements to read an enthusiastic recommendation letter written by Dr. Daniel Penoel, MD, France regarding the faculty members.

 
Please contact the IIA Instructor of your choice directly for more information and to receive a full color brochure and enrollment forms. Ms. Cooksley or Ms. Kyle will then become your personal mentor.

Valerie Cooksley
RN, OCN, FAAIM

P. O. Box 130166
The Woodlands,
TX 77393

Valerie@Aroma-RN.com
1-877-363-3422

Laraine Kyle
RN, BSN, MSN, CS, CMT

P.O. Box 19241
Boulder, CO 80308

Laraine@Aroma-RN.com
1-888-282-2002

"Our vision is that the I.I.A. Certificate Program will become a catalyst for the integration of Aromatherapy in health care for the 21st century."

 

 

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