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GS125 - Aromatherapy for End-of-Life Care, Loss and Grief ::
Essential oils can provide animals, their people, and caregivers with valuable support during the sacred end-of-life period in a gentle yet powerful way. This three part series will share what oils can be beautifully brought in on this path of transition and tender support.
The process of dying can be a very difficult time for both the human and the animal companion. Our whole beings need to be lovingly supported with the energies of the Earth so the transition between the worlds can be experienced in the most sacred way. Pure, medicinal grade essential oils are bottled energies directly from Mother Earth, and animals fully and deeply resonate with these magical substances.
In this three part series you will learn what essential oils are, and how to properly use them for healing the mind, body and spirit of both human and animal. Detailed instructions on how to safely use essential oils with your animal companion will be covered. You will learn of essential oil uses mentioned in ancient texts directing us in ways of healing and spiritual awareness. These sacred substances can help guide us in this time of the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual shifts.
Physically, mentally, spiritually – all the energies of a being goes towards preparing for a transition, then a transformation. There are many essential oils that will lend their loving support to you and your animal friend as you both prepare for this transition. We will explore the proper oils to use for this preparation time while honoring the deep connection we have with our animal friends.
After our companions have crossed over, we, the humans, can face much work to accept this change in the relationship. Specific essential oils will help support this time in our lives and give us the strength and courage to continue. You will learn usage techniques that will help the end-of-life process be a sacred, respectful, and lovingly supportive time.
The final class segmant of this series will be an interactive session full of experiences we’ve had using these essential oils. We will provide a safe, supportive discussion where you can ask questions specific to your situation.
Several supportive articles by Teresa Wagner regarding animal loss are located online by clicking HERE.
This course is available on-demand, and includes a full class audio recording and the course material handout. For students taking this course as part of an ASN Program of Study, and if you are working toward a Certificate of Completion, you are to complete the fieldwork assignment for this course and have it reviewed. You do not need to complete the fieldwork assignment if you are not planning to earn a Certificate of Completion from an ASN Program of Study. The Fieldwork must also be submitted if you are transferring the learning units from this ASN class to another institution.
Class Details:
| Prerequisite: | None. |
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| Class format: | On Demand (see below to purchase on demand). |
| Course hours: | 4.0 hours, two 90 minute sessions, plus one 60 minute session. |
| Course credits: | 4.0 units. |
| Tuition: | $115.00 |
This class is faciliated by Tresa Laferty.
This class is only available on-demand at this time. 
To purchase the Fieldwork review component for this class ($45) please click here.
Please review the appropriate Enrollment Policy, as well as the Student Waiver, prior to registering.
*This class is for informational purposes only and is in no way meant to cure or diagnose anything. It is not a substitute for professional medical or veterinary care.