Product Highlight of the Month: Cold Air Nebulizer for Essential Oils

It's this time of the year again when essential oils especially the ones with anti-viral, anti-fungal and anti-microbial properties help us through the cold & flu season. One of the most powerful diffusion methods to kill bacteria, fungus and other airborne micro-organisms is our product highlight of the month: the Cold Air Nebulizer.

APA live on RTHK Radio 3's Kwok Talk!

Exciting news! Our lovely Essential Oil Pharmacy teacher Shireen Calucin and Executive Director Caroline Fan will be on a live interview on RTHK Radio 3’s Kwok Talk today Monday at 1:15pm.

Private Christmas Lunch & Special DIY Christmas room spray

Last Friday we were excited to be invited by a major local bank to a private Christmas Lunch where we gave an introductory talk about aromatherapy to their valued executives and spouses. It turned out to be a beautiful day so we held our presentation outdoors on the estate’s lawn and enjoyed both the sunshine and the engaging conversations.

Master Series on Holistic Health - Robert Tisserand Seminar

November 17 and 18, 2012
9:15am to 5:15pm

Hong Kong Football Club
3 Sports Road, Causeway Bay

We are excited to announce that APA together with ce bare.com is putting forward the Master Series featuring world acclaimed speakers on holistic health starting November 2012.

Kicking off the series will be Robert Tisserand, one of the world's leading experts in aromatherapy, who will fly straight from the USA.

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About Robert Tisserand

Robert is one of the world's leading experts in aromatherapy. He is also an aromatherapy author, educator, consultant and thought leader. He has 40 years of experience in essential oil blending and aromatherapy product development and has an expert knowledge of essential oil safety.

In 1977, Robert wrote the first of his 3 books on aromatherapy - " The Art of Aromatherapy", bringing in this wonderful therapy to the English speaking world. 

He was also the publisher and editor of "The International Journal of Aromatherapy" for 12 years, and in the 1990s, he orchestrated three interanational AROMA conferences at British Universities.

In recognition of his pioneering work, Robert has been awarded Honorary Lifetime Membership of the International Federation of Aromatherapist (IFA), teh International Federation of Professional Aromatherapist (IFPA) and the Alliance of International Aromatherapists (AIA). He also received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the AIA in Denver in 2007.

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Seminar ContentDAY 1 -  17 November 2012 (Saturday)
Topic : Essential Oil Bioactivity : Molecules of Communication

Understanding the kinetics and biological effects of essential oils through their constituents. The language of essential oil constituents is challenging initally, but mastering it opens up a universe of knowledge and understanding about the many therapeutic effects of essential oils. Implications for therapy, current and future.

Essential Oils Evolvement to Convey Meaning- Formation in plants; Attraction and Repulsion; Protection from Microbial Infection

Essential Oil constituent chemistry- Molecular Shape and Function; Dose and the Therapeutic Window

Mechanisms of action

- Neurochemicals; AChE, dopamine, serotonin; Enzyoxmes; Antioxidant, Drug matabolizing; Liver Function

Pathogens and their activities

- Bactericidal Activity; Antivirulent Activity; Resistant Strains

Therapeutic properties of selected constituents- Carvacrol; Cineole; Citral; Limonene; Linalool; Thymoquinone

The Synergy of Whole Essential Oils

- Why Resistance is Uncommon in Natural Medicine; CO² Extract, Absoultes, Aromati Fatty Oils

Essential Oils' Safety and the Skin

- Allergic Reactions; Photoxicity

DAY 2 - 18 November 2012 (Sunday)
Topic : Taking the Ache out of Ageing

Age-related disease is by definition chronic and difficult to treat. All these problems are also very common, and for some, there are few solutions offered by conventional medicine. We will look at research that suggests preventive measures using essential oils. We will also look at symptom management and slowing disease progression.

The Ageing Process

- Genes, hormones, telomeres, enviornment; Look at Essentials Oils that Slow Ageing

Holistic Approaches
- Enhancing antioxidant status; Reducing pain and Inflammation; Stimulating Immune Funciton

Cardiovascular Diseases
- Lipid Metabolism; Hypertension; Coronary Artery Disease

Metabolic and Automimmune Diseases
- Diabetes; Obesity; Arthritis

Neurological Diseases
- Dementia and cognition; Parkinson's disease; Multiple Sclerosis

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Language
English

Fee
(Per person)
Standard
Per Day - HK$2,400
Both Days - HK$4,800

Early Bird Discount
(before October 8)
Per Day - HK$2,150
Both Days - HK$4,080

(Group of 3 or more)

Standard

Per Day - HK$1,900
Both Days - HK$3,600

Early Bird Discount

(before October 8)
Per Day - HK$1,700
Both Days - HK$3,060

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Mark your calendar and enrol now !!

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Clinic Days

What is Clinic Days?

This is the final examination for our students enrolled in the Diploma in Holistic Aromatherapy course. In order to graduate, students are required to give a full professional aromatherapy massage to a client.

How professional will the treatment be?

Our students are very competent and professional. They have successfully completed their academic work and undertaken countless of hours of hands-on massage training. They are very eager to give a treatment that puts to use everything they have learnt.

What will the sessions entail?
It will consist of a consultation followed by a 60-minute aromathrapy massage. Clients will be request to provide feedback on their treatment and this forms a part of student's assessment.

Date and Time

Session 1 : (Saturday)  10 November 2012   9:45 am to 11:45 am
Session 2 : (Saturday)  10 November 2012   1:45 pm to 3:45 pm

Session 3 : (Sunday)     11 November 2012   9:45 am to 11:45 am

Session 4 : (Sunday)     11 November 2012   1:45 pm to 3:45 pm

Fee : HK$250

For Reservation
If you would like to receive a wonderful aromatherapy treatment, please call us at 28822444 or email us to info@apagroup.com.hk to reserve your place.

Certificate Course Level I &  Level II

Objectives

Our certificate course (Level I and Level II) is formulated for those who have an interest in aromatherapy and would like to go slightly deeper into the subject to appreciate better the therapeutic use of essential oils.

Upon completion of the whole course, you will be equipped with the basic skills necessary for blending and using essential oils in many areas of your life. You will also be entitled to fee reduction for enrolment into our world accredited diploma course.

Course Content and Learning Hours
The course comprises theory and hands-on practice sessions offered in either English or Chinese.

Each of the two levels covers 3 modules / 36 class hours, namely

Essential Oil Pharmacy (15 class hours)
Anatomy and Physiology (7.5 class hours)
Massage (7.5 class hours)

The total number of hours is 60.

Students are required to complete assignments and examinations in Level I and Level II respectively.

Course Fee
Level I   - HK$3,900
Level II -  HK$3,900

Level I & II - HK$7,020 (10% off for signing up at the same time)

** For APA Introductory Course Student, a further HK$450 fee deduction for enrollment
   in Level I.

CPD Workshops on Aromatic Water by Joe Nasr

CPD Workshop on

Aromatic Waters – The Original Tools of Aromatherapy
by Joe Nasr Dphyt, DO, MNIMH

Course Code : WKS 510612

Workshop Overview

This workshop aims to rekindle interest in the long lost tools

of traditional  aromatherapy - Distilled Aromatic Waters.

Date  

June 23 & 24, 2012 (Sat & Sun)

Time

10:00am – 5:30pm

Venue

Asia-Pacific Aromatherapy North Point

Language

English

Course Fee

HK$2,500

(including Notes, Water sample, Tea & Coffee)

Group Discount
(3 or above enroll together)
HK$2,250 each 

 Topics covered
~ Experiencing Aromatic History

Waters with a long history of use, such as rose, bitter orange flower, Carmelite Water, Queen of Hungary Water, and Aqua Merabilis will be introduced briefly.

~ The definition of aromatic waters

Aromatic water will be defined and compared with related products such as hydrosols. It will be also distinguished from unrelated products such as scented or perfumed waters.

~The chemistry and distillation techniques of aromatic water

The known facts about the chemical makeup of true aromatic waters will be clarified  and  shown that aromatic waters are richer in the gentler acting volatile components of an aromatic plant.

~The distillation techniques of aromatic water

The distillation of aromatic waters will be explored with emphasis on the practical factors that influence    the quality of the distillate.

~Therapeutic applications of aromatic waters

The therapeutic applications of acne, dermatitis, psoriasis, menopause, pre-menstrual syndrome, skin rejuvenation, detoxification, irritable bowel syndrome, stress management, depression, insomnia, weight management will be fully discussed.

 Waters covered 

Angelica, aniseed, Bay, Bitter orange flower, Chamomiles, Cinnamon, Coriander, Cardamom, Dill, Elecampane, Fennel, Frankincense, Ginger, Hyssop, Lavender, Melissa, Mint, Myrrh, Rose Geranium, Rose, Rosemary, Sage, Thyme, Valerian, Vitex, Witch hazel, Yarrow.

ABOUT Joe Nasr

 Joe was born in Lebanon and educated in UK. At the present he practices as a medical herbalist and osteopath. He is also a senior lecturer in herbal medicine at the University of Central Lancashire in Preston.

He also devoted to working with the growing of herbs and the production of high quality herbal extracts and Aromatic Water using new improved distillation methods.

 

Attendance Certificate will be awarded to participants at the end of the course
 For Enquiry and Booking, please call 28822444

Adult Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate Course

Adult Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate Course

by Hong Kong St. John Ambulance

Date & Time
FA010512 - 21 May 2012  (Monday)   - 7:00pm to 10:00pm
FA010612 - 30 June 2012 (Saturday) - 2:30pm to 5:30pm

Objectives

1. To introduce principles of Adult CPR

2. To practice the protocol of Adult CPR

Course Content

a. Theory on Adult CPR

b. Demonstration & Practice

c. Assessment

Course Duration

3 hours (including Adult CPR assessment)

Medium of Instruction
English

Who Should Take This Course?

- For individuals interested in equipping themselves with CPR skills

- For APA graduates who need to renew their First-aid qualification

Certificate

As Adult CPR Certificate from St. John Ambulance will be awarded to those who have passed the assessment. The certificate is valid for one year.

Course Fee

$250 include notes, assessment 

For Enquiry and Enrolment
Please call 28822444 or email to info@apagroup.com.hk