So very glad I took this course! I had not done an online course before, but sitting in front of my computer watching hours of video is NOT my idea of fun! So glad your class was NOT like that....the reading was informative and easy to grasp. I love how the assessment was open book and that I was able to finish my CE's very quickly and got my Certificate immediately! I'll be back to take more CEs! S.R., El Paso
As an LMT that no longer practices massage full time, Melissa Woods’ lessons are an economical and easy approach to maintaining my Texas State License in Massage Therapy. These classes allowed me to be in the comfort of my own home and work at my own pace. I was ecstatic that I did not have to dedicate two entire Saturdays trapped in a classroom. Not only were the sessions very informative, but I saved a lot of money — and even more so by taking two 6-credit courses to fulfill the 12 CEU criteria. This was my second time taking Melissa’s courses and I definitely recommend them to anyone who wants an inexpensive and time-saving option to meet the Texas LMT renewal requirements. ~ S.B., Dallas
This has been a very nice class that I can do on my own time. Very informative with reliable information. I would highly recommend this class and give it a 10! E.M., Arlington
I had been thinking about trying an online class but I was unsure about the quality of an online course. My first attraction to your course was the reasonable fee. (I thought if the class was bad, I would not be out a lot of money.) Secondly, the website was well-organized and the student testimonial comments were reassuring. The advantage of an online course is that I thought I could break up the course work to fit my time schedule. However, once I started reading your aromatherapy materials, I became too interested to stop. Your course was presented in an enjoyable, well-organized, and easy to comprehend manner. You made even the explanation of the chemistry of essential oils and the various extraction processes fascinating to learn about. Although the reasonable cost of the course was the impetus in trying your class, I would take future classes from you based solely on how well this course was presented. I have been a licensed massage therapist for over 15 years and have taken over 1,000 hours of classes. Your course was one of the best I have taken, and I would unequivocally recommend it to other massage therapists. I truly do not have any negative comments about this class. I feel like I received more than my money’s worth. The whole process was streamlined from purchasing the class to reading the materials to taking the quiz. Thank you again for this class and I look forward to taking your next course! -L.F., Dallas, TX
WOW! Really loved the class. Easy language for me to understand. Loved the price too! Thanks! -S.U., Houston, TX
This has been one of the best classes I have ever taken over the years! Your class is tied for first place! I loved all the information you gave and the depth of the information. You shared so much and gave books as reference to pursue on my own. I haven’t been this excited over a class in ages! Essential Oils have always been an intrigue and you explained it so that I could understand. You can tell that a lot of time, effort and thought went into the forming of this class! The price was well worth the class! Showing the oils, and the information on each oil spoken about. The list of blending oils – awesome! Packed with info! Usually, in taking a class, if one thing is learned it is a good class. This class, so much learned, can’t count how much!!! GREAT class! I will definitely recommend this class with as much enthusiasm as I can muster (and that’s a lot!) Thank you for the wonderful class! Loved it and intend to further pursue oils in my work and knowledge! – H.R., El Paso, TX
Your online course was fantastic. The e-book is probably the best course material I have encountered, and I will refer to this valuable reference time and again. Your descriptions and explanations are clear and very informative. Your course has given me the knowledge to provide a more individualized massage experience for my clients that better addresses their specific needs. Thank you for the wonderful information that I can put into practice now. -P.E., Spring, TX
It’s wonderful to have a printed guide to so many of the oils that are useful. I can both reference the oils quickly and copy the info from the pages that go into more detail about a specific oil, to give to potential clients. It was a blessing to find all 12 hours, online, inexpensive and in a subject ever so close to my heart. It was interesting, easy to read, and I learned new info. The chapter reviews at the end of the first several chapters are a great idea – I would read them before reading the chapter, then again after. Having quick and easy access to you was quite impressive. It was hard to believe you answered my phone call right away and got the certificate to me so quickly. Again, thank you, thank you, thank you. This was exactly what i needed/wanted in 12 CEU’s. -C.C.R., San Antonio, TX
I, personally, was most stimulated by the information presented about how the oils worked: their chemical constituents and whatnot. I found it fascinating that the oils can be found in every part of the body in only 21 minutes. What I liked least, I suppose, was reading through the different oils and their effects. I sometimes felt like I was reading the same thing over and over. However, I don’t really see how it could have been done any better, especially when you are trying to provide so much information into a limited amount of time and space. I believe this will be excellent reference material as I grow in my new career/passion. Overall, I found your class to be very enlightening and am looking forward to applying the knowledge I have gained to my practice. -C.B., McKinney, TX
LIKED THE MOST: Your class was intelligently clear and concise, as well as an easy-read. You emphasized important information by reintroducing valued topics repeatedly. Step-by-step historical and informational researched topics on the subject were introduced in a logical, natural approach. Each new chapter laid the foundation to further re-emphasize what had previously been taught and lead the reader to understand why this methodology could prove to be great for the massage therapist and his/her clients. Your class has sparked some interest in me to seek more information on the subject and possibly use the essential oils. LIKED THE LEAST: I have a hard time coming up with a criticism. The course was easier than I had expected. Your writing skills made the course easy for me as a slow reader to absorb the materials. Thanks! -K.F., San Antonio, TX
I had no idea that in addition to all of the inherent properties of essential oils and blends that there are VERY specific applications of these oils depending on the type of massage (hot stone, thai, reiki, etc). Also, you had just the right amount of pictures and charts to illustrate your points and present the oils without littering the course with too many graphics that would distract or take away from the core lessons. I LOVED LOVED LOVED the history section, too often in massage therapy classes (I’m talking about the live classes!) I feel like I’m getting folk knowledge and don’t always get the root sources of WHERE did this information come from or WHY we know or do certain things. I do believe some of massage is intuitive but much of the education is built on the research and practices of doctors, other therapists, scientists, and ancient civilizations. Having the history of an aspect of massage gives me confidence in utilizing the knowledge that I have committed to memory and chosen to incorporate into my own work. Thank you for this incredible course that I feel all massage therapists should invest in as it not only adds to our library of knowledge but also bolsters the offerings of our business and provides another dimension of client care that is often missed, to their loss! -C.U., Waco, TX
Thank you so much! I really enjoyed this information. You were very informative in all aspects. I always wanted to know about Aromatherapy and I’m so glad that I was able to do it via your online class. I didn’t realize essential oils could have such an effect on the body. But the information that you have passed on let me know without a doubt what I will be doing for my clients’ mind, body and spirit! It’s AWESOME!!! Thank you for all your hard work in putting this syllabus together into an easy to read and understandable book, and to top it off with illustrations. Some of my favorite information that I have obtained from this e-book is what to look for in a pure essential oil, what to beware of, and which oils do what. You showed me so many!! I feel like I am on my way now to a great successful aromatherapy/massage session. Best of luck to you!! And thank you soooo much!! -L.S., Lewisville, TX
I really liked how you related each oil to its use with massage. The information given was to the point and didn’t give me information overload. It did however, give me just enough to want to do more reading and study about the subject so I can incorporate it into my massage practice. It was also nice to learn that I already have most of the top 10 single oils. Now I need to look into getting some of these blends which sound wonderful. You have given me a lot of information that I will be able to use not only in my chair massage practice and with hospice, but also in my everyday life. Great class! -P.C., Aledo, TX
Doing self-study at home was the BEST – no driving to class somewhere and blowing a whole day when I could be doing massages and making money! Also, the price was so inexpensive compared to taking an in-person class! -R.A., Rio Grande Valley