Ensuring the Credibility of Practicing Aromatherapists
Achievement of the Aromatherapy Registration Council® RA credential demonstrates that the practitioner has met or exceeded the aromatherapy industry’s commitment to safety standards, ethics, and education, thus providing greater credibility to the public and medical professionals they serve.
TEST DATES
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LOCATIONS
The ARC Registration Examination in Aromatherapy is developed under the guidance of Professional Testing Corporation (PTC) and is administered two times a year, during established three-week testing periods, at computer-based testing facilities managed by Prometric.
Prometric has several hundred testing sites in the United States and Canada, as well as sites in other countries around the globe.
LIVE REMOTE PROCTORING IS ALSO AVAILABLE TO SIT THE ARC EXAM Learn More
We Bring Confidence to Aromatherapy
ARC formed in 1999 to promote the delivery of the safe and effective practice of Aromatherapy through registration of Aromatherapists. By providing a standard testing experience, it is assured that the aromatherapist has a quality level of education.
WHAT IS A
REGISTERED AROMATHERAPIST?
A Registered Aromatherapist (RA) promotes the delivery of the safe and effective practice of Aromatherapy, has met the eligibility requirements of the Aromatherapy Registration Council® (ARC), and has passed the ARC Registration Examination in Aromatherapy. They are committed to continued personal and professional growth in the practice of aromatherapy, abide by the ARC Code of Ethics for Aromatherapists, and have demonstrated they possess a standard of knowledge requisite for registration. Registration assures employers, the public, and members of other professions in the assessment of them as an Aromatherapist.
What Our Aromatherapists are Saying
Testimonials
Aromatherapy is a self-regulated profession; ARC provides a valuable tool for demonstrating that a professional has, and continues to, put forth time and effort, investing in their own education. Being an RA is akin to a retailer showing batch-specific GC-MS results; it shows that a known standard from an independent testing agency has been attained.
Sitting for the Registration exam was the only option for me! When I graduated with my Certification, I wanted to ensure that my clients around the world would never doubt they were working with a knowledgeable Aromatherapist. Having the RA designation behind my name not only instills confidence in my clients, but requires that I continually learn to retain my Registration current. I’m grateful for the ARC for safeguarding our industry.
Melissa is a Transformational Coach and RA. She works from her home on Guam with men and women suffering from emotional neuropathy to help them live their best lives.
Becoming a Registered Aromatherapist was important for me to set myself apart in the field. My clinical training requires I am dedicated to upholding ethical values, continuing my education, and I put safety first. A Registered Aromatherapist exemplifies these traits and I am proud to say I meet these standards.
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– The advice of a licensed medical practitioner is recommended before beginning the use of aromatherapy & essential oils. As an Unlicensed Complementary & Alternative Practitioner, or UCAMP, as recognized by the state of California, where I reside, I, Amanda May-Fitzgerald, RA™, provide education for a supportive, complementary modality to standard medical practices; I do not encourage the use of essential oils as a replacement for medical advice. I do not condone the use of Raindrop Therapy, Aromatouch, or the use of undiluted essential oils on skin or in the body.
Earning the public’s trust and showing competency in a self-regulating, unlicensed profession like aromatherapy can be difficult. Achieving RA status elevates the level of professionalism of an aromatherapist and the industry while showing the public we perpetuate a higher standard of continued education. This trust is important in an unregulated industry.
Who can the public trust to deliver safe, effective and ethical aromatherapy services? Only by using a Registered Aromatherapist can clients, health care professionals and peers be assured that they are receiving the highest professional standards of quality, knowledge and clinical skills available in the marketplace. As a Registered Nurse and retired Certified Nurse Midwife, the Aromatherapy Registration Council’s (ARC) unbiased examination aligns well with my experience in continuing education and research. Aromatherapy is a growing complementary intervention that promotes health, wellness, efficacy, and confidence. Registered Aromatherapists can be trusted to deliver safe, evidence-based aromatherapy services to the public.
Becoming a Registered Aromatherapist was important for me to set myself apart in the field. My clinical training requires I am dedicated to upholding ethical values, continuing my education, and I put safety first. A Registered Aromatherapist exemplifies these traits and I am proud to say I meet these standards.
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– The advice of a licensed medical practitioner is recommended before beginning the use of aromatherapy & essential oils. As an Unlicensed Complementary & Alternative Practitioner, or UCAMP, as recognized by the state of California, where I reside, I, Amanda May-Fitzgerald, RA, provide education for a supportive, complementary modality to standard medical practices; I do not encourage the use of essential oils as a replacement for medical advice. I do not condone the use of Raindrop Therapy, Aromatouch, or the use of undiluted essential oils on skin or in the body.
The RA designation offers assurance to the public that an aromatherapist’s skills have been tested by an independent, non-commercial organization. The closed book, proctored, four-hour exam is extensive. It demonstrates an individual’s knowledge of the profession of Aromatherapy and requires proof of ongoing education through the years. I am proud to be a Registered Aromatherapist.
In addition to certification, I became a Registered Aromatherapist to add credibility to my use of essential oils and aromatherapy in conventional healthcare. Having the title of Registered Aromatherapist (RA) has opened doors for collaboration within healthcare settings in both palliative care and behavioral health. Overall, having an entity such as the Aromatherapy Registration Council (ARC) enhances credibility and supports public safety and trust. I appreciate the hard work and dedication of those who began and continue to preserve this organization and its vision. Thank you ARC!