Institute of Spiritual Healing & Aromatherapy

Name

Institute of Spiritual Healing & Aromatherapy

Legal name

The Institute of Spiritual Healing & Aromatherapy (ISHA), Inc.

Website

https://ishahealing.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2004

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

The Institute of Spiritual Healing & Aromatherapy is a Christian 501(c)(3) nonprofit that delivers multi-level certification programs in Healing Touch Spiritual Ministry and Aromatherapy, serving faith-community leaders, nurses, massage therapists, and wellness practitioners across at least 25 US states.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Holistic Health & Spiritual Healing Education

NAICS

Educational Services (611), Educational Support Services (611710)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Health Services (8000)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYEDAAAHAH

Holistic & Integrative Wellness Education (Ayurveda, Traditional Practices)

Education/Adult & Continuing Education/Health, Wellness & Lifestyle Education (Nutrition, Fitness, Mindfulness)

SECONDARYEDAAAHAD

Mindfulness, Meditation & Stress Management Education

Education/Adult & Continuing Education/Health, Wellness & Lifestyle Education (Nutrition, Fitness, Mindfulness)

Keywords

• Christian healing ministry
• Aromatherapy certification
• Spiritual healing training
• Continuing education courses
• Energy healing programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Knoxville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Course Tuition & Program Fees: Primary revenue from structured training programs including HTSM courses ($375-$605 each), Aromatherapy certification levels ($800-$1,200), and workshop offerings ($27 per class). Bundle discounts available for multi-level programs.
2. Professional Services & CE Certificates: Revenue from continuing education certificates approved by California Board of Registered Nursing and NCBTMB. Certificates issued upon course completion for nurses and massage therapists.
3. Donations & Scholarships: As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, ISHA receives tax-deductible donations at various levels (Friends $25-199, Advocates $200-499, Champions $500-999, Heroes $1000+). Donor benefits include complimentary classes and discounts on programs.
4. Payment Plans & Installments: Offers payment plan options for certification bundles (e.g., 4 monthly payments of $700 for Aromatherapy Level 1-3, 4 payments of $325 for HTSM 101-105), providing revenue timing flexibility.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

The Institute of Spiritual Healing & Aromatherapy (ISHA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit educational organization that delivers structured, multi-level training in Christian healing ministry (Healing Touch Spiritual Ministry / HTSM) and three-level aromatherapy certification. Core offerings include HTSM Foundation through Instructor pathways and Certified Aromatherapist, Certified Professional Aromatherapist, and Certified Clinical Aromatherapist programs, with continuing education credits approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing and NCBTMB. Programs are delivered via online coursework combined with in-person and Zoom-based hands-on training components.

Product overview

The Institute of Spiritual Healing & Aromatherapy (ISHA) is a Christian nonprofit educational organization offering a portfolio of structured certification programs and continuing education. The core programs are Healing Touch Spiritual Ministry (HTSM) - a multi-level training pathway in Christian healing ministry with prayer, laying on of hands, and anointing (Foundation 101-102, Intermediate 103-105, Advanced 202-203, Instructor 401-402) - and a three-level Aromatherapy Certification pathway (Level 1 Certified Aromatherapist, Level 2 Certified Professional Aromatherapist, Level 3 Certified Clinical Aromatherapist). Supporting offerings include standalone Events & Enrichment workshops, a Scholarship Program, and a Practitioner Directory. The organization is NAHA-aligned and approved by NCBTMB and the California Board of Registered Nursing for continuing education credits.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Healing Touch Spiritual Ministry (HTSM): Christian healing ministry training program in prayer, laying on of hands, and anointing with oil—formed with skill, practiced with reverence.
• Aromatherapy Certification Programs

Products and services

• Healing Touch Spiritual Ministry (HTSM) A multi-level Christian healing ministry training program in prayer, laying on of hands, and biblical anointing, organized into Foundation (101-102), Intermediate (103-105), Advanced (202-203), and Instructor (401-402) pathways. Designed for individuals called to healing ministry within Christian faith communities, including lay leaders, chaplains, and pastoral care teams.
• Aromatherapy Certification Program - Level 1 (Certified Aromatherapist) Foundational 100-hour aromatherapy certification covering essential oil history, safety, basic chemistry, and blending; includes a 24-hour hands-on class plus online coursework and final exam. Designed as the entry-level certification for individuals pursuing aromatherapy practice or wellness coaching.
• Aromatherapy Certification Program - Level 2 (Certified Professional Aromatherapist) 150-hour advanced aromatherapy certification expanding into organic chemistry for 35 additional oils, safety/toxicity, anatomy and physiology, consultation skills, and professional practice development. Prerequisite: Level 1 required. Targeted at wellness practitioners seeking deeper clinical knowledge.
• Aromatherapy Certification Program - Level 3 (Certified Clinical Aromatherapist) 150-hour clinical aromatherapy certification for health professionals covering advanced assessment, toxicology, medication considerations, vulnerable populations, and 10 case studies. Includes eligibility for the Aromatherapy Registration Council (ARC) exam to become a Registered Aromatherapist. Prerequisites: Level 1 and Level 2 required.
• Events & Enrichment (Workshops, Masterclasses, Retreats) Standalone workshops, masterclasses, and retreats covering Healing Touch Spiritual Ministry, Aromatherapy, and Spiritual Growth & Well-Being topics, including courses on essential oils, prayer, meditation, and self-care. Most priced at $27 each, with some free offerings available.
• Scholarship Program Financial assistance program covering 50% of tuition for eligible HTSM and Aromatherapy training, with specific maximum amounts based on course level or bundle. Applications are due 2 months before class start date and are open to international applicants.
• Practitioner Directory A searchable directory connecting prospective clients with ISHA-trained Healing Touch Spiritual Ministry practitioners and Certified Clinical Aromatherapists, browsable by state with credential listings. Enables customers to find local practitioners and inquire about virtual sessions.
• Free 4-Minute Guided Meditation A complimentary guided meditation created by ISHA President Margaret E. Leslie designed to help users settle their nervous system, ground their energy, and start the day with calm strength.

Quantifiable outcome

• Hundreds of practitioners trained through structured certification programs
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature3 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Rolling Ridge Retreat & Conference CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Rolling Ridge Retreat & Conference Center in North Andover, Massachusetts to host the ISHA HTSM Basic Practitioner curriculum (101-105) as a one-year cohort program. Includes lodging, meals, and classroom facilities. Faculty includes President Margaret Leslie and Jana Marie Whitten.
• Taylor College (California)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Taylor College in California for nurses to obtain CE credits using ISHA's Certificate of Attendance. Nurses outside California may submit certificates to Taylor College for credit conversion.
• National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy (NAHA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerISHA's aromatherapy certification curriculum is aligned with NAHA standards, providing credibility and recognition for graduates seeking professional aromatherapy credentials.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Broad incumbents

• Bastyr University: Bastyr University is an accredited institution offering graduate and undergraduate programs in naturopathic, herbal, and integrative health sciences — operating broadly in the same holistic health education space as ISHA. It serves a more academic / degree-seeking audience but competes for wellness practitioners who want credentialed holistic training.
• American College of Healthcare Sciences (ACHS): ACHS is an accredited online college offering certificates and degrees in aromatherapy, herbal medicine, and holistic health — overlapping significantly with ISHA's aromatherapy curriculum and continuing-education audience. It is a broad incumbent covering a wider holistic health portfolio than ISHA, but competes for the same adult-learner / professional-development segment.
• Maryland University of Integrative Health (MUIH): MUIH is an accredited university offering graduate degrees and certificates in integrative health fields including herbal medicine and wellness coaching. It is a broad incumbent in holistic health education, comparable to ISHA in subject matter but serving degree-seeking adult learners rather than faith-rooted community practitioners.

Direct peers

• Atlantic Institute of Aromatherapy: Atlantic Institute of Aromatherapy, founded by Jade Shutes, offers structured aromatherapy education (including practitioner-level certifications) and is one of the established NAHA-aligned schools — directly comparable to ISHA's Aromatherapy Certification program in target audience, curriculum depth, and clinical-applications focus.
• Penny Price Aromatherapy: Penny Price Aromatherapy is a UK-based aromatherapy school offering professional diploma and CPD-accredited certification programs. It is a direct peer in terms of training program structure and clinical aromatherapy depth, but operates as a regional player geographically focused on the UK rather than the US market where ISHA operates.
• Aromahead Institute: Aromahead Institute is a direct peer offering NAHA-approved aromatherapy certification programs (Foundational, Intermediate, Advanced) with hands-on and online components, very similar in structure to ISHA's three-level Aromatherapy Certification. It competes for the same wellness practitioner / nurse / massage therapist audience seeking professional aromatherapy credentials.
• Healing Touch International (HTI): Healing Touch International is a direct peer — it is a multi-level energy healing education organization that trains and certifies practitioners through structured foundations, apprenticeships, and instructor pathways, mirroring ISHA's HTSM curriculum. The two compete for the same energy-healing practitioner audience, with the key differentiator being HTI's secular framing vs. ISHA's Christian faith-rooting.

Others

• American Holistic Nurses Association (AHNA): AHNA is the membership and continuing-education body for holistic nurses, providing CE-approved programs on integrative modalities. It is an ecosystem participant that overlap with ISHA's nurse-CE offerings (California BRN pathway) but does not directly compete as a school.
• National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy (NAHA): NAHA is the US industry association that sets aromatherapy education standards and recognizes curriculum-aligned schools such as ISHA's program. It does not compete with ISHA directly but governs the credentialing ecosystem ISHA relies on for credibility and graduate recognition.

Emerging players

• School of Natural Skincare: School of Natural Skincare offers online aromatherapy formulation and natural skincare certification programs aimed at wellness entrepreneurs and practitioners. It has meaningful overlap with ISHA's clinical aromatherapy audience but focuses more on product formulation and indie-business use cases than faith-integrated ministry training.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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