Ayurveda Health Counselor Certification

Description

Program Title:

Ayurveda Health Counselor Certification Program

Program Details

•Duration: 300 Hours (4 Months)

•Format: Online & Self-Paced

•Level: Beginner to Intermediate

•Prerequisites: None

Instructors

1.Dr. Vivek Singh, MD (Ayurveda), PhD Scholar, Ayurvedic Practitioner and Educator

2.Dr. Supriya Kurane, MS (Ayurveda), PhD Scholar, Ayurveda Surgeon and Educator

Program Overview

This comprehensive 300-hour certification program offers a deep dive into the principles and practices of Ayurveda. The curriculum focuses on health promotion, disease prevention, and fundamental counseling techniques to support personal and community wellness. Topics include Ayurvedic anatomy, physiology, nutrition, lifestyle, herbology, and foundational counseling skills, all aimed at fostering holistic well-being.

Learning Objectives

By the end of the program, participants will be able to:

•Explain Ayurvedic principles, including doshas, gunas, Panchamahabhutas, and their role in health and disease.

•Perform basic Prakriti (constitution) and Vikriti (imbalance) assessments.

•Recommend individualized diets, lifestyles, and daily routines based on Ayurvedic principles.

•Understand Ayurvedic herbology fundamentals and prepare simple home remedies.

•Apply foundational Ayurvedic counseling skills to promote wellness.

Program Structure

The course consists of 12 modules, each blending theoretical and practical components:

Module 1: Foundations of Ayurveda (30 Hours)

•History and philosophy of Ayurveda

•Goals: Svasthya Rakshana (health maintenance) and Vikara Prashamana (disease management)

•Sankhya philosophy and Panchamahabhuta theory

•Introduction to Tridosha (Vata, Pitta, Kapha)

Module 2: Ayurvedic Anatomy and Physiology (30 Hours)

•Overview of Sharira Rachana (anatomy) and Sharira Kriya (physiology)

•Dhatus (tissues), Malas (waste), and Agni (digestive fire)

•Srotas (channels): Functions and imbalances

Module 3: Prakriti and Vikriti Assessment (25 Hours)

•Understanding Prakriti: Physical, mental, and emotional traits

•Determining Vikriti using basic tools

•Practical: Hands-on Prakriti and Vikriti assessments

Module 4: Ayurvedic Nutrition (35 Hours)

•The six tastes (Rasas) and their effect on doshas

•Principles of food combinations (Viruddha Ahara)

•Designing diets based on constitution and season

Module 5: Dinacharya and Ritucharya (Daily and Seasonal Routines) (30 Hours)

•Importance of daily routines for balance

•Seasonal adjustments to diet and lifestyle

•Practical: Creating Dinacharya and Ritucharya plans

Module 6: Nidana Panchaka (Diagnostics) (25 Hours)

•Hetu (causes), Purvarupa (early signs), Rupa (symptoms), Samprapti (pathogenesis), Upashaya/Anupashaya (trial methods)

•Practical application in identifying imbalances

Module 7: Ayurvedic Psychology (Manasa Shastra) (25 Hours)

•Understanding the mind (Manas) and its doshas (Sattva, Rajas, Tamas)

•Mental and emotional wellness techniques

•Meditation and mindfulness practices

Module 8: Introduction to Herbology (30 Hours)

•Ayurvedic pharmacology basics (Dravyaguna)

•Herb classification by taste, potency, and action

•Preparing herbal teas, decoctions, and powders

Module 9: Stress Management and Self-Care (20 Hours)

•Yoga and pranayama for stress relief

•Abhyanga (self-massage) and its benefits

•Practical: Self-care routines

Module 10: Case Studies and Practical Applications (20 Hours)

•Assessing Prakriti and Vikriti in real-life scenarios

•Designing personalized wellness plans

•Hands-on practice with peers and mentors

Module 11: Ayurvedic Counseling Skills (25 Hours)

•Fundamentals of active listening and communication

•Guiding clients in implementing Ayurvedic principles

•Ethical considerations in counseling

Module 12: Capstone Project and Final Review (25 Hours)

•Comprehensive course review

•Capstone Project: Creating and presenting a detailed wellness plan

•Final exam and feedback

Books and Materials

Textbooks:

•Ayurveda Beginner’s Guide: Essential Ayurvedic Principles and Practices to Balance and Heal Naturally by Susan Weis-Bohlen

•Seasonal Ayurveda – Aligning Lifestyle with Nature’s Cycles by Dr. Vivek Singh

References:

•Charaka Samhita (English Translation) by Dr. P.V. Sharma

Additional Materials:

•Practical guides and worksheets provided by instructors

Certification

Participants will receive a certificate as an Ayurveda Health Counselor – Level 1 upon successfully completing the program, qualifying them to provide wellness counseling based on Ayurvedic principles.

Stackable Credits

The full 300 hours will be credited toward the Ayurveda Practitioner course, should participants wish to enroll in advanced training later.

Additional Notes

•Office Hours: Thrice weekly

•Active participation in discussions and practical exercises is highly encouraged for maximum benefit.