Become a certified Ayurveda Higher Diploma practitioner in 10 months
Accredited by ATAB, Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India, in collaboration with Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan University, Jodhpur. Eligibility: 10+2 with third-year Ayurveda education from any recognised university. Enrolment opens September — limited seats.
| Total Hours | Monthly Fee | Total Fee | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 500 Hours | €250 / mo | €2,500 | 10 Months |
After the programme — What you can do with this certification
Perform full Panchakarma therapy
Trained in Shodhana procedures — Basti, Vamana, Virechana and Nasya — the classical five-fold detoxification and purification therapies.
Treat ENT & eye conditions
Shalakya Tantra training covers headaches, sinusitis, tonsillitis, vertigo, dental disease, and Ayurvedic eye care (Netra Kriya Kalpa).
Apply para-surgical techniques
Skilled in Kshara (alkaline) therapy, wound and anorectal management, and Ayurvedic approaches to non-healing ulcers and stones.
Practice Agnikarma & leech therapy
Certified in thermal cauterisation (Agnikarma) and Raktamokshana (Jalaukavacharana/leech therapy) for joint, skin and vascular conditions.
Manage anorectal disease
Clinical training in Arsha (haemorrhoids), Bhagandara (fistula-in-ano) and Parikartika (fissure-in-ano), including hands-on practice in India.
Deliver Marma therapy & cosmetology
Trained in the 107 Marma points for pain and neurological conditions, plus Ayurvedic skin, hair and anti-ageing protocols.
Complete your EAA certification
The final level of EAA's 4-year, 2,000-hour pathway — from Lifestyle Consultant through to Higher Diploma practitioner.
Join the EAA network
Access to alumni community, continued mentorship, and referral opportunities across EAA's partner centres in Europe.
Full Syllabus
Europe Ayurveda Academy
AYURVEDA HIGHER Diploma Certificate
500-HOUR ADVANCED FOURTH YEAR PROGRAMME
Eligibility: 10+2 with third-year Ayurveda education from any recognised university
Fourth Year Syllabus: Nine advanced modules covering Panchakarma, ENT, Surgery, Agnikarma, Leech Therapy, Kshara Karma, Marma Chikitsa and Cosmetology.
Fourth Year Hours Breakdown Summary
| Class Teaching | Homework | Assignments | Field Work | TOTAL HOURS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 250 hrs | 101 hrs | 86 hrs | 63 hrs | 500 hrs |
MODULE I: Shodhana Basti Procedures - Applied Panchakarma (Panchakarma - Part 1)
INTRODUCTION & FOUNDATIONS
- Introduction to Panchakarma and Shodhana
- Importance for promotion of health, prevention and treatment of diseases
- Assessment of health and disease conditions for suitable procedures
- Applied aspects of Panchakarma within the UK and European legal framework
BASTI PROCEDURES
- Basti-Matra (small enema therapy)
- Kashaya Basti (decoction enema)
- Anuvasana Basti (oil enema therapy)
| Class Teaching | Homework | Assignments | Field Work | Total Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 hrs | 12 hrs | 9 hrs | 6 hrs | 53 hrs |
MODULE II: Vamana Virechana Basti Nasya (Panchakarma - Part 2)
EMESIS & PURGATION
- Vamana (therapeutic emesis) - indications, procedure, complications
- Virechana (purgation therapy) - protocol, herbs, post-care
BASTI & NASYA
- Basti - full classical procedure and clinical application
- Nasya (nasal administration) - types, indications, technique
| Class Teaching | Homework | Assignments | Field Work | Total Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 hrs | 10 hrs | 9 hrs | 6 hrs | 51 hrs |
MODULE III: Head Ear Nose Throat Dental Eye Diseases (Shalakya Tantra - ENT & Ophthalmology)
HEAD, EAR, NOSE & THROAT
- Shiro Roga - importance and superiority of Shira
- Vataja, Pittaja, Kaphaja headaches; tension headache, migraine diagnosis and treatment
- Rhinitis (Pratishyaya) and sinusitis (Dushta Pratisyaya) etiology, pathology, management
- Epistaxis (Nasagata Raktha Pitta) - clinical features and management
- Pharyngitis, laryngitis, tonsillitis and adenoiditis
- Vertigo and Meniere's disease - Ayurvedic management
- Danta Roga dental caries and tooth decay
- Ear diseases: Pootikarna (ASOM and CSOM), Bhadirya (hearing loss)
OPHTHALMOLOGY - NETRA ROGA
- Netra Samanya and Vishishta Chikitsa - diseases of the eye
- Retinitis and corneal ulceration (Savarana Shukla)
- Refractory errors (Timira) and optic nerve atrophy
- Netra Kriya Kalpa - Aschothana (eye drops), Anjana, Sekha, Bidalaka and Tarpana
| Class Teaching | Homework | Assignments | Field Work | Total Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 hrs | 8 hrs | 7 hrs | 5 hrs | 39 hrs |
MODULE IV: Para-Surgical Concepts - Wound Management Anorectal - Kshara (Shalya Tantra - Surgery in Ayurveda)
WOUND & ANORECTAL MANAGEMENT
- Vrana - definition, types and management of ulcers
- Ayurvedic management of non-healing ulcers
- Anorectal disorders: haemorrhoids, fistula-in-ano, fissure-in-ano
- Asmari-stones in kidney and gall bladder management
KSHARA (ALKALINE) THERAPY
- Preparation of Kshara (alkaline preparations)
- Clinical utility and applications of Kshara in Ayurveda
- Para-surgical concepts and procedures
| Class Teaching | Homework | Assignments | Field Work | Total Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 hrs | 9 hrs | 8 hrs | 6 hrs | 46 hrs |
MODULE V: History Classification Areas of Administration (Agnikarma - Thermal Cauterisation)
AGNIKARMA THERAPY
- History and classification of Agnikarma
- Part 1 - Fundamentals and instruments
- Part 2 - Technique and areas of administration
- Part 3 - Indications and clinical applications
- Part 4 - Complications, contraindications and post-care
| Class Teaching | Homework | Assignments | Field Work | Total Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30 hrs | 12 hrs | 10 hrs | 8 hrs | 60 hrs |
MODULE VI: Jalaukavacharana Blood Purification (Raktamokshana - Leech Therapy)
LEECH THERAPY (JALAUKAVACHARANA)
- Part 1 - History, types of leeches and selection
- Part 2 - Procedure and technique of application
- Part 3 - Indications: skin diseases, joint disorders, varicose veins
- Part 4 - Post-procedure care and complications
| Class Teaching | Homework | Assignments | Field Work | Total Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30 hrs | 12 hrs | 10 hrs | 8 hrs | 60 hrs |
MODULE VII: Preparation Classification Clinical Application (Kshara Karma - Alkaline Therapy)
KSHARA KARMA
- Part 1 - Preparation and classification of Kshara
- Part 2 - Clinical utility and application technique
- Part 3 - Indications, contraindications and management
| Class Teaching | Homework | Assignments | Field Work | Total Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 hrs | 8 hrs | 7 hrs | 5 hrs | 41 hrs |
MODULE VIII: Arsha Fistula Fissure - Practical Training in India (Anorectal Diseases)
ANORECTAL CONDITIONS
- Part 1 - Arsha (haemorrhoids) classification and management
- Part 2 - Bhagandara (fistula-in-ano) - surgical and Kshara Karma approach
- Part 3 - Parikartika (fissure-in-ano) conservative and procedural management
- Practicals conducted during India Clinical Training
| Class Teaching | Homework | Assignments | Field Work | Total Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 hrs | 6 hrs | 5 hrs | 4 hrs | 30 hrs |
MODULE IX: Vital Points Therapy - Skin & Beauty Science (Marma Chikitsa & Ayurveda Cosmetology)
MARMA CHIKITSA
- Part 1 - Introduction to 107 Marma points
- Part 2 - Therapeutic stimulation techniques
- Part 3 - Clinical applications: pain, paralysis, neurological conditions
AYURVEDA COSMETOLOGY
- Part 1 - Ayurvedic approach to skin and beauty
- Part 2 - Mukha Lepa (face packs), hair care and body treatments
- Part 3 - Management of skin disorders: acne, pigmentation, eczema
- Part 4 - Anti-ageing protocols and Dinacharya beauty routines
| Class Teaching | Homework | Assignments | Field Work | Total Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60 hrs | 24 hrs | 21 hrs | 15 hrs | 120 hrs |
EXAMINATION & EVALUATION
- MCQ Theory: 80 marks
- Short Answer Questions: 20 marks
- Practical Oral Viva: 50 marks
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In Collaboration with Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan University, Jodhpur, India • Accredited by ATAB - Ministry of Ayush, Government of India
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