Europe Ayurveda Academy
Ayurveda Clinical Therapist
& Nutritionist
500 HOUR PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION PROGRAMME
In Collaboration with Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan University, Jodhpur, India
Course Curriculum: Six comprehensive modules blending ancient Ayurvedic wisdom with contemporary clinical practice.
Curriculum Hours Breakdown Summary
| Class Teaching | Homework | Assignments | Field Work | TOTAL HOURS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 250 hrs | 99 hrs | 87 hrs | 64 hrs | 500 hrs |
MODULE I: Roganidhana - Pathology & Clinical Methods (Total Hours: 108 hrs)
Core Study Topics
DOSHA DUSHYADI VIGYAN - PATHOLOGY FOUNDATIONS
- Definition and importance of Roganidana
- Samanya Nidana and Samanya Lakshana of Dosha Vriddhi, Kshaya and Prakopa
- Dhatu Kshaya Vriddhi Lakshana; Mala Kshaya Vriddhi Lakshana
- Concept of Agni Dushti and Ama
- Doshagati and Rogmarga; Detailed study of Srotas
VYADHI VIGYAN - KNOWLEDGE OF DISEASES
- Definition, synonyms and classification of Vyadhi (disease)
- Hereditary, Congenital, Acquired, Multifactorial, Traumatic and Environmental disorders
- ICD Classification of Diseases (WHO) and DSM classification
- Samanyaja & Nanatmaja Vikara; NidanarthakaraVyadhi; Vyadhi Awastha
- Definition and classification of Vyadhikshamatva - Immunity
NIDANA PANCHAKA VIGYANA
- Difference between Roga and Rogi Pariksha
- Importance of Nidan Panchaka
- Definition, synonyms and classification: Hetu, Purva Rupa, Rupa, Upashaya, Samprapti & Prognosis
PARIKSHA VIGYANA - EXAMINATION METHODS
- Nadi Pareeksha (Pulse Examination)
- Prakriti Assessment; Doshik Examination
- The Five Diagnostic Criteria; Dasha Vidha Pareeksha
DISEASES UNDERSTANDING THROUGH AYURVEDA
- Vata, Pitta & Kapha Diseases
- Lifestyle disorders: Madhumeha (Diabetes), Raktha Chapa (Hypertension), Sthoulya (Obesity)
- Psychological disorders: Insomnia, Dementia, Depression, Bipolar disorder, Anxiety, Alzheimer's
- Allergic disorders: Food allergy, Allergic skin, Rhinitis, Asthma
- Auto-immune: Amla Pitta, Parinama Soola, Grahani (Crohn's, IBS, Ulcerative Colitis)
- Common infectious disorders and their understanding according to Ayurveda
| Class Teaching | Homework | Assignments | Field Work | Module Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 54 hrs | 21 hrs | 19 hrs | 14 hrs | 108 hrs |
MODULE II: Pulse Reading Introduction (3 Days 1 Session)
CORE TOPICS
- Variations of pulse according to Doshas and constitutional variations
- Pulse reading methods contemporary vs. ancient methods of examination
- Principles and precautions for reading and assessment of pulse in health and disease
- Practical pulse reading sessions
| Class Teaching | Homework | Assignments | Field Work | Module Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 hrs | 10 hrs | 8 hrs | 6 hrs | 48 hrs |
MODULE III: Introduction to Ayurvedic Herbs (Dravyaguna) (3 Days 1 Session)
SEVEN PADARTHA OF DRAVYAGUNA VIJNANA
- Introduction to seven Padartha: Dravya, Rasa, Guna, Virya, Vipaka, Prabhava and Karma
- Dravya: Definition and Panchabhautikatwa; Classification of Dravya
- Guna: Definition, classification, Gurvadi Guna and Paradi Gunas
- Rasa: Shad Rasas: Madhura, Amla, Lavana, Katu, Tikta, Kashaya; Karma
- Vipaka: Types (Trividha); Guna and Karma
- Veerya: Definition, Dwividha; Virya Karmani (effects of Virya)
- Karma: Definition, nature and types of action
DETAILED KNOWLEDGE OF IMPORTANT DRUGS FOR CLINICAL PRACTICE
- English name, Botanical name, Family, Classification (Gana) as per Charak and Sushrut
- Useful parts, Important phytoconstituents, Rasa Panchaka
- Action on Dosha, Dhatu, Mala
- Prayogarha Vyadhi (therapeutic indications), Amayikaprayoga and Matra (dose)
| Class Teaching | Homework | Assignments | Field Work | Module Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 56 hrs | 22 hrs | 20 hrs | 14 hrs | 112 hrs |
MODULE IV: Ayurvedic Pharmaceutics (Panchavidha Kashaya Kalpana) (8 Sessions)
THE FIVE CLASSICAL PREPARATIONS
- Swarasa (Expressed Juice): Ardraka, Tulasi, Kumari, Guduchi Swarasa
- Kalka (Fine Paste): Nimba Kalka, Rasona Kalka
- Kwatha (Herbal Decoction): Triphala, Dasamoola, Trikatu Kwath
- Hima (Cold Water Infusion): Yastimadhu, Dhanyaka, Sarivadi Hima
- Phanta (Hot Water Infusion): Panchakola Phanta, Yastimadhu Phanta
CHURNA & DOSAGE SCIENCE
- Preparation of Churna: Triphala, Trikatu, Sitopaladi, Hinguwashtaka, Talisadi Choorna
- Aushadhi Yoga Gyanam: ingredients, manufacturing process, therapeutic uses, dose and Anupana
- Study of Maana (units of measurement), Aushadha Matra (drug dosage)
- Anupana (vehicle) and Aushadh Sevan Kaala (time of administration)
| Class Teaching | Homework | Assignments | Field Work | Module Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40 hrs | 16 hrs | 14 hrs | 10 hrs | 80 hrs |
MODULE V: Dietetics - Deepening of Food Nutrition (3 Days - 1 Session)
CORE TOPICS
- Ayurveda food and nutrition in contrast to conventional thinking
- Theories based on food and nutrition in Ayurveda
- Food as medicine Rejuvenation and allied therapies in Ayurveda
- Generalised theories and application for food and nutrition as applicable in Ayurveda
Evaluation: Exam on Case Studies One Day
| Class Teaching | Homework | Assignments | Field Work | Module Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30 hrs | 12 hrs | 10 hrs | 8 hrs | 60 hrs |
MODULE VI: Other Ayurveda Therapies (9 Days - 3 Sessions)
BASTI & SHIRODHARA THERAPIES
- Netrabasthi Eye therapy
- Greevabasthi - Neck therapy
- Janu Basthi - Knee therapy
- Udarabasthi - Abdominal therapy
- Kati Basthi - Lumbar therapy
- Urah Basthi - Chest therapy
- Shirodhara: Therapeutic forehead oil stream
Evaluation: Final Examination - Body Therapist & Nutritionist
| Class Teaching | Homework. | Assignments | Field Work | Module Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 46 hrs | 18 hrs | 16 hrs | 12 hrs | 92 hrs |
Europe Ayurveda Academy In Collaboration with Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan University, Jodhpur, India