DOCTOR OF ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE

(Ayurveda Specialisation)

Course Nature: Professional / Educational
Mode: Home Study / Distance
Target Group: Experienced Ayurveda / Kerala Therapy Practitioners, Wellness Centre Operators

1️⃣ Eligibility

✔ Minimum Qualification: 12th Pass
✔ Experienced Practitioners preferred (Kerala Therapy, Ayurvedic Centre, Panchkarma, Massage, Wellness etc.)
✔ 5–10–12+ years experience वालों के लिए ideal upgrade course

👉 यह course degree नहीं, बल्कि professional upskilling & specialisation है

2️⃣ Course Duration

  • 1 Year (can be flexible for experienced candidates)

3️⃣ COMPLETE SYLLABUS

(Ayurveda Specialisation – Module-wise)

🔹 MODULE 1: Introduction to Ayurveda

  • Definition & philosophy of Ayurveda
  • Tridosha theory (Vata, Pitta, Kapha)
  • Panchamahabhuta theory
  • Prakriti (body constitution)
  • Dinacharya & Ritucharya

🔹 MODULE 2: Basic Human Anatomy & Physiology (Ayurvedic View)

  • Sharir Rachana (basic anatomy)
  • Sharir Kriya (physiology)
  • Agni concept
  • Srotas system
  • Dhatu & Mala

🔹 MODULE 3: Ayurvedic Dietetics & Nutrition

  • Ahara vidhi
  • Satvik, Rajsik, Tamsik diet
  • Seasonal diet planning
  • Diet according to Dosha
  • Digestive fire (Agni) management

🔹 MODULE 4: Dravyaguna (Herbal Knowledge)

  • Introduction to medicinal herbs
  • Properties of herbs (Rasa, Guna, Virya, Vipaka)
  • Common Ayurvedic herbs used in therapy
  • Herbal oils & decoctions (basic knowledge)

📌 No drug prescription claims

🔹 MODULE 5: Panchkarma – Theory

  • Panchkarma principles
  • Poorvakarma, Pradhankarma, Paschatkarma
  • Snehan & Swedan (theory)
  • Detoxification concept in Ayurveda

🔹 MODULE 6: Kerala Therapy Specialisation

  • Abhyanga
  • Shirodhara
  • Pizhichil
  • Njavarakizhi
  • Udvarthana
  • Kativasthi, Januvasthi

👉 Practical exposure based on experience

🔹 MODULE 7: Lifestyle Disorders (Ayurvedic Approach)

  • Obesity (Sthaulya)
  • Diabetes (Madhumeha – concept level)
  • Joint problems (Sandhivata)
  • Stress & sleep disorders
  • Digestive disorders

📌 Education & lifestyle management focus only

🔹 MODULE 8: Yoga & Pranayama (Supportive)

  • Yoga basics
  • Pranayama
  • Relaxation techniques
  • Meditation basics

🔹 MODULE 9: Professional Ethics & Practice Management

  • Client handling & counselling
  • Ethical guidelines
  • Record keeping
  • Wellness centre management
  • Communication skills

🔹 MODULE 10: Case Study & Project Work

  • Case understanding (experience-based)
  • Therapy planning (non-clinical)
  • Project / assignment submission

Disclaimer:

The title “Dr.” is used as a professional designation in Alternative & Natural Health Education.
This qualification does not confer statutory medical practice rights and is not equivalent to any government-recognised medical degree.