lEVEL 2 | AYURVEDIC WELLNESS PRACTITIONER

2 YEAR | 1500 HOUR DIRECT ENTRY CERTIFICATION

 

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Becoming a Practitioner

The Ayurvedic Wellness Practitioner (AWP) program at Yoga Veda Institute is a journey of awakening, integration, and embodiment—one that unfolds in its own perfect rhythm.

For those seeking a more expedited path to certification, this program can be completed in two years of full-time study, blending live classes with pre-recorded past lectures to create a structured, immersive experience.

Yet, Ayurveda is not meant to be rushed—it is a lifelong unfolding. Most students prefer to move through the program with ease, allowing time for deep integration and reflection. That’s why we offer up to six years to complete the program, with no additional tuition fees. This approach allows you to revisit key teachings, absorb the wisdom as it reveals itself, and truly embody the practice of Ayurveda in a way that feels aligned with your journey.

You are exactly where you are meant to be. Whether you choose an accelerated path or a more spacious one, this program supports your transformation from student to healer, guiding you toward mastery with clarity, purpose, and devotion.

Your path begins with sacred knowledge and self-discovery, gradually expanding into advanced study and clinical immersion. This is not just about learning Ayurveda—it’s about living it, weaving its principles into your being, and stepping fully into your dharma as a practitioner.

With each lesson, you move closer to the heart of Ayurveda, not just as a student but as a steward—one who carries this ancient wisdom forward with clarity, purpose, and devotion.

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What You'll Study

Your studies will unfold layer by layer, bridging timeless Ayurvedic wisdom with practical application:

  • Understanding Imbalance – Explore the development of disease (samprapti), root cause (hetu), and Ayurvedic treatment strategies (cikitsa).
  • Advanced Assessment – Deepen your knowledge of constitution, doshic imbalances, agni, ama, koshta, and gati.
  • Sacred Ayurvedic Disciplines – Studies in Sanskrit and Ayurvedic Yoga Therapy.
  • Ayurvedic Herbology – Learn the art and science of herbal formulations for healing and balance.
  • Shamana Cikitsa – Discover traditional Ayurvedic manual therapies for restoring harmony.
  • Srotamsi & Pathophysiology – Study the body’s organs and channels to understand how disease manifests.
  • Weekly Student Clinic – Gain experience working with clients in a supervised clinical setting.

The Scope of Practice Decreases

CERTIFICATION UPON COMPLETION

Completing the program earns you a Certificate of Completion from Yoga Veda Institute of Ayurvedic Medicine (YVIAM), a mark of excellence in Ayurvedic education. This certification reflects the depth and quality of your training, positioning you as a knowledgeable and credible Ayurvedic professional.

Your certificate is a testament to the comprehensive and authentic training you’ve completed, rooted in the integrity and tradition of Ayurveda.

 

Ayurvedic Certification

Beyond Graduation:

Your Path to NAMACB Board Certification

To meet the standards set by the Ayurvedic Accreditation Commission (AAC) and qualify for the National Ayurvedic Medical Association Certification Board (NAMACB) Exam, students and graduates of all Ayurvedic Studies Programs must complete an in person Preceptorship. This in-person, hands-on training is the final step in completing Yoga Veda's AAC Recognized Ayurvedic Health Counselor & Ayurvedic Practitioner Programs.

This step is not just about fulfilling requirements—it’s about upholding the integrity of this ancient science, showing reverence for its lineage, and ensuring that the healing power of Ayurveda is carried forward with truth and purpose. Whether or not you pursue board certification, your journey is one of transformation, service, and deep connection to Ayurveda’s timeless wisdom.

Truth in Ayurvedic Education: Integrity Matters

Ayurveda is rooted in truth, authenticity, and the wisdom of ancient traditions—but in the U.S and abroad., a troubling trend has emerged. Pseudo-credentials, misleading claims, and self-created titles are distorting Ayurvedic education, deceiving students, and undermining the integrity of this sacred science.

Some schools—and the individuals who lead them—boast false credentials from non-existent programs or claim titles from unrecognized institutions, using flashy marketing, large social media followings, and loud spiritual branding to manufacture trust. These programs often lack the depth, rigor, and honesty that Ayurveda—and you as a student—deserve.

Be cautious of “pay-to-play” registries, which sell titles with no oversight, competency assessment, or true professional recognition. Whether someone has taken a one-hour workshop or a year-long course, the same meaningless title is granted—making these credentials nothing more than a marketing tool.

Likewise, if someone claims to hold advanced degrees or certifications from institutions that don’t offer such programs, this is not just misleading—it’s a clear breach of trust. These false credentials create an illusion of credibility, deceiving students into believing they are learning from a legitimate source when, in reality, they are not.

This isn’t Ayurvedic education—it’s appropriation, exploiting an ancient healing tradition for personal gain.

Many students invest thousands of dollars, only to discover too late that their credentials hold no real academic value. These certificates cannot be transferred to reputable institutions, and the education they received barely scratches the surface of Ayurveda.

Rather than offering a comprehensive, structured curriculum, these programs provide brief introductions—often covering in a single two-hour lecture what a legitimate Ayurvedic program would teach over an entire semester or more.

This isn’t just disappointing—it’s a betrayal of trust. It’s a disservice to students and to Ayurveda itself. True Ayurvedic education requires time, dedication, and a commitment to depth. Before enrolling, ask hard questions. Seek depth, not shortcuts. Ayurveda deserves it—and so do you.

Even more deceptive are schools that create their own “professional organizations” to validate themselves. If a school touts recognition from a professional body, always check who is leading it. Far too often, the director of the school is also the president of the so-called “board”—a dishonest practice designed to mislead. This isn’t education; it’s a marketing scheme that exploits Ayurveda’s sacred lineage for profit.

Because Ayurveda is unregulated in the U.S., these deceptive practices continue unchecked. This is why the Ayurvedic Accreditation Commission (AAC) is critical—it is the only organization ensuring Ayurvedic education meets rigorous, ethical, and professional standards.

How to Recognize a Quality Ayurvedic Program

Authentic Ayurvedic education in the U.S. is upheld by the Ayurvedic Accreditation Commission (AAC)—the only accrediting body ensuring programs meet nationally recognized standards. The National Ayurvedic Medical Association Certification Board (NAMACB) further reinforces these standards by requiring graduates to pass a rigorous board exam, ensuring competency and credibility. Together, these organizations provide a meaningful, respected pathway to professional recognition.

At Yoga Veda Institute, we are committed to preserving the sacred lineage of Ayurveda by aligning our 1300+ Hour Ayurvedic Sciences Program with AAC standards. Through our required 180-hour Gurukul Clinical Preceptor Experience, students fulfill AAC-recognized clinical training requirements, preparing them to sit for the NAMACB Board Exam.

Ayurveda Deserves Better. So Do You.

True Ayurvedic education demands integrity, depth, and commitment—not shortcuts, false titles, or marketing gimmicks. Seek programs that are transparent and rooted in authenticity.

Ayurveda is a calling, not a commodity. Honor it with truth.

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Ayurvedic Wellness PRACTITIONER

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