We highlight the importance and utility of the Śad Darśana (6 philosophies included in Āyurveda).

A detailed description of Sāṃkhya Darśana as explained in Caraka Samhita which includes the components of the human body, embryology, life span and factors involved in longevity.

Describes the Āyurvedic approach to physiology which includes a description of doṣas, sub-doṣas, dhātus (tissues), malas (bio-wastes), prakṛti (bodily and psychological constitution types) and ṛtu kāla (menstruation).

Describes the functional aspects and details of digestion including agni (digestive fire), pācana (digestion & metabolism), and dhātu parināma (formation and nourishment of tissues).

The structures involved in the digestion and delivery of nutrients to the whole body including śrotāmsi (channels).

Description of factors of digestion including, āma (undigested food), metabolism, and Ojas (vital essence).

Details the factors involved in one’s health and the tools and techniques used in Āyurveda to maintain physical and emotional health.

These techniques include dinacarya (daily regimen) practices, rātri carya (nighttime routine), and ṛtu carya (seasonal regimen).

Describes the Āyurvedic approach to pathology or disease causation and pathogenesis along with signs ans symptoms. This module will describe the Trividha Kāraṇa (three fundamental causation for illness), specific causative factors for changes in the dosas, dhātus (tissues), and malas (biowaste) including signs and symptoms of vṛddhi (increase or aggravation) as well as kṣaya (depletion) of each.

Details the methods of clinical examination and assessment. This includes the methods described in classical Āyurvedic literature such as Trividha parikṣa (threefold assessment), Daśavidha parikṣa (10-fold assessment), and Aṣṭavidha parikṣa (eight fold assessment).

Details the approach to substance found in nature that are used as food as well as factors to support one’s health.

The fundamental concepts required to understand the nature of any substance are rasa (taste), guṇa (quality), vīrya (potency), vipāka (post digestive effect), and dosas karma (effect on dosas).

Describes the Āyurvedic approach to food, its utility and importance in health. This module unfolds the Āyurvedic food groups, qualities and therapeutic benefits of food as well as the guidelines regarding dietary patterns.

The various methods of processing food will also be described and the importance of cooking methods to manage specific health needs.

Explains the Āyurvedic approach to the management of all types of illness with the fundamental dichotomy of cikitsa i.e., Brmhana (nourishing) and Langhana (depleting) therapies.

Many methods are classified based on this dual approach to management including the Śad Upakrama (6 therapeutic measures to pacify doṣas).

The four basic techniques for the management of imbalance are diet, lifestyle, herbs/ formulations, and therapies.

Details the importance of the mind and mental health in longevity and quality of life. The mind has an integral role in the everyday experience which not only regulates mood but also affects the physiology of the body.

This module describes the assessment, tools and techniques in maintaining and promoting good mental health.

Includes everyday clinical examples of how to utilize Āyurvedic techniques for the management of age-related imbalances. Simple techniques based on fundamental concepts of dosas predominant in different age groups, expected health challenges and diet and lifestyle recommendations.

Includes the practical aspects of becoming an Āyurvedic Health Counselor including scope of practice, clinical ethics, and the Hippocratic oath. Review of how to assess vital signs, and guidelines for setting up a practice and business.

Demonstration of simple home remedies for common ailments observed in an Āyurvedic clinical practice.