Here is a detail of a 400 hour course offered by the Ayurvedic Academy

Ayurvedic Philosophy & Anatomy (Tarka Sankhya and Sharir)

AYU 5001 September 11th and 12th, 2004.
Begin with an engaging introduction to the history and philosophy of Ayurveda. Learn the foundations of the three Gunas, five Elements and the three Doshas. Understand the concepts of Constitution (Prakruti), Imbalance (Vikruti) and Dynamic Balance. Review the components of Ayurvedic comprehensive Individualized Treatment Plans & Health Programs Learn about Cosmology, Sankhya Philosophy and Ayurvedic view of the human body such as Doshas, Dhatus, Malas, Marmas, Asthis, Sandhis, Strotas, etc.

Ayurvedic Physiology (Dosha Dhatu Mala Vidnyan)

AYU 5002 October 9th and 10th, 2004.
This session discusses in details the fifteen Sub-Doshas, seven Dhatus, three Malas, sixteen Srotas, Marmas and the role of these in health and disease. Explore the depth of the three Gunas (Sattva, Rajas and Tamas) –how they govern the mind and emotions. Other topics: Definition of life, Dosha characteristics, primary location, signs of balance and imbalance. Agni, its types, its function, its importance in health and disease. Ojas it’s function, signs of increase or decrease.

Ayurvedic Psychology (Manasa Shastra)

AYU 5003 November 13th and 14th, 2004.
Principles of mental Doshas, their function, location and origin, aspects of mind, principles of five sheaths, Kundalini, Seven chakras, their importance, Three gunas and their characteristics, Mental Constitution.

Ayurvedic Herbology (Dravya Guna Rasa Shastra)

AYU 5004 January 22nd and 23rd, 2005.
This practical workshop will focus on application of Ayurvedic herbology energetics like Rasa, Virya, Vipaka and Prabhava. Clinical application of important Ayurvedic herbs will be discussed. Explore the science of Synergetic combining of healing herbs. Spices have been largely misunderstood and misused. This informational session will explain the scientific purpose of using spices in cooking. Learn for the first time, how to wisely use popular spices to prevent imbalances, to heal diseases and to promote health. Study various methods of herbal preparation.

Ayurvedic Nutrition & Prevention Science (Swastha Vritta)
AYU 5005 February 12th and 13th, 2005.
Ayurvedic disease prevention science is wisely and practically incorporated in Dinacharya (Daily Routines) & Ritucharya (Seasonal Routines). Learn how to use these techniques and procedures to maintain optimum health and to prevent common diseases resulting from seasonal changes. This practical workshop will focus on how to use the six tastes of food to nutritionally balance Vata, Pitta and Kappa. Learn how to evaluate a client’s diet diary and how to use that information to prescribe an individualized diet plan. Other topics: Definition of Health, understanding digestion, Epidemic diseases, Immune system.

 

Ayurvedic Cooking Class
Gayathri Shanbhag, MS Nutritionist and Diet Therapist

Ayurvedic Detoxification Therapy (Pancha Karma)
AYU 5006 March 12th and 13th, 2005.
This practical session will focus on Ayurveda’s five natural purification procedures- Pancha Karma. Explore how and when Pancha Karma is recommended for therapeutic goals of preventing and healing diseases. Understand their application in daily and seasonal routines. In this hands-on workshop, learn the techniques of Pancha Karma treatments. Discover how to prepare and use the various herbal preparations needed in the different steps of these detoxification procedures. Understand the dos and don’ts of therapeutic Pancha Karma and rejuvenation therapies, including Vaman, Virechan, Basti, Nasya, and Rakta Moksha. Basic principles of palliation, purification and rejuvenation, Clinical Ayurvedic massage.
 

Pancha Karma Detox Training
Dr. Avinash Lele, MD (Ayurved, India)
 

Mid Term Exam

Pathology, Constitution Evaluation and Diagnosis (Roga samprapti and Nidan Pancha)

AYU 5007 April 9th and 10th, 2005.
Learn the art and science of History Taking and Constitution Questionnaire Evaluation. Practice the skills of Physical Observation and Physical Examination. Understand how to use above information for effective Evaluation of Constitution (Prakruti) & Imbalance (Vikruti) Learn Ayurvedic concepts of disease stages, classifications and prognosis. Aggravation, alleviation and movement of the doshas. Ojas as the essential energy for the immune system, Basic clinical examination including Sama and Nirama conditions, pulse, tongue, and abdominal exam and their corresponding organs.

Disease Diagnosis & Management (Roga Nidan and Kaya Chikitsa)

AYU 5008 May 14th and 15th, 2005.
Ayurvedic Diagnostics, client examination, Ayurvedic etiology, symptoms and signs of various respiratory and digestive disorders, their diagnosis, prognosis, signs of aggravation of Doshas, Dhatus, and Malas, herbal treatment and dietary management.

Dr. Naras Bhat, MD, FACP
Reversing Heart Disease and Cancer Workshop

Disease Diagnosis and Management- Part II

AYU 5009 June 11th and 12th, 2005.
Ayurvedic Diagnostics, client examination, Ayurvedic etiology, symptoms and signs of various
psychological, Cardiovascular, urinary and skin disorders, their diagnosis, prognosis, signs of aggravation of Doshas, Dhatus, and Malas, herbal treatment and dietary management.

Disease Diagnosis and Management- Part III
AYU 5010 July 9th and 10th, 2005.
Above series continues with emphasis on gynecological diseases, diseases of the ear, nose, and eye, their diagnosis, prognosis, signs of aggravation of Doshas, Dhatus, and Malas, herbal treatment and dietary management.

Review, Clinical Management, Final Comprehensive Examination
AYU 5011 August 13th and 14th, 2005.
Review of the course materials, Principles of Ayurvedic Practice, management of legal issues, hands-on clinical workshop on patient evaluation and case management, questions and answers on the co