Ayurvedic Academy. Integrating Traditional Wisdom & Healing With Scientific Research. Academic Catalog

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1 Ayurvedic Academy Integrating Traditional Wisdom & Healing With Scientific Research Three Levels of Training Programs: Academic Catalog Practitioner Certification Courses: Master s Degree: Level 1: Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner 400 hours Level 2: Advanced Ayurvedic Practitioner 400 hours Level 3: Master s Degree in Ayurvedic Sciences 900 hours Offered via distance learning by Hindu University. See details inside. Fourteen Day Intensive In India in December Two to Eight Day Intensives In USA in Spring, Summer, & Fall Free Evening Lectures 819 NE 65th St., Seattle WA (206)

2 Ayurvedic Academy s Mission, Purpose and Commitment Our Mission is to integrate traditional Ayurvedic wisdom & healing with scientific research. Our Purpose is to serve as an authentic source of Ayurvedic education, research and community health care. Our commitment is to academic excellence and an ongoing goal of providing the highest level ofayurvedic training outside of India. INVITATION Namaste! Welcome to the Ayurvedic Academy! We congratulate you for embarking on this exciting healing journey into the world of Ayurveda the science of natural, holistic healing. As you venture into Vedic philosophy, Yogic psychology, Ayurvedic herbology, Constitutional evaluation, Clinical training and other topics, you will marvel at the truly holistic nature of Ayurveda. Be assured that when you graduate from the Ayurvedic Academy as a Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner (CAP), Advanced Ayurvedic Practitioner (AAP), or with a Master s Degree in Ayurvedic Sciences, you will be looked up to as a leader in the field of holistic, natural healing. The Ayurvedic Academy is committed to giving you the highest quality Ayurvedic training. Our courses are not only academically challenging and intellectually stimulating, but also the most comprehensive Ayurvedic courses available outside of India. Our course content and formats are based on curriculums offered by leading Ayurvedic Universities in India. The instructors who teach at our Academy are experienced faculty, physicians and professors from top Ayurvedic Universities in India and other countries. The Ayurvedic Academy is approved by the State of Washington, International Academy of Ayurveda in Pune, India and the International Holistic Health Institute in Bangalore, India. Our Master s Degree in Ayurvedic Sciences is offered via distance learning by Hindu University. Ayurvedic Academy is collaborating with Hindu University which is authorized by Florida State Department of Education. Education at Ayurvedic Academy may be evaluated for use in Hindu University s Master s Degree in Ayurvedic Sciences. Our courses include course manuals, classroom teaching, practical training and clinical internship. Graduates have the option of doing additional internship programs in India. Enrolled students include physicians, registered nurses, naturopaths, acupuncturists, chiropractors, nutritionists, massage therapists, physical therapists, psychotherapists, yoga teachers and fitness instructors. Others who have found our programs very valuable include individuals who are trying to incorporate Ayurvedic health routines into their daily life, and patients who are following Ayurvedic treatments for their healthcare concerns. As an Ayurvedic Academy student you will also learn a lot during interactions with your classmates. Our training programs will help you integrate Ayurvedic principles and practices into your personal life, as well as into your professional endeavors. For individuals with busy work schedules, family life and school commitments, or for those who live at a distance, we offer a very convenient schedule of 11 two-day weekend classes over the course of a year. We videotape our courses, so if you miss a class, you will be able to study the missed material with the help of the course manuals and videotapes. As our health care system evolves, graduates of the Ayurvedic Academy will be well-poised to make important contributions to the healing and well-being of humanity. You are invited to embrace this mission and passion of personal development, professional excellence and global wellness. 2 Dr. Vivek Shanbhag, MD (Ayurved), ND, BAMS, CYEd Director, Ayurvedic Academy

3 Learn Ayurveda Experience Wellness Help Others What is Ayurveda and how can it benefit me? Ayurveda means science of life. This tradition of natural wellness has healed millions of people for more than 5,000 years. It has rapidly gained popularity due to books by Dr. Deepak Chopra and Dr. Andrew Weil. The complimentary sciences Yoga and Ayurveda together help you balance your energetic flow and create harmony of body, mind and spirit. Ayurveda helps you improve health, prevent illness, heal disease and promote longevity. Ayurveda considers that each of us is a unique individual with a unique mind-body type which is determined during conception. It assists you in creating a comprehensive wellness plan personalized for your unique physiology and your specific condition. An Ayurvedic natural healing program includes customized nutrition & lifestyle guidelines, healing herbs, gentle detoxification with Pancha Karma cleansing, appropriate exercises & yoga postures, special daily & seasonal health routines, rejuvenative Rasayana therapy, aroma therapy, music therapy, Pranayama, and Meditation. How will Ayurvedic training help me? If you are seeking improvement of your health, or looking to heal a disease, learning Ayurveda is valuable. If you are a Yoga teacher, massage therapist, chiropractor, nurse or a physician wanting to serve your clients better training in Ayurveda can provide significant benefits. Our training will let you integrate Ayurvedic wellness principles and practices into personal and professional life. Unlimited opportunities await the Ayurvedic Practitioner in the field of natural holistic health care, public education, research and writing. As an Ayurvedic practitioner you will help others in their healing process by being their teacher, wellness coach, doctor, and healer. Seattle s AYU Ayurvedic Academy provides advanced, authentic Ayurvedic training and education, presented by a teaching faculty that includes several of the world s leading Ayurvedic academicians and physicians. ~ Dr. Robert Svoboda, BAMS, Internationally acclaimed Ayurvedic author and teacher Why Choose Ayurvedic Academy for my Ayurvedic Training? Authentic: We offer the highest level of Ayurvedic training available outside of India. Comprehensive: Includes course manuals, lectures, practical workshops, and clinical internship. Leading Experts: 15 professors & physicians, including several of the world s leading academicians and physicians. Convenient: Option 1: One 2-day Weekend per month for 11 months from September through August OR Option 2: Three 1-week Intensives during Spring, Summer, & Fall OR Option 3: Distance Learning by receiving class videos & course manuals by mail. Various levels of training: Level 1 Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner 400 hours Option 1: One 2-day weekend per month for 11 months from September thru August OR Option 2: Three 1-week Intensives during Spring, Summer, & Fall OR Option 3: Distance Learning by receiving class videos & course manuals by mail Course Project Clinical Internship Level 2 Advanced Ayurvedic Practitioner 400 hours Advanced Intensive in India 14 days, Dec 18 thru 31 at Ayurvedic Resort, Bangalore, India Advanced Intensive in USA any 8 days selected from Spring, Summer, & Fall Intensives Course Project Clinical Internship Level 3 Master s Degree in Ayurveda 900 hours Master s Degree in Ayurvedic Sciences is offered via distance learning by Hindu University. Ayurvedic Academy is collaborating with Hindu university which is authorized by Florida State Department of Education. Education at Ayurvedic Academy may be evaluated for use in Hindu University s Master s Degree in Ayurvedic Sciences. This may include: Completion of Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner Completion of Advanced Ayurvedic Practitioner Two Distance Learning Courses from Hindu University: o Sanskrit o Philosophy 3

4 Ayurvedic Training Program Highlights The most authentic Ayurvedic training available outside of India, based on the curriculum offered by leading Indian Ayurvedic Universities. Experienced faculty of more than 15 leading Ayurvedic Physicians & Professors, with decades of clinical and teaching experience in US, Europe and Asia. Approved by the State of Washington, International Academy of Ayurveda, International Holistic Health Institute and Hindu University of America. Highest level of training in Ayurvedic healing. Our comprehensive program includes course manuals, lectures, practical workshops, and clinical internship. Additional/ optional Internship offered in India. Ayurvedic Cooking Workshop at the Academy Gayathri Shanbhag, MS Nutritionist and Diet Therapist What our Graduates Say The variety and expertise of the instructors, from India and the US, have provided a diverse perspective on how to practice the art of Ayurveda. The information has been comprehensive and includes clinical approaches for my practice. I am pleased that this program exists so that I can begin to integrate it into my practice and offer my patients the benefits of Ayurveda. ~ Dr. Tanmeet Sethi, MD Academy Director Dr. Vivek Shanbhag with Academy Advisor Dr. Joseph Pizzorno, ND, Founding President of Bastyr University Enrolled students include Yoga Instructors, LMP/CMT, RN, Nutritionist/RD, MD, ND, LAc, DC and others with advanced interests in Ayurvedic healing, as well as patients following Ayurvedic treatments. Convenient class schedule: Only 1 two-day weekend per month for 11 months or three week-long intensives in a year. Courses offered in non-sequential independent modules: Fall, Winter & Spring. Correspondence Course/Distance Learning Programs available. All classes held at Bastyr University, Seattle, WA located in the natural setting of St. Edward s State Park. Onsite vegetarian cafe, extensive library, and herb garden. Established by Dr. Vivek Shanbhag, ND (USA), MD (Ayurved, India), BAMS, Chairman of the Ayurvedic Medicine Department at Bastyr University from , Head of the Institute of Research in Ayurveda, Pune, India, , with 25 years of clinical, teaching and research experience. The AYU Ayurvedic Academy has been an excellent experience for me to gain perspective on the lifestyle and healing arts of Ayurvedic Medicine. The instructors from India enhanced my learning through their expertise, clinical background and case examples. Practical hands on techniques we learned really accentuated the deep healing nature of Ayurveda. Incorporating these principles into my own and my family s life has been very beneficial. ~ Dr. Suzanne Way ND, LAc As a Chiropractor, I value the innate wisdom of our bodies. The natural and intuitive teachings of Ayurveda will profoundly enhance my clinical management of the health of my patients and myself. My thanks to Dr. Shanbhag and all the other visiting Ayurvedic doctors. Everyone was excellent. ~ Dr. Dean Studer, DC Now, here is the perfect format for me to enhance my Naturopathic education. The AYU Ayurvedic Academy has exceeded all my expectations. It is fascinating to have such wonderful instructors, some being directly from India, who are willing to share their vast knowledge. The information taught has been comprehensive and with great detail given to our understanding of the philosophy behind Ayurveda as well as diagnostic tools and treatment protocols. This is one of the best professional decisions I could have made for my future as a physician. ~ Dr. Rebecca Dirks, ND 4

5 LEVEL 1: Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner (CAP) Students will build a strong foundation of Ayurvedic philosophy, psychology and physiology. They will learn to live an Ayurvedic lifestyle. Students will be able to integrate Ayurvedic principles and practices into their personal & professional life. They will obtain excellent understanding of Ayurvedic nutrition, herbology, Pancha Karma, daily and seasonal routines, and constitutional evaluation (Prakruti). A graduate can offer Ayurvedic lifestyle counseling to individuals or groups and practice as an Ayurvedic wellness coach by helping others in creating a personalized wellness plans. This 400 hour course includes Option 1: One 2-day weekend per month for 11 months from September thru August OR Option 2: Three 1-week Intensives during Spring, Summer, & Fall OR Option 3: Distance Learning by receiving class videos & course manuals by mail. Course Project Clinical Internship Course Description AYU 5001 Ayurvedic Philosophy & Anatomy (Tarka Sankhya and Sharir) 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 Comprehensive Individualized Ayurvedic Treatment Plans & Health Programs. Learn about Cosmology, Sankhya Philosophy and the Ayurvedic perspective on the human body, including Doshas, Dhatus, Malas, Marmas, Asthis, Sandhis, and Strotas. AYU 5002 Ayurvedic Physiology (Dosha Dhatu Mala Vidnyan) This session discusses in detail 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) and how they govern both mind and emotions. Other topics include definition of life; Dosha characteristics and their primary location; signs of balance and imbalance; Agni, its types, function, and importance in health and disease; Ojas, its function, signs of increase or decrease. AYU 5003 Ayurvedic Psychology (Manasa Shastra) Principles of mental Doshas, their function, location and origin; aspects of the mind; principles of the five sheaths; Kundalini and the Seven chakras; three gunas and their characteristics; Mental Constitution. Academy Advisor Dr. Robert Svoboda and Academy Director Dr. Vivek Shanbhag AYU 5004 Ayurvedic Herbology (Dravya Guna Rasa Shastra) This practical workshop will focus on the 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. As 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, heal diseases and promote health. Study various methods of herbal preparation. AYU 5005 Ayurvedic Nutrition & Prevention Science (Swastha Vritta) Ayurvedic disease prevention science is practically incorporated in Dinacharya (Daily Routines) & Ritucharya (Seasonal Routines). Learn how to use these techniques and procedures to maintain optimum health and 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 Kapha. Learn how to evaluate a client s diet diary and how to use that information to prescribe an individualized diet plan. Other topics include definition of health; understanding digestion; Epidemic diseases; and Immune system. 5

6 AYU 5006 Ayurvedic Detoxification Therapy (Pancha Karma) 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. Includes basic principles of palliation, purification and rejuvenation, as well as Clinical Ayurvedic massage. Mid-Term Exam AYU 5007 Pathology, Constitution Evaluation and Diagnosis (Roga Samprapti and Nidan Panchaka) 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, including aggravation, alleviation and movement of the doshas; and Ojas as the essential energy for the immune system. Basic clinical examination including Sama and Nirama conditions, pulse and tongue diagnosis, as well as abdominal exam and corresponding organs. AYU 5008 Disease Diagnosis & Management (Roga Nidan and Kaya Chikitsa I) Ayurvedic Diagnostics and client examination. Includes Ayurvedic etiology, symptoms and signs of various respiratory and digestive disorders, their diagnosis, and prognosis. Learn signs of aggravation of Doshas, Dhatus, and Malas, herbal treatment and dietary management. AYU 5009 Disease Diagnosis and Management- Part II (Kaya Chikitsa II) Ayurvedic Diagnostics and 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. Dr. Naras Bhat, MD, FACP Reversing Heart Disease and Cancer Workshop AYU 5010 Disease Diagnosis and Management- Part III (Kaya Chikitsa III) Above series continues with emphasis on gynecological diseases, diseases of the ear, nose, and eye, their diagnosis and prognosis. Includes signs of aggravation of Doshas, Dhatus, and Malas, herbal treatment and dietary management. AYU 5011 Review, Clinical Management, Final Comprehensive Examination Review of the course materials; Principles of Ayurvedic Practice and management of legal issues; hands-on clinical workshop on patient evaluation and case management; questions and answers on the course. Course Project/Research Paper - 60 Hours Students will be required to complete a research paper on a topic to be agreed upon by their instructor. This paper is graded on a Pass/ Fail basis. Clinical Internship -120 Hours Clinical Internship may be done at the Natural Medicine Clinic, Seattle. Every student intern is under the guidance of a clinical supervisor who supervises individual cases, monitors progress, and assures completion of all required hours and reporting. Student interns who live at a distance from Seattle area may complete the Clinical Internship in their home community while being supervised by a clinical supervisor. Supervisory case discussions may be scheduled in person or by phone at the student s expense. Any student intern who does not complete the internship program in the allotted six month time period may register for an internship extension with a fee of $ 300 per six-month extension. 6

7 Level 2: Advanced Ayurvedic Practitioner (AAP) Students will get involved in deeper learning of advanced herbology, pharmacology, pathology, diagnostics and therapeutics. They will study history taking, physical observation and examination. Students will understand detailed evaluation of imbalance (Vikruti). They will learn how to design individualized Ayurvedic treatment plans consisting of customized diet plans, herbs and Pancha Karma. Students will also learn how to prescribe Rasayana rejuvenation, daily and seasonal routines for disease prevention. The course includes detailed theoretical and practical training in Pancha Karma. This 400 hour course includes: Advanced Intensive in India 14 days (Dec 18 through 31) at Ayurvedic Resort, Bangalore, India Advanced Intensive in USA any 8 days selected from Spring, Summer, & Fall Intensives Course Project Clinical Internship Lotus Pond, Ayurvedic Resort, Bangalore, India Lecture and demo by Dr. Jayarajan 14 Days Intensive Training in India: Dec Also included is a Field Trip to: Ayurvedic College, Ayurvedic Clinic, Ayurvedic Manufacturing Unit, Pancha Karma Center, Ayurvedic Herb Plantation, Naturopathy & Yoga Institute. Advanced Training at The Ayurvedic Resort, Bangalore, India The Ayurvedic Resort in Bangalore is on a 50 acre Ayurvedic herb plantation. Along with a luxurious resort, there is an Ayurvedic clinic, Pancha Karma center, Ayurvedic kitchen and restaurant. On site, you ll also find a herb manufacturing pharmacy, library and training hall. For fourteen days, the students lead an Ayurvedic lifestyle. Every morning, they participate in Yoga sessions. After an Ayurvedic breakfast, they attend lectures and practical demonstrations from expert Ayurvedic professors. In the afternoon, they undergo practical training in performing various treatments, pulse diagnosis, evaluation of Ayurvedic body-type, diagnosing imbalance and putting together treatment plans. They work on each other to practice the various skills and Pancha Karma treatments. The practical training helps the students to become very confident as Advanced Ayurvedic practitioners. Students learning and practicing Pulse Diagnosis and Pancha Karma. 7

8 Intensive Course Description: Learn the science of Ayurvedic History Taking. Practice the skills of Physical Observation and Examination. Understand how to evaluate mind-body Constitution (Prakruti) & Imbalance (Vikruti). Learn how to design individualized Ayurvedic treatment plans consisting of customized natural diet plans, healing herbal and nutritional supplements, detoxification through Pancha Karma cleansing therapy, Rasayana rejuvenation therapy, as well as Ayurvedic daily and seasonal routines for disease prevention. The course includes detailed theoretical and practical training in Pancha Karma detoxification therapies. With the help of learning aids like, handouts, slides, videos, and by participating in experiential exercises, understand how to integrate Ayurvedic principles/practices into various treatment plans. Dr. Acharya teaching various levels of Pulse Diagnosis Faculty: Dr. Jayaprakash Narayan, MBBS, MD (Ayu) Chairman, Ayurvedic Practitioners Board, Government of India Intensive Training will focus on: Advanced Herbology, Mineralogy & Pharmacy Advanced Diagnostics Advanced Panchakarma & Rasayana Advanced Gynecology & Women s Wellness Advanced Patient Evaluation & Therapy My India Intensive experience at Ayurvedic Resort was very pleasant. The instructors were very good and the staff at the resort were friendly and accomodating. I was pleasantly surprised to find that I did not have to miss out on the holidays as the Resort had a wonderful celebration for the holidays. ~ Janae Oosterhof Dr. K. S. Jayashree, MD (Ayu), BAMS, CFN Department Head, Postgraduate Studies, Ayurvedic College, Bangalore Dr. G. Shrinivasa Acharya, MD (Ayu), BAMS Department Head, Toxicology, SDM Ayurveda College, Udupi Dr. Vivek Shanbhag, ND (USA), MD (Ayu), BAMS, CYEd Director, Ayurvedic Academy, Clinic & Spa, Seattle Make your reservation & pre-register by May 30 Full Package Cost Includes: 14 Nights Stay at Ayurvedic Resort Ayurvedic breakfast, lunch, and dinner for 14 days Course Manuals & Tuition Fees for 14 Days Intensive Training Field Trip Full Package Cost: $3900ppdo Pre-registration deposit of $900 required by May 30 Balance of $3000 required by August 30. For Payment Plans, please call: Round Trip Air Fare from your departure city to Bangalore is not included in the above cost and may be purchased from your travel agent or from the Ayurvedic Academy at the group rate. 8 Studying herbs in the Ayurvedic Garden Enjoying delicious meals at the Ayurvedic Restaurant

9 Two to Eight Day Intensives in Spring, Summer, & Fall Ayurvedic Herbology Understand Ayurvedic Herbalism -Rasa, Guna, Veerya, Vipak & Prabhav Learn about the clinical use of various herbs Study the most commonly used Ayurvedic Formulas Explore the research conducted on different Ayurvedic herbs Ayurvedic Sanskrit Get introduced to Sanskrit, Devnagari script & alphabets Learn reading & writing Sanskrit words & shlokas Become familiar with common Ayurvedic & Yogic literature Understand the effect of various Sanskrit Mantras Ayurvedic Aromatherapy Learn about essential oils and their effect on mind & body Understand how to balance Vata, Pitta & Kapha with essential oils Clinical use in internal & external application Aroma oils for common diseases & imbalances Ayurvedic Pulse Diagnosis Understand Ayurvedic 8 Step Examination Learn techniques of Pulse Diagnosis Explore Pulse diagnosis for different doshas, subdoshas, dhatus and their imbalances Familiarize yourself with Tongue, Urine and Stool Diagnosis More Intensive Topics: Pancha Karma Practical Training Ayurvedic Marma Therapy Rasayana-Ayurvedic Anti-Aging Rejuvenation Jyotisha-Vedic Astrology Vastu-Vedic Architecture and Environment Ayurvedic Skin Care & Beauty Ayurvedic Yoga Teacher Training Ayurvedic Cooking & Diet Therapy Women s Health Care 9

10 LEVEL 3: Master s Degree in Ayurvedic Sciences Master s Degree in Ayurvedic Sciences is offered via distance learning by Hindu University. Ayurvedic Academy is collaborating with Hindu university which is authorized by Florida State Department of Education. Education at Ayurvedic Academy may be evaluated for use in Hindu University s Master s Degree in Ayurvedic Sciences. This may include: Completion of Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner Completion of Advanced Ayurvedic Practitioner Two Distance Learning Courses from Hindu University: Sanskrit, Philosophy The Faculty of the Ayurvedic Academy Dr. Vivek Shanbhag, ND(USA), MD(Ayurved, India), BAMS Director, Ayurvedic Academy. drs@ayurvedaonline.com 26 years of Clinical, Teaching and Research experience (1992-Present) Medical Director of a Six-practitioner team at AYU Natural Medicine Clinic, Seattle Member, Board of Directors, National Ayurvedic Medical Association (NAMA), USA Member, Editorial Board, Light On Ayurveda Journal, USA ( ) Chairman of Ayurvedic Department at Bastyr University, Seattle, USA ( ) Head of Institute for Research in Ayurveda, Poona, India Author of Beginner s Introduction to Ayurveda by Keats Publishing 5 ½ years Ayurvedic Training-B.A.M.S. degree, Karnataka University, India 4 years Post-Graduation -M.D.,(Ayurved), Poona University, India 4 ½ years Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine-ND, Bastyr University, Seattle, USA Dr. Aparna Bapat, BAMS, Ayurvedic Consultant, Ayurveda Center, New York City. She is a member of the Board of Directors, National Ayurvedic Medical Association(NAMA). She is the Editor of the NAMA Newsletter. She studied Ayurvedic medicine at the University of Pune, Faculty of Ayurvedic Medicine & Surgery. She was a Senior Lecturer at the College of Ayurveda (London, U.K.) Dr. Bapat is the author of numerous articles on Ayurvedic medicine and related themes, has made multiple television appearances, and is one of the premiere lecturers, scholars and practitioners of Ayurveda in the West today. Dr. Subhash Ranade, PhD, DSc, FNAIM, FISCA, Chairman, International Academy of Ayurveda, Pune, India. He is former Prof. and Head of the Department of Ayurveda, Pune University. Dr. Ranade worked as the Principal of Ashtang Ayurveda College in Pune, India. He has written more than 70 books on Ayurveda. He is a visiting Prof. to various Institutes in USA, Germany, Italy, Switzerland, Spain and Australia. Dr. Light Miller, ND Dr. Light Miller has 25 years experience in the use of essential oils and herbal products for skin care. She has trained over 700 people in the field of massage. She travels extensively, teaching aromatherapy, Ayurveda, natural menopause, herbology and tantra. She is a member of the Board of Directors, National Ayurvedic Medical Association(NAMA). Dr. Avinash Lele, MD (Ayurved, India) Dr. Avinash Lele is an Ayurvedic Physician from India and the Medical Director of the Panchakarma Hospital and Clinic in Poona, India. He has an M.A.Sc. in Ayurvedic surgery. He is a visiting professor in many Universities around the world. 10

11 Gayathri Shanbhag, MS Gayathri is a consultant in Ayurvedic Nutrition & Diet Therapy at the Ayurveda Natural Medicine Clinic, Seattle. She graduated with a Masters in Nutrition from the Bastyr University, Seattle. She teaches Nutrition and Healthy Cooking courses at the Bastyr University and Puget Consumer s Co-op (PCC). Dr. Bharati Lele, BAMS, MD(Ayurved, India) Dr. Bharati Lele is a faculty member of the Ayurvedic College, Pune. She is a visiting professor for Ayurvedic colleges in Japan, Italy and USA. Dr. Lele is a consultant to several Ayurvedic hospitals in India. She specializes in Panchakarma and Ayurvedic cooking. Dr. Sunanda Ranade, BAMS Dr. Sunanda Ranade is in the Ayurvedic field for more than 30 years. She has written hundreds of articles in newspapers and journals and is an author of several books on Ayurveda and Yoga. She has taught in universities in India and abroad. Ayurvedic Academy s Board Of Advisors Dr. Robert Svoboda, BAMS Dr. Svoboda is a world renowned scholar in Ayurveda, Yoga, Jyotish & Tantra. He is a graduate of Ayurvedic Medicine from Pune University, India. He travels extensively around the world, lecturing and conducting workshops on Ayurveda and allied subjects. He has authored thirteen books thus far, including six on Ayurveda and two on Jyotish. Dr. Joseph E. Pizzorno, Jr., N.D. Appointed in December 2000 to the White House Commission on Complementary and Alternative Medicine Policy. Dr. Pizzorno is one of the world s leading authorities on science-based natural medicine. A physician, educator, researcher and expert spokesperson, Dr. Pizzorno is cofounder and founding president of Bastyr University, the first fully accredited, multidisciplinary university of natural medicine in the United States. Dr. Pizzorno is the author of Total Wellness and co-author of the internationally acclaimed Textbook of Natural Medicine and best-selling Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine. Dr. Naras Bhat, MD, FACP Dr. Bhat is a world-renowned expert on Do-able Stress Control for the 21st Century. Dr. Bhat is a board certified specialist in Internal Medicine. He is also a certified specialist in Stress Management Education. He is a professor of behavioral medicine at Rosebridge College of Integrative Psychology and teaches at UC Berkeley. He is the author of the internationally known book: How to Reverse and Prevent Heart Disease and Cancer. Dr. Hari Sharma, MD, FRCPC Hari Sharma is professor emeritus and former director of Cancer Prevention and Natural Products Research at The Ohio State University College of Medicine and Public Health. He has published over 130 research papers, has authored over 200 abstracts and presentations, and has written four books, mainly on subjects related to Ayurveda. Dr. Issac Mathai MD (HOM.), M.R.C.H (LOND.) Dr. Mathai hails from a family having a tradition of Homeopathic practice spanning four decades. He graduated from the A.N.S.S. Medical College in Kerala, India, and took his MD. (Homeopathy) from the Hahnemann Postgraduate Institute of Homeopathy, London. Following this, he took his M.R.C.H. (London) and joined as a physician at Europe s first and largest Holistic Health Care clinic over 10 years. He studied Chinese Pulse Diagnosis and Acupuncture at the W.H.O. Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Nanking, China. He has also undergone the Mind-Body Medicine training program at the Harvard Medical School, USA.

12 Academic Policies and Frequently Asked Questions 1. Credentials Within the Field of Ayurveda Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner: Level 1 course in Ayurveda, 400 hour course offered by the Ayurvedic Academy. Advanced Ayurvedic Practitioner: Level 2 course in Ayurveda, 400 hour course offered by the Ayurvedic Academy. Includes two weeks of Intensive Ayurvedic Training in India and one week Intensive in USA. NAMA Practitioner Membership: Students who complete Ayurvedic Academy s Level 1 and Level 2 courses can apply for the National Ayurvedic Medical Association s Practitioner Membership. NAMA is the most well established Ayurvedic organization in the US, setting standards for educational training of Ayurvedic Practitioners. Master s Degree in Ayurvedic Sciences: Level 3 course in Ayurveda, 100 hour course. Offered via distance learning by Hindu University. Ayurvedic Academy is collaborating with Hindu University. This is one of the first programs of its kind offered outside of India, and one of the most advance degree programs offered on Ayurveda outside of India. BAMS: Bachelors Degree of Ayurvedic Medicine and Science: A 5 ½ year full-time degree program offered primarily in India. Practitioners completing this program refer to themselves as doctors, though an MD in Ayurveda is also available in India (below). MD in Ayurveda: An additional 4 years of study. Offered at Universities in India. Dr. Shanbhag, Ayurvedic Academy and Clinic Director and NAMA Board Member, completed BAMS and MD degrees in Ayurveda in India, then the completed the naturopathic medicine degree (ND) at Bastyr University. He developed the CAP, AAP programs with the goal of offering the most advanced training in Ayurveda outside of India. 2. Why Choose AYU Ayurvedic Academy Authentic: We offer the highest level of Ayurvedic training available outside India Comprehensive: Includes course manuals, lectures, practical workshops, and clinical internship Leading Experts: 15 professors & physicians with decades of clinical & teaching experience Convenient: Only one 2-day weekend per month for 11 months or three 1-week intensives during a year Distance learning programs are also available Various levels of training: Level 1 Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner 400 hours Level 2 Advanced Ayurvedic Practitioner 400 hours Level 3 Master s Degree in Ayurveda 900 hours 3. Practicing Ayurveda in the US While none of the US states currently license Ayurvedic practitioners or physicians as primary care physicians, many of these well-trained professionals utilize their education and skills in combination with other healthcare related credentials. Yoga Instructors, Massage Therapists, Registered Nurses, Nutritionists/Dietitians, Acupuncturists, Chiropractors, Medical Doctors and other healthcare professionals are recognizing and utilizing the benefits of educational training in Ayurveda. NAMA is currently working on developing educational standards, scope of practice, and related materials to support future licensing initiatives throughout the US. Ayurvedic Academy s Director, Dr. Shanbhag, is a Board Member of NAMA. 4. Practitioners In My Area that Graduated From AYU Ayurvedic Academy See the list of practicing graduates on our website. 5. Contact Some of Our Current and Former Students at AYU Ayurvedic Academy See the list of current and former students on our website. 6. Course Program Details Intensives in Spring, Summer, & Fall Advanced Ayurvedic Practitioner (AAP) Master s Degree in Ayurvedic Sciences Individual Distance Learning Courses Pranayama Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner (CAP) India Intensive Course USA Intensive Course Distance Learning: Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner (CAP) Meditation 7. Course Schedule / Academic Calendar Please see our web site at for a complete schedule/calendar. 8. Time Commitment Studying depends greatly on the individual. For most of our students, we recommend setting aside a few hours (1-2 hours) a week. The majority of our students are working professionals with families and are able to find ways to balance all their pursuits. 12

13 9. Distance Learning Students who take our courses as Distance Learning Courses receive the same level instruction in a slightly different format. They receive the same course handouts, including The Textbook of Ayurvedic Medicine, by Ayurvedic Academy Director Dr. Vivek Shanbhag, and video tapes (sent and returned by mail) of the weekend classes. Our Distance Learning students complete Quizzes, Exams, a Course Project, and Clinical Internship Hours. Students who live at a distance from Seattle may complete the Clinical Internship in their home state with a local Ayurvedic Practitioner, or they can fly to Seattle to complete this part of their training at the AYU Natural Medicine Clinic. 10. Quizzes A quiz will be given each weekend of class based upon material taught the previous month. 11. Exams At the end of the Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner Course, a comprehensive final examination will be given. 12. Course Project/Research Paper 60 Hours each for CAP & AAP Students will be required to complete a research paper on a topic to be agreed upon by their instructor. This paper is graded on a pass/fail basis. Popular Research Project Topics: Basic Principles of Ayurveda Compare and Contrast the Three Doshas of Ayurvedic Physiology Ayurvedic Nutrition and Preventative Medicine Pancha Karma Detoxification Ayurvedic Herbal Research Project Discuss Common Herbs & Usage Ayurvedic Approaches to a Specific Healthcare Concern Ayurvedic Massage, Oils and Aromatherapy Ayurveda and Yogic Science Create Ayurvedic Research and Reference Tools and Related Projects 13. Grading Quizzes account for 25% of the final grade. Final exams account for 60% of the final grade. Attendance, homework, Projects, case studies and class participation account for 15% of the final grade. A passing grade for the complete course is a C, or an overall score of 70%, plus a final examination score of not less than 70%. 14. Retaking Exams & Quizzes Students may not retake quizzes. Any exam not passed may be retaken one time. The grades are averaged together, and the average must be above 70%. 15. Clinical Internship The clinical internship (120 hours) helps students make the transition from student to practitioner. This is a special and important time in the development of the student. During this phase of education, students will be observing patients under the supervision of a Clinical Supervisor. On-Site Internship Students are welcome to complete their internship at the AYU Natural Medicine Clinic in Seattle. Every student is under the guidance of a clinical supervisor who supervises individual cases, monitors progress, and assures completion of all required hours and reporting. Supervisory case discussions may be scheduled in person or by phone at the student s expense. Interns who are not able to complete the internship program in the allotted six-month time period may register for one or more internship extensions at a cost of $ per six-month extension. For more information, please see the internship disclosure form provided at enrollment. The practical requirement is graded on a pass/fail basis. Field Internship Students may also apply to perform their internship by serving in their own communities or apprenticing with a practitioner or clinic of their choice. Students will be accepted for a field internship on the basis of past business or clinical experience and/or their understanding of the commitment needed to succeed in an off-site internship. In exceptional cases, AYU Ayurvedic Academy will be assisting in finding internships in India. Each intern will be responsible for the completion of all required hours and reporting. 16. Graduation A Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner or Advanced Ayurvedic Practitioner Certificate of completion will be awarded to students who successfully complete the entire program in good academic standing. No student with outstanding tuition or fees may graduate. Students can then enroll in the remaining two correspondence courses totaling 6 credits, to receive a *Master s Degree in Ayurvedic Sciences*, offered by the collaboration between Ayurvedic Academy and Hindu University of America. 13

14 17. Class Video Checkout Policy 1. Only one set of videos may be borrowed at a time. 2. Videos are checked out on a first come, first serve basis. 3. Checked out videos must be returned within 10 days. 4. Local students are responsible for picking up the videos from the library. 5. To avoid wasting a trip, please call to confirm that the video you want is available for check out. 6. Distance learning students should contact the Academy when they are ready for another video. 18. Taking the India Intensive or Advanced Ayurvedic Practitioner course (AAP, Level 2) before taking the Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner (CAP, Level 1) course Yes, this is an option. While students who start with the CAP course will gain an outstanding base of knowledge in Ayurveda (and this will, of course, help them get the most out of the India Intensive and/or AAP course), we also have many students who are primarily interested in studying Ayurveda in India. The India Intensive and AAP course were designed with this in mind. Both of these courses are open to new students with a good understanding of Ayurveda. Usually, we suggest that new students watch the videos of the first three CAP classes before attending the India Intensive. This helps students enter the India Intensive and/or AAP program well-prepared, with an outstanding base knowledge of Ayurveda. As a reminder, both of these courses are considered necessary prerequisites to the Masters Degree in Ayurvedic Sciences, awarded by Hindu University of America...for students interested in pursuing this degree. 19. Online Registration and Payment Options Please visit our web site at for online registration and payment options. 20. Registering for Individual Courses offered within the Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner Program as Distance Learning Courses Students receive course handouts, including content from The Textbook of Ayurvedic Medicine, by Ayurvedic Academy Director Dr. Vivek Shanbhag, and video tapes of the Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner s weekend classes (sent and returned by mail). We offer quizzes and a Certificate of Completion for each course, though these are not required. Registration can be completed online by selecting the desired course from the Distance Learning section of our online store. Registration and Admissions fee payments are not required for this option. 21. Tax Deduction for Work Related Education For many healthcare practitioners and small business owners, our courses are often tax deductible as healthcare and/or continuing education related expenses. Consult your tax advisor for further details. 22. English-as-a-second language The AYU Ayurvedic Academy (AAA) does not offer English-as-a-second language. 23. Suggested Reading Items Book Categories in our online store correspond to topics taught in the Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner, Advanced Ayurvedic Practitioner and Master s Degree in Ayurvedic Sciences programs. While we encourage students to complete as much of the suggested reading as possible, these books are suggested reading, not required. Many students are especially interested in further study on particular course topics, and we provide these other book titles to help students further their studies. Please see our web site for a complete book list. 24. Discounts on Products & Services for Current Students and Graduates 1. Students enrolled in the Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner Course, Advanced Ayurvedic Practitioner Course and Master s Degree in Ayurvedic Science receive a 15% discount on online orders for AYU product and services during their studies and after graduation. Discount applies to products and services, not future courses. 2. Students enrolled in Individual Distance Learning Courses receive a 15% discount on online orders for AYU products and services for 90 days after online enrollment. Discount applies to products and services, not future courses. Purchase of additional courses provides additional 90 day periods of discounts on products and services % discounts for online orders of AYU products and services will be applied as chargebacks to the credit card used to place the order (usually within a few days after purchase). 25. Lodging, Transportation and Driving Directions Bastyr University, where we teach our Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner Course, is located about 45 minutes to 1 hour from Seattle Tacoma airport. There are many hotels in a variety of price ranges close to the school. Also, there s an onsite vegetarian cafeteria, an extensive library and an outstanding herb garden to visit during you free time. See Contact Information below for additional information. 26. Contact Information For additional questions, please contact our Academy and Clinic Director, Dr. Shanbhag, MD(Ayurved, India), ND(Bastyr, USA). He is usually available to answer student questions, M-F, 9-6 (pacific time) at Academy, Clinic and Spa Address: 819 NE 65th St. Seattle WA

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16 Seattle s AYU Ayurvedic Academy provides advanced, authentic Ayurvedic training and education, presented by a teaching faculty that includes several of the world s leading Ayurvedic academicians and physicians. ~ Dr. Robert Svoboda, BAMS, Internationally acclaimed Ayurvedic author & teacher With its complete integration of mind, body, spirit and nature, Ayurveda is a healing modality that will definitely shape the future of natural health. And Seattle s AYU Ayurvedic Academy is where the Ayurvedic healers of the future will emerge. ~Dr. Joseph E. Pizzorno, Jr., ND, Founding President of Bastyr University, Leading authority on science-based natural medicine The awareness of Ayurveda in the West is rising and there is growing interest in learning this ancient science. The AYU Ayurvedic Academy, established by Dr. Vivek Shanbhag, ND, MD (Ayurved, India) in Seattle, Washington, addresses the growing need to learn Ayurveda outside India in an authentic way, by using the curriculum offered by leading Indian Ayurvedic Universities. ~ Dr. Hari Sharma, MD, FRCPC Author, Contemporary Ayurveda Ayurvedic Academy is an integral part of our Ayurvedic Wellness Center Academy, Clinic & Spa Ayurvedic Academy Lectures & Workshops 2 to 8 days December India Intensive 14 days Practitioner Certification 400 hours Master s Degree 900 hours Distance Learning Ayurvedic Clinic Pulse Diagnosis & Consultations Herbal & Nutrition Prescription Pancha Karma Cleansing & Rejuvenation Weight Management Program Naturopathic Insurance Coverage Wellness Spa Ayurvedic Skin & Beauty Care Traditional Ayurvedic Massage Wellness Coaching Yoga & Meditation Spa Gift Certificates Wellness Store AYU Ayurvedic Herbs Books, CD & Tapes Skin Care Products Health Foods Lifestyle Supplies For detailed Catalogs of the Clinic, Spa, or Store and Ayurvedic Recipes, Health Articles, Current News, Events, visit or call (206) NE 65th St., Seattle, WA 98115