ADVANCED DIPLOMA OF AYURVEDA HLT60712 Schedule of fees and census dates for 2016 v25092015 Schedule effective 1/1/16 31/12/16 and published 03/10/2014 Total course tuition fees (8 terms) domestic/vet FEE-HELP eligible students = $24229.65 All unit of study tuition fees are applicable for units of study delivered by the AIHM s Cockburn Central campus, Western Australia AIHM unit of study TERM 1 BION 101A Introduction to Biomedical Sciences Part A PHIN102 History and Philosophy of Natural Therapy CLIN129 Clinical Procedures AYVN 130 Ayurvedic Principles Brief Unit description This is a core unit for all courses offered. It includes a broad overview of the anatomy and physiology of the Skin, and musculoskeletal systems. Foundations of pathological principles will be discussed. Cellular and Tissue structure and function will be also discussed in detail. Micro-organisms and its importance in understanding mechanisms of diseases will be elaborated. Basic chemistry and structure and function of macromolecules will also be discussed. Students are expected to complete Multiple choice questions short answer questions and assignments related to the various concepts covered in this unit This unit introduces the philosophies of healing and their relevance to clinical practice. In addition the latest theories and direction in science and the interactions between the two paradigms will be studied. Students will explore and apply the fundamentals of natural therapies during the course of the study of this unit. This unit covers clinical policies and procedures, instrument handling, and results, consultation protocol and workplace health and safety issues. Infection control procedures are also covered. This unit covers the meaning, origin, history and branches of Ayurveda; detailed explanation of Five Unit fee Domestic Students/VET FEE-HELP eligible students RPL Unit Fee EFTSL (Equivalent Full Time Study Load) 766.2375 383.12 0.079848 463.05 231.53 0.026616 882 441 0.076046 2016 Start dates 2016 End dates 2016 Census dates
great elements (Panchamahabhootas theory) and Tridoshas (Vata, Pitta and Kapha); recognition of Prakruthi (Constitution), Vikruthi (Imbalance) of an individual. Brief introduction to other topics including states of mind (Manasa gunas), Tissues (dhatus), Waste products (malas) together with a general description of Doshic Diet with emphasis on how to apply to daily cooking will also be discussed. An introduction to daily and seasonal routine with emphasis on how to apply this knowledge in practical daily life is also addressed. Also discussed is an introduction to Panchakarma (Detoxification therapies). BHSN 106 Communication Skills TERM 2 BION101B Biomedical Sciences Part B BHSN 206 Communication Skills This unit is an introduction to understanding human behaviour and the relationship between basic behavioural influences and ill health, both physiologically and psychologically. Nature, Nurture and Need Factor influences are studied through a combination of theory and practical applications. Basic counselling knowledge and skills required for a therapist will be covered. BION101A is a pre requisite for this unit. It includes a broad overview of the anatomy and physiology of and the remaining body systems not covered in BION101A. Foundations of pharmacological principles, function of enzymes, Metabolism and importance of vitamins and antioxidants will be covered. In addition an introduction to basic research methods will be provided. Physical examination techniques will also be covered. Students are expected to complete Multiple choice questions, short answer questions and assignments related to the various concepts covered in this unit plus a comprehensive assessment of the content covered in BION101A and BION101B will be conducted. This unit takes the fundamentals of human behaviour discussed in unit BHSN 106 and upgrades student s knowledge and application skills to the next level by adding lateral thinking skills, non-verbal and verbal 766.2375 383.12 0.079848 529.20 264.60 0.045627
NATN 107 Foundation of Nutrition AYVN 330 Ayurvedic Nutrition communication techniques, dealing with difficult behaviours, counselling skills and situational analysis procedures. As in unit BHSN106, this unit is taught experientially with each lecture being a combination of theory and application exercises. This unit covers basic concepts of nutrition and its role n maintaining health. Major areas covered include carbohydrates, lipids, protein, energy metabolism, vitamins and minerals and their influence on health and diseases. Concepts of Nutritional biochemistry will also be discussed. This unit covers areas such as the role of nutrition in health; factors of diet and dietetics; knowledge of Agni (digestion) and diet according to doshas, Individual constitution (prakruthi) and imbalances (vikruthi); basic knowledge of process of digestion, absorption and metabolism; dietary factors including Taste (Rasa), Qualities (guna), Potency (virya), Post digestive effect (vipaka), Unique properties (prabhava), etc of food and herbs; concept of the six tastes of Ayurveda and its actions on body, food and mind; Sattvic diet and the energetics of food and cultural restrictions on diet and nutritional supplementation will be discussed. It also covers specific diets for the doshas, dual types digestion and dietary advice, diet according to seasons, Zonal diet, Ayurvedic cooking recipes and practical demonstrations and a brief overview of diseases and diet relations. 661.50 330.75 0.057034 AYVN 930 Ayurvedic perspectives of Disease This unit covers the causes of disease, diagnosis of disease According to different authors (5 types, 3 types, etc), Kriyakala (Staging of disease) and examination of the individual and disease Three fold, eight fold and Tenfold examinations.
AIDN114 Senior First Aid This unit provides a training program to achieve the standard required for the nationally recognized Senior First Aid certificate. Areas covered include cardiopulmonary resuscitation, management of an unconscious casualty, internal and external bleeding, fractures, burns, poisons, bites, stings, eye and ear injuries. 143.325 71.66 0.011407 TERM 3 BION201 Biomedical Sciences BION101A and BION101B are prerequisites for this core unit. Students will learn about the anatomy, physiology, pathology, microbiology, pharmacology related to the Integumentary, Skeletal and Muscular systems. In addition research methods, patient history taking, physical examination, and differential diagnosis relevant to these systems will be covered. Students are expected to complete multiple choice questions, short answers, assignments and 6 case studies for this unit. 766.2375 383.12 0.068441 AYVN 101 Ayurveda This unit covers Ayurvedic perspective of anatomy, physiology, emotional relations, imbalances (vikruthi), diseases and their treatments of Integumentary (Swedavaha, Rasavaha srotas) and musculoskeletal systems (Mamsavaha and asthivaha srotas). This includes study of Skin as an organ, Sweat (Sweda) as a waste product (Mala), Plasma as a tissue (Rasa dhatu), Lymphatic system (Rasavaha srotas), sebaceous system (Swedavaha srotas), Muscle as a tissue (Mamsa dhatu), Bone as a tissue (Asthi dhatu), their increased and decreased manifestations (Vikruthi), dosha relations, examination of skin (Tvacha pariksha), plasma, muscle, bone; diseases of skin, plasma, lymph, muscle and bone pathogenesis, signs and symptoms, examination, investigations and treatments.
AYVN630A Ayurvedic Tactile Therapy CLINAYV229 TERM 4 BION301 Biomedical Sciences AYVN201 Ayurveda This unit provides detailed explanation and practical sessions of Ayurvedic therapies, division of the body according to Ayurveda, Ayurvedic massage technique on individual parts of the body, ailment specific massage techniques in specific areas of the body. Full body massage (Abhyanga) including head massage (Shiro abhyanga), foot and hand massage (Padabhyanga) will be covered. Selection of various Ayurvedic oils for Massages. Shiro Dhara therapy A unique therapy of continuous flow of medicated oils on forehead for insomnia, hypertension, anti-stress, etc and also Ayurvedic Sauna Therapy Full body Sauna and Partial body steam techniques, Ayurvedic meridian massage includes explanation of meridians and their relations with tridoshas, physical, physiological and emotional benefits of major meridian points and technique of massage of meridians will be explored. BION101A and BION101B are prerequisites for this core unit. Students will learn about the anatomy, physiology, pathology, microbiology, pharmacology related to the Cardiovascular and Digestive systems. In addition, patient history taking, physical examination, and differential diagnosis relevant to theses systems will be covered. Students are expected to complete multiple choice questions, short answers, assignments and 6 case studies for this unit. This unit covers Ayurvedic perspective of anatomy, physiology, emotional relations, imbalances (vikruthi), diseases and their treatments of cardiovascular (Raktavaha srotas) and digestive systems (Annavaha, Purishavaha srotas). This includes study 661.50 330.75 0.045627 945 472.50 0.057034 766.2375 383.12 0.072243
of Heart, arteries, veins, digestive and excretory organs, Agni and its 40 forms, blood as a tissue (Rakta dhatu), their increased and decreased manifestations (Vikruthi), dosha relations, examination of abdomen, tongue (Jihva pariksha), stools (Purisha pariksha), diseases of blood, heart, abdominal organs, cardiovascular system, digestive system pathogenesis, signs and symptoms, examination, investigations and treatments. AYVN630B Ayurvedic Tactile Therapy CLINAYV329 Clinic This unit provides detailed explanation and practical sessions of Ayurvedic therapies, division of the body according to Ayurveda, Ayurvedic massage technique on individual parts of the body, ailment specific massage techniques in specific areas of the body. Full body massage (Abhyanga) including head massage (Shiro abhyanga), foot and hand massage (Padabhyanga) will be covered. Selection of various Ayurvedic oils for Massages. Shiro Dhara therapy A unique therapy of continuous flow of medicated oils on forehead for insomnia, hypertension, anti-stress, etc and also Ayurvedic Sauna Therapy Full body Sauna and Partial body steam techniques, Ayurvedic meridian massage includes explanation of meridians and their relations with tridoshas, physical, physiological and emotional benefits of major meridian points and technique of massage of meridians will be explored. 716.625 358.31 0.049430 945 472.50 0.057034 Term 5 BION401 BION101A and BION101B are prerequisites for this 766.2375 383.12 0.055635
core unit. Students will learn about the anatomy, physiology, pathology, microbiology, pharmacology related to reproductive and endocrine systems. In addition patient history taking, physical examination, and differential diagnosis relevant to these systems will be covered. Students are expected to complete multiple choice questions, short answers, assignments and 6 case studies for this unit. AYVN 301 Ayurveda This unit covers Ayurvedic perspective of anatomy, physiology, emotional relations, imbalances (vikruthi), diseases and their treatments of lymphatic and immune (Rasavaha, Medavaha srotas), endocrine (Medavaha, Majjavaha srotas) and respiratory systems (Pranavaha srotas). This includes study of Marrow (Majja) as an organ, Lymph as a tissue (Rasa dhatu), Lymphatic and immune system (Rasavaha srotas), organs related to the systems (Lungs, brain, etc), their increased and decreased manifestations (Vikruthi), dosha relations, examination of organ and systems, diseases related pathogenesis, signs and symptoms, examination, investigations and treatments. 529.20 264.60 0.051355 AYVN 1130 Ayurveda Manufacturing CLINAYV429 TERM 6 BION 501 This unit covers the manufacture of Ayurvedic medicines. Different forms of medicinal preparations in Ayurveda like churnas, tailam, asavas, etc are covered. The principles of formulation, methods of preparation, dosage, benefits, drug toxicity etc of major medicines are also addressed. The students are required to attend the practical sessions and perform and learn the preparation of medicines. BION 401 is a prerequisite for this core unit. Students will learn about the anatomy, physiology, 529.20 264.60 0.051355 945 472.50 0.064194 766.2375 383.12 0.055635
AYVN 401 Ayurveda pathology, pharmacology related to the Urinary, Reproductive and some aspects of the Nervous systems. In addition patient history taking, physical examination, and differential diagnosis procedures relevant to these systems will be covered. This unit covers Ayurvedic perspective of anatomy, physiology, emotional relations, imbalances (vikruthi), diseases and their treatments of urinary (Mutravaha srotas), reproductive (Artavavaha, Shukravaha, Stanyavaha srotas) and nervous systems (Majjavaha srotas). This includes study of organs related to the systems (Kidneys, Bladder, nerves, etc), their increased and decreased manifestations (Vikruthi), dosha relations, examination of organ and systems, diseases related pathogenesis, signs and symptoms, examination, investigations and treatments. 529.20 264.60 0.051355 AYVN 1230 Ayurveda Panchakarma This unit covers Panchakarma therapies, major organ detoxification procedures and detoxification therapies according to seasons. Various other therapies related with the Ayurvedic Practice are dealt in this unit including; Colour, Sound (Including mantras) therapies, introduction to Vastu Shastra, knowledge of Chakras is covered in detail This is a continuation of Ayurvedic therapies. 529.20 264.60 0.051355 MANN 120 CLINAYV529 This unit is designed to develop the knowledge of Act of Parliament and Regulations in relation to the practice of Natural Medicine, professional indemnity and liability insurance, accounting and taxation requirements, advertising and promotion, business planning and other issues related to the establishment of your own practice. Students will be required to complete their own business plan by the completion of this unit. 573.30 286.65 0.055635 945 472.50 0.064195
TERM 7 BION 601 AYVN 501 CLINAYV629 RESN 120 BION 501 is a prerequisite for this core unit. Students will learn about the anatomy, physiology, pathology, pharmacology related to Nervous systems not covered in BIO 501. In addition research methods, patient history taking, physical examination, and differential diagnosis procedures will be covered. This unit covers Ayurvedic perspective of anatomy, physiology, emotional relations, imbalances (vikruthi), diseases and their treatments of nervous system, adrenals (Majjavaha srotas). This includes study of organs related to the system, their increased and decreased manifestations (Vikruthi), dosha relations, examination of organ and systems, diseases related pathogenesis, signs and symptoms, examination, investigations and treatments. 766.2375 383.12 0.094151 529.20 264.60 0.051355 945 472.50 0.064194 This unit will provide students with the skills and techniques of reviewing the current literature and critically analysing the data presented in peer reviewed journals relevant to their field of expertise. 132.30 66.15 0.018545
PRDN 101 TERM 8 BION 701 CLINAYV729 CLINAYV829 AIHM Elective 1 This unit will cover issues like personality development, learning styles, enhancement of performance at workplace, goal setting, agency guidelines in relation to professional development and working effectively with co workers. It will also highlight the importance of professional associations and building professional networks to be current on the trends and developments in the industry. BION101A, BION101B and BION601 are prerequisites for this unit. Students will learn pathology, pharmacology, microbiology and differential diagnosis relevant to the nervous system. In addition students will explore the mind body connection and environmental toxins and their impact on our health. Students are expected to complete 6 case studies and two assignments on the environmental toxins and mind body connection. To be chosen from the list of available electives 330.75 165.38 0.034237 766.2375 383.12 0.051355 630 315 0.049929 630 315 0.049929 600 300 0.042796
To be chosen from the list of available electives AIHM Elective 2 600 300 0.042796 Students are required to complete a minimum of 400 hours clinical training hours as a component of this course; these include 100 tutorial/case management hours. Students are required to complete 2 electives from those offered by the AIHM during the completion of this course. Electives are generally 30 hours and can be selected from the list below: 116 Homeopathy 117 Flower Essences 121 Kinesiology 122 Reflexology 123 Aromatherapy 125 Meditation 126 Yoga 127 Energy Healing & Tai Chi 130 Ayurveda 228 Intuition in Healing 330 Ayurvedic Nutrition I 709 Trigger Point Therapy 809 Principles of Accupressure 1009 Bowen Techniques 1030 Vedic astrology 507 Mineral Therapy 307 Nutritional Recipes 100 Environmental and nutritional toxicology 205 101 102 Biochemistry of Nutrition Mind Body medicine Microneedle Therapy