Diploma in Ayurveda (1-Year) – Subjects & Syllabus

Duration: 1 Year

Eligibility: 10th/12th Pass or Equivalent

Total Semesters: 2 (6 months each)

Subjects Overview

Semester 1: Foundation of Ayurveda

1. Basic Principles of Ayurveda (Ayurveda Nirupan)
2. Anatomy and Physiology in Ayurveda (Sharir Rachana & Kriya)
3. Ayurvedic Pharmacology (Dravyaguna Vigyan)
4. Introduction to Panchakarma
5. Ayurveda Nutrition and Dietetics (Ahara Vigyan)
6. Basic Sanskrit Terminology (Optional/Supportive)

Semester 2: Practical Applications and Therapies

1. Common Ayurvedic Diseases and Management (Roga Vigyan & Vikriti Vigyan)
2. Herbal Medicines and Formulations (Bhaisajya Kalpana)
3. Panchakarma Procedures (Advanced)
4. Nadi Pariksha and Ayurvedic Diagnosis
5. Ayurvedic First Aid and Home Remedies
6. Internship / Practical Training (Minimum 1 month)

Detailed Syllabus

Semester 1

1. Basic Principles of Ayurveda

• Tridosha theory (Vata, Pitta, Kapha)
• Panchamahabhuta (Five elements)
• Sapta Dhatus (Seven tissues)
• Malas (Body wastes)
• Prakriti (Body constitution)

2. Anatomy and Physiology (Sharir Rachana & Kriya)

• Basics of human anatomy in Ayurveda
• Ayurvedic concept of organs and systems
• Functions of Dhatus, Doshas, and Agni

3. Ayurvedic Pharmacology (Dravyaguna Vigyan)

• Classification of herbs
• Properties and actions (Rasa, Guna, Virya, Vipaka, Prabhava)
• Identification and usage of 50 common herbs

4. Introduction to Panchakarma

• Concept and importance of Panchakarma
• Snehana (oleation) and Swedana (sudation)
• Purvakarma (pre-procedures)

5. Ayurveda Nutrition & Dietetics (Ahara Vigyan)

• Concept of Satvik, Rajasik, Tamasik food
• Seasonal diets (Ritucharya)
• Incompatible foods (Viruddha Ahara)
• Role of diet in diseases

6. Basic Sanskrit Terminology (Optional)

• Common Sanskrit terms used in Ayurveda
• Pronunciation of Ayurvedic slokas

Semester 2

1. Common Ayurvedic Diseases and Management

• Causes and classification of diseases
• Common diseases: Jwara (fever), Prameha (diabetes), Amlapitta (acidity), etc.
• Ayurvedic approaches to treatment

2. Herbal Medicines and Formulations

• Preparation of churnas, kwaths, asavas, arishtas, tailas
• Introduction to Rasashastra (optional basics)
• Standard dosages and administration

3. Panchakarma Procedures (Advanced)

• Vamana (emesis), Virechana (purgation), Basti (enema), Nasya (nasal therapy), Raktamokshana (bloodletting)
• Contraindications, indications
• Post-procedure care

4. Nadi Pariksha and Ayurvedic Diagnosis

• Pulse reading technique
• Diagnostic methods: Darshana (inspection), Sparshana (palpation), Prashna (interrogation)

5. Ayurvedic First Aid and Home Remedies

• Herbal treatment for minor ailments
• Ayurvedic oils and balms
• Preparation of kadha, lep, herbal teas

6. Internship / Practical Training

• Work under an Ayurvedic doctor or Panchakarma center
• Case study submissions
• Herb garden visit / Field work

Certification

On successful completion, students receive a Diploma in Ayurveda from the registered institute, enabling them to work as:

• Ayurvedic assistant/therapist
• Panchakarma technician
• Herbal product consultant
• Wellness & diet advisor