Ayurveda Certification Courses

Start a Career in Ayurvedic Medicine

Ayurvedic medicine is growing throughout the country and the world as more people seek natural solutions for disease prevention and the management of chronic health conditions.

For thousands of years, Ayurveda has cultivated a body of knowledge that is desperately needed in today’s society. Where there is harmony, there is health. Where there is disharmony, there is disease. Ayurveda is the path back to harmony.

Ayurvedic Health Professionals work with diet, herbs, lifestyle and yoga therapy to maximize the potential of the body to heal itself.

The California College of Ayurveda provides the longest running, state-approved college and professional training program for the study of Ayurvedic Medicine in the United States. With over 1,000 graduates, CCA has a proven track record of providing the academic and clinical training necessary to prepare students to go into private practice.

Start your career as an Ayurvedic Health Professional today!

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Ayurvedic Health Counselor Certification

Start With a Solid Foundation in Ayurvedic Theory and Preventative Medicine

A career in Ayurveda begins with certification as an Ayurvedic Health Counselor (AHC). This important program is the foundation of the practice of ayurvedic medicine and provides you with the tools necessary to support clients in preventing disease. This program also provides a solid foundation from which to explore the deeper, clinical applications of Ayurveda.

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Clinical Ayurvedic Specialist Certification

Continue Your Studies Learning Clinical Theory and Skills

Becoming a Clinical Ayurvedic Specialist (CAS) is the next step. This intermediate program includes the study of the classical ayurvedic understanding of disease within each system of the body as well as an overview of the Western understanding. At this level, you will gain extensive knowledge of panchakarma and herbal medicine, including herbal formula design. During your internship, you will design and prepare herbal formulations for specific patients.

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Ayurvedic Doctor Program

The Highest Level of Clinical Training Available

The Ayurvedic Doctor Program (AyD) has been approved by the California Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education. During this advanced program, you will be attending classes as well as seeing patients. You’ll come away with a deeper knowledge of Ayurveda and have the ability to integrate aspects of Western medicine into your practice, allowing you to act as a bridge between the two in order to gain the highest level of understanding of a patient’s condition.

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Education Overview with Dr. Marc Halpern

This 35-minute audio recording provides an overview of what education is like at the California College of Ayurveda.

Dr. Halpern gives an introduction and then answers questions from prospective students. Topics include a description of each program and the different formats of study that are available to each student.

Information about internships and supplemental programs is also provided.

Upcoming Ayurveda Certification Courses

Ayurvedic Doctor Program (AyD) – Fall 2021

August 16, 2021 – August 15, 2022 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm –

Hybrid 1 weekend onsite intensive – 9:00 am – 5:00 pm (2 hr Lunch) – Clinical Management Classes Friday each week 9:00am-12:00pm. During this program, students will be attending classes as well as seeing patients. Students will come away with a deeper knowledge of Ayurveda and the ability to integrate aspects of Western medical knowledge into their practice allowing them to act as a bridge between the two sciences and be able to gain the highest level of understanding of a patient’s condition.

What Our Students Say

A Solid Foundation

My experience with the CCA has not only provided me with a solid foundation upon which my Ayurvedic career flourishes, but has also catalyzed deep healing and growth on a personal level. I appreciate that the teachers at the CCA are inspiring, and the entire staff committed the success of their students.

B. I.

Personal Insight

I chose CCA for two reasons. Their monthly classes allowed me to keep working while learning Ayurveda, and the hands-on training I received in the Pancha Karma Clinic, the Herb Lab, and the many workshops and seminars gave me personal insight into what my future clients will experience as they adopt an Ayurvedic lifestyle.

E.S.

Transformative

I was ready for a major change in my life. The study of Ayurveda has turned out to be a profoundly transformative process. I am studying and experiencing healing, joy, and connectedness on amazingly deep levels.

T.K.

Life Changing

Being a student at CCA was completely life changing for me. The education I received changed how I view the world and how I live my life. From the beautiful setting/community in which the college is set, to the wonderful instructors, my experience at CCA was more than I could have ever expected. I chose the college for the comprehensiveness of the program, and was not disappointed. My AHP internship really solidified my knowledge of the material, and I feel well equipped to continue into sharing my knowledge with others.

Brianne LaFriniere

So Grateful

I am blown away at how much I have learned. I am so grateful for the whole school. I could not have imagined a better education. Moving into the internship I am both nervous and excited. With my whole heart I thank you.

Ryan Strong

Inspired

Every day in my Ayurvedic practice I am so very grateful and inspired by this wonderfully inclusive science and for the depth of training I received from the California College of Ayurveda. My training has given me the opportunity to see the world in a new way and to help people recreate balance and harmony in their lives.

M.S.

Wisdom of a Divine Science

The C.A.S. program was the beginning of a transformation of consciousness. CCA offers the wisdom of a divine science to those wishing enrichment and understanding of the new paradigm of health emerging today.

J.G.

Dream Come True

I am incredibly grateful and blessed by the teachers and staff at CCA. Their knowledge, wisdom, support and guidance has been life changing and instrumental in my decision to become an Ayurvedic practitioner. Moving to Nevada City to attend CCA and pursue my passion has been a dream come true – thank you!

Shannon Jaycox