Clinical Nasya Treatment Workshop
Train in Clinical Nasya, the Ayurvedic method for treating head and neck conditions through the nasal passages, at the first state-approved Ayurvedic college in the U.S.
- Chris Garber
- June 10 - 11, 2027
The Healing Science of the Nasal Passages
Train in the healing science of the nasal passages. Clinical Nasya is one of Ayurveda’s most precise methods for treating conditions of the head and neck.
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Dates
June 10 – 11, 2027
Total hours
14 hours
Location
CCA Campus
A Precise, Clinical Approach to Head and Neck Care
This one-day, hands-on, advanced workshop teaches the art and science of Clinical Nasya: the process of administering medicine into the nasal passages. The clinical process includes an extensive preparatory treatment of the face and nasal passages before the oil itself is administered.
In Ayurvedic practice, Clinical Nasya is considered the most effective method for managing conditions of the head and neck, including issues affecting the ears, eyes, nose, throat, and brain.
Curriculum Includes
- Pratimarsha Nasya — administration of small amounts of oil
- Snehana Nasya — administration of large amounts of oil
- Pradhamana Nasya — administration of dry powders
- Dhuma Nasya — administration of medicated smoke
Who This is For: Practitioners Ready to Deepen Their Clinical Skills
Clinical Nasya is an advanced workshop designed for students already established in CCA’s clinical track:
- Ayurvedic practitioners advancing toward Panchakarma specialization
- Massage therapists and bodyworkers who have completed the Ayurvedic Massage & Bliss Therapy Program
- Clinical Ayurvedic Specialist (CAS) students and graduates
- Practitioners building toward the full Panchakarma Specialist Workshop track
Unlike CCA’s entry-level workshops, Clinical Nasya has specific prerequisites and is not open to complete beginners.
Prerequisites
- Principles of Ayurvedic Medicine (PAM), or an equivalent program at another institution
- The Panchakarma Theory Module (added to Principles of Ayurvedic Medicine as of 2023; students who completed PAM or AHC-1 before 2023 and did not continue to Clinical Ayurvedic Specialist training must complete this module separately)
- Completion of the Ayurvedic Massage & Bliss Therapy Program
Recommended (Not Required):
- Prior coursework toward Clinical Ayurvedic Specialist (CAS) certification
- Plans to continue on to the Shanti Komala Basti™ workshop as part of the full Panchakarma Specialist track
Training Format & Learning Experience
This training is offered in person over one day of instruction at CCA’s Nevada City, California campus.
Instruction Style
- Live faculty-guided instruction
- Hands-on demonstration and supervised practice
- Clinical technique applied under direct faculty guidance
Learning Environment
Small class sizes ensure:
- Direct faculty feedback at every step
- Individualized correction of technique
- A collaborative learning experience
Additional Information
Tuition & Enrollment
| Field | Content |
|---|---|
| Workshop Fee | $500 (includes $250 non-refundable registration fee) |
| Available Discount | 15% off when enrolling in 2 workshops at full price; 20% off each when enrolling in 3 or more. Contact Speak with an Admissions Advisor to apply your discount. |
| Completion | A final exam is administered; a passing grade of 75% is required to complete the program. |
Learn from Experienced Practitioners
Faculty at the California College of Ayurveda bring years of experience in Ayurvedic clinical practice and Panchakarma therapy education, grounded in classical technique and modern application.
Frequently Asked Questions
Clinical Nasya is an Ayurvedic method of administering medicine through the nasal passages to treat conditions of the head and neck. The process begins with an extensive preparatory treatment of the face and nasal passages, since Ayurvedic tradition holds that the nose is a direct gateway to the brain and nervous system.
The workshop covers four techniques: Pratimarsha Nasya (small amounts of oil, often used for daily maintenance), Snehana Nasya (larger therapeutic amounts of oil), Pradhamana Nasya (dry powders), and Dhuma Nasya (medicated smoke). Each is suited to different conditions and constitutions.
Yes. Unlike CCA's introductory workshops, Clinical Nasya requires completion of Principles of Ayurvedic Medicine, the Panchakarma Theory Module, and the Ayurvedic Massage & Bliss Therapy Program. See Prerequisites above.
Yes. Clinical Nasya is the first of three workshops that make up CCA's Panchakarma Specialist Workshop track, alongside Shanti Komala Basti™ and Designing Panchakarma Programs & Case Management. Students can take Clinical Nasya on its own or as part of the full sequence.
Clinical Nasya is offered in person at CCA's Nevada City campus, since the training is entirely hands-on.
California College of Ayurveda is state-approved, not accredited. It was the first state-approved Ayurvedic college in the United States, receiving state approval for its programs in 1996.
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