Academic Programs

Welcome to the Leading Ayurvedic College in the West

The California College of Ayurveda offers the longest running, state-approved professional training program for the study of Ayurvedic Medicine in the United States. With over 1,800 graduates, CCA has a proven track record of providing the academic, clinical and professional training necessary to prepare students to go into successful private practice.

In addition to our practitioner programs, we offer short courses and continuing education through our series of Ayurveda workshops.

Ayurveda Certification Courses

Train to Become a Certified Ayurvedic Health Professional

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

The California College of Ayurveda offers certification programs for Ayurvedic Health Counselors, Clinical Ayurvedic Specialists, and Ayurvedic Doctors. Our programs are designed with the goal of training graduates to become successful, independent ayurvedic practitioners.

Start a rewarding career as an Ayurvedic Health Professional today!

Learn about our Ayurveda Certification Courses

Upcoming Ayurveda Certification Courses

Short Courses on Ayurveda

Explore the World of Ayurveda Without Long-term Time Commitments

The California College of Ayurveda offers a diverse series of intensive, week-long workshops where you can learn more about the basic concepts, language, and science of Ayurveda. Our workshops often serve as a gateway to our more advanced courses on the subject. These short courses are offered through out the year and sometimes in locations other than Nevada City.

CCA Yoga Nidra Teacher Training Course – With Certified Instructor Rita Burgos

October 3, 2020September 9, 2020

Yoga Nidra: Graceful Transitions Teacher Training

September 22, 2020June 27, 2020

Ayurvedic Facials Course

September 24, 2020June 27, 2020

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Seminars on Ayurveda

Learn About Ayurveda in One Evening or Less

Our Nevada City campus offers public seminars to provide more information to those curious about Ayurveda. These are run by interns and serve to bring Ayurveda to the general public. Shorter seminars are also offered to viewers around the globe via Facebook Live.

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Special Programs with Dr. Halpern

Study with the Founder of the California College of Ayurveda

President and Founder of CCA, Dr. Marc Halpern, offers programs on campus and throughout the world. He is one of the pioneers of Ayurveda in the West and is considered to be a pre-eminent practitioner and teacher of Ayurveda in the United States.

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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

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.

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