Become an Ayurveda Practitioner
Ayurveda is a natural system of healing and health maintenance. It can be used for many things, including the treatment of ailments like arthritis and stress. It's fairly new to the Western world; so there are relatively few Ayurvedic schools in the United States. Nevertheless, there are numerous ways to become an Ayurveda practitioner. Follow these steps to find out how.
Instructions
Learn About Ayurveda
1. Know that Ayurveda is a holistic medicine that's over 5,000 years old. It was developed in India and remains the prevailing system of medicine there.
2. Learn about the 3 mind-body types called doshas: "vita," "pitta" and "kapha." Each person has a unique combination of these doshas. Visit the "What's Your Dosha?" Web site to learn more (see Resources below).
3. Be aware that the doshas are a central part of Ayurveda. The recommended Ayurvedic treatment, diet and lifestyle for an individual will be based on the person's unique combination of doshas.
4. Learn more about Ayurveda at the "National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine" Web site (see Resources below).
Become an Ayurvedic Practitioner
5. Consider training in Western medicine before training in Ayurveda to be able to offer comprehensive service to patients. Some doctors and nurses go on to study Ayurvedic medicine at the end of their training.
6. Become a practitioner in India. Since it's the home of Ayurvedic medicine, India has many Ayurvedic schools and hospitals.
7. Know that training in India may take 5 years. At the end of your training you may receive a bachelor's or doctorate degree in Ayurvedic medicine.
8. Be aware that there's no certification requirement for Ayurvedic schools in The United States.
9. Visit the "Natural Healers" Web site to check for Ayurvedic schools near you (see Resources below). Some Ayurvedic schools offer online and correspondence courses. Tuition will vary from moderate to high.
10. Find a suitable location for your Ayurvedic practice. Look into your city's regulations if you plan to practice from your home.
11. Obtain a business license to operate a small business. Also get a tax identification number for tax purposes.
12. Advertise for clients and print up your business cards. Encourge your family and friends to advertise for you by word of mouth.
13. Consider joining a professional organization for Ayurveda and alternative medicine practitioners for support. This will also help keep you aware of news in the field.
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