Certificate Course in Ayurvedic Panchakarma Therapy
The Certificate Course in Ayurvedic Panchakarma Therapy is designed to equip learners with practical, foundational, and industry-relevant
skills essential for working in Ayurvedic wellness centres, clinics, and Panchakarma units. The course combines theoretical learning, practical
demonstrations, hands-on training, and internship exposure to ensure participants understand the scientific principles and procedural safety
behind classical Ayurvedic therapies. Emphasis is placed on therapeutic protocols, patient handling, ethical practices, and standard operating
procedures followed in professional Panchakarma practice.
Duration: 2 Months (Online + Offline + Internship)
Eligibility: 10th / 12th Pass Students
Program Overview:
Panchakarma is one of the most respected and result-oriented healing systems in Ayurveda. This certificate program introduces students to
the basic concepts of Ayurveda, physiology according to traditional science, core Panchakarma procedures, and day-to-day clinical skills
required in Ayurvedic therapy units. Through structured training, students learn to assist and perform therapies safely while maintaining
professional etiquette and patient comfort.
Course Content
Foundational Concepts
- Introduction to Ayurveda and its key principles
- Understanding Tridosha, Saptadhatu, Trimala physiology
- Basics, significance, and therapeutic relevance of Panchakarma
Therapeutic Techniques & Procedures
Training includes detailed steps, SOPs, indications, contraindications, complications, and management protocols for:
- Snehana (Oleation Therapy)
- Swedana (Sudation Therapy)
- Vamana (Emesis Therapy)
- Virechana (Purgation Therapy)
- Basti (Medicated Enema)
- Nasya (Nasal Therapy)
- Raktamokshana (Bloodletting)
- Shirodhara & Related Procedures
The curriculum also covers the complete sequence of Purva Karma, Pradhana Karma, and Paschat Karma, ensuring students understand
patient preparation, procedure execution, and post-care management.
Eye Therapies (Netra Kriyakalpa)
- Aschotana
- Tarpana
- Putapaka
- Bidalaka
- Seka
- Pindi
- Anjanam
Additional Learning Modules
- Panchakarma planning according to season (Ritu), disease state (Avastha), and condition (Vyadhi)
- Daily regimen–based therapies including Upakarmas & Kriyakalpas
- Detailed Samsarjana Krama (post-therapy dietary pattern)
- Pathya–Apathya (diet & lifestyle guidelines during and after therapy)
- Record maintaining, equipment/materials handling
- Basic computer skills for clinical documentation
Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion, participants will develop:
- Practical competence in performing major and minor Panchakarma procedures.
- Strong foundational understanding of Ayurvedic therapeutic principles.
- Skills in patient communication, comfort management, and safety protocols.
- Familiarity with herbal materials, oils, ghee preparations, and therapy tools.
- Capability to work as a Panchakarma Therapist in Ayurvedic hospitals, wellness centres, resorts, and clinics.
- A professional approach grounded in ethics, hygiene, and SOP-based practice.