Program Overview
MUIH’s Ayurvedic Wellness Practices Post‐Baccalaureate Certificate (PBC) program provides a solid foundation in modern Ayurvedic practices, incorporating a progressive scientific perspective while maintaining its roots in traditional practices. This graduate-level certificate program prepares students to enhance their professional practices in health, wellness, well-being, and healthcare delivery through training as an Ayurvedic Wellness Counselor. Graduates learn how to apply the principles of Ayurveda as a self-healing framework to prevent and manage disease and well-being. This online 12‐credit program enrolls annually in the Fall and is best completed in 1-2 years.
Program Description
The program is designed to offer students practical training and experience in Ayurveda so they can become an Ayurvedic Lifestyle Consultant. Students gain a comprehensive, in‐depth, and working knowledge of the major aspects of traditional Ayurvedic health and wellness therapies including foundational Ayurvedic principles; constitutional and metabolic typology; Ayurvedic food science; yoga, breathing, and meditation skills; experiential healing and energy points; and seasonal rejuvenation and health restorative measures. The program is approved by AAPNA; graduates can apply for the AAPNA registry upon graduation. Continuing education credit may also be available for Yoga Therapists and Yoga Teachers; please inquire. The program’s design aligns with the general educational principles outlined by the World Health Organization’s (WHO) Benchmarks for Ayurveda, Association of Ayurvedic Professionals of North America (AAPNA), and the International Association of Yoga Therapists (IAYT). Graduates of this program qualify for certification by the Association of Ayurvedic Professionals of North America (AAPNA) as an Ayurvedic Lifestyle Consultant.
Admission Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of
- Education, Minimum 2.0 GPA
- Resume
- Transcript(s)
- TOEFL/IELTS/PTE (International students)
- Complete essay question(s) in application
Licensure, Certification, And Credentialing
Students who complete the program are eligible to become certified as an Ayurvedic Lifestyle Consultant through the Association of Ayurvedic Professionals of North America (AAPNA).
This certification is offered by a non-governmental body and is not subject to the Department of Education’s new federal regulations regarding licensure and disclosure requirements (34 CFR 668.14(b)(32)).
Continuing education credit may also be available for Yoga Therapists and Yoga Teachers; please inquire.
Program Format
This program is offered in the online format. Click here to view MUIH’s definition of online, hybrid, and on‐campus course and program formats.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program graduates will be able to:
- Create Ayurvedic approaches to promote, build, and maintain functional levels of health and vitality in daily life.
- Present basic Ayurvedic lifestyle and wellness education to the public.
- Apply the principles of Ayurveda to enhance current professional practice with a unique set of assessment and health promotion skills.