A three-year hybrid journey in advanced clinical Ayurveda-join a living lineage of clinical, herbal, and research excellence. Train with world-class Vaidyas in the authentic Kerala tradition, and gain the skills to guide complex cases with confidence and precision.
Advance to the highest level of Ayurvedic training available in the U.S. Students from all schools of Ayurveda are invited to join the Kerala Family, rooted in a multi-generational lineage based in Kerala, India. Our goal is to maintain the authenticity of Ayurveda in the U.S. and equip our graduates with practical toolkits for bringing this ancient science to Western audiences.
The Advanced Ayurvedic Practitioner (AAP) program is offered in a convenient hybrid format with online and hands-on training. Our Academy draws upon an 80-year legacy as an Ayurvedic apothecary in India with a full spectrum of clinical training resources, including a wide network of Vaidyas, production of hundreds of herbal formulations, research and development, hospitals, and award-winning healing retreat centers.
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Candidate for Accreditation by AAC
The Advanced Ayurvedic Practitioner curriculum provides advanced clinical study in the foundations of Ayurvedic theory and practice. The program features a comprehensive curriculum designed to provide the student with in-depth knowledge and understanding of the philosophy, principles, theory, and practical application of Ayurvedic disease management. The course aligns with classical Ayurvedic texts, offering an authentic education in the traditional Vedic system of knowledge, with a perspective from conventional medicine so Advanced Ayurvedic Practitioner graduates may interface with the Western medical community as needed.
At this level, students are taught and trained in clinical assessment with a comparable scope of practice to the level II practitioner. This includes the disease process, the pathways of disease and management protocols in various stages of disease. With guided references to Ayurvedic texts, presentations, case studies, hands-on internship and mentorship, students gain confidence and consistency in thoroughly understanding the etiological factors which contribute to any disease. With this knowledge, they will become skilled independent professionals adept at creating management plans for different stages of disorders.
For more information about the curriculum, please consult the course catalog.
A solid foundation in Western anatomy and physiology is essential for Advanced Ayurvedic Practitioner to integrate ancient wisdom with modern healthcare practices.
*Please note this partner program only accepts US payment forms.
Students enrolling in the AAP program must complete a college-level Anatomy & Physiology course. This ensures you have the necessary biological understanding to apply Ayurvedic principles effectively.
A&P may be taken as a prerequisite (before enrolling) or a co requisite (while enrolled). All coursework must be completed before graduation.
You may complete any accredited A&P program that meets the 6-credit requirement.
A transcript or certificate is required at the time of graduation from the AAP program.
To help students select an appropriate program, we recommend the Anatomy & Physiology programs offered through our partner Ed2Go. These courses are pre-vetted to meet all our academic requirements.
Complete the coursework on your own schedule alongside your Ayurveda studies.
Please email your transcript to Student Support Services for verification: support@keralaayurveda.us
While we recommend Ed2Go for convenience and quality assurance, students are not required to take these specific courses and may choose any accredited institution.
