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 The Kerala Ayurveda Academy (KAA) in partnership with Dancing Shiva invites you to embark on a journey into the world of ayurveda, where you will discover a profound potential for health and well-being offered by a time proven, harmonious and holistic health care system.
Table of Contents
Mission, Purpose & Commitment 3
Program Overview 4
Why Choose Kerala Ayurveda Academy for My Ayurvedic Training? 5
Ayurvedic Wellness Counselor (AWC) Program 5
500 Hour Certification Program 5
Tuition Cost 5
Teaching Format 5
Course Description 6
Recommended Reading 9
Faculty 10
Kerala Ayurveda Academy’s Board of Advisors 11
FAQ’S 12
Application Process 14
Attendance Policy 21
Conduct 21
Suspension and Dismissal Policy 21
Leave of Absence 21
Student Complaint Procedure 22
Graduation Requirements 22
Acknowledgment & Understanding 22
Kerala Ayurveda Academy
Main Headquarters
561 Pilgrim Drive, Suite B
Foster City, CA 94404
Ph: (650) 341-8400
F: (650) 341-8449
www.ayurvedaacademy.com
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National Academy Director
Dr. Jay Apte, BAMS, MS
Mission, Purpose & Commitment
Our mission: To integrate traditional Ayurvedic wisdom and healing with scientific research.
Our purpose: To serve as an authentic source of Ayurvedic education, research and community health care.
Our commitment: To bring the highest caliber of academic excellence to the US and abroad.
Welcome to Kerala Ayurveda
The Kerala Ayurveda Academy (KAA) invites you to embark on a journey into the world of Ayurveda, where you will discover a profound potential for health and well-being offered by a time-proven, harmonious and holistic healthcare system.
Healthcare in the United States is changing. Health science has evolved to encompass our beliefs, our emotions, our behavior, our thoughts, our family and cultural systems, as well as the environmental context in which we live. All of these elements are relevant to our health. Ayurveda is a 5000 year old Indian system of healing that encompasses these aspects while offering solutions to achieve harmony at the level of Body, Mind and Spirit. Join us and get involved in this pioneering work that is transforming and reshaping our healthcare industry to a newer model of holistic health care for the 21st century.
Kerala Ayurveda Academy is committed to offering the highest quality of education and services to our students so that they become the finest Ayurvedic health practitioners and educators for the future. Our aim is to maintain the authenticity of Ayurveda in the United States.
The KAA curriculum is based on an Ayurvedic educational curriculum from Indian universities and is very academically challenging. Students will find studying at KAA intellectually stimulating and competitive. The programs encompass all fields of Ayurveda including Ayurvedic philosophy, herbology, psychology, Ayurvedic Dosha imbalance management, research, clinical practice, and clinical application.
We have assembled the most qualified and experienced faculty to teach Ayurvedic principles. Most faculty members have Ayurvedic degrees from prestigious universities in India and 15 to 30 years of clinical experience, so, feel assured that you will receive an authentic Ayurvedic education. The program coordinators at each location are also very supportive and eager to assist students in any way they can.
We congratulate you on your decision to become part of an inner circle of Ayurvedic practitioners who promote healing, wellbeing and wellness.
Dr. Jay Apte
Director, Kerala Ayurveda Academy Dr. Suhas Kshirsagar
Executive Director, Kerala Ayurveda US Dr. Thomas Yarema
Director, Kerala Ayurveda US Clinics
Program Overview
Kerala Ayurveda Academy
invites you on a great life adventure. . .
Kerala Ayurveda Academy represents the integration of several national Ayurvedic Institutions, including the Ayurveda Institute of America (AIA), the Aloha Ayurveda Academy (AAA) and the AYU Ayurvedic Academy. It is the first institute in the US to provide authentic Ayurvedic programs throughout the country. We currently offer programs in San Francisco, CA, Foster City, CA, Aptos CA, Los Angeles, CA, and Seattle, WA and are awaiting approval for locations in Austin, TX, New York, NY, Chicago, IL and Phoenix, AZ.
Ayurveda, the wisdom (Veda) of life (Ayu), is a part of the world's oldest Vedic spiritual system. According to Ayurveda, harmony at the level of the Body, Mind and Spirit is true health. Ayurveda emphasizes a focus on the individual rather than a disease. The concept of body constitution distinguishes Ayurveda from many other healing sciences. Knowledge of Ayurvedic science in today’s world is essential. Conventional medicine has its strength in disease management and treatment. Ayurvedic science is aimed at the preservation of health and prevention of disease by establishing balance and harmony through nutrition, herbs, meditation, and daily routines. Conventional medicine is a science that takes care of the physical body and its systems. Ayurvedic science provides knowledge to unfold the reality beyond the physical body and achieve harmony of Body, Mind and Spirit. The World Health Organization recognizes Ayurveda as a complete natural health care system.
This is the perfect time for Ayurvedic graduates. They have a unique opportunity in this day and age to create very successful careers. Licensed health care practitioners can utilize their Ayurvedic knowledge to enhance their current practice. Massage therapists and body workers can open Panchakarma centers. Students interested in health and beauty might start Ayurvedic spa, beauty centers, or wellness centers. Freelance writers may start Ayurvedic publications. Research savvy students may get involved in Ayurvedic research projects. The Office of Alternative Medicine funds many research projects in holistic health care. Business entrepreneurs might develop Ayurvedic herbal products, food packages, or even Ayurvedic cosmetics. Students in academics may get into teaching or may want to deepen their education, pursuing more in-depth studies. It is really up to the graduating student to invent or discover new avenues. KAA offers advanced classes to further their education and also offers programs at our Kerala Ayurveda Academic Facilities in Cochin and Bangalore, India.
Why Choose Kerala Ayurveda Academy for My Ayurvedic Training?
Authenticity → We offer the highest level of Ayurvedic training outside of India.
Comprehensiveness → Includes course manuals, lectures, practical workshops, and clinical internship.
Leading Experts → Several of the world’s leading academicians and physicians.
Convenience → One 2-day weekend per month for 11 months (for AWC program)
Take Pride in Knowing…
→ You are part of a globally recognized and highly respected Ayurvedic lineage which is experiencing spectacular growth in the West…
→ Kerala Ayurveda Academy is backed by hospitals, clinics, acad¬emies and spas throughout Southern India…
→ Kerala Ayurveda Academy was founded to support the Asha Foundation in India, an organization dedicated to the service of child welfare and rehabilitative assistance, especially in the areas of autism and cerebral palsy…
→ A third of all Kerala Ayurveda profits will fund this and other global operations aimed at spreading the healing message of Ayurveda…
Ayurvedic Wellness Counselor (AWC) Program
500 Hour Certification Program
The Ayurvedic Wellness Counselor (AWC) Program is based on the first goal of Ayurveda—Swasthasya Swasthya Rakshanam, which means to preserve the health of a healthy person. Students will gain the tools necessary to restore and preserve health and prevent disease. These tools include a comprehensive nutritional education (Ahara), daily routines and practices to maximize health (Vihar) and a clear understanding of the mind and thought processes (Vichara) and their relationship to well-being.
Tuition Cost
The tuition for the Ayurvedic Wellness Counselor program is $5,000. Please see our Enrollment Agreement for flexible tuition plans.
Course Description
KAA 101 – The Essence of Ayurveda (Tarka Sankhya and Sharir) 20 hours
Begin your Ayurvedic Wellness Counselor education with an introduction to the 5,000 year-old history and philosophy of Ayurveda. Topics will include:
1. The three universal energies and five elements (Doshas and Mahabhutas) and their importance in health and wellness.
2. The key to health and the twenty foundational qualities of life (Gunas).
3. The concepts of physiological disposition (Prakruti), imbalance (Vikruti) and Dynamic Balance.
4. The fundamental tenets of an effective Ayurvedic health program.
5. The universe and humanity’s place within it: An Ayurvedic view.
6. The cosmology of the soul.
7. A comprehensive introduction to basic Ayurvedic concepts: Doshas, Dhatus, Malas, Marmas, Asthis, Sandhis and Srotas.
KAA 102 – Ayurvedic Physiology (Dosha Dhatu Mala Vidnyan) 20 hours
Ayurvedic Physiology is designed to describe the subtle energies and foundational structures of the human body. Topics will include:
1. The fifteen subtle energies of the body (Subdoshas), their primary and secondary locations and their importance in health.
2. The seven physical structures (Dhatus) and their relation to the digestive process.
3. The sixteen bodily channels (Srotas) and how to keep them clear.
4. The definition of life.
5. The essence of life that is responsible for vigor and youthfulness (Ojas), as well as how it is regenerated and preserved.
KAA 103 – Ayurvedic Psychology (Manasa Shastra) 20 hours
Ayurvedic Psychology offers a fascinating look into the psychology of the human being from a cosmological and energetic perspective. Topics will include:
1. The layers of illusion that mask our full human experience.
2. The psychological energies (subtle Doshas), their function, location and origin.
3. Kundalini energy and the mechanics of vital living.
4. The chakras, their importance and how to keep them healthy.
5. The nature and aspects of the mind and how it functions and operates.
6. The physical energy centers (Marmas) and their role in health and disease.
7. How the three Gunas govern the mind and emotions.
8. Meditation, Pranayama (breathing techniques).
KAA 104 – Ayurvedic Nutrition & Cooking (Ahara Vigyan) 20 hours
Ayurvedic Nutrition & Cooking places an emphasis on foods that ground the soul, nourish the body and delight the senses. Topics will include:
1. Cooking for the five senses and six tastes.
2. Tools and techniques for maximum nutrient absorption.
3. The mechanics of satiation and its relationship to the tastes and senses.
4. When, where, what and how to eat.
5. Preparing simple, nutritious and sensually-gratifying meals.
6. The definition of health.
7. The importance of digestion and how to maintain a balanced digestive system.
8. Chaturvidha Ahara, Shatrasas, Ahara Vidhi Vishesha and the Guna Karma of spices and Ayurvedic cooking.
KAA 105 – Ayurvedic Prevention Science (Swastha Vritta) 20 hours
Ayurvedic Preventive Science provides a comprehensive blueprint for daily and seasonal living to maintain optimal health, year-round.
1. Daily Routines to maintain balance and maximize effectiveness.
2. Seasonal Routines to maintain health, prevent allergies and seasonal infections.
3. How to stay healthy year-round: The surprisingly simple key to a strong immune system.
4. How a modification or change in your daily routine according to season will impact your health.
KAA 106 – Ayurvedic Herbology (Dravya Guna Shastra) and Midterm Examination 20 hours
Ayurvedic Herbology marks the halfway mark in your Ayurvedic Wellness Counselor education and your midterm examination. This detailed class will introduce the concepts of herbal energetics and how to identify the healing properties of household herbs. Special emphasis will be placed on over twenty different Ayurvedic herbs such as Amla, Brahmi, Neem and Shatavari. Topics will include:
1. Herbs to boost the immune system, delay aging and improve the quality of life.
2. Comprehensive analysis of taste, potency, post-digestive effect and what they mean for your health.
3. How to maximize the absorption of particular herbs and medicines.
4. Preparing and administering specialized herbs and herbal concoctions.
5. Popular formulations and recipes.
6. Over twenty detailed descriptions of Ayurvedic herbs, energetics and uses.
KAA 107 – Yoga Therapy (Yoga Vigyan) 20 hours
Yoga Therapy will focus on Ashtanga and Therapeutic Yoga designed for the individual. Topics will include:
1. A detailed understanding of the eight limbs of yoga.
2. The postures you should or shouldn’t be doing, depending on your Prakriti and Vikruti.
3. Simple postures to increase blood flow and immunity.
4. Yoga Asanas for the various systems and organs of the body.
5. How Yoga and Ayurveda combined can create the foundation for a transformed experience of living.
6. How to maximize the effects of Yoga.
7. Yoga and Ayurveda to deepen your spiritual practice.
8. Pranayama and meditation techniques.
KAA 108 – Introduction to Ayurvedic Bodywork 20 hours
Introduction to Ayurvedic Bodywork will focus on hands-on techniques to promote cellular healing and regeneration. Topics will include:
1. Daily therapies to promote healing and wellness.
2. Simple therapies that have an anti-aging effect, improve digestive absorption, calm the mind and improve sleep.
3. Concoctions and treatments to improve skin tone and luster and soothe the nervous system.
4. A hands-on introduction to Snehana, Swedana, Shirodhara, Padabhayanga, Shiroabhyanga, Kati basti, Lepas, Udvartana and Soundarya shringar.
KAA 109 – Introduction to Vedic Astrology (Jyotish) 20 hours
Introduction to Vedic Astrology will provide a simple framework for this fascinating “Science of Light” (Jyotish), considered to be the foundation for all modern systems of astrological theory. Topics will include:
1. An introduction to basic chart analysis including sample charts.
2. The planets, signs, houses, planetary aspects, transits (gochara), and periods (dasas) and what they mean.
3. Medical astrology and the effects of the planets on specific systems of the body.
4. How to analyze your blueprint for life and identify your strengths and challenges.
5. Gems, aromas, mantras and daily practices believed to counterbalance difficult aspects and configurations.
KAA 110 – Disease Pathology and Management (Roga Nidan and Kaya Chikitsa) 20 hours
Disease Pathology and Management will describe how diseases form and how to prevent their progression. Topics will include:
1. The Ayurvedic energies and structures (Dosha, Dhatu, Mala) and their role in the disease process.
2. Simple ways to identify warning signs long before they become full-blown symptoms.
3. How to analyze the various systems and structures of the body and identify potential warning signs: Tongue, pulse and mala diagnosis.
4. Tools and techniques including simple herbal treatments and dietary & lifestyle changes to restore and maintain equilibrium.
5. In-depth examination of case studies.
KAA 111 – Review, Clinical Management, Final Examination 20 hours
Review and Clinical Management will take a final look at the prior ten months in a summarized review, and investigate Ayurveda’s application in modern times. Students will be guided on how to build and sustain a clinical practice and how the science of Ayurveda applies to the business model. Topics will include:
1. The structure of state and national practice regulations and the state of Ayurvedic affairs in the United States.
2. The future of Ayurveda in the United States.
3. Tools, tips and spreadsheets to help you run your business.
4. How to build and sustain your Ayurvedic practice.
5. How other graduates did it and what they learned from the experience.
6. An opportunity for students to speak with graduates and ask questions of faculty with several years experience running successful Ayurvedic practices.
Total Hours for the AWC Program
Classroom Study 220 hours
Four Electives 80 hours
Special Projects
Two 10-page papers on special topics 100 hours
Home Study Guide 100 hours
Total 500 hours
Recommended Reading
The following is the list of books for additional reading. These books are beneficial but not mandatory.
Frawley, Dr. David Yoga and Ayurveda; Ayurveda and the Mind; The Yoga of Herbs
Joshi, Dr. Sunil Ayurveda and Panchakarma
Lad, Dr. Vasant Secrets of the Pulse; Textbook of Ayurveda (Two volumes)
Lele, Dr. Avinash Secrets of Marma; Panchakarma and Ayurvedic Massage
Ranade, Dr. Subhash Health and Disease in Ayurveda and Yoga; Natural healing through Ayurveda
Svoboda, Dr. Robert Prakriti: Your Ayurvedic Constitution
Apte, Dr. Jay Delicious and Healthy - Cuisine of Ayurveda
Yarema, Dr. Thomas Eat-Taste-Heal: An Ayurvedic Cookbook for Modern Living
Faculty
The goal of Kerala Ayurveda Academy is to offer authentic Ayurvedic courses by experienced Ayurvedic Doctors. Many of our faculty members are established Ayurvedic physicians who have received degrees from renowned Universities in India – the “Holy Land” of Ayurveda – and have more than 15 years of experience in Ayurvedic practice and teaching. They are eager to share and hand over this ancient wisdom to our enthusiastic students.
Dr. Vaijayanti (Jay) Apte, BAMS, MS
Dr. Apte is the Director of Kerala Ayurveda Academy. She holds an integrated BAMS degree in Ayurvedic and Allopathic (conventional) medicine from the University of Poona, India (1973), and an MS degree in Biomedical Sciences (Pharmacology) from the University of North Texas (1991). Dr. Apte has more than 30 years of experience in Ayurvedic practices and teaching. In 1997, she founded the Ayurveda Institute of America to offer the best quality education in the United States. Now, the Ayurveda Institute has merged into Kerala Ayurveda Academy. She is a past president of the CAAM and is on the NAMA board of directors.
Dr. Rucha Kelkar, BAMS, M.PT
Dr. Rucha Kelkar is the director of Ayurbliss™ – Ayurveda Wellness for Mind, Body and Spiritual Health – based in Orange County, CA. She is a dedicated and classically trained Ayurvedic practitioner, educator and lecturer and recently completed her Masters in Physical Therapy. She has taught many workshops on Ayurveda, conducted seminars and has been a speaker at the NAMA Conference on multiple occasions. She has also written articles on Ayurveda for various magazines. Rucha received her graduate degree in Ayurveda from the University of Pune, India.
Dr. Suhas Kshirsagar, BAMS, MD (Ayurveda)
Dr. Suhas Kshirsagar is the Executive Director of Kerala Ayurveda US as well as an accomplished Ayurvedic doctor. He was a research associate with the Indian Ayurvedic pharmaceutical company Ayurveda Rasashala, Chairperson of the Department of Medicine at the Maharishi College of Vedic Medicine in Albuquerque from1999 to 2001 and medical director and assistant professor at the Maharishi University of Management in Fairfield, Iowa from 2001 to 2002. He has published research articles and given lectures on Radio and TV in many countries. He has extensive clinical experience in Ayurvedic therapies and Panchakarma.
Mamta Landerman, CAS, PKS
Mamta Landerman is a Clinical Ayurveda and Panchakarma Specialist. She is the Founding President of the California Association of Ayurvedic Medicine (CAAM) and served on the Board. She produced three Ayurveda International Symposii at U.C. Berkeley, bringing together the various lineages of Ayurveda in the U.S. She also founded the Deva Center for Ayurveda and Panchakarma in California and had her own Natural Foods Company, growing organic herbs and creating award winning natural foods products. A clairvoyant and mother of two grown sons, she has been practicing and teaching transformational work for the last 26 years.
Dr. Yashashree (Yash) Mannur, BAMS
Dr. Yash Mannur is an Ayurvedic Doctor who graduated from Poona University in 1996 with a degree in Sanskrit. She is an expert in Panchakarma and had her own private practice before coming to the US. She was instrumental in the success of Dr. Apte’s Ayurveda Institute of America, now Kerala Ayurveda. Dr. Yash is an expert in Ayurvedic cooking and offers classes for students and interested parties.
Yatrika Shah-Rais, MS, DAS
Dr. Yatrika Shah-Rais is a practitioner of the predictive art of Vedic astrology who has studied under the guidance of Chakrapani Ullal, Ernst Wilhelm, Robert Koch and lunar astrology expert Chandra Shankar. She has been a student and practitioner of Hinduism for a number of years with the late Subramuniyaswami, one of the most important teachers of Vedic studies. She is a certified practitioner of Ayurveda
Mas Vidal, BA
Mas Vidal is a director of the Dancing Shiva Yoga and Ayurveda institute in Los Angeles. He studied under the tutelage of Ayurveda’s pioneer in the west, Dr. David Frawley at the American Institute of Vedic Studies. He was a competitive athlete and achieved great merits in sports as Mr. Florida at the age of nineteen. Mas was attracted to Ayurvedic Philosophy and Yoga in 1990 and began practicing and teaching. As a teacher and speaker, Mas continues the expansion of Vedic Yoga throughout US. He also conducts classes and lectures at conferences and many affiliated centers through out the states, Mexico and India.
Dr. Thomas R. Yarema, MD, LAc, Director of Clinical Operations, US
Dr. Thomas Yarema has passionately committed to bridge the best of all systems of medicine - East & West, Conventional & Non-Conventional, and Scientific & Intuitive. He is Board Certified in Emergency Medicine, a Clinical Research Counselor in Bio-Energetics, and an Educator to both enthusiasts and medical professionals. His professional tools consist of conventional Allopathic Medicine, Ayurveda, Traditional Oriental Medicine and Acupuncture, Immune Stimulation, and Chelation Therapy. He founded the Kauai Center for Holistic Medicine and Research in 1997. Dr. Yarema is co-author of the book Eat, Taste, Heal: An Ayurvedic Cookbook for Modern Living.
Kerala Ayurveda Academy’s Board of Advisors
Dr. K. Anil Kumar, BAMS, Director and Founder
Dr. K. Anil Kumar, Executive Director of Kerala Ayurveda Ltd is now the elected member of the Central Council of Indian Medicine (CCIM) – the Apex Body of the Government of India for the Indian System of Medicine. He was the President of the Ayurvedic Medical Association of India and is a former Joint Secretary of the Ayurvedic Drug Manufacturers’ Association of India. He is currently Executive Member of the Ayurvedic Medicine Manufacturers Organization of India.
Dr. Subhash Ranade, BAMS, MSc, PhD, FNAIM, FISCA
Dr. Subhash Ranade is the Chairman of the International Academy of Ayurveda in Pune, India and is the Executive Professor and Head of the Department of Ayurveda in Pune University as well as Executive Principal of Ashtanga Ayurvedic Medical College. He is internationally recognized as an Ayurvedic physician, having lectured extensively in various Institutes in Germany, Spain and other centers in Europe and the US. He has written over 100 books and has developed and conducted Ayurvedic courses all over the world. Dr. Ranade is working as the consulting editor on various journals of Ayurveda in India and abroad.
Dr. Thomas R. Yarema, MD, LAc, Director of Clinical Operations, US
See AWC Faculty description.
FAQ’S
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How much do your programs cost?
The entire tuition for the AWC program is $5000.00 (not including interest and/or application fee).
2. Is it legal to practice Ayurveda in all fifty states?
A bill has been passed in five states (California, Minnesota, Oklahoma, Idaho, and Rhode Island) to allow the practice of alternative medicine, which includes Ayurveda. Currently, Iowa and New Mexico are working on passing the bill. The National Ayurvedic Medical Association (NAMA) is working on getting Ayurveda licensed in the United States.
3. Does each state regulate the practice of Ayurvedic sciences?
→ No.
→ Ayurvedic practitioners are not licensed in the United States, and its practice is not regulated by state or federal agencies. Standards of competency are set by individual schools that have received state approval. Ayurvedic practi¬tioners in the United States are taught how to practice legal¬ly within a limited scope of practice so they are not viewed as practicing medicine without a license. We might say that Ayurveda’s current status in the US is analogous to the Chi¬nese medical profession during its early years in the 1970s. While each state does not regulate the practice of Ayurvedic medicine itself, some aspects of Ayurvedic practice may fall within the scope of professions that are regulated. Students and graduates of the academy should be careful not to al¬low their practice to overlap one of those regulated profes¬sions unless they are licensed in that particular profession. Please contact your local state representative for more infor¬mation about regulations in your area.
4. Can I practice Ayurveda outside of the state where I receive my certification?
Yes, Ayurveda is currently practiced all over the United States.
→ While none of the US states currently have Ayurvedic practitioners or physicians as primary care physicians, many of these well-trained professionals utilize their education and skills in combination with other health care related cre¬dentials.
→ Yoga Instructors, Massage Therapists, Registered Nurses, Nutritionists/Dietitians, Acupuncturists, Chiropractors, Med¬ical Doctors and other health care professionals are recog¬nizing and utilizing the benefits of educational training in Ayurveda.
→ NAMA is currently working on developing educational standards, scope of practice, and related materials to sup¬port future licensing initiatives throughout the US.
→ While many Academy graduates use their Ayurvedic ed¬ucation to enhance preexisting professional careers, Kerala Ayurveda Academy currently does not offer placement as¬sistance.
5. Is there an Ayurvedic association which links other practitioners and students together?
Yes, there is the National Ayurvedic Medical Association (NAMA) and the California Association of Ayurvedic Medi¬cine (CAAM).
6. Is there an alumni association? Can I contact previous students?
Yes, we can provide you with the contact information of several students for you to talk to.
7. I’m not a health care professional; Can I still earn a diploma and practice Ayurvedic medicine?
Sure you can. The primary prerequisite for the program is a passion for Ayurveda. KAA welcomes students with a bachelor’s degree in any field. The minimum admission require¬ment is a high school diploma with college level courses in English, Basic Anatomy and Physiology. If you have not tak¬en Anatomy and Physiology, you can finish the requirement within six (6) months of your start date. Kerala Ayurveda also offers an Anatomy & Physiology course elective. Inquire with your local academy administrator for more information.
8. How many of your graduates practice Ayurvedic medicine?
There are different ways students utilize their Ayurvedic education. Many of the students incorporate Ayurvedic knowledge in their current practice as physicians, nurses or massage therapists. Others start a career manufacturing and selling various Ayurvedic products, while others start a health counseling practice.
Studying Ayurveda is very different than studying math¬ematics, accounting, or computers. You will learn about life studying Ayurveda. So your actual studying will happen during the day, when you are interacting with other people. If you read the text material for an hour to an hour and a half every morning (early morning – ideally) you will do well in the course. What you read in the morning, you will experi¬ence during the day. Observing other people and interact¬ing with them is the way you will learn true Ayurveda.
9. Are there monthly tests? I feel very anxious about taking tests.
You should not feel anxious about tests at all. They are for you (and us) to know what you have learned and what you didn’t so we can keep you up to speed. We want to make sure our students understand all the Ayurvedic concepts clearly. Ayurveda is about human health, so a clear under¬standing is vital.
10. I will be traveling from out of town to attend classes, is there housing assistance available?
There are a few hotels near the campuses where students can book a room for the weekend. In the past, some students have made good friends with classmates and stayed with them on those weekends.
11. When can I visit the school? Do you have open houses or visitor’s events?
We arrange an open house beginning two – three months before classes begin. We also allow our prospective students to sit in with the current class, so that they get a feel of the classroom setting and the topic. With a prior appointment, students are welcome to visit the academy and talk to the program coordinator. We are here to assist our students in any way we can.
12. After I graduate is there career planning and placement? How much can I expect to earn?
KAA posts job openings as they become available on the student services bulletin board. KAA will do its best to help graduates to get into practice or a related career. Salaries vary greatly.
13. Administrative Office and Contact Information
For additional questions, please contact our Academy Director. She is usually available to answer student questions M-F, 9-6 PST at 650-341-8400. The Academy headquarters is located at 561 Pilgrim Drive, Suite B, Foster City, CA 94404.
14. Ownership
Kerala Ayurveda Academy is run by Ayurvedic Academy Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Kerala Ayurveda Limited, Athani, Aluva Post, Kerala, India 683585. Kerala Ayurveda Limited is a pioneer in Ayurvedic medicine and operates herbal plantations, medical centers, manufacturing facili¬ties, Ayurvedic academies, and the Ayurvedic Resort. Ker¬ala Ayurveda Academy Inc.’s Board of Directors includes Ramesh Vangal, Ronald George Pearce and Katarzyna Zimple Vangal.
Application Process
How to Enroll
1. Complete the application form. Be sure to sign and/or initial each page of the application agreement.
2. Complete the application essay in 500 words or less.
a. The aspect of Ayurveda that attracts me the most is…
3. Send signed application, essay and payment to:
Kerala Ayurveda Academy
561 Pilgrim Drive, Suite B
Foster City, CA 94404
(650) 341 – 8400 (P)
(888) 3 – KERALA (Toll Free)
(650) 341 – 8449 (F)
See the Academy Enrollment Agreement and/or Application form for more information.
Please initial each page as you proceed.
Applicant Information
Full Name:
Last First M.I.
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Address: Street Address Apartment/Unit #
City State ZIP Code
Permanent
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City State ZIP Code
Home: ( ) Cell: ( )
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SSN: Date of Birth:
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Payment Plan: Monthly Quarterly Payment in Full Other (Please see Academy Administrator)
Program Information
Program: Ayurvedic Wellness Counselor Start Date: See Schedule (Varies)
Program Duration: 500 hours (Specified in clock hours)
Education
School Major Degree/Diploma Year Graduated
Your Initials
Work Experience
Work Experience Location Dates
Essay
In 500 words or less, please complete the following:
The aspect of Ayurveda that attracts me the most…
Your Initials
The Ayurvedic Wellness Counselor Program Agreement
This agreement is a legally binding instrument when signed by the student and accepted by the school. Your signature on this agreement acknowledges that you have been given reasonable time to read and understand it and that you have been given:
a) A written statement of the refund policy including examples of how it applies and
b) A catalog including a description of the course or educational service, including all the material facts concerning the school and the program or course of instructions which are likely to affect your decision to enroll.
A total of 500 hours (includes classroom hours, home study and special projects) are required to complete the AWC course.
The breakdown is as follows:
AWC Course Breakdown
Classroom Study 220 hours
Four Electives 80 hours
Special Projects
Two 10-page papers on special topics 100 hours
Home Study Guide 100 hours
Total 500 hours
Immediately upon signing this agreement, you will be given a copy to retain.
KAA accepts a limited number of students in each class
(Approximately 25 – 30 students)
→ Prerequisites for the Ayurvedic Wellness Counselor (AWC) Program
A High School Diploma and a few college level courses in English and Basic Anatomy & Physiology.
KAA welcomes students with BS degrees in any field or Certified/Licensed Practitioners in a health-related field including Massage Therapy, Chiropractic, Nursing, Naturopathy and Allopathic Medicine, etc.
Please Note: Basic Anatomy and Physiology are a prerequisite for this program. If students have not already taken these classes, they must do so before their sixth month of class. KAA may or may not arrange to offer these courses. Please discuss with your local Program Coordinator.
Your Initials
Phoenix, Spring 2008 – 09 Schedule
Module Subject Los Angeles Foster City
KAA 101 Essence of Ayurveda (Tarka Sankhya and Sharir) Mar 21 – 22, 09 Mar 28 – 29, 09
KAA 102 Ayurvedic Physiology (Dosha Dhatu Mala Vidnyan) Apr 18 – 19, 09 Apr 25 – 26, 09
KAA 103 Ayurvedic Psychology (Manasa Shastra) May 16 – 17, 09 May 23 – 24, 09
KAA 104 Ayurvedic Nutrition & Cooking (Ahara Vigyan) Jun 20 – 21, 09 Jun 27 – 28, 09
KAA 105 Ayurvedic Preventive Science (Swastha Vritta) Jul 18 – 19, 09 Jul 25 – 26, 09
KAA 106 Ayurvedic Herbology (Dravya Guna Shastra) Aug 15 – 16, 09 Aug 22 – 23, 09
KAA 107 Yoga Therapy (Yoga Vigyan) Sep 19 – 20, 09 Sep 26 – 27, 09
KAA 108 Introduction to Ayurvedic Bodywork (Panchakarma) Oct 17 – 18, 09 Oct 24 – 25, 09
KAA 109 Introduction to Vedic Astrology (Jyotish) Nov 21 – 22, 09 Nov 28 – 29, 09
KAA 110 Management of Dosha Imbalances (Chikitsa) Jan 16 – 17, 10 Jan 23 – 24, 10
KAA 111 Practice Management and Review Feb 20 – 21, 10 Feb 27 – 28, 10
Daily Schedule
Time Saturday, Sunday
8:00 am to 10:00 am Class Material
10:15 am to 12:00 pm Class Material
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm Lunch
1:00 pm to 2:30 pm Test or Practical Classroom
2:45 pm to 4:15 pm Class Material
4:30 pm to 6:00pm Class Material
Examinations & Graduation
Monthly Tests Saturday afternoon of each class
Midterm Examination Saturday afternoon of 6th class
Final Examination Sunday morning of the last class
Graduation To be announced
→ Each month there will be a test on the material taught during the previous month. A mid-term examination covering all the materials from classes completed up to that point will also be given.
→ A comprehensive examination will be given at the end of the school year and will cover materials from all the courses taught during the school year. All the tests and examinations are mandatory.
→ Students will be able to make up the test at a later time only on special occasions (The grade point average will be reduced by 10%). The passing grades will be minimum 70%.
Tuition and Fees
Tuition
Registration Fee $100 Due at the time of application.
Donated to the Asha Foundation™
Tuition $5,000 Please see refund policy.
Total $5,100 Varies with payment plan.
Other Fees
Late Payment Fee (for installment payments) $15
Returned Check Fee $25
Lost Manual replacement $25
Notarized Copy of Documents $25
Payment Plans
Payment Plan Cost First Payment Due # of Payments Registration Fee Total Cost
Monthly $500 September 1 11 $100 $5,600
Quarterly $1,300 September 1 4 $100 $5,300
Tuition in Full $5,000 Upon Enrollment 1 $100 $5,100
Monthly and quarterly payments are due before the 5th of the month. A $15 late charge will apply to all payments made after the 5th. Kerala Ayurveda Academy does not offer state or federal financial aid, educational loans or tuition scholarships or discounts to students at this time.
Refund and Cancellation Policy
Use this address:
Kerala Ayurveda Academy
Attn: Program Coordinator
561 Pilgrim Drive, Suite B
Foster City, CA 94404
The Student’s Right to Cancel
The student has a right to cancel the enrollment agreement and obtain a refund. A written notice from the student, about the cancellation is required and should be sent to the address on the right. For specifics related to your refund, refer to the refund table shown below.
Three-Day Cancellation: An applicant who provides written notice of cancellation within three days (excluding Saturday, Sunday and federal and state holidays) of signing an enrollment agreement is entitled to a refund of all tuition paid. No later than 30 days of receiving the notice of cancellation, the school shall provide a 100% refund of tuition paid.
Other Cancellations: An applicant requesting cancellation more than three days after signing an enrollment agreement and making an initial payment, but prior to entering the school, is entitled to a refund of all monies paid (minus a administrative/registration fee of $100).
Rejection: An applicant rejected by the school is entitled to a refund of all monies paid (application fee is nonrefundable).
Termination Policy
1. If the course is terminated after the student begins classes, the Academy may retain a percentage of the total tuition as described in the table below.
2. The official date of termination of a student shall be the last date of recorded attendance when withdrawal occurs in any of the following manners:
a. When the student is terminated for a violation of a published Academy policy which provides for termination; or,
b. When a student, without notice, either fails to attend classes or check out course videos for thirty (30) calendar days.
3. A student will be determined to be withdrawn from the institution if the student has not attended any class for three consecutive class weekends. He/she will be notified by telephone after two missed weekends and their termination will be drafted after the third weekend.
4. For a student who is on authorized Leave of Absence, the withdrawal date is the date the student was scheduled to return from Leave and failed to do so.
% of the clock hours attempted: Tuition refund amount:
10% or less At least 90%
More than 10% and less than or equal to 20% At least 80%
More than 20% and less than or equal to 30% At least 70%
More than 30% and less than or equal to 40% At least 60%
More than 40% and less than or equal to 50% At least 50%
More than 50% No refund is required
Refund Policy
1. Tuition charges/refunds:
a. Before the beginning of classes, the student is entitled to a refund of 100% of the tuition (less the registration fee, not to exceed $100)
b. After the commencement of classes, the tuition refund (less the registration fee, not to exceed $100) amount shall be determined as illustrated in the table above.
c. All refunds will be issued within thirty days of the determination of the withdrawal date.
The percentage of the classroom hours attempted is determined by dividing the total number of classroom hours elapsed from the student’s start date to the student’s last day of attendance, by the total number of classroom hours in the program.
Books, supplies and fees: Identify what if any of these costs as specified on the enrollment agreement are refundable and under what terms and conditions.
Refunds will be issued within 30 days of the date of student notification, or date of school determination (withdrawn due to absences or other criteria as specified in the school catalog), or in the case of a student not returning from an authorized Leave of Absence (LOA), within 30 days of the date the student was scheduled to return from the LOA and did not return.
Holder in Due Course Statement:
Any holder of this consumer credit contract is subject to all claims and defenses which the debtor could assert against the seller of goods or services obtained pursuant hereto or with the proceeds, hereof recovery hereunder by the debtor shall not exceed amounts paid by the debtor.
Attendance Policy
Attendance: Students will be allowed to miss one weekend, and will be responsible for the material taught.
Tardiness: Students are expected to be on time for all class sessions. After second prolonged absenteeism, student/s will receive a warning. In case of repeated absenteeism without prior notification, those students will be suspended till the following year.
Conduct
At KAA, programs are directed toward professional training. The students shall obey the law, show respect to others and observe correct standards of conduct.
Suspension and Dismissal Policy
There are disciplinary guidelines to provide an environment to learn and grow independently, which give students rights and responsibilities.
1. Any behavior disruptive to other students or the smooth running of the class will not be allowed.
2. Students will have to pay the tuitions on time.
3. Students have to maintain a passing grade of 70%.
At first incidence, warning will be given. At the second incidence the student will be suspended for the entire weekend. Student will be readmitted after suspended weekend. If the behavior persists, the student will be dismissed from the program.
Leave of Absence
Students can take leave of absence for up to one (1) year with written permission from Dr. Jay Apte, the Academy Director. She may be contacted at (650) 341-8400 or by mail at 561 Pilgrim Drive, Suite B, Foster City, CA 94404. The student may resume classes the following year at the level where he/she took leave.
Unless prior arrangements are done with the school about the payment, student is obligated to pay the tuitions as per plan.
Student Complaint Procedure
In case a student has any complaint, he/she may contact Dr. Jay Apte, Director of the Kerala Ayurveda Academy, at 561 Pilgrim Dr. Ste B, Foster City, CA 94404 or by phone at (650) 341-8400.
Graduation Requirements
→ A student should pass all tests with at least 70% grade points
→ A student should attend at least 90% of classes
→ A student should have paid all the tuitions for the program
Acknowledgment & Understanding
The Student Understands:
1. The School does not accept credit for previous education, training, work experience (experimental learning), or CLEP.
2. The School does not guarantee job placement to graduates upon program/course completion or upon graduation.
3. The School reserves the right to reschedule the program start date when the number of students scheduled is too small.
4. The School will not be responsible for any statement of policy or procedure that does not appear in the School catalog.
5. The School reserves the right to discontinue the student’s training for unsatisfactory progress, nonpayment of tuition or failure to abide by School rules
6. Information concerning other Schools that may accept the School’s credits toward their programs can be obtained by contacting the office of the President. It should not be assumed that any programs described in the School catalog could be transferred to another institution. The School does not guarantee the transferability of credits to a college, university or institution. Any decision on the comparability, appropriateness and applicability of credits and whether they should be accepted is the decision of the receiving institution.
7. This document does not constitute a binding agreement until accepted in writing by all parties.
The Student Acknowledges:
1. I hereby acknowledge receipt of the School’s catalog dated___ __________, which contains information describing programs offered, and equipment/supplies provided. The School’s ______ catalog is included as a part of this enrollment agreement, and I acknowledge that I have received a copy of this catalog.
______ Student initials
2. Also, I have carefully read and received an exact copy of this enrollment agreement.
______ Student initials
3. I understand that the School may terminate my enrollment if I fail to comply with attendance, academic and financial requirement or if I disrupt the normal activities of the School. While enrolled in the School. I understand that I must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress as described in the School catalog and that my financial obligation to the School must be paid in full before a certificate may be awarded.
______ Student initials
4. I also understand that this institution does not guarantee job placement to graduates upon program/course completion or upon graduation.
______Student’s initials
Contract Acceptance:
I, the undersigned, have read and understand this agreement and acknowledge receipt of a copy. It is further understood and agreed that this agreement supersedes all prior or contemporaneous verbal or written agreements and may not be modified without the written agreement of the student and the School Official. I also understand that if I default upon this agreement I will be responsible for payment of any collection fees or attorney fees incurred by Kerala Ayurveda Academy.
I certify that I have the ability to finance my education. The understand that the amount for all fees, charges, and services the student is obligated to pay for AWC course is $5,100 and this number may be greater if they choose to make installment payments (please refer to the Tuition & Fees portion of this application). My signature below certifies that I have read, understood, and agreed to my rights and responsibilities, and that the Academy’s cancellation and refund policies have been clearly explained to me.
I also understand and agree that KAA is not responsible for the actions of students and graduates in their Ayurvedic career. I understand and agree that KAA does not guarantee employment or take responsibility for employment or a career in the field of Ayurveda, or any other health related field, upon completion of the course.
I certify that all the information on this application is true and correct. I understand that any false or misleading information will void this application.
My signature below signifies that I have read and understand all aspects of this agreement and recognize my legal responsibilities in regard to this contract.
Signature of Student Date
Signature of School Official Date
Representative’s Certification
I hereby certify that__________________________ has been interviewed by me and in my judgment, meets all requirements for acceptance as a student. I further certify that there have been no verbal or written agreements or promises other than those appearing on this agreement.
Academic Dean Date
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