Course Curriculum & Career Overview
Certification Proficiency in Ayurveda For Foreign Students (CPAFS) - Proficiency in Ayurveda For Foreign Students A certificate in Ayurveda teaches students the history, theories and practices behind Ayurveda. Although the practice is not considered mainstream, it is gaining recognition from organizations like the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine. There is no governing board for Ayurvedic programs in the United States, though India has several accrediting organizations. this is a natural method of health and healing that was developed in India more than 5,000 years ago. Ayurveda practitioners treat patients by analyzing overall health, diet, physical condition and lifestyle characteristics. Ayurveda focuses on complete mental, emotional and physical balance through aligning internal energies. Herbs, breathing exercises, meditation and yoga all play an important role in Ayurveda.