Ayurvedic Medicine: Ancient Foundations of Health Care

Contact Hours
3.0
NCBTMB Hours
3.0

Course Description

Ayurvedic medicine is a highly sophisticated religion, philosophy, and system of medicine that has been practiced in India for over 2,500 years. As with other forms of complementary and alternative medicine, it focuses on the whole individual and one’s relationship to one’s environment. Health, vitality, and longevity are achieved through a balance within the body and between the body and the external environment.

Purpose / Goal

The outcome of this course is for the learner to describe the basics of Ayurvedic medicine, including principles of Ayurvedic medicine, causes of disharmonies and diseases, diagnostic methods, and treatment methods.

Course Objectives
Upon completion you will be able to do the following:

  1. Define Ayurveda and describe the origins of Ayurvedic medicine.
  2. Explain the five elements of Ayurveda.
  3. Describe the tridoshas.
  4. Explain the relationship of the tridoshas to an individual’s characteristics and health.
  5. Describe the three gunas.
  6. Identify the roles of the seven dhatus.
  7. Identify the roles of the three malas.
  8. Define ojas and their roles.
  9. Describe agni and srotas.
  10. Describe the three causes of disease according to Ayurvedic medicine.
  11. State the six stages of the disease process in Ayurvedic medicine.
  12. Describe the diagnostic techniques used by the Ayurvedic practitioner.
  13. Explain the treatment modalities used in Ayurvedic medicine and the importance of their timing when utilized.
  14. Explain the educational standards relevant to Ayurvedic medicine practitioners in the United States today.

Course Content

Target Audience

Nurses, health care professionals, and interested individuals.

Criteria for Successful Completion

Complete the course post exam (CE Test) with a score of 80% or greater. Complete all fields of the course Evaluation Form.

Certificate of Completion is provided for individual courses once the course post exam is passed per criteria above.

Certificate of Completion is provided for certificate programs once all of the courses within the certificate program have been successfully completed per criteria above.

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Content Focus (For Occupational Therapy Only): Foundational Knowledge

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Instructors

Cyndie Koopsen, RN, BSN, MBA, HNB-BC, RN-BC, HWNC-BC
Caroline Young, MPH

Expiration Date

March 1, 2027

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Course Includes

  • 1 Lesson
  • 2 Tests
  • Course Certificate