FAQs
Do I need to have prior knowledge of Ayurveda?
Nope! For the Ayurvedic Health Counselor (AHC) program, you do not need to have any prior Ayurveda knowledge.
For the Ayurvedic Practitioner (AP) program, you need to have completed AHC at a NAMA approved Ayurveda school.
Do you accept transfer students?
Yes, we do! We accept transfer students for both our Ayurvedic Health Counselor (AHC) and Ayurvedic Practitioner (AP) programs. Students need to have began AHC or completed AHC program at a National Ayurvedic Medical Association approved program. Check out our Transfer Program.
Do you accept clinical internship only students?
Yes, we do! We accept clinical supervision only students for both our Ayurvedic Health Counselor (AHC) and Ayurvedic Practitioner (AP) programs. Students will meet with an Internship Mentor every two weeks to submit client forms, review cases, and discuss internship questions.
What is the difference between the AHC and AP programs?
The Ayurvedic Health Counselor program is a 10 month long course and the Ayurvedic Practitioner program is a 17 month long course. In order to take the AP program, students have to have completed the AHC program at a NAMA approved school. Visit our Program Differences page to learn more
What is unique about the MNIA and why is it a good fit for me?
We provide both an authentic Gurukula (in-person) format as well as a flexible learning format. The primary instructor is an Ayurvedic doctor that has been classically-trained in India. She is an inspiring teacher and a Sanskrit scholar. Additionally, the MNIA teaches specialized pulse diagnosis.
Will MNIA graduates receive credentials or certification?
Upon completion of the program graduates will be given a Certificate of Completion from the MNIA. There is no licensing for Ayurveda in the US at this time. The National Ayurvedic Medical Association is working toward recognizing Ayurveda as a licensed medical practice in the U.S. More info here