Overview: 

Ayurveda. Panchakarma & Nursing specialists are trained in the fundamentals of Ayurvedic therapies, detoxification procedures, and patient management. They play a significant role in aiding Ayurvedic physicians, promoting Panchakarma therapies, and providing comprehensive nursing care to patients. Their specialty is in delivering preventive, therapeutic, and rejuvenating therapies that restore equilibrium to the body, mind, and soul.

Course Description:

The National Council of Training Academy offers a six-month (300 hours) online certification program for Ayurveda Panchakarma and Nursing (CAPAN). This curriculum is intended to educate students with fundamental knowledge of Ayurvedic nursing care and Panchakarma treatments. It includes Ayurveda concepts, Panchakarma fundamentals, patient care approaches, herbal applications, food, and lifestyle management.

Students will learn how to assist Ayurvedic doctors and wellness practitioners through online seminars, demonstrations, and case discussions. The training is appropriate for people who want to work in Ayurvedic hospitals, wellness centers, spas, and holistic healthcare settings. Graduates will be able to assist with Panchakarma treatments, provide nursing care, and promote Ayurvedic lifestyle practices.

Course Curriculum:

The Certificate in Ayurveda Panchakarma & Ayurveda Nursing (CCAPAN) program aims to enhance practical skills and knowledge of Ayurvedic patient care and Panchakarma therapy.

1. Fundamentals of Ayurveda:
   1. Basic concepts of Ayurveda (Doshas, Dhatus, Malas, Agni, Ojas)
   2. Understanding health, disease, and balance in Ayurveda
   3. Daily and seasonal lifestyle routines
       
2. Introduction to Panchakarma:
   1. Principles and objectives of Panchakarma therapies
   2. Overview of the five purification procedures (Vamana, Virechana, Basti, Nasya, Raktamokshana)
   3. Indications, benefits, and contraindications
       
3. Ayurveda Nursing Care:
   1. Role of nursing in Ayurvedic practice
   2. Patient care during Panchakarma treatments
   3. Monitoring and supporting patients during therapies
       
4. Ayurvedic Diet & Nutrition in Nursing:
   1. Therapeutic diet planning during Panchakarma
   2. Nutrition for recovery and rejuvenation
   3. Herbal decoctions, oils, and dietary guidelines
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5. Practical Panchakarma Support Skills:
   1. Preparing treatment areas and equipment
   2. Assisting in procedures such as Abhyanga (massage), Swedana (sudation), Shirodhara, and others
   3. Post-treatment care and patient counseling
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6. Health & Wellness Practices:
   1. Stress management with Ayurvedic lifestyle practices
   2. Yoga, meditation, and relaxation techniques for patient support
   3. Hygiene and safety in Ayurvedic nursing
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7. Practical Training:
   1. Case study discussions
   2. Virtual demonstrations of Panchakarma procedures
   3. Nursing care simulations and patient interaction practices
       

Placement Areas:

Graduates of the Certificate in Ayurveda Panchakarma & Ayurveda Nursing (CCAPAN) can find career opportunities in:

1. Ayurveda Hospitals & Clinics: Assisting in Panchakarma and patient care.
2. Wellness & Panchakarma Centers: Supporting detoxification and rejuvenation therapies.
3. Health Resorts & Spas: Providing Ayurvedic nursing care for clients.
4. Community Healthcare Programs: Promoting natural healing and wellness awareness.
5. Independent Practice: Assisting Ayurvedic practitioners in therapy-based services.
    

Salary Expectations:

In India, entry-level Ayurvedic nursing and Panchakarma assistants can earn between ₹2.5-₹4 lakh per year, with better compensation in reputable hospitals and spa resorts. Internationally, wellness tourism and Ayurveda-focused retreats can generate yearly earnings of $25,000-$45,000, with room for expansion in specialized centers.

Note: This Course Is Not Registered Under NCISM But Is Listed Under Rashtriya Ayurveda Vidyapeeth (RAV)