FAQs
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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. AIA welcomes students with a bachelor’s degree in any field. The minimum admission requirement is high school diploma with college level courses in English, Basic Anatomy and Physiology. If you have not taken Anatomy and Physiology before, you can finish the requirement within 6 months of the start date.
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 such as Doctors, nurses, massage therapists etc. Few start a career manufacturing and selling various Ayurvedic products, while others start their health counseling practice.
Is there an alumni association? Can I contact graduates and ask about there experiences?
Yes, we have an AIA alumni association. We will provide the contact information of our graduates. You can contact them and ask them any questions you may have.
How long will it take to earn my diploma?
The program starts every September. Classes meet one weekend per month, and the duration of the program is 18 calendar months. Most of the students graduate at the end of 18 months (in April). In case of missed classes, students can make up classes and earn diploma with the next class.
How much does it cost?
The entire tuition is $6000.00. There are multiple payment plans. Most of the students pick the monthly plan ($350.00 for 18 months) to make it easy and affordable.
Can I take classes at any of the three locations?
We have similar schedule in San Francisco and Los Angeles. The same topic is taught at both locations on different weekends. Our students are allowed to take class at either location, with prior notice. Classes in Hawaii are on a different schedule.
How much studying is involved?
Studying Ayurveda is very different than studying mathematics, 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 hour and a half every morning (early morning – ideally) you will do well. What you read in the morning, you will experience during the day. Observing other people and interacting with them is the way you will learn true Ayurveda.
I will be traveling from out of town to attend classes, is there housing assistance available?
There are a few hotels near both California campuses where students can book a room for the weekend. In the past, our students have made good friends with the classmates and stayed with them on those weekends.
When can I visit the school? Do you have open houses or visitor’s events?
We arrange an open house in July and August of every year. 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 come by and talk to the program coordinator about the details of the program. We are here to assist our students in any way we can.
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 understanding is vital.
After I graduate is there career planning and placement? How much can I expect to earn?
AIA posts the job openings (as they are available) on the student services bulletin board. AIA will do its best to help graduates to get into practice or a related career. Salaries vary greatly.
Still have questions? Feel free to contact AIA at (650) 341 – 8400 (Foster City, CA headquarters) or by email our director at: jayapte@ayurvedainstitute.com
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