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Ayurveda, an ancient method which evolved around 600 B.C in India.
The word Ayurveda originated from a Sanskrit word, 'Ayur' meaning Life
and 'Veda' meaning Knowledge. Ayurveda, which continues to be one of the
world's most sophisticated and powerful mind-body health systems. More
than a mere system of treating illness, Ayurveda is a science of life.
Nowadays
Ayurveda has become very popular among the tourist especially
foreigners. As modern medicine with its strong chemical drugs fails to
combat nature. Patients from all over the Globe are coming to India for
Ayurveda treatment. With the popularity of the system, the demand for
Ayurvedic doctors is on the rise.
What is the eligibility to get admission into Ayurveda?
To get the admission in this field you must have cleared the 12th
examination preferably with Sanskrit or an examination equivalent there
to, or Intermediate (Ayurvedic group- Physics, Chemistry, Biology and
Sanskrit) of any recognized University/Board which conforms to the
specifications approved by the Council.
The Ayurvedic Colleges of India awards the Degree of
"Ayurvedacharya" or B.A.M.S. (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine &
Surgery) at the Bachelor level.
Candidates who have passed BAMS can apply for post graduate
programs.
What are the courses offered for Ayurveda?
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS)
Certificate course in Ayurveda Panchakarma.
Diploma in Ayurveda Medicine.
Diploma in Ayurvedic Massage.
Diploma In Ayurvedic Panchakarma.
Some institutions also offer certificate courses or pre Ayurvedic
courses of 1 year to 2 years. Eligibility needed for such course is
S.S.L.C./ Matriculation preferably with Sanskrit or an examination
equivalent.
The job profiles in the field of Ayurveda are as the following:
There is a good job opportunity in the field of Ayurveda.
An Ayurvedic practitioner can get employment as medical
officer/doctor at government and private Ayurvedic hospitals.
One can also start his/ her own practice or open ones own retail
shop of Ayurveda medicines.
They can also find employment as supervisors in 'Panch Karma' (
Ayurvedic massage) / health centers, as tutors in Ayurvedic colleges or
do research, conduct workshops, seminars, and retreats.
Pay scale:
Salary in this sector depends on the employer and experience one has
in the field.
There are several colleges that you can apply to or atleast enquire and you will find out regarding more details which depend from institute to institute and college to college.
I hope this helped you.
All the best!
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