TEACHER TRAINING COURSES CONDUCTED BY US

DIPLOMA IN YOGA THERAPY & NATURAL HEALING

Syllabus:  

Module 1: Application of Yoga

1. Concept of Yoga: What is Yoga, Obstacles in the path of Yoga, Tools to overcome those Obstacles.

2. Panchakosha Viveka.

3. Concept of Health & Diseases. Understanding root cause of Disease.

4. Ashtanga Yoga & 8 limbs of Yoga.

5. Understanding: Bhakti Yoga, Raja Yoga, Karma, Jnana Yoga.

6. Pranayama & Scientific application of Pranayama in Yoga Therapy.

7. Meditation: Scientific Application of Meditation in Yoga Therapy.

8. Sukshma Vyayama: Theory & Practical.

Module 2: Anatomy & Physiology

A) Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology:

i. Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology, Basic Anatomical and

Physiological terms.

ii. Cell: Structure & Functions, different cell organelles and their functions.

iii. Tissues and Organization of human system; Introduction to Support Systems.

iv. Maintenance Systems, Control Systems, Defense System and Concept of

Homeostasis.

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B)  Musculo-Skeletal System

i. The Skeletal System: Skeleton, Functions of skeleton, Classification of bones, Study

of joints.

ii. Structure and function of Various Joints.

iii. The Muscular System: Types of Muscles in the body Along with their locations in body.

iv. The characteristics, structure and functions of The Skeletal Muscles, Smooth Muscles

and Cardiac Muscles

v. Interrelationship between skeleton & Muscular system.

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C) Digestive System

i. Gross anatomy of digestive system, functional anatomy of Mouth, Oral cavity,

Pharynx, Esophagus, Stomach, Small intestine, Large intestine and Anal canal.

ii. Physiology of digestion, assimilation & peristalsis, Gastric and digestive juices

involved during digestion, associated glands involved in digestive system.

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D) Respiratory System

i. Gross anatomy of the respiratory passages, functional of Nasal cavity, Pharynx,

Larynx, Trachea, Bronchus, Lungs and Alveoli.

ii. The process of Respiration, Types of Respiration, Lungs volumes & capacities, Mechanics of breathing and exchange of gas in alveoli.

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E)  CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM

i. Functional anatomy of the Heart, arteries, veins and capillaries.

ii. The organization of systematic and pulmonary circulation, the cardiac cycle.

iii. Blood: Composition and Functions, Blood groups and their importance.

iv. Cardiac output and Venous return.

v. Blood pressure and Regulation of blood pressure.

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F)  Nervous System

i. An introduction to Histology – nerve – structure and properties of neurons – nerve –

action potential – generation propagation – factors influencing classification of

neurons and nerve fibers, neuralgia cells, receptors and reflex arcs.

ii. Functional anatomy of Cerebrum, Cerebellum, spinal cord.

iii. Functions and importance of the parts of the brain viz., cerebrum, pons, medulla,

thalamus, hypothalamus, cerebellum and autonomic nervous system [sympathetic and parasympathetic].

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G) Endocrine System

i. Anatomical structure & functions of important endocrine glands (Pituitary, thyroid, pancreas, adrenal and gonads)

ii. Short anatomy of the hypothalamus and the releasing hormones secreted from it.

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H)  lymphatic system

i. Sites, functional anatomy of lymph nodes and their function.

iv. Lymphatic system and its’ role in immune system.

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I) Reproductive system

i. Functional anatomy of male reproductive system.

ii. Functional anatomy of female reproductive system.

iii.Menstruation.

J) Pregnancy:

i. Signs of Pregnancy.

ii. Changes in female & as well as in child in each Trimesters.

iii. Post pregnancy changes in female.

Module 3: Yoga Therapy

Understanding Causes, Symptoms, Pharmacological treatment, Diagnosis, Diet and Yoga Therapy module for each and every ailment mentioned below:

Asthma

Back pain

Slip Disc

Cervical Spondylosis​

Knee pain

Frozen Shoulder

​Heart Diseases

Varicose Veins

​Peptic Ulcer

Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Hepatitis

​Parkinsons Disease

​Menses issues

​Anger Management

​Post Pregnancy

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Module 4: Natural Healing:

1. Importance of Natural healing through Naturopathy.

2. Philosophy & Principles of Naturopathy.

3. Importance of fasting & Juice Diet.

4. Techniques, Benefits and Limitation of Hydrotherapy: Enema, Hip bath, Full sheet pack, steam bath, hot foot bath, Spinal bath, wet/dry fomentation.

5. Techniques, Benefits and Limitation of Clay therapy

6. Techniques, Benefits and Limitation of Sun Bath.

7. Techniques, Benefits and Limitation of Air Bath.

8. Techniques, Benefits and Limitation of Massage.

9. Techniques, Benefits and Limitation of Tools of Accupressure.

10. Nature cure Treatments for all ailments mentioned in Module 2: Yoga Therapy.

Module 5: Introduction of AYUSH

1. Foundational Ayurveda

i. The four aspects of life (Soul, Mind, Senses and Body),
ii. Pancamahabhütas (the five-element theory),
iii. Three Pillars of Ayurveda: Ahar,vihar and aushadhi.
iv. Concept, role and importance of – Dosha, Dhatu, Mala, Updhatu, Srotas, Indriya, Agni, Prana, Prakåti, Deha Prakåti, Manasa Prakåti
v. Concept of Dinacarya (daily routine), concept of Ritucaryä (seasonal routine).
vi. The disease process in Pancakarma theory.
vii. Concept of Pancakarma in managing a disease (five main procedures).
viii. Concept of Pürvakarma (preparing for pancakarma)

ix. Concept of Paschat karma.

1. Brief Introduction of Homeopathy.

2. Brief Introduction of Siddha

3. Brief Introduction of Unani.

4. Brief Introduction of Pranic Healing.

5. Brief Introduction of Reiki.

6. Brief Introduction of Accupuncture.

7. Brief Introduction of Magnetotherapy.

Module 6: Counselling

1. How to establish a relationship using counselling skills.

2. Know how an ethical framework relates to the use of counselling skills.

3. Apply the main ideologies and theoretical approaches to counselling.

4. How to create the best setting in which counselling skills can be used.

5. How to conduct counselling sessions with clients in an effective way.

6. Gain in-depth knowledge of using counselling skills in everyday life and work.

7. How counselling skills can be used to positively influence behavior in others.

8. Essential people and communication skills to improve the caliber of your everyday relationships.

9. Become familiar with the core issues presented in counselling and methods of how to approach them.

10. Understand the importance of self-development, reflecting on sessions and being aware as a counsellor.

Module 7: Dissertation

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Eligibility for the course: Minimum 10th Std School Education