Ayurvedic Wellness Educator Certificate (Level I)
Message from the Program Director

Namaste,
Welcome to the Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) Ayurveda Medicine Department. The Ayurveda Medicine Department offers outstanding Ayurvedic education programs designed to meet diverse student populations.
The Ayurveda Wellness Educator and Ayurveda Practitioner certificate programs are among the most academically rigorous Ayurveda programs and have a reputation for preparing competent graduates. Students participate in hands-on learning through clinical experiences in the SCU Health system. Excellent and expert faculty, availability of tutoring and mentoring sessions, commitment to high-quality classroom education, integrated clinical education, and a priority on the educational experience have contributed to the distinguished reputation of Ayurveda programs within the SCU.
Opportunities provided for Ayurveda students in the classroom and clinic enable students to develop intellectually and socially to become the next generation of healers in our community. Our renowned Ayurveda curricular programming has enriched the experiences of Ayurveda students as they seek to achieve cultural and intellectual fulfillment in our university setting. Please take time to look through our website to learn more about the various Ayurveda certificate programs offered through the Ayurveda Medicine Department.
We are extremely proud to make a difference in the world by preparing students as compassionate and skilled Ayurvedic practitioners who are also sensitive to current healthcare needs. We are passionate about bringing the Ayurveda community together and educating students about the value of personalized, community-based healthcare. Ayurveda is one of the world’s oldest medical systems delivering personalized healthcare. Ayurveda strongly advocates the pursuit of physical, mental, and spiritual well-being through self-discipline, good conduct, proper diet, exercise, and daily living routines. We are committed to providing a strong academic curriculum and clinical experience to develop highly skilled graduates.
We look forward to welcoming you to SCU!
Anupama Kizhakkeveettil, BAMS, MAOM, L.Ac, FAIHM, C-IAYT, PhD
Program Director, Ayurveda Medicine Department
Southern California University of Health Sciences