Careers in Ayurveda
Careers – Advanced Ayurvedic Lifestyle Professional
Riorita
Instructor
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Advanced Ayurvedic Lifestyle Professional Diploma
Blue Lotus Academy is now offering a career in Ayurveda as an Advanced Ayurvedic Lifestyle Professional. Ayurveda, the science of life, longevity, and rejuvenation, brings health, harmony, and happiness.
Please note that this career course requires previous Ayurvedic training, either through Blue Lotus Academy or another provider. We will assess your current knowledge to make sure this course is right for you.Â
Ayurveda is growing in the world and becoming popular medicine for many people. This ancient and useful knowledge is deeply needed to improve the health of many people. The Science of Light provides wisdom on how to live healthy, according to the age of the person, climate, and health conditions. It has many remedies like food and herbs. It also includes some subtle remedies like meditation, asanas, pranayama, mantra, sankalpas, pujas, yagyas.
Ayurvedic Lifestyle Professionals can be practiced as an independent career, but it is also a great addition for yoga teachers, herbologists, massage therapists, nutrition consultants, and other natural practitioners.
What You will learn:
The high-level course overview shown is expanded below. Click on each course subject to see a more detailed curriculum.
As an Advanced Ayurvedic Lifestyle Professional, you’ll embark on an incredible journey of learning and growth. Our comprehensive program covers a range of topics, including ayurvedic nutrition, herbology, panchakarma (the detox system), ayurvedic anatomy, and ayurvedic assessments.
In addition, you’ll focus on providing effective healing methods through chikitsa, while also exploring the fascinating world of ayurvedic aromatherapy, vedic philosophy, and engaging case studies.
At Blue Lotus Academy, we’re committed to providing you with the tools and knowledge you need to succeed in this exciting and rewarding field. Join us and discover the endless possibilities that await you as an Advanced Ayurvedic Lifestyle Professional.
Courses:
- Advanced Ayurvedic Nutrition
- Advanced Ayurvedic Anatomy
- Advanced Ayurvedic Assessment
- Chikitsa or Therapeutic Ayurveda
- Advanced Ayurvedic and Western Herbology
- Advanced Panchkarma
- Women’s Health
- Men’s Health
- Children’s Health
- People of Third Age
- Mantra and Vedic Astrology Therapy
- Nidra Yoga
- Case Studies
Seminars are included in the career: Advanced Ayurvedic Aromatherapy, Advanced Marma Therapy.
Ayurvedic Nutrition
Pre-requisites: Ayurvedic Nutrition (Level 1)
Advanced Ayurvedic cooking, where you will continue learning and practicing the six tastes; panchamahabhuta, maha gunas and gunas, Prakruti and Vikruti, Vata, Pitta, Kapha, and their subdoshas. You will work with Agni, Ama, Prana, Tejas, and Ojas. Learn about foods for each dosha, double dosha, and subdosha, along with their corresponding recipes. Explore dosha and seasonal routines (rtucharya), daily food routines (dinacharya), and their compatibilities and incompatibilities.
Ayurvedic Philosophy
Pre-requisites: Ayurvedic Anatomy (Level 1)
Focuses on providing a deep understanding of doshas (energetic principles), subdoshas, dhatus (tissues), mala (waste products), srotas (channels), agni (digestive fire), prana (vital force), tejas (radiance), ojas (essence of life), and the organs.
Ayurvedic Anatomy
Pre-requisites: None
Focuses to provide knowledge of dosha (energetic principles), dhatus (tissues), mala (waste products), srotas (channels), agni (digestive fire), prana (vital force), tejas (radiance), ojas (essence of life).
Ayurvedic Assessment
Pre-requisites: Ayurvedic Assessment (Level 1)
Advanced Ayurvedic Assessment focuses on the three-fold diagnostic methods applied to individuals, groups, and the environment, along with an introduction to patient interactions. Develop the skills and competency to assess Prakruti/Vikruti, Agni, Malas, Dhatus, Manas, vital signs, blood pressure, and pulse. Learn to work with Samprapti (the disease process) and understand the use of Ashtavidha and Dashavidha Pariksha, as well as Rugna Patrakam (client assessment). Explore Dosha Vijnanam—the specialized knowledge of dosha disorders—while developing the ability to determine the state of Dosha, Subdosha, Upadhatu, and Srotas, alongside health history and Samkhya philosophy.
Chikitsa or Therapeutic Ayurveda
Pre-requisites: None
Provides a foundational understanding of Ayurvedic therapies used to maintain health and restore balance, even from as early as stage 3 of the Ayurvedic pathogenesis model. Learn to determine when to incorporate integrative medicine and when to refer patients to other medical professionals. This course focuses on lifestyle practices, daily routines, tanmatras (subtle elements), five-sense therapies, breathing exercises, simple meditations, mindfulness, yamas (code of conduct), and niyamas (observances or rules). Explore Vijara Chikitsa (healthy lifestyle), Ahara Chikitsa (food as medicine), and Shamana Chikitsa (palliative therapies).
Herbology
Pre-requisites: Herbology (Level 1)
This course covers NAMA AHC herbs, the materia medica of Ayurvedic herbs, digestion, tonics, massage, formulation, and an introduction to Panchakarma. The focus is on gaining a deeper understanding of both Ayurvedic and Western herbs and their formulations.
Panchkarma
Pre-requisites: Panchakarma (Level 1)
This course provides an in-depth study of the five therapeutic procedures (Panchakarma), including preparatory practices and post-treatment rejuvenation measures, supported by appropriate dietary and lifestyle guidelines. It also covers various diseases and their treatment through different Panchakarma methods and procedures.
Women's Health
Pre-requisites: Ayurvedic Assessment, Ayurvedic Nutrition and Herbology
This module focuses on women’s health, covering general wellness, pre-menopause and menopause, herbology, chikitsa (therapeutic approaches) for women, and ahara (nutrition) tailored to the different doshas in women’s health.
Men's Health
Pre-requisites: Ayurvedic Assessment, Ayurvedic Nutrition and Herbology
This module focuses on men’s health, covering the various stages of a man’s life, herbology, chikitsa (therapeutic approaches), vihara (lifestyle practices), and ahara (nutrition) in men’s health, as well as how different doshas influence health throughout a man’s life.
Health and Wellness in Later Life
Pre-requisites: Ayurvedic Assessment, Ayurvedic Nutrition and Herbology
This module focuses on the retirement stage of life, emphasizing the balance of Vata dosha and its respective subdoshas. It includes herbology, ahara (nutrition), vihara (lifestyle practices), and a detailed assessment of the physical, mental, and emotional body, along with their corresponding chikitsa (therapeutic approaches).
Mantra Therapy and Vedic Astrology
Pre-requisites: None
This course covers the Sanskrit alphabet, Bija mantras, Graha mantras, and Srotas. It provides foundational knowledge of Mantra Therapy and Ayurveda, as well as healing through Vedic Astrology. The course also explores the use of gems, rudrakshas, metals, and Ayurvedic aromatherapy.
Nidra Yoga
Pre-requisites: None
Nidra Yoga covers meditation, Pratyahara, Dharana, and Dhyana. The course focuses on healing techniques, highlighting how Nidra Yoga serves as a valuable complement to Ayurveda through various meditation methods.
Case Studies
Pre-requisites: None
Each week, we will review a variety of case studies, allowing you to analyze real-life scenarios, ask questions, and gain hands-on experience through discussion and practical application.
Time Commitment
Live online learning(Zoom) for ~2 hours, once per week
Start Date: Wednesdays, starting January 21, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Mountain (8PM to 10PM Eastern)
All classes will be recorded should you miss a class.
Tuition Cost
Tuition fees: One-Time payment: $1400CAD**
Monthly installments available ($140** per month)
This diploma is approved by AAPNA.
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Riorita Tkachenko and her Ayurvedic Practitioner training school are absolutely incredible! I had the privilege of learning from Riorita and was truly amazed at her extensive knowledge in all areas of Ayurvedic practices. Her expertise is unparalleled, and she has a unique ability to make even the most complex concepts easy to understand.
One aspect that truly stood out during the training was Riorita’s practical approach. Instead of solely relying on theoretical lessons, she took us into the kitchen and guided us through the preparation of amazing Ayurvedic meals. This hands-on experience not only made learning enjoyable but also deepened our understanding of the principles of Ayurveda.
Another highlight was the exploration of incredible food and tea recipes. Riorita introduced us to a variety of herbs, spices, and ingredients with medicinal properties, allowing us to create delicious and health-enhancing concoctions. It was a truly delightful journey of taste and wellness.
Riorita’s warmth, patience, and dedication to her students were evident throughout the training. She created a welcoming and nurturing environment that encouraged questions, discussions, and personal growth. I felt supported every step of the way, and her guidance has had a profound impact on my Ayurvedic journey.
Overall, I cannot recommend Riorita Tkachenko and her Ayurvedic Practitioner training school enough. If you are looking for an experienced, knowledgeable, and passionate teacher who will guide you through the intricacies of Ayurveda, then look no further. Riorita’s training program is a transformative experience that will empower you to unlock the healing power of Ayurvedic practices in your own life.
I’ve known Riorita for more than ten years and have taken multiple courses such as Western and Ayurvedic Herbology, Vedic Astrology and Ayurveda Career through Blue Lotus Academy. The information that Riorita teaches is invaluable as for practitioners as well as for people who are just starting their journey with Vedic culture and Ayurveda. I’ve also received an Ayurvedic consultation from Riorita, which helped me to understand myself better, to change my lifestyle, including my eating habits for better wellbeing.
I also had my Natal Astrological map done by Riorita, as well as yearly Muhutras, which provide me with guidance in daily life.
I am very happy to be part of the likeminded Blue Lotus community.
I would recommend Riorita to anyone who is looking to improve their quality of life and improve their body and mind health state.
I am very grateful to Riorita for the knowledge that helped me in understanding myself, relationships, nutrition, care for spiritual and physical health, patience and strength.
I’m very grateful for being able to go through the course of Ayurvedic Lifestyle Professional with Riorita.  Riorita is a great resource and wealth of knowledge in Ayurveda. The amount of the material was overwhelming and I’m still absorbing, but no matter your level, you receive what you need at that time. I really enjoyed the part of the course about mantras. Mantras are listened to and sung in our house, but learning about the depth of the mantras brings another level in appreciation of mantras. Recipes in the nutritional part of the course were very helpful as well. I loved that the course was both theoretical as well as practical that could be applied to everyday life. Also, it was very important about Riorita‘s personal support and quick response in case we had questions. Â