Ayurveda is gaining global recognition as people uncover its timeless wisdom and ancient healing techniques. Trained Ayurvedic professionals are integral to many areas of holistic health and wellness, offering valuable services that enhance well-being. Obtaining a professional certification not only boosts your qualifications but also provides the essential knowledge needed for effective practice.

Currently, there is no legal requirement to be certified to practice Ayurveda. However, as the field evolves, industry standards are becoming more established, making professional certifications increasingly important. These certifications help set benchmarks and ensure high standards of practice. The National Ayurvedic Medical Association (NAMA) is the primary certifying body, widely recognized in the USA for setting educational standards in Ayurveda.

The Maharani Academy adheres to and exceeds NAMA's educational requirements, making it an excellent choice for your certification journey. By joining a reputable program like the one offered by Maharani Academy, you are making a wise investment in your education and future. Corinna Maharani, the educational director and founder, along with her dedicated team, ensures that you will gain a profound understanding of ancient Ayurvedic science, integrated with contemporary practices and clinical skills.

As an Ayurvedic professional, building your qualifications, credibility, and trust with clients and employers is essential. The certification from Maharani Academy enables you to work as a Spa and PanchaKarma technician in various settings, including spas, Ayurvedic clinics, and private practices. You will be equipped to offer a wide variety of healing services, such as Shirodhara, Marma (energy points) therapy, herbal treatments, and more. Some therapies, like massage practices, may require additional licensing, and regulations may vary from state to state.

The Ayurvedic Sacred Bodywork™ and PanchaKarma vocational, technical training consists of a total of 300 professional training hours and as little as six months to complete. After graduating from the program, you will receive a professional certification, verifying the highest level of expertise: 

  • Certified PanchaKarma Technician (CPT): Granted to all who complete the Pancha Karma Vocational/Technical training. CPT’s may administer Pancha Karma with the guidance of a Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner (CAP), Ayurvedic doctor, or Vaidya. Technicians are able to administer a wide variety of healing modalities at a spa, clinic, or private practice. In most states, in order to legally offer massage therapy, students must have a massage license, but most other therapies of services such as Shirodhara, Marma etc. can be performed without a massage license.

  • Ayurveda Bodyworker (AVB): In addition to receiving a CPT, the licensed massage therapist will also be granted an AVB. This certification allows students to practice all individual bodywork techniques.

  • Ayurveda Spa Technician (AST): In addition to receiving a CPT, facialist will also be granted an AST. This allows students to practice all Spa related techniques in a professional setting.

  • Pancha Karma Therapist (PKT): In addition to receiving a CPT, Ayurvedic Practitioners and Vaidyas and Ayurvedic Doctors will be granted a PKT. Students with a PKT can also prescribe Pancha Karma treatments as an adjunct to their other treatment plans.

By investing in your education at Maharani Academy, you position yourself to excel in the field of Ayurveda, providing trusted and effective healing services. Embrace this opportunity to deepen your understanding and practice of Ayurveda, and become a beacon of holistic health in your community.

We provide students with continuing education credits, or PACE credits.Through taking this training, students can earn NAMA PACE credits after completion of the program. (Note: Students need to be student members of the organization in order to receive PACE credits).

The Maharani Academy™ is also proud to be an AABC approved school. AABC gives accredited schools like ours the chance to help in the active development of novel research to improve consistency and accuracy of Biocharacteristics medical models.

Please note: This training does not allow students to diagnose or treat disease, as that is always reserved to a medically trained professional. You will not be trained or licensed to touch or massage clients after graduating, as this may require additional licensing and needs to be verified on a state to state basis.