Diploma in Yoga Therapy (DYT)
Total Duration: 18 months – 2000 + hours
(Course Duration: 12 months + 6 month Internship)
DYT is a unique, one-of-a-kind course to train graduates and qualified yoga teachers into clinical/therapeutic aspects of yoga.
Students become qualified and eligible to be a part of Yoga Therapy teams at hospitals, social organisations, and educational institutes.
By focusing on the scientific aspects of traditional therapies, the program promotes the awareness and restoration of Positive Health and aids Personality Development by way of Yoga.
Origin or cause of select diseases is studied with the help of research surveys and clinical observations in the context of Yoga, Ayurveda, Psychology, and modern medicine.
The course enables the student to become a Yoga Therapist to understand and tackle certain chronic medical conditions through Yoga.
Admissions open for Academic Year 2025
For 2022: Registration for Girls Students are open only as a DAY SCHOLAR.
Objectives
The objective of this course is to create awareness for positive health and yogic personality development in students and also to develop and impart skills in application of yogic practices for restoring and promoting positive health.
Etiology of selected diseases is studied with the help of research surveys and clinical observations in the context of basic concepts in Yoga, Ayurveda, Psychology and modern medicine.
Topics covered
- Foundation of Yoga with Special Attention to Therapeutic References in Texts
- Yoga Therapy: Introduction
- Systems in Human Body
- Scientific View
- Stress
- Management of Diseases
- Yoga Injuries
- Yoga as a Lifestyle
- Yoga Research (Literary, Philosophical, Scientific, Therapeutic)
- Personality Dynamics & Neuroticism
- Socially Aberrant Behaviour
- Experiential Phenomena Organic Deficiency in Aberrant in Yoga Therapy as per Behaviour Yogic Texts
- Medical Implications of Abnormal Behaviour and Effect of Yogic Techniques
- Yoga and Allied Sciences
- Practical and Professional Understanding
- Practical Sessions (Advanced Asanas, Kriyas, Bandhas, Pranayama, Drishti, Meditation Practices, Mantra Recitation, and other techniques)
Highlights of the Course
- Understanding Yoga through various Traditional Texts
- Understanding the concepts of “Health”, “Mental Health” & “Spiritual Health”, IQ, EQ, and SQ (Spiritual Quotient)
- Mental health and Yoga Therapy
- Personality Dynamics & Neuroticism
- Concept and Management of Disease: Modern View/Psychophysical View/Ayurvedic View/Yogic View/Scientific Co-relation
- Yoga Research (Literary, Philosophical, Scientific, Therapeutic)
- Yoga and Allied Sciences
- Practical and Professional Understanding
- Practical Sessions (Advanced Asanas, Kriyas, Bandhas, Pranayama, Drishti, Meditation Practices, Mantra Recitation, and other techniques)
- Timely hands-on experience by assisting the doctors in assessing and assisting patients in Kaivalyadhama Health Care Center
- Therapy-based training under experts via 6-month internship in various renowned institutes
Duration
Total Duration: 18 months - 2000 + hours
(Course Duration: 12 months + 6 month Internship)
Medium
On-Campus and Residential
Course Dates
Starting 2nd August (2 Semesters + 6 months internship)
Age and Medical Test
There is no age bar for the course.
Medical Test: Candidates should be medically fit and sound. Selection is subject to merit cum timely registration.
Eligibility
Education: Graduation from any stream with a minimum certificate course in Yoga from preferably an IYA certified Institution
Age: No limit
Medical Fitness: Candidates should be medically fit and sound as certified by competent authority
Duration
18 months – 1000 Hours + 6 month Internship
Medium
On-Campus and Residential
Course Dates
Starting 2st August (2 Semesters + 6 months internship)
Age and Medical Test
There is no age bar for the course.
Medical Test: Candidates should be medically fit and sound. Selection is subject to merit cum timely registration.
Eligibility
Education: Graduation from any stream with a minimum certificate course in Yoga from preferably an IYA certified Institution
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(Exemption: The candidates who have done Certificate Course in Yoga from Kaivalyadham or at least 200 hours course in Yoga from any other recognized Institute are exempted).
Age: No limit
Medical Fitness: Candidates should be medically fit and sound as certified by competent authority
Key Components of Yoga Therapy Internships
Mentorship
Supervision of experienced Doctors and Practitioners of the Institute
Hands-On Experience
Direct interaction with clients, designing and leading the practical sessions/Modules. (Subject to expert’s direction and option of one’s ability)
Educational Workshops
Attending workshops or seminars to enhance knowledge
Documentation and Case Studies
Learning to document sessions and develop case studies for clients
Feedback and Reflection
Regular feedback sessions with mentors and reflective practice
Key Partners for our Internship Program
What one gains after Completing the Course?
Advanced Knowledge and Skills
- Comprehensive Education: Gain in-depth knowledge of Traditional and Modern aspects of yoga practices, anatomy, physiology, and the therapeutic applications of yoga.
- Holistic Understanding: Learn how to integrate yoga with modern medical practices, providing a more holistic approach to health and wellness.
Professional Credentialing
- Certification: A recognized diploma enhances your credibility and can be essential for professional practice.
- Career Opportunities: Opens doors to a variety of career paths, including clinical settings, private practice, wellness centers, and educational institutions.
Specialized Training
- Targeted Expertise: Develop expertise in addressing specific health issues such as chronic pain, mental health conditions, or lifestyle diseases.
- Customized Approaches: Learn to tailor yoga practices to individual needs, enhancing the effectiveness of therapy.
Comprehensive Education: Gain in-depth knowledge of Traditional and Modern aspects of yoga practices, anatomy, physiology, and the therapeutic applications of yoga
Holistic Understanding: Learn how to integrate yoga with modern medical practices, providing a more holistic approach to health and wellness
Certification: A recognized diploma enhances your credibility and can be essential for professional practice
Career Opportunities: Opens doors to a variety of career paths, including clinical settings, private practice, wellness centers, and educational institutions
Targeted Expertise: Develop expertise in addressing specific health issues such as chronic pain, mental health conditions, or lifestyle diseases
Customized Approaches: Learn to tailor yoga practices to individual needs, enhancing the effectiveness of therapy
Course Cost
For Indian Students
Course – Rs. 36,800/-
Hostel charges with food – Rs. 74,300/-
Total – Rs. 1,11,100/-
For International Students
Course –USD 1700
Hostel charges with food – USD 4400
Total – USD 6100
Course Cost (Including Stay and Meals)
For Indian Students
Course Fees – Rs. 1,81,600/-
Hostel charges with food – Rs. 1,45,200/-
(Hostel with community Bathroom)
Total Course Cost – Rs. 3,26,800/-
Course Fees – Rs. 1,81,600/-
Hostel charges with food - Rs. 8,37,900/-
(Twin Sharing with Attached Bathroom)
Total Course Cost – Rs. 10,19,500/-
Course Fees – Rs. 1,81,600/-
Hostel charges with food - Rs.
16,75,800/-
(Single with Attached Bathroom)
Total Course Cost – Rs. 18,57,400/-
For International Students
Course Fees – USD 12,050
Hostel charges with food - USD 3,460
(Hostel with community Bathroom)
Total Course Cost – USD 15,510
Course Fees – USD 12,050
Hostel charges with food - USD 14,250
(Twin Sharing with Attached Bathroom)
Total Course Cost – USD 26,300
Course Fees – USD 12,050
Hostel charges with food - USD 21,375
(Single with Attached Bathroom)
Total Course Cost – USD 33,425
For Indian Students
| Courses Fees | Hostel charges with food | ||
| 47,300 | Hostel Accommodation with community Bath | Twin Sharing with Attached Bathroom | Single with Attached Bathroom |
| 89,900 | 3,10,835 | 4,66,253 | |
| Total | 1,37,200 | 3,58,135 | 5,13,553 |
For International Students
| Courses Fees | Hostel charges with food | ||
| USD 2,100 | Hostel Accommodation with community Bath | Twin Sharing with Attached Bathroom | Single with Attached Bathroom |
| USD | USD | USD | |
| Total | USD | USD | USD |
| Contact Hours | Non-Contact Hours | Total Hours | ||||
| Hours | Credits | Hours | Credits | Hours | Credits | |
| Theory | 560 | 37 | 366 | 6.1 | 926 | 61.73 |
| Practical | 840 | 28 | 366 | 6.1 | 1206 | 40.2 |
| Teaching | 30 | 2 | 17 | 0.3 | 47 | 3.13 |
| Total | 1430 | 67 | 749 | 12.5 | 2179 | 105.06 |
| Subjects | Marks |
| Paper 1: Foundation of Patanjala Yoga Sutra | 100 |
| Paper 2: Hatha Yoga Texts | 100 |
| Paper 3: Foundation of Yoga / Cultural Synthesis | 100 |
| Paper 4: Anatomy and Physiology of Human Body (HB) | 100 |
| Paper 5: Yoga and Mental Health | 100 |
| Paper 6: Teaching Methods | 100 |
| Practical | 100 |
| Yoganushasanam | 100 |
| Total | 800 |
Affiliation
This course is accredited as Certificate Course from Indian Yoga Association (IYA) and the Syllabus is equivalent to Level 2 – (Yoga Wellness Instructor) of Yoga Certification Board (YCB).
Please Note: Even though YCB has recognised Kaivalyadhama as Leading Yoga Institute but as per YCB guidelines registration to YCB is to be done separately by students. If anyone wishes to be certified by YCB then exam has to be taken and paid for separately.
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