Elective Course

Ayurvedic

Ayurvedic introduces foundational wellness concepts that can inform massage-session planning, stress reduction, and client-centered care. Students explore basic constitutional principles, session goals, and practical approaches that support balance within appropriate professional scope.

16 Total Hours 8 lecture hours and 8 lab hours
Prerequisite Level I Foundational Courses plus a high school diploma or GED
Textbook No textbook required

What Students Build

Technique Development
Client Safety
Applied Learning
Professional Readiness

Overview

Course Description

A wellness and spa elective designed to support safe, informed, client-centered practice.

What You Learn

Course Overview

Students explore foundational Ayurvedic wellness concepts and their appropriate use in massage-related settings. Emphasis is placed on basic constitutional ideas, session intention, stress-reduction approaches, and practical client-centered planning within safe professional scope.

  • Outcome 1 Describe core Ayurvedic wellness concepts and common terminology used in bodywork contexts.
  • Outcome 2 Identify general client considerations and adapt session intent using safe, professional scope of practice.
  • Outcome 3 Practice a simple routine and supportive home-care recommendations aligned with client goals.
This elective supports safe practice, applied learning, and professional communication within massage therapy scope.

Learning Outcomes

Course Outcomes

Students strengthen practical skills and professional decision-making through guided theory and hands-on learning.

By the End of This Course

  • Describe core Ayurvedic wellness concepts and common terminology used in bodywork contexts.
  • Identify general client considerations and adapt session intent using safe, professional scope of practice.
  • Practice a simple routine and supportive home-care recommendations aligned with client goals.

Hours Overview

Lecture and lab hours are evenly balanced to support both theory and hands-on application.

Schedule

Course Structure and Resources

Course pacing blends lecture and lab practice to support both theory and applied skill development.

Instructional Time

Total instructional time is 16 hours, including 8 lecture hours and 8 lab hours. This structure supports theory, supervised practice, and skill integration.

A detailed schedule with dates, activities, policies, and assignment expectations is typically issued to enrolled students.

Evaluation

Grading Summary

Student progress is measured through coursework, labs, and final assessment activities.

Graded Items
Value
Homework / Self-Study
10%
Labs
60%
Final (Written or Practical)
30%
Total
100%

Course Planning Note

Ayurvedic supports wellness-centered session planning, client education, and professional growth within the AFSM elective curriculum.

Note: Prerequisites include Level I Foundational Courses and a high school diploma or GED.