Ayurvedic Health Counselor Program
at California College of Ayurveda
Credential earned: Ayurvedic Health Counselor (AHC, NAMA-recognized)
What this program is
Ayurvedic Health Counselor Program is offered through California College of Ayurveda in Nevada City, CA and sits within the nutrition credentialing field. The program is recognized by NAMA. Graduates earn Ayurvedic Health Counselor (AHC, NAMA-recognized), which is a credential in the nutrition and dietetics field. On the practical side: format runs hybrid online and in-person; the program takes about 20 months to complete; tuition lands at around USD 14,250.
Curriculum and coursework
As programs in this credential class go, Ayurvedic Health Counselor Program follows the standards set by NAMA. Most programs at this level cover foundational nutrition science, applied practice, and an ethics or scope-of-practice component, with capstone work that ties the academic content to real client or community settings.
How it's delivered
Ayurvedic Health Counselor Program is delivered hybrid online and in-person. Distance education means most or all coursework can be completed remotely, which fits working professionals or anyone who can't relocate. Supervised-practice components, where required by the credential, are usually arranged at a clinical site near the student or through the program's partner network. Stated program length is about 20 months. Cohort vs rolling admission, full-time vs part-time options, and term structure (semester, quarter, accelerated) vary across the field. Specific cohort dates and any application-cycle deadlines are best confirmed with the institution directly.
Who this is for
Career outcomes
Graduates carry their credential into nutrition practice, education, public health, food industry, and research roles depending on the specific cluster. Career outcomes track with the credential's scope of practice and any state licensure overlays.
Prerequisites and admission
Most programs ask for transcripts, a personal statement, recommendation letters, and a resume or CV. Application timelines vary, with some programs running rolling admission and others operating fixed cohort cycles.
How this compares
Comparison points across nutrition credentials come down to scope of practice, state licensure status, and the kind of work the credential opens up. Different routes serve different careers, and the right comparison depends on where each student plans to practice.
FAQ
What credential does Ayurvedic Health Counselor Program prepare students to earn?
Graduates earn Ayurvedic Health Counselor (AHC, NAMA-recognized). A credential in the nutrition and dietetics field. Scope of practice, state licensure recognition, and insurance reimbursement vary by credential and by state, so anyone planning where to practice should check their state's nutrition statutes before applying.
Is Ayurvedic Health Counselor Program accredited?
Ayurvedic Health Counselor Program is recognized by NAMA.
How long does Ayurvedic Health Counselor Program take and how much does it cost?
Stated duration is about 20 months. Tuition is listed at around USD 14,250. Living costs, supervised-practice fees, and exam fees aren't always bundled into headline pricing, so prospective applicants should ask the program for a total-cost-of-attendance estimate before committing.
Is Ayurvedic Health Counselor Program fully online?
Ayurvedic Health Counselor Program runs hybrid online and in-person. Distance-education means most coursework is remote, with supervised practice arranged locally where required by the credential.
Program facts
| Credential earned | Ayurvedic Health Counselor (AHC, NAMA-recognized) |
|---|---|
| Provider | California College of Ayurveda |
| Accreditor | NAMA |
| Format | Hybrid (online + in-person) |
| Location | Nevada City, CA |
| Prerequisites | None |
| Duration | ~1.5 years |
| Tuition | $14,250 |
About this program
The Ayurvedic Health Counselor Program at California College of Ayurveda is a commercial nutrition certification program leading to the Ayurvedic Health Counselor (AHC, NAMA-recognized) credential. It combines online coursework with in-person supervised practice. Tuition: approximately $14,250. Typical duration: about 1.5 years.
Details are drawn from commercial-hand-curated data as of April 2026. Verify current tuition, duration, and admission requirements directly with the provider before enrolling.
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