6 days ; M - S; June 2025
Internship in Ayurveda Dietetics
Join the “Internship in Ayurveda Dietetics” for hands-on experience in food classification and dietary design, blending Ayurveda and modern nutrition. Program dates: June 16–21. Fee: ₹7,670.
About the Course
The “Internship in Ayurveda Dietetics” offers practical experience in food classification and dietary design that converges the principles of Ayurveda and modern dietetics.
Participants will shadow doctors in outpatient departments (OPD), join them on rounds, and gain insight into the patient's clinical assessment in terms of Ayurveda. You will learn to assess diets through Ayurvedic and modern lenses through observation and collaboration, ultimately creating integrated diet charts.
Please contact us by email [wellness@tdu.edu.in] for details.
Why choose this internship?
1. Practical Experience:
- Gain hands-on experience in Ayurvedic and modern dietetics.
- Apply theoretical knowledge in real clinical settings.
2. Integrated Learning:
- Learn to create diet charts combining Ayurvedic and modern nutrition practices.
- Collaborate with professionals from both disciplines.
- Improve patient assessment and diet design skills.
- Gain exposure to diverse clinical cases.
How different are we?
Traditional medical knowledge on food, which forms a cultural and geographical link to client diets is not taught during the BSc course or internship. Yet, given that clients and patients are pluralist in their choices, it was observed that TDU’s expertise in offering courses that combine Ayurvedic and modern nutrition could be advantageous. The curriculum is designed to be immersive, design diets, and interact one-on-one with
physicians. Participants will receive introductory textbooks and earn one credit upon completion. This course will be offered by TDU in collaboration with the I-AIM Healthcare - a unique set up that combines university training with practical experience at the hospital.
Course Eligibility
Completed ‘Introduction to Ayurveda Dietetics’ from TDU (Grade C and above) AND
b) Completed B.Sc. Nutrition and Dietetics/ Home Science etc. including allied subjects relating to healthcare
c) Completed BAMS or MBBS, or any UG medical training recognized in India
Maximum intake of students/batch in this program: 10 / batch
Career Path
1. As a registered dietitian with knowledge of Ayurveda, you can offer holistic dietary
advice that incorporates modern nutritional science and traditional Ayurvedic
principles.
2. Creating diet plans incorporating traditional Ayurvedic knowledge and modern
nutritional science.
3. Opportunity to work with Ayurvedic physicians and modern dietitians, fostering
interdisciplinary collaboration.
Course Fee Details
Course Fee: ₹7,670/-
Fee includes:
a) Introductory textbooks and other reading materials
b) GST
Accommodation & Meals
Hostel rooms available at ₹400–₹500 per day.
Meals are available at ₹50 per meal.
FAQs
What are the dates and duration of the course?
The course lasts for 6 days, with each day comprising 7 hours of teaching and practice.
What is the daily schedule like?
Each day includes lectures, practical sessions, and clinical observations. Specific topics covered include diet planning, patient assessment, and hands-on case studies.
How will I be assessed in this course?
Assessment includes attendance (30%), task completion as noted in the training journal (50%), and a final exam and viva voce (20%).
Will I receive a certificate upon completion?
Yes, participants who complete the course will receive a certificate from TDU. This course is worth 1 credit.
Is the course available online?
No, this is an offline course as it emphasises one to one interaction with clinicians and patients.
Will I have opportunities to network with professionals in the field?
Yes, you will interact with experienced Ayurvedic doctors, dietitians, and other healthcare professionals, providing ample networking opportunities.
What materials or textbooks will be provided?
Introductory textbooks and other relevant reading materials will be provided at the start of the course to support your learning.
Can you provide a brief overview of the daily topics?
Day 1: Introduction, hospital tour, Panchakarma therapy basics, and dietary management.
Day 2: Diet planning concepts and cancer project/case study.
Day 3: Inpatient/outpatient observation and diet recall writing.
Days 4 & Day 5: Continued inpatient/outpatient observation and diet chart preparation.
Day 6: Final observations, discussing diet charts, viva voce, feedback, and certificate award.
Team Members
For more information
Official Contact
Sonia Velarsan, M.Sc., CDE, RD (Registered Dietitian)
Contact Info
wellness@tdu.edu.in
+91 7975651724
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