Pre-Diploma in Ayurveda (AAHW)

CTEVT
1 years
Rs.
Updated December 14, 2025

University

CTEVT

Duration

1 years

Fee

Rs.

Summary

Pre-Diploma in Ayurveda (AAHW) was a CTEVT program to train Auxiliary Ayurvedic Health Workers in preventive, diagnostic, and therapeutic skills based on Ayurvedic practices. The program has been discontinued since 2020.

Description
The program provided foundational knowledge in Ayurveda, including human anatomy, physiology, Dravyaguna-vigyana, Rasa-shastra, basic allopathic and Ayurvedic medicines, and personal hygiene. Trainees learned to assist in patient examinations, pre- and post-surgical procedures, gynecological and reproductive health care, child health, and community health promotion. Emphasis was on practical application through demonstrations and On-the-Job Training (OJT), equipping graduates for preventive, diagnostic, and therapeutic roles at basic technical levels in the health sector.

 

Description

Curricular Structure (overview)

ComponentDetails
TheoryAnatomy, physiology, Dravyaguna-vigyana, Rasa-shastra, basic Ayurveda and allopathy, hygiene, community health
PracticalPatient examination, diagnostic procedures, first aid, pre/post-surgical assistance, gynecological and child health care
On-the-Job Training (OJT)Supervised placement in hospitals, health posts, or Ayurvedic institutions
EvaluationInternal assessments, practical exams, and final examination

 

 

Features

Features

  • Duration: 18 months (including 12 weeks/480 hours compulsory OJT).
  • Maximum 40 students per batch.
  • Medium of instruction: English and/or Nepali.
  • Minimum 90% attendance required for theory and practical classes.
  • Competency-based training with practical and field exposure emphasized.

 

Admission Process

Eligibility

  • SEE pass.
  • Pass CTEVT-administered entrance examination.
  • Selection based on merit list.
  • Quotas applied for female, Dalit, Janajati, conflict-affected, and disadvantaged groups.

 

Job Prospects

Job prospects

  • Eligible for Non-gazetted 2nd class/Level 4 (technical) positions as Auxiliary Ayurvedic Health Worker.
  • Registration eligibility with Nepal Ayurveda Medical Council or Nepal Health Professional Council.
  • Pathway to study Certificate in Medical Science (Ayurveda and General Medicine).