AYURSCALP™ SHIRODHARA Diploma

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The AYURSCALP™ SHIRODHARA Diploma is a professional practitioner qualification designed to combine traditional Ayurvedic wisdom with modern professional practice standards in the safe and effective delivery of Shirodhara therapy.
AYURSCALP™ focuses on the traditional Ayurvedic practice of warm oil flow across the forehead and scalp combined with professional consultation, client care, therapeutic preparation techniques, marma awareness, head massage, treatment planning and practitioner development.
The programme provides learners with sound theoretical foundations before progressing into practical treatment preparation, specialist Shirodhara equipment use, oil selection, treatment delivery and professional practice.
Learners develop the skills required to safely assess clients, select appropriate oils, deliver
professional AYURSCALP™ treatments and maintain high standards of ethical practice.
Upon successful completion, learners will possess both the knowledge and practical competence required to offer AYURSCALP™ treatments within professional holistic, wellness, spa and complementary therapy settings.

Course Modules Include

Module 1 Foundations of Ayurveda & Shirodhara
Module 2 Anatomy & Physiology of the Head, Scalp, Hair and Forehead
Module 3 Professional Practice, Consultation & Client Care
Module 4 Health, Safety, Hygiene & Treatment Environment
Module 5 Consultation, Assessment & Personalised Treatment Planning
Module 6 Ayurvedic Oils, Dosha Assessment & Professional Oil Selection
Module 7 Shirodhara Equipment, Setup & Treatment Preparation
Module 8 Practical AYURSHIRODHARA™ Treatment Delivery
Module 9 Case Studies, Treatment Planning & Practitioner Development
Module 10 Aftercare, Insurance, Professional Practice & Career Development

This qualification forms part of the wider AYURSIGNATURE™ Professional Practitioner Pathway delivered through Country Zen Academy.

Theory Delivery

Student Training manual
Guided home study
Workbook Activities
Tutor Support
Theory Assessment

Practical Delivery

In-Person practical Training
Tutor demonstrations
guide practical exercises
supervised practice
Practical Assessment

Training is delivered in small groups of no more than four learners, this is to provide individual guidance, supervision and feedback.

Pre-Course Requirements

Applicants must:
• Be aged 18 years or over
• Hold a recognised Level 3 Body Massage Qualification, Indian Head Massage
Qualification, Beauty Therapy Qualification or equivalent practitioner training
• Possess a reasonable standard of written and spoken English
• Demonstrate commitment to professional practice

Suitable For
• Holistic Therapists
• Complementary Therapists
• Spa Practitioners
• Wellness Practitioners
• Ayurvedic Therapists
• Massage Therapists
• Beauty Professionals
• Energy Therapy Practitioners
Previous Ayurvedic knowledge is beneficial but not essential.

Procedures if a Learner Does Not Meet The Required Standards

Country Zen Academy follows a fair and supportive reassessment procedure.

Where a Learner Does Not meet The required Standard:

Personal feedback is provided
Areas for improvement are clearly identified
Additional tutoring and support are offered
Further practical development may be recommended
additional case studies may be assigned
Reassessment is available once the learner is ready
The first reassessment opportunity is provided free of charge

Insurance and Professional Responsibilities
Successful completion of the course does not automatically provide professional insurance cover.

Practitioners are responsible for:
• Obtaining appropriate professional insurance
• Working within their scope of training and competence
• Maintaining accurate client consultation and treatment records
• Following insurer requirements and conditions
• Adhering to professional and ethical standards
• Maintaining confidentiality and GDPR compliance
• Operating within the non-clinical wellness scope of practice

Certification

Upon successful completion of all required theory assessments, practical assessments, portfolio evidence and case study requirements, learners will receive the:

The AYURSCALP™ SHIRODHARA Diploma

Professional Designation
Certified AYURSCALP™ Practitioner Certification is issued following confirmation of:
• Successful completion of all modules
• Completion of workbook activities
• Completion of practical assessments
• Completion of three case studies
• Completion of minimum nine documented treatments
• Achievement of all learning outcomes
• Achievement of 85% pass mark