Ayurveda
Career in Ayurveda
The word Ayurveda has originated from the two Sanskrit words, 'Ayur' meaning life and 'Veda' meaning knowledge, which collectively goes as knowledge of life. Ayurveda is one of the oldest treatments which have been originated around 600 BC in India. Ayurveda holds the rudimentary knowledge about various treatments and remedies. Ayurveda practiced by special physicians called 'Vaidyas' is known to promote positive health and natural beauty with a vision of long life.
Key to Success
To be successful in Ayurveda you should have/ develop:
- Above average intelligence
- Knowledge of Sanskirt
- A caring nature
- Self confidence
Scope and Opportunities
In this field job opportunities are prevalent; both in India and abroad. An Ayurvedic practitioner can work as medical officer/doctor at government and private Ayurvedic hospitals. One can practice personally also, and if needed can open his/her own retail shop of Ayurveda medicines. They can also find employment as supervisors in 'Panch Karma' (Ayurvedic massage) / health centers. Ayurvedic doctors are always in demand by Ayurvedic oriented industries that prepares or manufactures Ayurvedic related products, cosmetics and medicines.
Lifestyle & Social Status
- A doctor's profession involves a lot of hard work and at the same time, it gives the satisfaction of curing patients at times even saving lives. It is a very demanding profession. To be in this profession is more a responsibility than a privilege. It is more of what you can give the community than what you can get from it.
Career Path
Job Profile
The fresh graduates or post graduates of Ayurveda are generally employed in Ayurvedic hospitals or clinics both private and government as-
- Junior doctors
- Junior surgeons
- Colleges and institutions in India that bestow education in this discipline
- Own private clinic in a well-populated, neighborhood which lead to earn good remuneration
- Can own retail shop of Ayurveda medicines
What are the key skills required for Ayurveda
Skill set
- Good communication skills
- Counseling skills
- Ability to make critical decisions after weighing up relevant factors
Work Value
- Responsibility
- Flexible
What are the career opportunities in Ayurveda
Current Job Scenario
- In government Ayurveda hospitals one can earn between Rs.8000 - 13500 PM for BAMS graduates
- Tutors in Ayurveda colleges get paid more than Rs 8000/- PM
- In private practice the remuneration depends totally dedication and competent against practitioners
Top Recruiters
- Government & Private hospitals
- Medical Colleges & Institutes
- Panch karma Massage/Health Centres