


Become a Certified Yoga Professional from the
Ministry of AYUSH, Govt. of India
Need of Certification & Accreditation for Yoga Professionals
Yoga Certification Board, established by Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India, is the only Board which has been set up by any Government for certification in the field of Yoga. Yoga Certification Board in its objectives to bring synergy, quality and uniformity in knowledge and skills of Yoga professionals across the world. The YCB certifies Yoga professionals under various levels and category so that the Yoga Professionals can select the level and category as per their skills and competences. The competences range from Yoga Protocol Instructor to Yoga Master under the category of Yoga Education and Training.
About the Scheme
- The Scheme for Voluntary Certification of Yoga Professionals is mentored by Yoga Certification Board (YCB) and owned by Ministry of AYUSH (Govt. of India).
- This scheme has a set of requirements as criteria against which candidates shall be evaluated in order to being certified as Yoga Professionals.
- No restriction on age, qualification, training or experience to appear for assessment.
Certification Benefits:
- Recognized by the Government of India
- Internationally Recognized & Acclaimed
- Certified Candidates are listed on website of Yoga Certification Board
- Employment Opportunities in Government Schools & Colleges Employment in Yoga institutions in India and abroad
Choose your Yoga Professional Certification & Join the Proud Yoga Professionals
1. Yoga Volunteer (YV)
Anandabodh Institute of Yoga Studio conducting online & offline Training classes for “Yoga Certification Course” in both Malayalam & English Languages. After completion of training, certificate of “Yoga Volunteer” will be awarded by PQMS, YCB, Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India.
The Yoga Certification Board (YCB), Ministry of AYUSH, Govt. of India has initiated the “Yoga Volunteer Training Program” at the national and international level. This offers an opportunity to the participants to obtain a “Yoga Volunteer” certificate from the Yoga certification Board, the country’s highest body for certification in the field of yoga. The Yoga Volunteer Certificate is valid in India as well as all over the world.
Benefits to Candidates:
- Certificate will be awarded by PQMS, YCB, Ministry of AYUSH, Govt. of India.
- Internationally Recognized
- Participate in International Day of Yoga
- Fit India Movement
- Teach at Parks, Fitness Centre’s, Gym, Schools
- Understanding about Fundamental, History, Philosophy and traditional practices of Yoga
- Health & Wellness Benefits
Duration of Training: Equivalent to not less than 36 hours.
(1260 Minutes Live Class, 800 Minutes Study Materials, 97 Minutes Recorded Videos)
Eligibility: There are no eligibility criteria for this certification. It is open for all candidates.
Age: No age limit
Certification of Yoga Volunteer: After completion of 36 Hrs. training, Certificate of “Yoga Volunteer” by PQMS, YCB, Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India will be awarded. The candidate who has 80% attendance in the class shall be eligible for certification.
2. Yoga Protocol Instructor (YPI)
Level – 1 Yoga Protocol Instructor (YPI)
Brief Role Description:
Certified Yoga Professionals (Yoga Protocol Instructor, Level 1) can teach basics of Yoga / common Yoga protocol developed by the Ministry of AYUSH for International Day of Yoga for prevention of diseases and promotion of health. They can conduct Yoga practice / classes in parks, societies, RWA etc.
Personal Attributes:
The job requires individual to have good communication skills, time management skills and ability to understand the body language of the trainees. The job requires individual to possess key qualities such as self-discipline, confidence, maturity, patience, compassion, active listening, time management, empathy, language proficiency.
Requirement / Eligibility:
- For open candidates there is no eligibility criteria
- For admission in the course it is suggested/ desired that the candidate should have passed 10th standard / secondary school certificate from a recognized board or equivalent. However, the Yoga Institutions can define their own eligibility
Duration of course |
Part time course |
Full time course |
Credit points for certificate |
Mark Distribution |
Not less than |
Not less than |
Not less than |
12 credits |
Total Marks: 200 |
Marks Distribution
THEORY:
Unit No |
Unit Name |
Marks |
1 |
Introduction to Yoga and Yogic Practices |
20 |
2 |
Introduction to Yoga Texts |
20 |
3 |
Yoga for Health Promotion |
20 |
Total |
60 |
PRACTICAL:
Unit No |
Practical Work |
Marks |
1 |
Demonstration Skills |
80 |
2 |
Teaching Skills |
40 |
3 |
Application of knowledge |
10 |
4 |
Field Experience |
10 |
Total |
140 |
3. Yoga Wellness Instructor (YWI)
Level – 2 Yoga Wellness Instructor (YWI)
Brief Role Description:
Certified Yoga Professionals (Yoga Wellness Instructor, Level 2) to teach Yoga for prevention of illness and promotion of wellness in schools, Yoga studios, work places, Yoga wellness centers/ Primary Health care centers etc.
Personal Attributes:
The job requires individual to have good communication skills, time management skills and ability to understand the body language of the trainees. The job requires individual to possess key qualities such as self-discipline, confidence, maturity, patience, compassion, active listening, time management, empathy, language proficiency.
Requirement / Eligibility:
- For open candidates there is no eligibility criteria
- For admission in the course it is suggested/ desired that the candidate should have passed 10th standard / secondary school certificate from a recognized board or equivalent. However, the Yoga Institutions can define their own eligibility.
Duration of course |
Part time course |
Full time course |
Credit points for certificate |
Mark Distribution |
Not less than |
Not less than |
Not less than |
24 credits |
Total Marks: 200 |
Marks Distribution
THEORY:
Unit No |
Unit Name |
Marks |
1 |
Introduction to Yoga and Yogic Practices |
20 |
2 |
Introduction to Yoga Texts |
20 |
3 |
Yoga for Wellness |
20 |
Total |
60 |
PRACTICAL:
Unit No |
Practical Work |
Marks |
1 |
Demonstration Skills |
80 |
2 |
Teaching Skills |
40 |
3 |
Application of knowledge |
10 |
4 |
Field Experience |
10 |
Total |
140 |
4. Yoga Teacher and Evaluator (YT&E)
Yoga Teacher and Evaluator (YT&E), Level – 3
Brief Role Description:
Master Trainers in Yoga educational Institutions, Yoga training Courses and training. He/she can also act as Evaluator and assessor of Yoga professionals. Can teach in studios, Institutions, colleges/ universities/ Institutions of higher Learning.
Personal Attributes:
The job requires individual to have good communication skills, time management skills and ability to understand the body language of the trainees. The job requires individual to possess key qualities such as self-discipline, confidence, maturity, patience, compassion, active listening, time management, empathy, language proficiency, engaging with students, dedication to teaching, ability to build caring relationships with students, friendly and approachable, independent, credibility, analytical skills, etc.
Requirement / Eligibility:
- For open candidates there is no eligibility criteria
- For admission in the course it is suggested/desired that the candidate should be graduate in any stream from a recognized University or equivalent. However, the Yoga Institutions can define their own eligibility.
Duration of course |
Part time course |
Full time course |
Credit points for certificate |
Mark Distribution |
Not less than |
Not less than |
Not less than |
46 credits |
Total Marks: 200 |
Marks Distribution
THEORY:
Unit No |
Unit Name |
Marks |
1 |
Foundation of Yoga |
20 |
2 |
Introduction to Yoga Texts |
20 |
3 |
Yoga for Health |
20 |
4 |
Applied Yoga |
20 |
Total |
80 |
PRACTICAL:
Unit No |
Practical Work |
Marks |
1 |
Demonstration Skills |
60 |
2 |
Teaching Skills |
20 |
3 |
Evaluation Skill |
20 |
4 |
Application of knowledge |
10 |
5 |
Field Experience |
10 |
Total |
120 |
5. Yoga Master (YM)
Yoga Master (YM)
Brief Role Description:
Certified Yoga Professionals (Yoga Master) will act as Master Educator / Trainer in Yoga educational programs & skilled professionals can teach, evaluate & assess for all levels & will be a guiding force.
Personal Attributes:
The job requires individual to have good communication skills, time management skills and ability to understand the body language of the trainees. The job requires individual to possess key qualities such as self-discipline, confidence, maturity, patience, compassion, active listening, time management, empathy, language proficiency, engaging with students, dedication to teaching, ability to build caring relationships with students, friendly and approachable, independent, credibility, analytical skills, etc.
Requirement / Eligibility:
- For open candidates there is no eligibility criteria
- For admission in the course it is suggested/desired that the candidate should be graduate in any stream from a recognized University or equivalent. However, the Yoga Institutions can define their own eligibility.
Duration of course |
Credit points for certificate |
Mark Distribution |
Not less than 1600 hrs |
92 credits |
Total Marks: 200 |
Marks Distribution
THEORY:
Unit No |
Unit Name |
Marks |
1 |
Philosophical Foundation of Yoga |
30 |
2 |
Principles and Practices of Yoga in Traditional Texts |
30 |
3 |
Allied Science |
30 |
4 |
Applied Yoga |
30 |
Total |
120 |
PRACTICAL:
Unit No |
Practical Work |
Marks |
1 |
Demonstration Skills |
15 |
2 |
Teaching Skills |
15 |
3 |
Evaluation Skills |
20 |
4 |
Application of knowledge |
20 |
5 |
Field Experience |
10 |
Total |
80 |
NOTE:
The students who have done PG, M.Sc. in Yoga from the YCB accredited institute, will be given exemption of 10 marks in field experience work. The candidate will be awarded field experience marks after producing certified copy of field experience from his/her institute.
6. Assistant Yoga Therapist(AYTH)
Brief Role Description
Certified Yoga Professionals (Assistant Yoga Therapist) can work under supervision of Certified Physician or Certified Yoga Therapist & Yoga Consultant on specific disorders
Requirement / Eligibility
There is no eligibility criteria for this certification. It is open for all candidates. To appear in this certification, it is suggested/desired that the candidate should have passed 10th standard / secondary school certificate from a recognized board or equivalent.
MINIMUM AGE: No age limit
Personal Attributes
The job requires individual to have good communication skills, time management skills and ability to understand the body language of the trainees. The job requires individual to possess key qualities such as self-discipline, confidence, maturity, patience, compassion, active listening, time management, empathetic, language proficiency.
Marks Distribution
THEORY:
Unit No |
Unit Name |
Marks |
1 |
Basic Principles of Yoga Therapy |
15 |
2 |
Yoga Therapy in Traditional Yoga Texts |
15 |
3 |
General Anatomy and Physiology |
15 |
4 |
Yoga and Allied Science |
15 |
Total |
60 |
PRACTICAL:
Unit No |
Practical Work |
Marks |
1 |
Demonstration Skills |
80 |
2 |
Teaching Skills |
20 |
3 |
Application of knowledge |
30 |
4 |
Field Experience |
10 |
Total |
140 |
7. Yoga Therapist(YTH)
Brief Role Description
Certified Yoga Professionals (Yoga Therapist) can work along with Certified Physician or Certified Therapeutic Yoga Consultant to give Yoga Therapy on all disorders
Requirement / Eligibility
There is no eligibility criteria for this certification. It is open for all candidates. To appear in this certification, it is suggested/ desired that the candidate should have passed 10th standard / secondary school certificate from a recognized board or equivalent.
Personal Attributes
The job requires individual to have Good communication skills, time management and ability to understand the body language of the trainees. Self discipline confidence, maturity, patience, compassion, active listening, empathetic, and proficiency in language.
Duration of course |
Credit points for certificate |
Mark Distribution |
46 credits |
Total Marks: 200 |
Marks Distribution
THEORY:
Unit No |
Unit name |
Marks |
1 |
Yoga and Human Body |
25 |
2 |
Fundamental Principles of Yoga Therapy |
25 |
3 |
Application of Yoga Therapy in Traditional Yoga Texts |
25 |
4 |
Physiological and Psychological Effects of Hatha Yoga Practices |
25 |
Total |
100 |
PRACTICAL:
Unit No |
Practical Work |
Marks |
1 |
Demonstration Skills |
20 |
2 |
Teaching Skills |
20 |
3 |
Evaluation Skills |
20 |
4 |
Application of knowledge |
20 |
5 |
Field Experience |
20 |
Total |
100 |
Assessment Guidelines
Assessment and skill test of Yoga professionals shall be based on the syllabus approved by YCB for various certifications. Assessment of Yoga Professionals under all the types of certification except Yoga Volunteer will be in two stages – Theory and Practical. Assessment of Yoga professionals appearing for certification under Yoga Volunteer will be based on Training only.
PQMS PrCB shall conduct examination for the candidates as and when deemed fit by PQMS PrCB, at location decided by PQMS PrCB.
Anandabodh Institute of Yoga Studio shall furnish information/documents related to registration of candidates for Yoga certification in various levels and responsible for awareness of Yoga Certification Scheme.
Fee Structure
For Indian Citizens (in INR) |
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Certification |
Total Fee |
Repeated Candidate Fee |
Re-Appear Fee Theory |
|
Yoga Protocol Instructor |
3,835.00 |
3,245.00 |
1,298.00 |
|
Yoga Wellness Instructor |
5,605.00 |
4,425.00 |
1,770.00 |
|
Yoga Teacher & Evaluator |
7,375.00 |
5,605.00 |
2,242.00 |
|
Yoga Master |
9,735.00 |
6,785.00 |
2,714.00 |
|
Assistant Yoga Therapist |
7,375.00 |
5,605.00 |
2,242.00 |
|
Yoga Therapist |
8,555.00 |
6,195.00 |
2,478.00 |
For Foreign Citizens (in USD) |
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Certification |
Total Fee |
Repeated Candidate Fee |
Re-Appear Fee Theory |
|
Yoga Protocol Instructor |
177.00 |
118.00 |
47.20 |
|
Yoga Wellness Instructor |
206.50 |
118.00 |
47.20 |
|
Yoga Teacher & Evaluator |
236.00 |
118.00 |
47.20 |
|
Yoga Master |
295.00 |
118.00 |
47.20 |
|
Assistant Yoga Therapist |
236.00 |
118.00 |
47.20 |
|
Yoga Therapist |
236.00 |
118.00 |
47.20 |