Ayurvedic Living Nutrition Teacher Training
Ayurvedic Living Nutrition is the first course of its kind to be presented in the western world. Combining the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda with the power of Live-Food Nutrition, the trainings offer a dynamite resource for ultimate health.
Ayurveda is a 5,000-year-old body/mind practice from India. Through a constitutional approach to healthy living, Ayurveda teaches us how to successfully tailor a nutritional program to suit individual needs.
No more struggling with one-size fits all diets. The Ayurvedic Living Nutrition Training Course offers you a unique wisdom-based approach that promises a successful and dynamic nutritional lifestyle.
Having studied and integrated the various aspects of Ayurvedic Living Nutrition you may feel called to share what they have learned with others. Certified teachers will be able to facilitate this wisdom-centered course. Each of the trainings includes practical instruction you can apply into your life.
The Trainings can be taken individually or as a diploma course. Previous culinary or Ayurvedic experience is not required. This unique educational process is for people from all walks of life who are enthusiastic about bringing the Live-Food lifestyle into their own lives and to their communities.
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Ayurvedic Living Nutrition Trainings
Ayurvedic Living Nutrition
This training is an exploration into an understanding of Living Nutrition. How it can greatly enhance the health of body, mind and spirit. For anyone who has struggled with one-size fits all diet, exercise, or psycho-emotional fads, this training offers a welcome relief with its comprehensive approach to nutrition and lifestyle practices. Ayurveda is nature's wisdom the world's oldest natural system, with over 5,000 years of traditional healing wisdom. Learn more
Raw Food Cuisine: The Joy of Live-Food Preparation
Living Cuisine is for those who are enthusiastic about learning how to create delicious raw vegan cuisine that is easy to prepare and suited for the seasonal climates. If you desire superior physical, emotional and mental health, increased energy and vitality and a conscious way of life that includes environmentally friendly cuisine this training is perfect for you. Learn more
Nutritional Herbalism
Nutritional Herbalism is practical herbal wisdom, it is for those who want to study the fundamental skills necessary to practice this ancient healing art, as well as the profound understanding of the spirit and essence of wild local plant nutrition. The training combines scientific nutritional understanding and research with practical folklore techniques to form a well-rounded study of the Art and Science of Wild Edibles. Learn more about this popular course
Earth Wisdom: Power of the Elements
For over a decade Earth Wisdom: Power of the Elements workshops and training have shown hundreds of seekers how to harness the creative power of the Five Elements to achieve their deepest desires. The body-centered practices of Shamanu: Earth Wisdom Teachings and the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda come together to offer you a powerful transformational and regenerative experience. Learn more
Ayurvedic Living Nutrition Diploma Process
To qualify for the Ayurvedic Living Nutrition Educator Diploma Course, the following pre-requisites must be completed:
Regular practice of the Live-Food Lifestyle, integrating about 80% raw and living food into your cuisine.
- Completion of the Ayurvedic Living Nutrition Training
- Completion of the Raw Food Cuisine: Joy of Live-Food Preparation Training
- Completion of the Nutritional Herbalism: Wild Food Adventure Training
- Completion of the Earth Wisdom: Power of the Elements Training
- Completion of the Ayurvedic Living Nutrition Correspondence Course
- Passing of the Correspondence course exam with an 85% or better. The exams must be completed 30 days before taking the Teacher's Training Course.
- Signing and submitting the Living Arts Institute Teacher's Path Agreement form and enrollment registration form.
Ayurvedic Living Nutrition Diploma Process is divided into three parts:
Part 1: Correspondence Course
The Correspondence course is divided into 10 chapters and presented in a binder with the essential material to provide you with the information and instruction needed to become an Ayurvedic Living Nutrition Educator.
In addition, you will receive reference books from the leaders in the field of Live Food nutrition as essential parts of your study. Upon completion of each chapter you will be asked to submit the lesson for examination and feedback.
After completing the Correspondence material you will be asked to complete a written examination to evaluate your competence and the practices and principles of Ayurvedic Living Nutrition.
The estimated time for completion of the course is one to two years. Successful completion of the trainings and Correspondence course will qualify you to attend the 5-Day Teacher Training Course.
If you do not pass the exam you may retake it. If you do not pass the second time you are required to wait six months before re-taking it and attending the Teacher Training Course. To pass the exam a requirement mark of 85% or higher. Learn more
Part 2: Completion of the Four Training Programs
- Ayurvedic Living Nutrition (Two 3-Day Trainings)
- Raw Food Cuisine: Joy of Live-Food Preparation (Two 3-Day Training)
- Nutritional Herbalism: Wild Food Adventures (Two 3-Day Trainings)
- Earth Wisdom: Power of the Elements (Two 3-Day Trainings)
The trainings must be fully completed before you will be eligible to attend the Teacher Training Course. The training programs will be available throughout the year at The Living Centre and can be taken at your convenience. See our calendar for dates
Part 3: The 3-Day Teacher Training Course
This part of the training is to ensure that you have clearly understood and integrated the course material into your life and are ready to share this information with others. Qualified participants will receive intense instruction, practice and evaluation in live-food nutrition and living cuisine technique. Teaching and speaking skills will be reviewed and support given to develop the expertise needed to facilitate the Ayurvedic Living Nutrition course.
Each student will undergo a series of testing and a final examination, both oral and written and must obtain a passing grade of 85% or better.
Upon completion of this uniquely designed educational process you will have the opportunity to become a Ayurvedic Living Nutrition Educator. As a certified instructor your relationship to The Living Arts Institute will be that of an independent contractor.
FAQ
What are the prerequisites before attending the Certification course?
Integrating an 80% minimum raw and live-food cuisine into one's life-style. Attendance and completion of:
- Ayurvedic Living Nutrition (Two 3-Day Trainings)
- Raw Food Cuisine: Joy of Live-Food Preparation (Two 3-Day Trainings)
- Nutritional Herbalism: Wild Food Adventures (Two 3-Day Trainings)
- Earth Wisdom: Power of the Elements (Two 3-Day Trainings)
- Passing the Correspondence course exams and completing all lessons with 85% or above.
- Writing a 5,000 word thesis and conducting a research project
- Completing the Teacher Training Course
- Completion of a telephone interview with Shantree or Lorenna Kacera
- Signing and submitting the Educator's Agreement.
When will I receive the Correspondence Course?
Some people realize that they want to become a Ayurvedic Living Nutrition Educator after attending one or
more trainings. The Correspondence course can be applied once you know this is the direction you wish to take. The Correspondence course provides foundational information and will support the education you receive in the trainings, and therefore, should be incorporating into your course of study as soon as is possible.
How long will it take to become certified?
All participants will have 18 months to complete the program after receiving the Ayurvedic Living Nutrition Correspondence Course.
What is required for further education? In order to retain your certification, you are required to attend the one of our nutrition trainings once every 2 years.
Do I receive discounts as an instructor?
Yes, you will receive a 10% discount on all future workshops and trainings through The Living Centre and 10% off all retail products. Also, our certified instructors receive a 10% commission for referring students for enrolment in any of the Living Arts Institute Certification Training Courses.
What does it mean to be a Living Arts Institute Educator? 
Upon completion of this uniquely designed program, the correspondence course and teachers training course you will have the opportunity to become an Ayurvedic Living Nutrition Educator.
As a certified instructor your relationship to The Living Arts Institute will be that of an independent contractor.
There are suggested prices for your classes and you are required to provide your students with teaching materials purchased from The Living Arts Institute.
We support you in teaching this course in a manner and frequency that suits your schedule. We will provide ongoing support including suggestions for promoting your services.
What does it mean to become a Living Arts Institute Practitioner?
Become a Sevenfold Path Practitioner and become credentialed to practice Ayurvedic Living Nutrition, Visionary Herbalism, Shamanu and the Sevenfold Path of Peace. Call or email for more information.
519-652-9109 or 519-652-0230
A Career in Ayurvedic Living Nutrition
Are you looking for a career that is leading edge, exciting, challenging, rewarding and responsible?
If you are enthusiastic about the Live-Food Lifestyle and would like to learn more about the transformational power of Living Nutrition, and how to share this leading edge information with others, then the Ayurvedic Living Nutrition Diploma Course is for you.
Discover how to teach and empower others to become healthier, more radiant and environmentally supportive through group and individual one-on-one trainings.
Become a part of the expanding Living Arts Institute network.
Imagine ... making a living doing what you love, while supporting others and the planet. Upon completion of your training you will be a Ayurvedic Living Educator. Career opportunities include:
- The Nutrition Industry
- Teaching and Education
- Consulting Services
- Natural Health Centers and Spas
- Health Food Stores
- Wellness Centers
- Conference and Retreat Centers
- Include in your already existing wellness practice
Is this Program for You?
If you agree to more than five of the following statements then The Living Arts Institute Living Nutrition course may be for you!
1. I want to start a successful practice as an Ayurvedic Living Nutrition Educator
2. I want professional training that will help me implement the skills and techniques to motivate and inspire others in the benefits of an Ayurvedic Living Nutrition Lifestyle.
3. I want access to the leading-edge up-to-date education from live-food nutrition's foremost thinkers and authors
4. I want to be around radiant, healthy and motivated people - who want to support others to be healthy and reach their optimal potential
5. I believe that live-food nutrition is the most natural way to live and a common sense approach
6. I believe a natural wholesome lifestyle is the key to happiness
7. I could enhance my current educational background with a natural nutritional lifestyle approach
8. I can benefit from personal growth and development
9. I see myself as a nutritional health educator
Upon completion of your training you may become a part of the Living Centre's team.
Founders & Directors of The Living Centre
Shantree Kacera, D.N., Ph.D. and Lorenna Kacera are founders and directors of The Living Centre and Living Arts Institute. Together they blend their over 35 years each, of experience to offer programs that support individuals in the practice of conscious living.
Through The Sevenfold Path to Peace, Ayurvedic Teachings, and a Live-Plant-Food-based lifestyle they support those with a passion to live healthier, happier & more spiritually fulfilled lives.
Lorenna and Shantree are internationally celebrated visionaries, authors, educators, nutritional researchers and world peace workers.
Shantree is an Ayurvedic Live-Food Nutritionist, Therapeutic & Shamanic Herbalist, and Constitutional Iridology Educator with 35 years experience in the Natural Healing Arts. He is the founder and co-director of The Living Centre (1983), and Living Arts Institute. Learn more>
Lorenna Bousquet-Kacera is the founder of Shamanu Earth Wisdom Teachings. Her passion for self-realization and the awakening of consciousness has been the guiding force in her life. Her 40 years of being both student and teacher of spirituality, wholistic healing and the 'art of living' has gifted her with a diversity of healing modalities and wisdom which she is always deeply honored and delighted to share. Learn more>
Ayurvedic Living Nutrition Dipolma Dates & Tuition
Course Investment:
- Ayurvedic Living Nutrition (Two 3-Day Trainings)
- Raw Food Cuisine: Joy of Live-Food Preparation (Two 3-Day Trainings)
- Nutritional Herbalism: Wild Food Adventures (Two 3-Day Trainings)
- Earth Wisdom: Power of the Elements (Two 3-Day Trainings)
- Certification Teacher Training Course
- The Ayurvedic Living Nutrition Correspondence Course. Prices do not include tax
Course Investment:
Save $1000 from the standard price when you pay the tuition in full upon registration
Tuition when paid in full - $3275. CAD.
Includes listed training courses, course material and an organic live-food lunch each day of the training. Accommodations, transportation and other meals are not included in the diploma process. Does not include tax.
Please call to speak with a program specialist for further information and to register:
519-652-9109 and 519-652-0230
Payment can be made by certified cheque and is due prior to receiving the Correspondence Course or attendance of your first Training. Please make cheques payable and send to:
The Living Centre
5871 Bells Rd., London, ON.,Canada, N6P 1P3
Upon completion of this uniquely designed program you will have the opportunity to become an Ayurvedic Living Nutrition Educator. As a certified instructor your relationship to The Living Arts Institute will be that of an independent contractor. We support you in teaching this course in a manner and frequency that suits your schedule. We will provide ongoing support including suggestions on promoting your services.
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