The Scheme for Voluntary Certification of Yoga Professionals has been developed by the Quality Council of India at the behest and with the support of the Ministry of AYUSH. It envisages certification by independent third party personnel certification bodies duly accredited as per international standard ISO 17024 by NABCB.
SYAAT focuses on developing & multiplying competent but quality Yoga teachers/trainers/ promoters to maintain self-discipline in the operations of the Yoga all around.
Benefits of Personnel Certification:
- This Certification Scheme is monitored by the Ministry of AYUSH, Govt. of India
- The certification helps in promoting Yoga as a career skill which till date is an unorganized career option.
- It is the only certificate owned by the Government of India in the field of Yoga
- Certification will be globally recognized.
- The certification is done by an independent third party.
- Soon recruiters and the General public will become aware of the value of this certification.
- Entry in the All India Registry of Certified Yoga Professionals on YCB/ IYA websites which can be accessed by anyone.
- Employment in Yoga institutions across the globe.
Opportunities for Professionals:
- Yoga Studios
- Schools (Government and Private)
- Gyms and Fitness Centres
- Senior Care Facilities
- Corporate Offices
- Travel and Teach Internationally at Health Cares, Spas, and Hotels
Certification Process:
- Individual persons are certified as Yoga professionals for teaching Yoga either as a self-employed or as an employee of a Yoga teaching/training institution.
Evaluation Criteria for Level 1- Yoga Instructor
| KNOWLEDGE | ||
| Sl. No. | Subject Name | Weightage (%) |
| 1 | Introduction to Yoga and Yogic Practices | 15 |
| 2 | Introduction to Human Body and Psyche | 15 |
| SKILL | ||
| 3 | Yogic Sukshma Vyayama, Suryanamaskar and Knowledge about Shat Kriya | 10 |
| 4 | Asana | 25 |
| 5 | Pranayama and Meditation | 15 |
| 6 | Instructing the students, Instructing skills | 20 |
| TOTAL | 100 | |
Evaluation Criteria for Level 2- Yoga Teacher
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KNOWLEDGE |
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| Sl. No. | Subject Name | Weightage (%) |
| 1 | Principles and Fundamentals of Yoga | 20 |
| 2 | Introduction to Yoga Texts | 10 |
| 3 | Application of Yoga-Anatomy, Physiology, Psychology & Diet | 10 |
| 4 | Communication | 10 |
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SKILL |
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| 5 | Yogic Sukshma Vyayama and Shat Kriya | 10 |
| 6 | Surya Namaskar and Yoga-asana | 20 |
| 7 | Pranayama and Meditation | 10 |
| 8 | Teaching- practice, techniques & delivery | 10 |
| TOTAL | 100 | |
- The Evaluation Method shall be a combination of Written Examination, Oral Interview, and Demonstration.
- The certification shall be for a period of 3 years from the date of decision to grant the certification.
Syllabus:
| Sr. No. | Name | |
| 1 | Syllabus (Level -1) Yoga Protocol Instructor | Download |
| 2 | Syllabus (Level-2) Yoga Wellness Instructor | Download |
| 3 | Syllabus (Level-3) Yoga Teacher and Evaluator | Download |
Guideline for Yoga Professionals (Click Here)
Fees Structure:
| Particulars | Enrollment | Fee(inc.18% GST) | Total | Reappear Fee | For Foreign Students |
| Level 1 | Rs 500 | 2360 | 2860 | 1000 | $350 |
| Level 2 | Rs 1000 | 3540 | 4540 | 1500 | $450 |
| Level 3 | Rs 1500 | 4720 | 6220 | 2000 | $550 |
