Diploma in Naturopathy & Yogic Sciences (DNYS)
Course Overview (2 Years)
The program focuses on natural healing methods and yoga-based therapies rather than modern allopathic medicine.
Key subjects taught:
- Basics of Naturopathy & Philosophy of Natural Healing
- Anatomy & Physiology (basic)
- Nutrition & Diet Therapy
- Hydrotherapy & Mud Therapy
- Massage Therapy
- Fasting Therapy
- Acupressure & Reflexology (introductory)
- Yoga Asanas & Pranayama
- Meditation & Stress Management
- Patient Counseling & Case Management
- It includes theory + practical training + internship in naturopathy centres/yoga clinics.
Career Scope After D.N.Y.S.
You can work as:
- Naturopathy Therapist / Assistant
- Yoga Instructor / Yoga Therapist
- Wellness & Lifestyle Coach
- Assistant in Naturopathy Hospitals, Health Resorts, Wellness Spas
- Community Health Worker / Trainer for Stress Management & Lifestyle Disorders
- Naturopathy Hospitals & Wellness Centres Yoga & Fitness Studios
- Resorts / Spas / Health Retreats
- Corporate Wellness Programs
- NGOs promoting natural health & yoga Schools / Colleges as Yoga Teachers
- ₹12,000 – ₹25,000/month (private centres, wellness clinics)
- Higher income possible if you start your own practice or classes
Future Scope & Growth
Higher Studies / Specialization:
- Bachelor of Naturopathy & Yogic Sciences (BNYS – 5½ year medical course)
- B.Sc in Yoga & Naturopathy
- Post Graduate Diploma in Yoga Therapy / Naturopathy
- High demand for trained Yoga & Wellness professionals in USA, Europe, Middle East. Teaching yoga classes abroad or working in health resorts can bring ₹1.5–3 lakh/month depending on location.
Government Jobs
- AYUSH department, Health & Wellness Centres, Govt Schools (Yoga Instructor posts)
- District health programs promoting yoga & lifestyle medicine
- Private Practice / Entrepreneurship Open your own
- Yoga/Naturopathy clinic, Health Retreat, or online yoga coaching.
- With experience, become a consultant for lifestyle diseases (diabetes, obesity, stress).