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600 Hour and 200 Hour Teacher Training Certification
Teacher Training students have the option of our comprehensive 600 hour program
which can be completed in a minimum of 3 years or our 200 hour program which
can be completed in a minimum of one year. These programs are registered with
Yoga Alliance as a RYT-500 and a RYT-200, respectively. Both programs begin with
our Level One curriculum, which is supported through our web-based home study,
mentoring, and the training presented at the annual retreat. After attending
the Level One retreat and completing the home study assignments associated with
it, the student has the option of completing the 200 Hour certification and/or
continuing with the Level two and Level three phases of the 600 Hour program
(see Certification Path).
Continuing Studies
 Continuing Studies students will receive the
same high quality instruction as those in teacher training with
no testing requirements. Students can sign up for 1 or 2 weeks
of the annual retreat. All credit hours will be tracked and
can later be applied to teacher certification if the student
wishes. The student will have access to the members-only web
site and can register for the entire 600 Hour program or register
for Level One initially and progress through the program at
their pace.
Deepening Levels
The student will progress through three study levels becoming
gradually more aware of the subtle layers of personality.
Swami Rama defined this growth process as the attainment of
some degree of disentanglement from attachments, allowing
one to see that which s/he was previously "blind to":
Level One - Awareness: exploration and self-acceptance
Level Two - Control: mindfulness and regulation
of emotions
Level Three - Synthesis: harmonious whole
personality
Program Pace
The program pace can be established individually
by each student. The minimum time to complete each level is
one year; however, due to life's responsibilities the student,
with their mentors consent, may personalize the duration for
each level.
 Spiritual Guidance
The program provides satsanga (company of like-minded seekers)
and personal guidance from senior teachers. This is uniquely
implemented through our mentorship program and our innovative
members-only web site. When the student is ready to deepen
their spiritual practice, they will request initiation. Initiation
in the Himalayan Yoga Meditative Tradition is a direct transmission
of the energy of Consciousness from a qualified preceptor.
From that time forward, the student will receive additional
spiritual guidance from the preceptor. By the advanced level,
yoga teachers may wish to continue their studies in Rishikesh,
India and become disciples of the Himalayan Tradition gaining
a deep knowledge of the Tradition, its practices and its texts
and scriptures.
How does the 600 Hour program work?
Participants attend three two-week intensive retreats at one
of our International locations. In addition, before certification,
many students enjoy a short stay at Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama
in Rishikesh, India and become an initiate in the Tradition
(see
Certification Path).
Students complete a 3 level comprehensive Home Study Program
of guided self-study with support from a local mentor and senior
teachers through our members-only web site. The student's progression
through the home study is managed interactively and supported
by an active discussion board. The board is utilized by students
and mentors worldwide and monitored by senior teachers.
Registered
students have access to our online Student Library of Home Study
assignments, detailed curriculum, audio lectures (MP3), transcripts
of Swami Veda's Lectures, booklets, and articles (see program
features).
• 600 Hour Teacher Training Certification: $2,400
US
• 200 Hour Teacher Training Certification: $1,400
US
• Continuing Studies: $2,400 US
The 600 Hour and Continuing Studies tuition can be paid in
3 segments as the student progresses beginning with Level One,
then Level Two, and finishing with Level Three. The tuition
rate is subject to change on an annual basis; therefore, it
is suggested that all 3 levels be paid at the time of acceptance
into the program. The current tuition rate per level is $800.
This rate is the same whether you enroll as a continuing studies
student or a teacher training student. Additional to tuition
is the cost of books, travel, and room and board for retreats.
A small number of scholarships are available.
 "Please remember to be an effective teacher, you have to be
an effective person overall." Swami Veda, has designed
this multifaceted program to guide you through the personal
development, the academic knowledge, and the practical experience
you need to become an effective Yoga Teacher. Please complete
and submit the following application. Our acceptance process
is normally completed within 14 calendar days. You will receive
an email upon our receipt of your application.
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