Levels of Accreditation

a. Level-I (Listing of Training Courses): This option involves creating an inventory of training courses available globally in Ayurveda. The purpose is to compile a comprehensive list of courses, with the ultimate goal of bringing them under the framework of accreditation. This initial step helps in identifying and cataloguing existing training opportunities in Ayurveda.

b. Level-II (Self-Declaration of Conformity to Basic Accreditation Standard): Training providers have the opportunity to assess themselves against the prescribed Basic Accreditation Standard. They can self-declare the conformity based on their self-assessment without any external intervention by the Ayurveda Training Accreditation Board (ATAB) or any third party. This option allows institutions to evaluate their adherence to accreditation standards.

c. Level-III (Basic Accreditation of Ayurveda Courses): Under this level, training providers can apply for formal accreditation of their Ayurveda courses through independent assessments conducted by ATAB. The accreditation process involves assessing the training provider's compliance with the prescribed ATAB Basic Accreditation Standards. This level offers formal accreditation of the quality and standardization of Ayurveda courses, enhancing their credibility and value.

d. Level-IV (Advanced Level of Accreditation): Under this level, ATAB will develop its own Ayurveda Training courses, as per national and international requirements, towards capacity building and skill enhancement for Certification of Professionals in India and abroad in the field of Ayurveda. The training institutes having ATAB accreditation of Ayurveda courses can opt for ATAB Ayurveda training courses and conduct the courses for skill enhancement. The course curriculum, eligibility, HR and other infrastructure requirements, charges, examination pattern and certification will be provided by ATAB only.
As on date, the taskforce under Technical committee of ATAB are working on developing Ayurveda training course curriculum on six Ayurveda subject/ relevant topics for certification of Professionals.

Note: Level-I and Level-II do not provide any sort of accreditation to the Ayurveda courses of the institutions by ATAB.

These options provide flexibility for training providers/institutions to engage with the accreditation process according to their readiness and resources. They can choose the level of involvement that best suits their needs and objectives, whether it's simply listing their courses, conducting self-assessment, or pursuing formal accreditation. Overall, this initiative aims to improve the quality and standardization of Ayurveda training courses, ultimately benefiting students and practitioners worldwide.