PGMCDU- Mid Career Programs

Mid Career Programs

Certificate Course in Acupuncture

The world health organization (WHO) recognized its effectiveness and recommends the inclusion of acupuncture in to the National Health System in order to reduce the pressure of the high cost of some conventional treatments. According to them 113 countries world wide recognized and practice acupuncture. Acupuncture as a distinct therapeutic system which is recognized by law in 12 EU Member States, ie Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Denmark, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Latvia, Portugal, Slovenia and Spain. It has being noticed the physicians qualified in Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani and Sri Lankan traditional medicine field are incorporating this method to their clinical practice. Certain education institutions conduct coursers for Acupuncture which may needed more standards and moderation. As a faculty of leading government University in Sri Lanka, we consider it is as our duty to empower over own alumina and other medical practitioners with correct and updated knowledge.

Certificate course in Acupuncture is conducted by the Department of Ayurveda Surgery, ENT, Ophthalmology and Gynecology, Obstetrics and Pediatrics, Faculty of Indigenous Medicine, University of Colombo.

Eligibility Criteria Duration Medium Programme Fee
The following are the eligibility criteria of the Certificate Course in Acupuncture

1.      Registered Medical Practitioners of any medical field recognized by Government of Sri Lanka

2.      Intern & Pre intern Medical students

06 Months (Weekends) English Rs.70,000/=

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Certificate Course in Astrology

Eligibility Criteria Duration Medium Programme Fee
The following are the eligibility criteria of the Certificate course in Astrology

1.The candidate must have taken the G.C.E Ordinary Level or an equivalent examination

14 Days (40 Hours) English and Sinhala Application Fee : Rs. 2000/=

Course Fee : Rs.40,000/=

 

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Certificate course in Ayurveda psychology

Ayurveda is a holistic science that acknowledges the body-mind correlation. Ayurvedic psychology focus on prevention, gentle intervention and do not stigmatize mental health. In Ayurveda, overall dosha imbalances are corrected through palliative measures like herbs and modifications in lifestyle and nutrition as well as cleansing with therapies like Abhyanga, Shiro dhara and Panchakarma. Spiritual therapies like prayer, mantra and chanting based on one’s own belief system, psycho-behavior therapy and mental hygiene practices are advised. At the same time, Ayurveda relies heavily on Yoga, Meditation, Pranayama and Marma to enhance mental health. Most of the foreigners prefer these practices related with Ayurveda psychology to boost their physical, mental and spiritual well-being. Hence, popularizing Ayurveda psychology among them and showing fruitfulness may indirectly enhance the tourism industry of Sri Lanka. In addition, as a government sector institute, Faculty of Indigenous Medicine, University of Colombo can increase the generated funds which support the government economy. Thus, the Certificate Course in Ayurveda Psychology is created to gain the above- mentioned benefits recognizing the fact that our ultimate strength lies within our own consciousness.

Eligibility Criteria Duration Medium Programme Fee
The following are the eligibility criteria of the Certificate Course in Ayurveda Psychology

1. GCE (O/L) with 03 credits for any subjects

03 Months

Online Lectures(Weekends 07-09 pm) and Practical (Weekends)

English and Sinhala Application fee: Rs.2000/=

Course Fee: Rs.38,000/=

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Certificate course in Massage Therapy

Eligibility Criteria Duration Medium Programme Fee
The following are the eligibility criteria of the Certificate Course in Massage Theraphy

1.GCE Ordinary Level Examination with 2 passes for Language and Mathematics, not exceeding in 2 times
2.Two year experience in the relevant field

Four moths (Sunday) English and Sinhala Course Fee: Rs.100,000/= (net) (Payable in two installments) Foreigners : 700 US dollars

 

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Certificate course in Yoga Therapy

Eligibility Criteria Duration Medium Programme Fee
The following are the eligibility criteria of the Certificate Course in Yoga Therapy

1. The candidate are required to Pass the GCE (O/L) Examination with 03 Credit Passes for any subject or acceptable qualification in yoga field
2. The candidate needs to be 18 years of age to be able to join the Certificate Course Yoga
3. Candidates will be expected to have the English language skills
4. Candidates should be medically fit and sound

04 Months (Saturday 08.00 AM to 01.00 PM) English Application Fee : Rs. 2000/=

Course Fee : Rs.60,000/=

 

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Certificate Course on Hijama (Cupping Therapy) and Irsal e Alaq (Leech Therapy)

Eligibility Criteria Duration Medium Programme Fee
The following are the eligibility criteria of the Certificate Course on Hijamah (Cupping Therapy) and Irsal-E-Alaq(Leech Therapy)

BUMS/BAMS/BSMS or Equivalent qualifications recognized by faculty board of Faculty of Indigenous Medicine

The candidates who meet the eligibility requirements and who are successful at the interview will be admitted to the program

3 Months (Conducted on Sunday) English assisted with Tamil/ Sinhala Application Fee: Rs.2000/= Course Fee: Rs.40,000/=

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Certificate in Ayurveda Pharmacy

Eligibility Criteria Duration Medium Programme Fee
The following are the eligibility criteria of the Certificate Course in Ayurveda Pharmacy

 

Candidates who fulfil for following requirements and who are successful at the interview will be enrolled to the course

  1. GCE A/L Examination with 03 passes(Old Syllabus) or 02 passes (new syllabus) in any suject stream or
  2. GCE O/L Examination with 06 passes, not exceeding in two attempts; and 03 years of minimum working experience in registered Ayurveda Pharmacy.
  3. Equal qualifications will be considered for foreign candidates
6 Months (Saturday/Sunday) from 09.00 AM- 04.00 PM

Lectures- Online
Practical- Onsite

English and Sinhala Application Fee: Rs.2000/=

Course Fee: Rs.100,000/=

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Certificate in Herbal Cosmetic Products Development

The Certificate Course in Herbal Cosmetic Products Development is designed to provide learners with basic knowledge and practical skills in formulating, developing, and evaluating herbal- based cosmetic products. This course covers the fundamental principles of herbal ingredients, their therapeutic properties, and their applications in skincare, haircare, and personal care formulations.
Participants will gain hands-on experience in creating herbal cosmetics using natural extracts, essential oils, and plant-based compounds while ensuring compliance with industry regulations and quality standards. This course is ideal for entrepreneurs, cosmetologists, beauty professionals, and individuals interested in the herbal cosmetics industry

Eligibility Criteria Duration Medium Programme Fee
The following are the eligibility criteria of the Certificate in Herbal Cosmetic Products Development (Cert HCPD)

  1. The candidates possessing GCE Advance Level qualification with 03 ‘S’ passes in any subject stream will be the minimum criteria for eligibility Or
  2. The candidate possessing GCE Ordinary Level with 2 years of experience in the cosmetic field will be the minimum criteria for eligibility
  3. Equal qualification is considered for foreign candidates
04 Months (16 Weekends)
Theory(Online)
Practical(Onsite)
English/Sinhala Application Fee: Rs.3000/=

Course Fee: Rs.100,000/=
600$ for foreign candidates

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Certificate Course in Basic Principles of Ayurveda Dietary Regimens

Eligibility Criteria Duration Medium Programme Fee
The following are the eligibility criteria of the Certificate Course in Basic Principles of Ayurveda Dietary Regimens

  1. Applicants should have passed GCE O/L with 03 credit passses for any sujects.
Online (Weekends 07.00 pm – 09.00 pm) English Application Fee: Rs.2000/= Course Fee: Rs.40,000/=
Application Fee for foreign candidates: 20$ Course Fee for foreign candidates: 300$

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Advance Certificate course in Ayurveda Caregiving

Eligibility Criteria Duration Medium Programme Fee
The following are the eligibility criteria of the Certificate Advance Certificate course in Ayurveda Caregiving

  1. The minimum educational qualification required to follow this certificate course is sat for all the subjects of GCE Advanced Level examination (GCE A/L)
    and English and Science with a credit pass (C pass) at GCE Ordinary Level (GCE O/L) examination.
  2. or completed NVQ level 3 caregiver course
  3. or equivalent qualification acceptable by the faculty
03 Months (Part time – Week ends)
Mode – Hybbrid (Onsite and Online)
English/Sinhala Rs.2000/= Course Fee: Rs.50,000/=
Course Fee for foreign candidates: 300$

 

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