Frequently Asked Questions
Below you'll find our most frequently asked questions. If you can’t find what you’re looking for, please contact us through our contact form.
Diplomas
Yes. Our full 625-hour and 875-hour Yoga Therapy Diploma Courses can be completed entirely online. The International Association of Yoga Therapists (IAYT) allows accredited schools to offer their programmes online.
Yes. All modules can be taken individually for personal or professional development.
You may later decide to apply them toward the 625- or 875-hour diploma.
We recommend starting with the Yoga Therapy Foundation Course 100-Hours, and then you are free to continue with the majority of the modules (on the body systems, the mind, and the tools) in any order you like. After that, you’ll be ready to attend the Yoga Therapy for Cancer Patients & People Affected by Cancer module. You can also request to start your practicum during this time.
We recommend doing the research part of the programme in conjunction with the practicum, as much of the work required will complement each other well. When all coursework has been completed and case studies submitted, you’ll get to showcase your Yoga Therapy skills and knowledge in the final evaluation.
The 625-hour course allows you to work as a Yoga Therapist in some European countries such as the Netherlands and the UK, but it won’t give you the international certification with the IAYT.
To get certified with the IAYT, you need to complete at least 800 hours in an accredited Yoga Therapy programme.
The Yoga Therapy Institute’s 875-hour course is accredited by IAYT and fulfils the requirements for the international certification.
The Yoga Therapy Diploma 875-hours has additional requirements compared to the 625-hour course. These include:
- Ayurvedic Healing & Yoga Therapy
- Yoga Therapy for Cancer Patients & People Affected by Cancer
- Ethical, Legal & Business Principles for Yoga Therapy
- Case Study Peer Supervision
- Additional case study hours
- Additional mentorship hours
- Yoga Therapy Final Project
Yes. Many students first complete the 625-hour diploma and then continue toward the 875-hour diploma. You will only need to complete the additional modules, case studies, and requirements that are part of the 875-hour track.
875-Hour Diploma:
Most students take 2.5–4 years depending on their schedule, pacing, and case studies. There is a maximum of 3 consecutive years of modules + 1 year for case studies.
625-Hour Diploma:
Many students take 1.5–3 years. There is a maximum of 2.5 consecutive years of modules + 6 months for case studies.
The IAYT certification exam will be required for all graduates of any IAYT-accredited programme who begin their training on or after July 1, 2023. However, if you were already enrolled in the programme before this date, you’ll be exempt from taking the exam.
Rest assured, our 875-hour programme is fully accredited by the IAYT and meets all of their standards and curriculum requirements. You won’t be expected to have knowledge of anything that is not covered in our modules and case studies. By the end of the programme, we’re confident that you’ll be well-prepared to take and pass the certification exam. Additionally, the IAYT is currently working on developing a study guide for the exam, which will provide you with information on the subjects to review before taking the exam.
Please visit IAYT for more information about the certification exam.
MODULES
For diploma modules you need:
- A 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training
- One year of teaching experience
- One year of personal practice
- Fluency in English
Short courses have no prerequisites.
Most modules follow a 5–6 day schedule with live Zoom sessions. Exact times are listed on each module page and in the module agenda sent before the start date.
Our modules include:
- Live lectures
- Breakout room practice
- Discussions
- Practical demonstrations
- Trauma-informed communication
- Q&A throughout
You’ll also receive materials in Google Classroom a few days before the module starts.
The specific props that will be used in the modules will vary depending on the subject being discussed and the needs of the students and clients. However, some of the most common props that are used in Yoga Therapy include yoga mats, blankets, bolsters, cushions, chairs, eye pillows, straps, blocks, and exercise balls.
If you don’t have all of the props, don’t worry! You can improvise with household items. For example, you can use a rolled-up towel instead of a bolster or a pillow instead of a block.
Yes. Most of our modules provide a Certificate of Attendance that qualifies for Yoga Alliance Continuing Education (CE) credits.
You can find the specific CE eligibility for each module on its individual course page.
Yes. Most modules include a written end-of-module test, delivered via the learning platform. Tests include multiple-choice and long-answer questions.
Yes. You will have ongoing access to the Zoom lecture recordings inside the learning platform.
No. Individual modules alone do not qualify you to call yourself a Yoga Therapist or offer yoga therapy professionally.
You must complete either the 625-hour or 875-hour diploma to do so.
Case Studies & Mentorship
You can begin your case studies and mentorship (practicum) when you’ve completed the majority of the modules of the diploma and are ready to put all the knowledge you’ve gained into practice.
The practicum is a hands-on experience where you work with clients under the supervision of a certified Yoga Therapist. Case studies are an opportunity for you to document your work with clients and reflect on your experiences. Mentorship is a way for you to get support and guidance from a more experienced Yoga Therapist.
Most modules follow a 5–6 day schedule with live Zoom sessions. Exact times are listed on each module page and in the module agenda sent before the start date.
You can join mentorship once you have completed all of the modules and are ready to commence your case studies. To register, simply send us an email. Once approved, we assign you a mentor.
- 625-hour students receive 5 hours of one-on-one mentorship.
- 875-hour students receive 11 hours, plus Peer Supervision.
The price of mentorship includes direct access to your mentor by email for support, including 11 hours (875-hour diploma) or 5 hours (625-hour diploma) of one-on-one online mentorship sessions.
The mentorship sessions are approximately an hour long each, and the mentor will provide you with guidance and support on your work and help you to improve your skills.
Mentors respond within reasonable timeframes, but they may not be available immediately.
If you encounter red flags or safety concerns, you must pause your sessions until your mentor advises you.
As a Yoga Therapist, you may be exposed to a variety of case studies that can be triggering for you. This is especially true if you have personally experienced trauma or have a history that is similar to the client in the case study. It’s important to remember that you are not alone in this. Many Yoga Therapists experience triggers at some point in their careers.
If you find yourself triggered by a case study, it’s important to ask for guidance from your mentor. Your mentor is a great resource for support. They can help you to understand your triggers and to develop coping strategies. They may also refer you to our educational counsellor or to an outside therapist.
We continue to support graduates through:
- Bi-annual professional meetings
- The TYTI community
- Optional mentorship sessions
You are always welcome to contact us for guidance.
Pricing, Payments & Policies
You can find the full fee overview on our Diploma Pricing pages. Prices include:
- All live module hours
- Access to on-demand module recordings
- Google Classroom materials
- Homework feedback (when applicable)
- End-of-module test reviews
- Administrative support throughout your training
The price of the course includes access to all live module lectures, unlimited access to the educational platform, written materials, presentations, full recordings, practice videos, audio files, and assignments. It also includes mentorship and access to the faculty and team for any email support you may need.
The price of the course does not include books from the reading list, yoga mats or props, or any other materials or equipment that may be required for the course.
The IAYT is a separate organisation from ours, and they charge their own fees for certification, membership, and other services. These fees are not included in the course price, so you will need to pay them separately.
Yes, we offer students of the 625- and 875-hour diploma courses a payment plan to make paying for Yoga Therapy education as easy as possible. To set up this plan and for more information, please contact us.
We offer a variety of discounts and promotions on our Yoga Therapy training courses throughout the year. To see the current discounts and promotions, please visit our promotions page.
Yes. Our full Payment & Cancellation Terms apply to all purchases. Key points:
- Cancellations made within 14 days of purchase may be refundable depending on your start date.
- If the module begins within those 14 days, access to digital materials constitutes the start of the service.
- Cancellations after the service has begun are generally non-refundable.
- Diploma programmes have specific cancellation conditions (see Participation Terms).
At the moment we do not offer scholarships, but we aim to introduce them in the future.