Ayurveda wellness practitioner (Austria)

A meaningful profession with a future

  • 3-year training in all facets of Ayurvedic massage, nutrition and lifestyle
  • State-recognized in Austria: The official qualification for your dream of your own practice
Presence Live webinar eLearning
935 Learning hours from € 11.550
from € 11.550 935 Learning hours

First overview

AWP


Language:
DE

Required prior knowledge:
none

Conclusion:

- Examination with qualification: Ayurveda wellness practitioner
- recognized professional training, entitled to practice the trade in Austria

Scope:
1330 learning hours* à 60 min.
-> 22 Modules (see below) + Learning assignments = 935 hrs
-> 2 Modules Exam (incl. preparation) 320 hrs
-> 1 modules internship hrs


Standard period of study 32-40 months

Learning forms/hours (per module):
45 learning hrs of which
22,5 hrs presence (3 days)
45 learning hrs of which 22,5 hrs
live-webinar (3 days)
e.g. 45 learning hrs (42 e-lessons in free time management with 5 hrs live webinar)

Blended learning:
Maximum 10 of 22 modules as e-learning
Maximum 11 of 22 modules as live webinar

Training fee from € 11.550
Parts of the training already completed will be credited: see prices

plus examination fee € 195

plus accommodation and meals, if applicable

* Learning hours = total number of didactically accompanied and supervised learning hours learning hours incl. lessons, prepared exercises, guided learning or guided practical exercises, learning checks practice, learning checks either online or face-to-face or in self-study.

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The three-year training to become an Ayurveda wellness practitioner provides the professional and legally recognized basis for successfully offering Ayurveda as an outstanding coaching and wellness service in Austria. The well-founded practical training is based on the training profile of the Federal Ministry of Economy and Family (BGBI.II § 18 Abs. 1 der Gewerbeordnung 1994, BGBl. Nr. 194, Bundesgesetz BGBl. I Nr. 68/2008).

The team of lecturers is made up of top-class Ayurveda doctors and experts with many years of teaching experience and teaches the theory and practice of Ayurveda massage, nutrition, lifestyle and counseling according to proven teaching concepts and with extensive accompanying material. In addition to the many practical techniques and treatment procedures, new ways are shown to successfully implement Ayurveda in the massage, coaching and course sector in your own practice or in the upmarket spa segment.

Who is the training intended for?

Especially recommended for:

  • People who want to become self-employed in a recognized wellness profession and open their own practice in Austria
  • anyone who wants to use the high-energy and customized massage techniques of Ayurveda
  • Wellness trainers and beauticians, lifestyle consultants and hotel staff

How is the training structured?

The recognized further training in Ayurveda wellness practice lasts a total of 3 years and comprises 765 hours of training and an internship.

  • Module 1 "Ayurveda health and nutrition trainer"
    24 training days - Seminar location: Seminarzentrum Berg7, Sigmundsgasse 12/D (Spittelberg), 1070 Vienna
    Seminar times: Friday 11.00 - 13.00 and 14.15 - 18.45, Saturday 8.30 - 12.30 and 13.45 - 18.00, Sunday 8.30 - 12.30 and 13.45 - 17.00.
  • Module 2 "Ayurveda massage and wellbeing practice"
    27 training days - seminar location for 21 days: YogaMala, Kierlingerstrasse 12, 3400 Klosterneuburg.
    Seminar times: Friday 9.30 am - 6.00 pm, Saturday 9.00 am - 6.00 pm and Sunday 9.00 am - 5.00 pm
    For 6 consecutive days: Forsthausstr. 6, 63633 Birstein.
    Seminar times in Birstein: start on the first day at 6.00 pm, end on the last day at 2.00 pm.
  • Module 3 "Mental coaching, practice and success strategies"
    Coaching, success strategies, practice management + 100 hours of e-learning (conventional medical supplement)
    15 training days - Seminar location: Mandalahof, Fleischmarkt 16, 1010 Vienna
    Seminar times: Friday 9.30 am - 6.00 pm, Saturday 9.00 am - 6.00 pm and Sunday 9.00 am - 5.00 pm

The modular training structure enables a flexible training schedule, tailored to the life situation and time possibilities of the participant. We are happy to advise you!

Module 1 "Nutrition and health trainer"
In Ayurveda, a balanced, constitutionally appropriate diet is an essential component in balancing the physical and mental constitution. You will learn how to use the effects of spices and foods according to type and how to guide your clients according to the principles of Ayurvedic lifestyle. You will also receive valuable inspiration for your own lifestyle, diet and cooking.
The nutrition and health trainer module can also be booked separately:
To the Ayurveda nutrition and health trainer course

Module 2 "Ayurveda massage and wellbeing practice"
In this module, you will develop the ability to perform traditional massage and oil applications with your hands and heart. A variety of demonstrations and practical exercises with corrections will clearly show you how to apply Ayurvedic massage techniques precisely, sensitively and according to type. You will also acquire in-depth knowledge of the philosophy, medicine and constitutional teachings of Ayurveda, which will give you a holistic understanding of the applications.

The massage module can also be booked in a modified form for newcomers with no previous knowledge of Ayurveda. The training then corresponds to the Birstein model. Please note that attending the massage module alone does not entitle you to practise a trade in Austria. In this case, you can only use your Ayurvedic massage skills privately, unless you are authorized to practice massage as a member of a health profession.

Module 3 "Mental coaching, practice and success strategies"
This module supplements the Ayurveda skills you have already acquired with knowledge of Ayurvedic psychology and diagnosis. You will also be given strategies for successful practice management.

People without previous medical knowledge also take part in an external e-learning course. In addition to the 40 hours already integrated in the modules, this course teaches you a further 100 hours of conventional medical basics, together = 140 hours.
The online course is offered in cooperation with our partner EPWA and is booked and paid for directly there.

Examination
The final examination includes a practical case documentation, a written examination and a supervised project presentation.
The following achievements must be demonstrated for admission to the examination:

  • a 50-hour internship at the Rosenberg Ayurveda Kurzentrum or another recognized Ayurveda practitioner or hotel
  • at least 140 hours of anatomy, physiology, hygiene, emergency with completed examination

Trade license
The following requirements must be met in order to obtain the restricted trade license for Ayurveda wellness practice:

  • complete attendance of all training modules
  • pass the final examination
  • 50 supervised treatments during the massage module
  • independent documentation of 100 treatments
  • First aid certificate, not older than 5 years

 

BLOCK* TRAINING BLOCK TOPICS (*) LE à 50 min. Notes

AWP

Ayurveda wellbeing practitioner, as at: August 2022

E-ABK

EBA / AMA

Basis - concepts and disease factors

27

also as:
Webinar / eAcademy

E-ABH

EBA /AMA

Basis - constitution and medicine

27

also as:
Webinar / eAcademy

E-AEI

EBA

Type-appropriate nutrition

27

also as:
Webinar / eAcademy

E-APH

EBA / AMA

Spice and herbology

27

also as:
Webinar / eAcademy

F-AFK

EBA

Ayurveda for women and stress-related complaints

27

also as:
eAcademy

F-DRK

EBA

Dietetics, cleansing, food science

27

also as:
Webinar

F-ERT

EBA

Nutrition as therapy, digestive physiology

27

also as:
Webinar

F-AUH

EBA / AMA

Medical history, counseling strategies, case studies

27

also as:
Webinar

EBA

Intermediate examination Ayurveda nutrition trainer

10

E-ABY

AMA

Abhyanga full body massage

27

E-KAL

AMA

Kalari full body massage

27

E-AFM

AMA

Partial body massage for foot, face, hand

27

F-AGR

AMA

Ayurvedic back and dry massage

27

F-KAP

AMT / AWP

Pinda sveda, Sirodhara

27

Birstein

E-KAB

AMT / AWP

Abdominal massage, back therapy, curative therapies

27

Birstein

F-MAR

AMT / AWP

Marma therapy for the musculoskeletal system I

27

F-MAT

AMT / AWP

Marma therapy for the musculoskeletal system II

27

P-MTP

AMT / AWP

Practice and supervision of Ayurveda massage, intermediate examination

27

F-SWP

AWP

Conventional medical supplement, first aid

130

external /
to be booked independently

E-APE

PCM / AWP

Ayurveda psychology and personality development

27

F-AKO

PCM / AWP

Communication and conversation

27

F-ADT

AWP

Diagnostic techniques, assessment of findings, therapy planning

27

F-GMP

AWP

Prevention and success strategies with Ayurveda

27

P-PPP

AWP

Case documentation, hygiene, legal issues, presentation techniques

18

Award of certificate

P-PRW

Practical training: Practical training with supervision (approx. 5 days)

40

Birstein /
recognized health resorts

Total hours: Training hours including internship

765

E = Entry possible

F = Advanced (several E modules should be completed beforehand)

P = Professionalization module to complete the training

The contents in detail

Type-appropriate Ayurvedic nutrition
- General rules of Ayurvedic nutrition
- Individual adjustment of food to the constitution and metabolism
- 8 factors of nutrition, 6 tastes, 4 forms, 12 food groups
- Recognizing type-appropriate Agni conditions, including tongue observation
- Design Ayurvedic menus and food plans according to the chronobiological biological clock
- Type-specific recommendations for dosha balancing and Agni strengthening

Ayurveda basics: Concepts and disease factors
- Introduction to the history and philosophy of Ayurveda
- Essential features and literature of Ayurveda
- Traditional Ayurvedic medicine versus modern science
- Five elements (panca-mahabhuta)
- Nature of the human being: Differentiation of body, mind and spirit
- Introduction to the anatomy and physiology of Ayurveda
- Functional components: doshas (classification, properties, functions, seats) and agnis (classification, function, states)
- Structural components: dhatus, upadhatus , malas and srotas
- Process of tissue formation (dhatu-parinama)
- Definition of health (svastha)
- Causes (hetu) of health and physical and mental diseases
- Process of etiopathogenesis (samprapti)
- Stages of etiopathogenesis (six kriyakala)


Ayurveda basics: Constitution and medicine
- Theoretical and practical introduction to the concept of Ayurvedic constitutional theory (prakriti)
- Introduction to Ayurvedic symptomatology:
- Symptoms of the doshas
- Symptoms of the tissues (dhatu), excretory products (mala), transportation spaces (srotas), digestive power (agni)
- Theoretical introduction to diagnostics in Ayurveda: Models of patient examination
- Three-fold examination (tri-vidha-pariksha)
- Six-fold examination (shad-vidha-pariksha)
- Eight-fold examination (ashta-vidha-pariksha)
- Introduction to Ayurvedic concepts of health maintenance (svasthavrtta):
- Dinacarya: daily routine measures and order therapy
- Ritucarya: recommendations for a lifestyle adapted to the seasons
- Introduction to Ayurvedic nutrition and food science
- Rasayana: Measures that strengthen
- Basic therapeutic strategies
- Introduction to Pancakarma therapies

Spices, herbs and oils in Ayurveda
- Basics of Ayurvedic spice and herb teachings (Dravyaguna)
- Classification of spices Balancing the psyche (Sattva, Rajas, Tamas) to balance doshas, constitution and digestion (Agni)
- Type-appropriate and practical use of spices in everyday life to improve food tolerance (Karana)
- Detailed discussion of 21 selected Ayurvedic spices according to their properties and qualities
- Detailed discussion of 12 selected Ayurvedic herbs according to their properties and qualities
- Detailed discussion of 13 selected Ayurvedicoils according to their properties and qualities

Ayurveda for women and stress-related complaints
- Basics of Ayurvedic gynecology
- The 3 Dosha life cycles in Ayurveda
- Nutrition and health recommendations to improve female well-being
- Individual health recommendations during pregnancy, for menstruation and during the menopause
- Viewing women's ailments from an Ayurvedic perspective and providing holistic support
- Detailed discussion of selected Ayurvedic herbs for women according to their properties and qualities
- Ayurveda for mental health and for balancing stress-related complaints

Dietetics, Cleansing Food Science
- Basics and individual concepts of Ayurvedic dietetics
- Classification of foods according to Ayurvedic dietetics
- Detailed discussion of selected foods according to their properties and qualities
- Type-appropriate selection of foods, creation of dietary recipes and meal plans
- Panchakarma diets and traditional healing recipes (Manda, Peya, Vilepi, Kichari)
- Conception, Planning and implementation of individual detox and fasting cures according to Ayurveda principles

Nutrition as therapy
- Anatomy and physiology of the digestive tract
- Ayurveda nutrition and counseling strategies for the digestive system and intestinal health
- Nutrition and counseling strategies for preventive health strengthening of the immune system, respiratory tract, musculoskeletal system and skin
- Structure of Ayurvedic nutritional counseling based on detailed case analysis and creation of a counseling concept

Medical history, counseling and practical strategies with case studies
- Psychological dimensions of Ayurvedic nutrition and health counseling
- Medical history, assessment of findings and counseling skills: Ayurvedic constitution determination and assessment of findings in practice
- Agni analysis based on tongue and excretions
- Gaining counseling skills through practical work with test persons, case studies
- Selecting and applying type-appropriate counseling strategies, health recommendations, spices and nutrition tips
- Ayurveda as a profession: Basics for practice management, marketing, networking and dealing with social media
- Developing successful Ayurveda offers

Abhyanga full body massage
- Abhyanga - full body oil massage: Practical practice of massage grips, strokes, sequences and variations
- Indications and contraindications, effects in theory and practice
- Individual adaptation and type-appropriate forms of Abhyanga
- Pre- and post-treatment of the client
- Emotional and therapeutic quality of touch, inner and outer attitude of the therapist
- Indication and use of Ayurvedic sweating therapies (Svedana)

Kalari full body massage
- Effect, Indications and contraindications of the Kalari Ayurveda
Full body massage
Basic techniques and application of the Kalari Ayurveda full body massage with its various grips, dynamic strokes and sequences
- Practical practice of the Kalari massage with integrated Marma therapy
- Definition of Marma, Nadi and five Marma groups


Partial body massages of foot, hand and face with hand Shirodhara
- Effect, Possible applications and treatment techniques of Ayurvedic partial body massages
- Padabhyanga - Ayurvedic foot and leg massage
- Mukabhyanga - Ayurvedic facial massage
- Hastabhyanga - Ayurvedic hand massage
- Demonstration and practice of hand shirodhara (oil forehead pouring), as an integral part of the facial treatment
- Indications, contraindications and intensive practical practice of massage techniques

Ayurvedic back and dry massage
- Effect, Application possibilities and treatment techniques of the Ayurvedic massage techniques Pristhabhyanga (back massage) and Garshan (silk glove massage)
- Explanations, demonstration and practical practice of the Pristhabhyanga back massage with procedure,
- Introduction to the treatment of local back marma points
- Release pent-up emotions via the back
- Explanation, demonstration and practical practice of the Garshan silk glove massage in type-appropriate variations.
- Ayurveda and detox: Indications, contraindications and application of metabolism-stimulating, weight-reducing and emotion-releasing treatment techniques


Pinda and Shiro - stamp massages, oil pouring and head treatments
- Pinda sveda - theory, Practice and guided practice of massage techniques with the traditional herbal bag and draining lemon-coconut bag (Sastik Sali, Jambira)
- Shastika Pinda sveda - Indication, contraindication and demonstration of nourishing rice bags
- Shirodhara: Theory, practice and guided practice of Ayurvedic oil forehead casting
- Nasya, Akshi Nehatarpana, Karna-Purana - Indication, contraindication and guided practice of oiling the sense organs and head
- Shirobasti - Indication, Contraindication and demonstration of therapeutic head treatment


Curative Ayurveda treatments and back therapy
- Individual application of therapeutic full-body and partial body massage
- Udvarthana - stimulating and draining dry massage with powder, flour and herbs, and herbs
- Pristabhyangalepa - deepening techniques of Ayurvedic back massage with pack
- Kati Basti and Griva Basti - technique and practice of local back therapy and compresses, incl. Pre- and post-treatment
- Nabhi-Marma - Massage techniques and practical work of Ayurveda abdominal massage


Marma massage for the musculoskeletal system I
- Localization and qualification of the Marmas
- Possible applications of specific Marma manual therapies, spices, powders
and oils for the treatment of the musculoskeletal system
- Targeted techniques for the treatment of the Marma-Nadi system (Marma
uzzhichil), Lepa and stretching techniques
- Treatment variations of marma manual therapy for specific
complaints of the musculoskeletal system (cervical spine / thoracic spine / lumbar spine)
- Practical techniques for assessing findings in marma manual therapy,

Marma therapy for the musculoskeletal system II
- In-depth anatomy of the most important nadis and marmas, especially for the
area of the upper and lower extremities
- Advanced grips to open the marmas and stimulate the nadis
(adangals)
- Massage sequences and treatment techniques in various
starting positions
- In-depth techniques and formulations of compresses, spices and powders, spices and powders
for the treatment of musculoskeletal complaints of the upper and
lower extremities
- Manual therapy treatment strategies for tension, pain
and hardening in joints, muscles and tissue
- Techniques for treating marma blockages
- Case studies and supervision

In-depth diagnosis and treatment practice with supervision
- Individual treatment sequences and series, tailored to physical and psychological needs and symptoms, case studies
- massage supervision and individual coaching to optimize personal touch and treatment quality, practical final examination
- in-depth techniques, herbal and oil knowledge, patient documentation and practice management
- practical examination as an Ayurveda therapist

Seeing with the heart - Ayurveda psychology according to type


  • Personality structures of the physical and mental constitutional types
  • Type-appropriate reaction patterns and blockages
  • Seeing with the heart - energy work and solution approaches in working with the body sheaths (koshas)
  • Approaches of traditional Ayurvedic psychotherapy based on mental needs and causes of illness (Dharma, Artha, Kama, Mosksha)
  • Nutritional recommendations and strengthening measures for mental stability
  • Practice of type-appropriate Ayurveda coaching



Communication and coaching for Ayurvedic counseling practice
- Strengthening the counselor personality and self-reflection
- Models of talk therapy for Ayurvedic coaching practice
- Communication and questioning techniques according to the principles of Ayurvedic psychology
- Ayurvedic coaching according to type, to transform weaknesses into strengths
- Distance and closeness in holistic work with clients
- Selecting suitable Ayurvedic interventions for mental health and anchoring them with effective techniques
- Using creative media and spiritual techniques in a counseling context
- Practical practice of Ayurveda-inspired conversation techniques including spiritual Ayurvedic therapies (meditation, Mantra, Sankalpa)
- Case studies and supervision


Practical techniques of anamnesis, diagnosis and therapy planning
You will be able to
- take an anamnesis with all aspects independently and attentively
- determine the basic Ayurvedic constitution (prakriti) and the mental-spiritual constitution (sattva)
- carry out the Ayurvedic examinations (rogi pariksha), i.e. the three-, eight- and four-part examinations (rogi pariksha).i.e. to carry out the three-, eight- and ten-fold diagnosis safely. incl. pulse and tongue diagnosis
- recognize the Ayurvedic pathophysiological disorders (vikriti)
- apply the Ayurvedic principles and proceed systematically


Marketing & sales concepts for your AyurvedaBusiness
- Intensive brand positioning
- Detailed definition of your customer avatars
- Creation of your customer journey
- Successful and professional presentation
- Individual success strategies for offline marketing and social media


Written assignments - AWP final exam


Final exam AMW - practical
Practical final exam: Demonstration of a 45-minute Ayurvedic massage incl. Pre- and post-treatment


Final examination AMA - written


Case documentation, hygiene, legal issues, presentation techniques


Final examination EBA - written/oral
- Homework: Case documentation/practical case on nutrition and health advice with complete medical history sheet, constitution determination, recommendation catalog and menu (approx. 5-8 pages/15.000 characters)
- term paper: written paper with an introduction to basic Ayurvedic terms and a freely selectable specialist topic (approx. 10-12 pages/25,000 characters)
- written final examination on the day of the examination with 50 MC questions (70% or more correct = pass)
- oral final examination on the day of the examination (incl. feedback on the practical case)
The final examination is deemed to have been passed if all 4 parts of the examination have been passed as a minimum. The exam or individual parts of it can be repeated a maximum of 2 times.

Who teaches me?

Dr. Shivenarain Gupta Porträt
Prof. Dr. Shivenarain Gupta
Prof Dr. Martin Mittwede
Prof. Dr. Martin Mittwede
Sandra Anliker
Sandra Anliker
Daniela Vogler
Simone Peer
Stefanie Dellinger
Kerstin Rosenberg Porträt
Kerstin Rosenberg
Karin Bachmaier
Karin Bachmaier
Maria Büdel
Maria Büdel
Porträt Oliver Becker
Oliver Becker
Petra Wolfinger Porträt
Petra Wolfinger
Win Silvester Porträt
Win Silvester
Porträt Ulrike Kienzle
Dr. Ulrike Kienzle
Porträt Stephanie Bunk
Stephanie Bunk
Porträt Leini Siebenaller
Léini Siebenaller
Porträt Theresa Rosenberg
Theresa Sita Rosenberg
Anja Berger
Anja Berger
Stephanie Albert
Sigrun Haake
Sigrun Srikama Laepple Haake
Porträt Anica Schmid
Anica Schmid
Stefan Pachinger Porträt
Stefan Pachinger
Malle Marion Portrait
Mag. Marion Malle
Porträt Brigitte Ferencz
Brigitte Ferencz

How much does the Ayurveda training cost?

Training fee from € 11,550

plus examination fee € 195
less discount for payment in one sum in advance € 100

plus accommodation and meals - only for attendance dates in Birstein

Guest houses are available on the campus of the European Academy of Ayurveda. You can choose from rooms of different categories for your overnight stay during the training. Ayurvedic full board from our organic kitchen is included in the room price.

Method of payment

Deposit € 500

Final payment

a) In one lump sum no later than one month before the start of the training (immediately for eLearning modules so that we can activate your eSeminars immediately.)
b) As an option for participants from Germany and Austria, we also offer payment in installments. You can find your individual installment plan (depending on the duration of your training) in the booking process. Payment (direct debit) of the monthly installments is made on the 1st of each month, starting from the month of the start of the training booked here, for eAcademy modules immediately. If the training begins with eAcademy modules, the activation is provisionally carried out immediately after receipt of the down payment, regularly after receipt of the first monthly installment.

Provider

Rosenberg gGmbH - European Academy for Ayurveda | DE - 63633 Birstein (The seminars take place in Vienna and Klosterneuburg.)

Final examination

The examination comprises a practical case documentation, a written examination and a supervised project presentation.

Seminar locations

The training modules take place at different seminar locations in Vienna or Klosterneuburg, depending on the content. What they all have in common is that they enable modern learning in a pleasant atmosphere - so that your training is even more fun.

  • Module 1 "Ayurveda Health and Nutrition Trainer"
    24 training days - Seminar location: Seminarzentrum Berg7, Sigmundsgasse 12/D (Spittelberg), 1070 Vienna.
    Seminar times: Friday 11.00 - 13.00 and 14.15 - 18.45, Saturday 8.30 - 12.30 and 13.45 - 18.00, Sunday 8.30 - 12.30 and 13.45 - 17.00.
  • Module 2 "Ayurveda massage and wellbeing practice"
    27 training days - Seminar location for 21 days: YogaMala, Kierlingerstrasse 12, 3400 Klosterneuburg.
    Seminar times: Friday 9.30 am - 6.00 pm, Saturday 9.00 am - 6.00 pm and Sunday 9.00 am - 5.00 pm
    As a special highlight, 6 consecutive days of your training will take place on the campus of the European Academy for Ayurveda in Birstein. Look forward to a place where Ayurveda is lived and taught - with ayurvedic-vegetarian organic cuisine (accommodation and meals not included in the training price).
    Seminar times in Birstein: Start on the first day at 6.00 pm, end on the last day at 2.00 pm.
  • Module 3 "Mental coaching, practice and success strategies"
    Coaching, success strategies, practice management + 100 hours of e-learning (conventional medical supplement)
    15 training days - Seminar location: Mandalahof, Fleischmarkt 16, 1010 Vienna
    Seminar times: Friday 9.30 am - 6.00 pm, Saturday 9.00 am - 6.00 pm and Sunday 9.00 am - 5.00 pm

Financial support

The European Academy for Ayurveda in Austria is registered in the Ö-Cert Register. This means that it is a quality provider in adult education recognized by the Ministry of Education. The training to become an Ayurveda wellness practitioner is therefore generally eligible for funding throughout Austria.

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How to start your training as a Ayurveda wellness practitioner (Austria)

Do you want it to be as simple as possible? Then let us suggest what a complete training plan could look like. Choose one of the following sample plans that suits you best. Of course, you can change each individual date afterwards to suit you best.

Your individual choice of dates

None of our ready-made sample plans appeal to you? Then you can also put together your own individual plan below.

Entry modules

Ayurvedic Nutrition & Constitution

3 days 3 days 42 lessons