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Do you find Solar Fire overwhelming?

Solar Fire is a Windows astrology software jam packed with features and goodies and sometimes new users don't know where to start.

In this session Rhonda will cover more slowly some of the basic settings to help you turn your program into a useful tool to easily prepare what you want from your software. Good set up means you have more time to work on your astrology, rather than fiddle with your software. She will look at some setting options, how to cast, save and open charts, page view, chart animation, dynamic reports and backing up.

This workshop is intended for new users who want to take the first steps at a slower pace than our usual classes.

Solar Fire is a Windows astrology software jam packed with features and goodies. In this session Rhonda will cover some of the basic settings to help you turn your program into a useful tool to easily prepare what you want from your software.

Good set up means you have more time to work on your astrology, rather than fiddle with your software. She will look at some setting options, creating display point sets, aspect sets, extra point sets, how to cast a chart and the myriad of options available; as well as how to use the dynamic and predictive features, reports and interpretations.

In the workshop we hope to cover…

• Screen navigation
• Menus
• Menu Toggles
• Setting up Preferences
• Creating display point sets
• New, Open, create and save charts
• Export/import events from the Chart events information
• Good chart file management / Backup
• Explore chart and display options
• Dynamic charts
• Explore the view chart window and its options
• Creating dynamic reports
• Chart and electional search functions
• Graphic Ephemeris
• Calendar
• Wheel Editing
• Page Editing

Have you learned enough traditional astrology to figure out there must be something more? Have you ever wanted to learn esoteric astrology, but were overwhelmed by the complicated language and ideas?

Using visual imagery, intellectual and energetic understandings, Michael presents the Alice Bailey and Djwal Khul material in a way that is more easily accessible and digestible for esoteric students of any level. Michael encourages participants offer their personal charts as illustrative examples as well as ask questions, interact and explore the deep waters of this oft misunderstood, vast body of wisdom. Each of the workshops is a building block for gaining synthesized comprehension of soul centered astrology.

This course will address the unique psychological characterizations that come with AstrologyMapping.

Not only must the consulting astrologer have mastery of the technical aspects of astrology mapping,they are thereto serve the client in assessing their currentmappingsituation, as well as the advisability of a relocation.

Some people come toanAstro*Carto*Graphy(AstroMapping)consultationthinking that their problems are only a result of where they live;whileothers may truly have lingered too long in an unfavorable place. Both are situations that require skilled assessment and confident guidance.

Students will:

• Develop sensitivity to the issues faced by clients who are seeking transformation in their own lives. Examine how the planets impact inherent & learned behaviors,which arebrought to light in the natal chart.
• Addresscultural & environmental impacts when working with the clientwho wants true transformational change intheir lives.
• Gain clarity and confidence in working with clients through a holistic approach to mapping in combination with the natal chart.
• Deepentheirunderstanding ofthe possibilities that can berevealedthrough the practiceof AstroMapping.
• Gainan awareness of how to integrate mapping lines with actual life experiences.

Weekly Topics:

1. Great Expectations - What people think mapping is, vs.what it actually does. Anexploration ofthe psychological ramifications of mapping and issues that drive human behavior, such as trauma, past experiences, and futuristic expectations.
2. The Natal Complex -Mapping as a reflection of the natal chart. See examples of how chart aspects and placements look on an actual Astro*Carto*Graphy map.How to evaluate thenatal chartforameaningful mapping consultation. A discussion of the Relocated Chart as compared to the driving forces of Angularity. Integration of astrological transits to the natal chart as a tool for timing and decisions related to mapping.
3. The Shadow Process -A deep dive into what defines a shadowed planet in the natal complex. Stages of Emergence for a Shadowed Planet.How and why the human unconscious gets in the way of an effective mappingconsultation and/or a successful relocation.A deep dive into the concepts of shadow and projection as related to astrology, natal chart analysis, and astrology mapping.
4. Astrological Themes and Archetypes -How astrology portrays and developshuman themes that transcend time and culture.An examination of Carl Jung’s model of the human journey from ego to individuation.Why mapping can elevate a person’s integration with self and others.How archetypes influence the perceptions of self and others and why these patternsare important toconsider inyour mapping consultation.
5. Happy Life -Applying wisdom, intuition, and mapping skills for effective astrological counseling.How astrology mappingcanhelpto manifest a more fulfilling life for yourself and your clients.This week welcomes a guestAstro*Carto*Grapher(tba), for additional insight and experiences in astrology mapping. Discussion with this guest will includehis or her mostprofoundmapping experiences.

Required Reading and Resources:

Lewis, Jim & Kenneth Irving. 1997 (reissued Nov. 2012). The Psychology of Astro*Carto*Graphy. London: Penguin Books.

Hathaway, Edith. 1991. Navigating by the Stars. St. Paul, MN: Llewellyn Books.

Liz Green. 2018. Jung’s Studies in Astrology. London: Routledge Publishing Ltd.

Your personal A*C*G map

Course description:Are planets better behaved in some signs than others? In opposition, what planet is most likely to win the tug of war? Are mutual receptions always nice? The key to answering these questions and many more is understanding dignities and debilities.

The traditional astrology tool of dignity and debility is a powerful and nuanced way to add detail to your chart interpretation. But many astrologers do not realize how effective and useful this tool can be or they think it is simply archaic and overly complicated. Nothing could be further from the truth!

The goal of this class is to show how you can reclaim this effective tool.

If you ever want to add horary and electional astrology to your toolkit, you already know you need to understand dignities and debilities. But this tool can add tremendously to your understanding of the natal chart. Unfortunately, it is rare that you can find a course that gives more than just a basic understanding or point listing.

"The instructor. Charlie was very methodical and knew the information very well. He presented the information in the best possible manner. His lectures went beyond the written word in the handout and he got his points out effectively. Also, Charlie was extremely patient with his students; questions were encouraged and you felt comfortable asking them."

“You really got the feeling that Charlie wanted you to learn. You could feel his excitement with the material too, which was awesome! I loved this class! I learned a lot and it made me very excited about astrology. I left feeling that I could actually look at a chart and understand it.”

C.M.G.

Using clear explanations, examples, and exercises, Charlie will help you build your interpretative skill and guide you into a deeper understanding of the logic and power of the dignities and debilities. (Did you know that Aristotle described the soul as moving through each of the planetary spheres and choosing from them the qualities it wanted in its life. So, in esoteric astrology, the dignity system became a way of helping you to discover more about your soul's path and purpose.}

“I would like to thank Charles; this is the most helpful astrology course so far. It’s a very clear traditional astrology system, that introduces a method to analyze charts. The teaching is structured and to the point. I hope to see Charles in October for Cycle of the year.”

From William Lilly's book Christian Astrology (1647), Chapter 18 (with the spellings modernized):

The exact way of judicature [interpretation] in Astrology is,

First, by being perfect in the nature of the planets and Signs.

Second, by knowing the strength, fortitude or debility of the Planets, Significators, and a well posing of them and their aspects and several mixtures, in your judgment.

Third, by rightly applying the influence of the position of Heaven erected, and the Planets aspects to one another at the time of the Question, according to natural (and not enforced) maxims of Art; for by how much you endeavor to strain a judgment beyond nature, by so much the more you augment your Error.

A Planet is then said to be really strong when he has many Essential dignities, which are known, by his being either in his House [Rulership], Exaltation, Triplicity, Term or Face, at time of the erecting the Figure [chart].

Students will explore the full traditional system of essential dignity and debility, and how it can be a powerful tool in modern chart interpretation.

-You will receive an overview of

the history and etymology of the concepts dignity and debility

what the different dignities mean, and why there are different versions

the difference in understanding and using rulership and dignity in traditional and modern terms

how the meaning and usage of the dignities has changed through history

important concepts related to dignity - reception, almuten, peregrine

You will receive practice in

how to use both major and minor dignities to build nuance in chart interpretation

how dignity and reception help understand planetary aspects and the types of conversations the planets are having

how dignities can help you find assistance for a problematic point in the chart

Students meet in a live online session for 2 hours each week and will be able to download a copy of the recorded lecture. But we also want to make sure you can apply what you are learning.

In addition to the lectures, students will have a course website that includes additional resources, discussion forums, and many opportunities to practice the material with feedback from fellow students and the instructor. Each week students will meet online to go over the material for that week. All students will receive the opportunity to review and download their own copy of the recorded session.

Course name: CS151A:Dignities and Debilities

Instructors: CharlesObert

Course length: 5Weeks

Course cost: $295.00

Required Books:Obert, Charles. 2018. Using Dignities in Astrology. Minneapolis, MN: AlmutenPress. ($12.99 at http://studentofastrology.com/book/, $25 on Amazon)

Prerequisite: fundamentalsor equivalent.

Students in the Diploma program who successfullypass this workshop can count it as 1/2 an elective in either the forecasting orinterpretation sections.

Weekly topics:

1.Introduction, Major Dignities

2.MinorDignities

3.Accidental Dignities and Other Factors

4.Application

5.Integration

Instructor bios:

Charlie Obert is a student of astrology since highschool and has studied and practiced both modern and traditional astrologytechniques. He teaches workshops and leads study groups on traditionalastrology. Charlie is the author of An Introduction to Traditional NatalAstrology and Using Dignities in Astrology, which are currently being used astextbooks at Kepler College. His teachers included Dr. Benjamin Dykes and ChrisBrennan.

Charlie's current focus is working on howtraditional and modern astrologers can complement and learn from each other. Hehas a twice-monthly blog on astrology topics on his website athttps://studentofastrology.com.

Listen to Charlie's interview on The AstrologyPodcast to find out more about his work on traditional dignities anddebilities.

Charlie teaches the following course:

CS151ADignities and Debilities

CS153A The Cycle of the Year: TraditionalPredictive Astrology

Course description:

Traditional astrology offers a particularly effective system of forecasting that combines techniques to help you prepare for the future and understand the past.

This system is known as the Cycle or Turning of the Year. Instead of just using a Solar Return, this method was prepared yearly for each birthday. It has its roots in Hellenistic astrology, came to full flower in the Arabic and Persian eras, and persisted through the late Classical period of Lilly and his contemporaries. Ben Dykes' translation of Abu Mashar's On Solar Revolutions in Persian Nativities3 is a full exposition of this system.

This course covers the three techniques involved in this system:

distribution through the bounds or terms (aka primary direction)

profections

solar returns

Required books can be found under the Electives-Classical section of https://keplercollege.org/index.php/required-books-for-courses

Using clear explanations, examples, and exercises, Charlie will initially show students how to apply each technique individually and then practice putting them all together. Students will then practice using them in combination with traditional techniques for evaluating a chart.

Students meet in a live online session for 2 hours each week and will be able to download a copy of the recorded lecture. But we also want to make sure you can apply what you are learning. So, in addition to the lectures, students will have a course website that includes additional resources, discussion forums, and many opportunities to practice the material with feedback from fellow students and the instructor.

Students in the Diploma program who successfully pass this workshop can count it as 1/2 an elective.

Course name: CS153A The Cycle of theYear: Predictive Astrology

Instructor: CharlieObert

Course length: 5Weeks

Course cost: $ 295

Required Books:

The Cycle of the Year: Traditional PredictiveAstrology Charles Obert: Found through StudentofAstrology.com for pdf orphysical copy.

Pre-requisite: fundamentalsor equivalent.

This counts towards the Professional diploma, and/or Movement Certificate.

Weekly topics:

1.Introductionand Solar Returns

2.Profections

3.DirectionThrough the Bounds

4.Using theTechniques Together

5.Fixed Stars, Lunar Mansions, and theGuardian Daimon

Instructor bio:

Charlie Obertisa student of astrology since high school and has studied and practiced bothmodern and traditional astrology techniques. He teaches workshops and leadsstudy groups on traditional astrology. Charlie is the author ofAnIntroduction to Traditional Natal AstrologyandUsingDignities in Astrology,which are currently being used as textbooks atKepler College. His teachers included Dr. Benjamin Dykes and Chris Brennan.

Charlie's current focus is working on howtraditional and modern astrologers can complement and learn from each other. Hehas a twice-monthly blog on astrology topics on his website athttps://studentofastrology.com.

Charlie is an instructor in:

CS151A Dignities and Debilities

CS153A The Cycle of the Year: TraditionalPredictive Astrology

This counts as an elective.

Course name: CS201A Magical Elections

Instructor: NinaGryphon

Course length: 5Weeks

Course cost: $ 295

Required Books:

-PicatrixbyMaslamah ibn Ahmad Majriti. The Attrell and Porreca translation linked here ispreferred and will be used in the course. If you have another edition, that maybe acceptable depending on the quality, which has varied dramatically betweeneditions. Whatever edition you use, please ensure it is complete and has allfour books. Link:https://amzn.to/2onpjlm

-Book of RulershipsbyJ. Lee Lehman. Link:https://amzn.to/2paJQdv

-Three Books of Occult PhilosophybyHeinrich Agrippa. Online versions exist and can be used (such ashttps://quod.lib.umich.edu/e/eebo/A26565.0001.001/1:16.31?rgn=div2;view=toc);for students wanting a physical book, Llewellyn's edition is a good, readableoption: Link:https://amzn.to/2nD1O7Z

-Christian AstrologybyWilliam Lilly. I recommend purchasing Books I and II (Link:https://amzn.to/31OSSuV), but if youdo not have a copy or want a modernized/footnoted experience, we will bestudying primarily Ch. 8-15, freely available, and conveniently annotated/resetby astrologer Deborah Houlding:

Christian Astrology, Ch. 8-11 - the Superior Planets,Saturn, Jupiter, and Mars:http://www.skyscript.co.uk/CA.html#3
Christian Astrology, Ch. 12-15 - The Sun and InferiorPlanets: Venus, Mercury, and the Moon:http://www.skyscript.co.uk/CA.html#4

Suggested Texts:

The following books or other resources are helpfulbut not required.

* Free astrology software (Windows)link:Morinus

* Planetary hours calculator link:Lunarium

*The Orphic Hymnsby trans. Prof. Athanassakis. The modern,literal translation of the Hymns to the Greek Gods. Link:https://amzn.to/2nFIve7.Alternatively, you can use the free 18th century translations by Thomas Taylor,available at this link:https://www.theoi.com/Text/OrphicHymns1.html.Thomas Taylor's style is a bit flowery and archaic, which may be a feature or abug, depending on your perspective.

*Influencesby Mary Quinlan-McGrath. An art historianexplains the magico-astronomical theory while exploring the astrology behindfamous Renaissance frescoes and buildings, revealing their original purpose astalismans. Link:https://amzn.to/2pOATXE

* Constellations of Words. Across-referenced listing of the fixed stars, their meanings, and myths.Link:www.constellationsofwords.com.

Pre-requisite: Basicto intermediate astrological knowledge is necessary for students to get themost out of this class. Students should understand basic natal astrology, aswell as transits. It is helpful but not necessary for students to have magicalknowledge or experience.

Course description:

This course will teach the theory, methods, andpractical application of astrological magic, as practiced in the West and theMiddle East for the past two thousand years. Historic astrological magic hasonly been fully rediscovered in the past two decades as older astrological andmagical texts were translated into modern languages.

The course will rely heavily on important magicaltexts such as the Picatrix (10th-century Arabic magical text), the2000-year-old Greek Magical Papyri, and other medieval and Renaissance textsthat teach magical methods. Astrological magic has been growing in popularitydue to its effectiveness compared to modern styles of magic, which do notutilize astrology and are therefore missing the crucial time factor.

The course will start with a discussion of thetheory and philosophical concepts underlying this style of magic, which werestrongly influenced by ancient Greek philosophy, as well as ancient Egyptiantraditions. Then, we will move into the astrological portion of the workshop toteach students how to elect the most favorable moments for magical rituals,including planetary magic, the use of fixed stars, decans, and access to thepersonal guardian daimon.

Strong astrological elections are key to successfulmagical rituals, and we will learn how to prioritize among many factors that gointo a high-quality electional horoscope. As part of this module, we will studyfor example magical electional horoscopes and examine ancient “recipes” forspecific magical effects. After learning the basics, we will turn to thepractical instructions for rituals for various needs (love, luck, career,studies, etc.). We will start with the intangible qualities we need to bring toa ritual and discuss material aspects of ritual (materials, incantations,writing styles, images, music, and more). We will learn about the deities andspiritual beings we call upon in order to create a magical effect and give lifeto the talisman. We will finish up with a discussion of the use and disposal ofcompleted talismans. At the end of the course, we will bring all of thistogether, as we will walk through at least one complete astrological magicalritual, start to finish, and create a real talisman together. We will gothrough additional examples if time permits.

Weekly topics:

1.Magical Philosophy, Theory, and History

2.Foundations of Astrological Magic &The Planets

3.Astrological Elections

4.Planetary Days/Hours, Fixed Stars,Decans

5.Fixed Stars, Lunar Mansions, and theGuardian Daimon

Instructor bio:

Nina Gryphonisa practicing astrologer and corporate lawyer living in Los Angeles, California,with her husband, Robert. Her predictions have appeared in many majorpublications, and she has been interviewed on radio and TV. She received herJD, and MA/BA (from Stanford University, and completed John Frawley’s HoraryApprenticeship. Since then, she has studied horary with Deborah Houlding, aleading traditional astrologer.

Nina practices traditional astrology, with aspecial emphasis on horary and astrological magic. She writes a horary columnfor The Mountain Astrologer, as well as articles for her blog, and teachesclasses and workshops worldwide. She publishes a popular monthly guide, MagicalElections, to the best upcoming magical elections, which includes detailed magicalguidance and education. Nina can be found on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

Nina is an instructor in:

• CS201A Magical Elections
• CS205A Beginning Horary Astrology

VOCATIONAL ASTROLOGY

Learn core techniques that help your clients evaluate what types of work environment allows them to thrive.

The best job is one that matches who we are with how we earn a living. When there is a mismatch, we experience anxiety, frustration, and burnout. After two years of pandemic-induced stress and change in the workplace, millions of people are re-evaluating what they want to do with themselves to earn money. As astrologers, we have tools that can assist our clients to assess how their interests, abilities, values, and personalities impact their daily work.

This class introduces vocational astrology through a hands-on set of techniques and exercises. Students will test different methodologies on their own charts and the charts of well-known personalities.

Week 1: Introduction to vocational counseling and creative visualization. This week explores the basics of career counseling from a cultural and astrological perspective. Students will combine creative visualizations with astrological symbols to gain insight into an individual’s personality (for example, graphic depictions of “I like/I dislike” and “I want/I don’t want”)

Week 2: Personal happiness and social usefulness Part 1. The Personal Planets and the Angles: their expression, needs, challenges, and interactions.

Week 3: Personal happiness and social usefulness Part 2. The Astrological Houses: Traditionally, astrologers have used the 2nd, 6th, and 10th houses along with the Midheaven as indicators of career. But the other houses also have their roles.

Weeks 4 and 5: Putting it together. Students will explore the effectiveness of different astrological methods to interpret career potential.

VOCATIONAL ASTROLOGY

Learn core techniques that help your clients evaluate what types of work environment allows them to thrive.

The best job is one that matches who we are with how we earn a living. When there is a mismatch, we experience anxiety, frustration, and burnout. After two years of pandemic-induced stress and change in the workplace, millions of people are re-evaluating what they want to do with themselves to earn money. As astrologers, we have tools that can assist our clients to assess how their interests, abilities, values, and personalities impact their daily work.

This class introduces vocational astrology through a hands-on set of techniques and exercises. Students will test different methodologies on their own charts and the charts of well-known personalities.

Week 1: Introduction to vocational counseling and creative visualization. This week explores the basics of career counseling from a cultural and astrological perspective. Students will combine creative visualizations with astrological symbols to gain insight into an individual’s personality (for example, graphic depictions of “I like/I dislike” and “I want/I don’t want”)

Week 2: Personal happiness and social usefulness Part 1. The Personal Planets and the Angles: their expression, needs, challenges, and interactions.

Week 3: Personal happiness and social usefulness Part 2. The Astrological Houses: Traditionally, astrologers have used the 2nd, 6th, and 10th houses along with the Midheaven as indicators of career. But the other houses also have their roles.

Weeks 4 and 5: Putting it together. Students will explore the effectiveness of different astrological methods to interpret career potential.

This course explores the history and development of astrological practice within the nexus of culture and religion. Is astrology a religion as it was developed in Mesopotamia and integrated into ancient Indian faiths? Or is it a science as Ptolemy tried to explain in 150ce?

We will examine the history of astrology paying particular attention to the relationship of culture, religion, and theory in astrological practice. We will explore the role of Belief in astrological meaning and expose the often unconscious religious underpinnings of modern astrological practice. A lot of religious dogma is brought into the consultation room without the conscious perception of the astrologer or client.

This course seeks to make these assumptions conscious by stripping away the dogmatic religious ideology from our everyday practice of astrology. Afterwards, you may wish to add them back into your practice, but at least now they will be conscious decisions enabling you to be a more effective astrologer.

Weekly Topics:

1. The study of religion & the philosophy of science: the religion of astrology’s birth from Mesopotamia to Alexandria to Ujjain.

2. Judaism, Christianity, Islam, & Enlightenment: Religion & critiques of astrology

3. The Reincarnation Revolution: Theosophy vs. Church of Light

4. Spiritual Darwinism and Esoteric Astrology

5. 21st century Spiritual Astrologies & The New Age

Course Objectives:

Students

•Will identify the workings of religious assumptions in their own practice.

•Will understand how culture, religion, and science combine into an astrological system.

•Will understand various techniques that spiritualize the astrological chart

•Will have an understanding of the changing concept of The Meaning of Life over time and culture.

Grading

This course is pass/no credit. To successfully complete this course (for example, you want to apply it toward the Certificate Diploma), students will be expected to:

(1) Attend in person at least 3 of the 5 live meetings

(2) Respond to all 5 weeks of discussion forums and respond to at least one other person's post per week.

(3) Apply the concepts to your own practice.

Kenneth earned his MA in Eastern and Western Traditions: The History, Philosophy and Transmission of Astrology from Kepler College. He also attended the American College of Vedic Astrology, where he achieved a Level II certification, and is certified a Jyotish Kovid from the Council of Vedic Astrology. He received his BA in Anthropology, Psychology, and Religious Studies from University of Colorado: Boulder.

After years of having his newspaper horoscope read to him by his mom, Kenneth made the shocking discovery that all the planets were involved in astrological judgments. At age 13 he taught himself how to cast a chart by hand. This began a lifelong interest in astrology and astrological traditions. He remained an amateur western astrologer studying with various teachers until the mid-1990s, when he was exposed to Indian (Vedic) astrology, and after a few years decided to make a mid-life career switch to become a professional astrologer.

Kenneth is a former President of Kepler College and has served on various astrological organization boards through the years: CVA, ISAR, NCGR, and SDAS. He loves astrology and is eager to serve the Jyotir Vidya (Goddess/Knowledge of Astrology).

In addition to Indian astrology, Kenneth has studied Modern western astrology with Helena Elizabeth Ruhnau, Hellenistic astrology with Demetra George and Robert Schmidt, Medieval astrology with Robert Zoller, and Renaissance astrology with Lee Lehman. He is one of the few professional astrologers with a working knowledge of all of these traditions.

THE PRACTICAL ART OF VOCATIONAL ASTROLOGY

Learn core techniques that help your clients evaluate what types of work environment allows them to thrive.

The best job is one that matches who we are with how we earn a living. When there is a mismatch, we experience anxiety, frustration, and burnout. After two years of pandemic-induced stress and change in the workplace, millions of people are re-evaluating what they want to do with themselves to earn money. As astrologers, we have tools that can assist our clients to assess how their interests, abilities, values, and personalities impact their daily work.

This class introduces vocational astrology through a hands-on set of techniques and exercises. Students will test different methodologies on their own charts and the charts of well-known personalities.

Week 1: Introduction to vocational counseling and creative visualization. This week explores the basics of career counseling from a cultural and astrological perspective. Students will combine creative visualizations with astrological symbols to gain insight into an individual’s personality (for example, graphic depictions of “I like/I dislike” and “I want/I don’t want”)

Week 2: Personal happiness and social usefulness Part 1. The Personal Planets and the Angles: their expression, needs, challenges, and interactions.

Week 3: Personal happiness and social usefulness Part 2. The Astrological Houses: Traditionally, astrologers have used the 2nd, 6th, and 10th houses along with the Midheaven as indicators of career. But the other houses also have their roles.

Weeks 4 and 5: Putting it together. Students will explore the effectiveness of different astrological methods to interpret career potential.

This course is required for the Diplomaprogram.

Course name: M100:Chart Calculation

Instructors: EnidNewberg

Course length: 10-Weeks(self-directed course with a live 1-1/2-hour class each week)

Course cost: $

Required Books:

-Simply Mathby Lauren Fowks and Lynn Sellon- you can probably find this most easily on Amazon

-Midnight Ephemeris for the 20thCentury. Find one that has declinations if possible.
You can find an online version athttps://www.astro.com/swisseph/swepha_e.htm

-Book of Tables. Theexamples used will refer to the Michelsen Book of Tables, but any book ortables for Placidus House system will work
You can find an online version athttps://www.astro.com/swisseph/sweph_ht_e.htm

Suggested Books:

The American Atlas, US Longitudes &Latitudes Time Changes, and Time ZonesCompiled andProgrammed by Thomas G. Shanks

The American Atlas, World Longitudes& Latitudes Time Changes, and Time ZonesCompiledand Programmed by Thomas G. Shanks

Under theResourceslink,you will find PDFsto download that you will need for the variouslessons.

Optional Book (another perspective on themath):Scofield, Bruce.Astrological Chart Calculations: History,Conventions, and Methodologies,One Reed Publications, MA. 2018.

Pre-requisite: none

Course description:

Chart calculation can pretty daunting. This coursehelps make it easier by combining reading, live lectures, and group practicesessions.

There is a trade-off in having the benefit ofcomputers to calculate and construct an astrological chart. This guidedindependent study course gives students a deeper understanding of how the chartrelates to the movements of the earth and sky, which aids chart interpretation.

The first portion of this course covers the processof calculating a natal chart. Students will learn to calculate charts from timezones around the world, as well as in both the Northern and Southernhemispheres. The second portion of the course adds additional calculationtechniques, including the lots.

The course is organized for independentself-study and with live meetings during the term for students to directly askquestions and go over the material. Students can also request 1-hour of privatetutoring.

Use this course if you intend to take theorganizational exams. complete the Professional Diploma or simply want to knowmore about how a chart is actually calculated. You may find it helpful tocomplete E400 Astronomy for Astrologers before taking this course.

Weekly topics:

1.The basics of working with time

2.Getting started on house cusps

3.The Ascendant and intermediary Housecusps

4.Review and completion of House cusps

5.Adding in the Planets

6.Review and calculate PlanetaryDeclination

7.Equatorial Ascendant and Vertex

8.Secondary progressions and solar arcdirection

9.Solar and Lunar Returns

10. Techniquesrelated to the chart circle

11. FinalExam – start to finish

Instructor bios:

Enid Newberg,MAWhole Systems Design. Enid has been a librarian, astrologer, childbirtheducator, paralegal, IT and web developer and trainer, entrepreneur,administrator, and teacher.

In 1993, Enid became involved in the dream ofcreating an academic college where astrology would be openly taught and joinedthe board of Kepler College. She was president of the College as it opened from2000-2001 and again from 2007-2019. In 2013, her interest in preserving andexpanding an understanding of our astrological heritage led her to helpestablish the Alexandria iBase Project.

Enid particularly enjoys introducing students tothe dynamic aliveness of an astrological chart. She is also fascinated byastrology's history and philosophy as well as its intersection with magic,spirituality, and culture. She loves to teach and use astrology to help clientsfind creative insights.

Enid is an instructor in:

• The Bridge Course for Astrological Fundamentals
• E520A Psyche and Soul: The Astrology of Identity and Character
• E520B Astrologies of Soul: Calling and Vocation
• E520C The Recurring and Evolving Soul 2nd ed.
• M100 Chart Construction
• W101 Fundamentals I: Introduction
• W102 Fundamentals II: Interpretation Tools

This self-directed course introduces you to the math required to calculate a natal chart by hand. You will learn how to accurately calculate a birth chart for any time, date and place on earth. The calculations are broken down into separate segments using examples and homework for practice.

You will have 6 months to complete the modules. If you have questions, you can email the instructor at any time.

Required Books:

Simply Math by Lauren Fowks and Lynn Sellon

Midnight Ephemeris for the 20th Century. Find one that has declinations if possible.

Book of Tables. The examples used will refer to the Michelsen Book of Tables, but any Placidus House book of tables will work.

Optional Books: These are not required to complete this course as time zones will be provided. You do need them (or at least know how to use them) if you intend to take the NCGR exam. They would also be important if you wanted to calculate time zones by hand, so you may want to add them to your library and study the chapter on how to use them.

The American Atlas, US Longitudes & Latitudes Time Changes and Time Zones Compiled and Programmed by Thomas G. Shanks
The American Atlas, World Longitudes & Latitudes Time Changes and Time ZonesCompiled and Programmed by Thomas G. Shanks

This course is required for the Diplomaprogram.

Course name: M100:Chart Calculation

Instructors: EnidNewberg

Course length: 10-Weeks(self-directed course with a live 1-1/2-hour class each week)

Course cost: $

Required Books:

-Simply Mathby Lauren Fowks and Lynn Sellon- you can probably find this most easily on Amazon

-Midnight Ephemeris for the 20thCentury. Find one that has declinations if possible.
You can find an online version athttps://www.astro.com/swisseph/swepha_e.htm

-Book of Tables. Theexamples used will refer to the Michelsen Book of Tables, but any book ortables for Placidus House system will work
You can find an online version athttps://www.astro.com/swisseph/sweph_ht_e.htm

Suggested Books:

The American Atlas, US Longitudes &Latitudes Time Changes, and Time ZonesCompiled andProgrammed by Thomas G. Shanks

The American Atlas, World Longitudes& Latitudes Time Changes, and Time ZonesCompiledand Programmed by Thomas G. Shanks

Under theResourceslink,you will find PDFsto download that you will need for the variouslessons.

Optional Book (another perspective on themath):Scofield, Bruce.Astrological Chart Calculations: History,Conventions, and Methodologies,One Reed Publications, MA. 2018.

Pre-requisite: none

Course description:

Chart calculation can pretty daunting. This coursehelps make it easier by combining reading, live lectures, and group practicesessions.

There is a trade-off in having the benefit ofcomputers to calculate and construct an astrological chart. This guidedindependent study course gives students a deeper understanding of how the chartrelates to the movements of the earth and sky, which aids chart interpretation.

The first portion of this course covers the processof calculating a natal chart. Students will learn to calculate charts from timezones around the world, as well as in both the Northern and Southernhemispheres. The second portion of the course adds additional calculationtechniques, including the lots.

The course is organized for independentself-study and with live meetings during the term for students to directly askquestions and go over the material. Students can also request 1-hour of privatetutoring.

Use this course if you intend to take theorganizational exams. complete the Professional Diploma or simply want to knowmore about how a chart is actually calculated. You may find it helpful tocomplete E400 Astronomy for Astrologers before taking this course.

Weekly topics:

1.The basics of working with time

2.Getting started on house cusps

3.The Ascendant and intermediary Housecusps

4.Review and completion of House cusps

5.Adding in the Planets

6.Review and calculate PlanetaryDeclination

7.Equatorial Ascendant and Vertex

8.Secondary progressions and solar arcdirection

9.Solar and Lunar Returns

10. Techniquesrelated to the chart circle

11. FinalExam – start to finish

Instructor bios:

Enid Newberg,MAWhole Systems Design. Enid has been a librarian, astrologer, childbirtheducator, paralegal, IT and web developer and trainer, entrepreneur,administrator, and teacher.

In 1993, Enid became involved in the dream ofcreating an academic college where astrology would be openly taught and joinedthe board of Kepler College. She was president of the College as it opened from2000-2001 and again from 2007-2019. In 2013, her interest in preserving andexpanding an understanding of our astrological heritage led her to helpestablish the Alexandria iBase Project.

Enid particularly enjoys introducing students tothe dynamic aliveness of an astrological chart. She is also fascinated byastrology's history and philosophy as well as its intersection with magic,spirituality, and culture. She loves to teach and use astrology to help clientsfind creative insights.

Enid is an instructor in:

• The Bridge Course for Astrological Fundamentals
• E520A Psyche and Soul: The Astrology of Identity and Character
• E520B Astrologies of Soul: Calling and Vocation
• E520C The Recurring and Evolving Soul 2nd ed.
• M100 Chart Construction
• W101 Fundamentals I: Introduction
• W102 Fundamentals II: Interpretation Tools

This self-directed course introduces you to the math required to calculate a natal chart by hand. You will learn how to accurately calculate a birth chart for any time, date and place on earth. The calculations are broken down into separate segments using examples and homework for practice.

You will have 6 months to complete the modules. If you have questions, you can email the instructor at any time.

Required Books:

Simply Math by Lauren Fowks and Lynn Sellon

Midnight Ephemeris for the 20th Century. Find one that has declinations if possible.

Book of Tables. The examples used will refer to the Michelsen Book of Tables, but any Placidus House book of tables will work.

Optional Books: These are not required to complete this course as time zones will be provided. You do need them (or at least know how to use them) if you intend to take the NCGR exam. They would also be important if you wanted to calculate time zones by hand, so you may want to add them to your library and study the chapter on how to use them.

The American Atlas, US Longitudes & Latitudes Time Changes and Time Zones Compiled and Programmed by Thomas G. Shanks
The American Atlas, World Longitudes & Latitudes Time Changes and Time ZonesCompiled and Programmed by Thomas G. Shanks

This course is required for the Diplomaprogram.

Course name: M100:Chart Calculation

Instructors: EnidNewberg

Course length: 10-Weeks(self-directed course with a live 1-1/2-hour class each week)

Course cost: $

Required Books:

-Simply Mathby Lauren Fowks and Lynn Sellon- you can probably find this most easily on Amazon

-Midnight Ephemeris for the 20thCentury. Find one that has declinations if possible.
You can find an online version athttps://www.astro.com/swisseph/swepha_e.htm

-Book of Tables. Theexamples used will refer to the Michelsen Book of Tables, but any book ortables for Placidus House system will work
You can find an online version athttps://www.astro.com/swisseph/sweph_ht_e.htm

Suggested Books:

The American Atlas, US Longitudes &Latitudes Time Changes, and Time ZonesCompiled andProgrammed by Thomas G. Shanks

The American Atlas, World Longitudes& Latitudes Time Changes, and Time ZonesCompiledand Programmed by Thomas G. Shanks

Under theResourceslink,you will find PDFsto download that you will need for the variouslessons.

Optional Book (another perspective on themath):Scofield, Bruce.Astrological Chart Calculations: History,Conventions, and Methodologies,One Reed Publications, MA. 2018.

Pre-requisite: none

Course description:

Chart calculation can pretty daunting. This coursehelps make it easier by combining reading, live lectures, and group practicesessions.

There is a trade-off in having the benefit ofcomputers to calculate and construct an astrological chart. This guidedindependent study course gives students a deeper understanding of how the chartrelates to the movements of the earth and sky, which aids chart interpretation.

The first portion of this course covers the processof calculating a natal chart. Students will learn to calculate charts from timezones around the world, as well as in both the Northern and Southernhemispheres. The second portion of the course adds additional calculationtechniques, including the lots.

The course is organized for independentself-study and with live meetings during the term for students to directly askquestions and go over the material. Students can also request 1-hour of privatetutoring.

Use this course if you intend to take theorganizational exams. complete the Professional Diploma or simply want to knowmore about how a chart is actually calculated. You may find it helpful tocomplete E400 Astronomy for Astrologers before taking this course.

Weekly topics:

1.The basics of working with time

2.Getting started on house cusps

3.The Ascendant and intermediary Housecusps

4.Review and completion of House cusps

5.Adding in the Planets

6.Review and calculate PlanetaryDeclination

7.Equatorial Ascendant and Vertex

8.Secondary progressions and solar arcdirection

9.Solar and Lunar Returns

10. Techniquesrelated to the chart circle

11. FinalExam – start to finish

Instructor bios:

Enid Newberg,MAWhole Systems Design. Enid has been a librarian, astrologer, childbirtheducator, paralegal, IT and web developer and trainer, entrepreneur,administrator, and teacher.

In 1993, Enid became involved in the dream ofcreating an academic college where astrology would be openly taught and joinedthe board of Kepler College. She was president of the College as it opened from2000-2001 and again from 2007-2019. In 2013, her interest in preserving andexpanding an understanding of our astrological heritage led her to helpestablish the Alexandria iBase Project.

Enid particularly enjoys introducing students tothe dynamic aliveness of an astrological chart. She is also fascinated byastrology's history and philosophy as well as its intersection with magic,spirituality, and culture. She loves to teach and use astrology to help clientsfind creative insights.

Enid is an instructor in:

• The Bridge Course for Astrological Fundamentals
• E520A Psyche and Soul: The Astrology of Identity and Character
• E520B Astrologies of Soul: Calling and Vocation
• E520C The Recurring and Evolving Soul 2nd ed.
• M100 Chart Construction
• W101 Fundamentals I: Introduction
• W102 Fundamentals II: Interpretation Tools

This self-directed course introduces you to the math required to calculate a natal chart by hand. You will learn how to accurately calculate a birth chart for any time, date and place on earth. The calculations are broken down into separate segments using examples and homework for practice.

You will have 6 months to complete the modules. If you have questions, you can email the instructor at any time.

Required Books:

Simply Math by Lauren Fowks and Lynn Sellon

Midnight Ephemeris for the 20th Century. Find one that has declinations if possible.

Book of Tables. The examples used will refer to the Michelsen Book of Tables, but any Placidus House book of tables will work.

Optional Books: These are not required to complete this course as time zones will be provided. You do need them (or at least know how to use them) if you intend to take the NCGR exam. They would also be important if you wanted to calculate time zones by hand, so you may want to add them to your library and study the chapter on how to use them.

The American Atlas, US Longitudes & Latitudes Time Changes and Time Zones Compiled and Programmed by Thomas G. Shanks
The American Atlas, World Longitudes & Latitudes Time Changes and Time ZonesCompiled and Programmed by Thomas G. Shanks

This self-directed course introduces you to the math required to calculate a natal chart by hand. You will learn how to accurately calculate a birth chart for any time, date and place on earth. The calculations are broken down into separate segments using examples and homework for practice.

You will have 6 months to complete the modules. If you have questions, you can email the instructor at any time.

Required Books:

Simply Math by Lauren Fowks and Lynn Sellon

Midnight Ephemeris for the 20th Century. Find one that has declinations if possible.

Book of Tables. The examples used will refer to the Michelsen Book of Tables, but any Placidus House book of tables will work.

Optional Books: These are not required to complete this course as time zones will be provided. You do need them (or at least know how to use them) if you intend to take the NCGR exam. They would also be important if you wanted to calculate time zones by hand, so you may want to add them to your library and study the chapter on how to use them.

The American Atlas, US Longitudes & Latitudes Time Changes and Time Zones Compiled and Programmed by Thomas G. Shanks
The American Atlas, World Longitudes & Latitudes Time Changes and Time ZonesCompiled and Programmed by Thomas G. Shanks

Youtube has been a revolutionary force for astrologers today. It provides a platform to reach others with your unique astrological voice, demonstrate your expertise, attract clients from around the world, and serves as a tool for many astrologers to be financially independent and self-supporting.

Video astrology is a skill of its own. This class is ideal if you are considering offering videos as part of your astrological practice, if you new to YouTube, or you want the support, ideas, and inspiration to reignite your established channel.

This class does assume you have some basic astrological knowledge, but registration is not limited only to astrologers. Anyone who is open to astrological insights and wants to bring a more conscious approach to developing a YouTube channel and creating a wholistic, spiritually integrated business, within a supportive environment, is welcome.

It is only the last half of the first class which specifically discusses astrological aspects of your own natal chart, as part of understanding the best strategies for you. Most of this course is practical, supportive, and a wonderful way to take your business to the next, most rewarding level for you.

An important part of this course is the mentorship offered by Nadiya. This is the only business course she teaches, only once a year, during which you will have access to her personal feedback and expertise, to help you as you uniquely might need, in her encouraging and positive style.

An overview of the syllabus:

Week 1

Introduction

Setting an intention for our group

Setting an intention for your own work

Some basics about your own chart, to understand the best approach for you

Some basics on choosing the astrology of an official launch date for you

Homework: Explore your own chart for insights into how to best approach your channel, and choose a launch date (or 2).

Week 2

Knowing who you are and creating a niche

Being open to vision, slogans, catchphrases

How to make a video, the practical matters learning skills and being yourself

Practical steps to setting up your channel

Homework: Gather your tools and make a video! We will review it together during next week’s class

Week 3

Let’s review our videos!

Loving feedback and support

Week 4

The ubiquitous, mysterious YouTube algorithm

How to get views, subscribers, likes, followers, and cultivate community

Discover which social media platforms you prefer, and how to use them

The very many ways in which to make money on or through YouTube

Homework: Defining your goals, the role that YouTube will play, and your best approach to achieving your aims.

Week 5

More on making money

More on getting noticed and cultivating bigger opportunities

What are your next steps?

Last class Q and A

Homework: Creating a YouTube plan, or business plan.

BONUS: All students who complete the course will have an opportunity to submit a unique video for consideration for Nadiya’s Youtube channel

This course was recorded in 2023.

Course description:

YouTube for Astrologers

Youtube has been a revolutionary force for astrologers today. It provides a platform to reach others with your unique astrological voice, demonstrate your expertise, attract clients from around the world, and serves as a tool for many astrologers to be financially independent and self-supporting.

Video astrology is a skill of its own. This class is ideal if you are considering offering videos as part of your astrological practice, if you new to YouTube, or you want the support, ideas, and inspiration to reignite your established channel.

This class does assume you have some basic astrological knowledge, but registration is not limited only to astrologers. Anyone who is open to astrological insights and wants to bring a more conscious approach to developing a YouTube channel and creating a wholistic, spiritually integrated business, within a supportive environment, is welcome.

It is only the last half of the first class which specifically discusses astrological aspects of your own natal chart, as part of understanding the best strategies for you. Most of this course is practical, supportive, and a wonderful way to take your business to the next, most rewarding level for you.

An important part of this course is the mentorship offered by Nadiya. This is the only business course she teaches, only once a year, during which you will have access to her personal feedback and expertise, to help you as you uniquely might need, in her encouraging and positive style.

Learn more about your course instructor:

French Vanity Fair named Nadiya Shah one of the top 12 astrologers on the planet, crowning her a pioneer in video astrology. She is an Internationally Syndicated Astrologer, Author, Television and Internet Personality, and is also one of the few people in the world to hold an M.A. in the Cultural Study of Cosmology and Divination, from the University of Kent, United Kingdom.

Nadiya Shah is the author of several books, including The Body and The Cosmos, Prayers To The Sky, and The Universe is Wise & Loving, all of which debuted as #1 New Releases in New Age Astrology on Amazon. Her school Synchronicity University teaches astrology worldwide. At 161k+ subscribers, Nadiya’s wildly popular Youtube channel, nadiyashahdotcom is one of the most-watched Astrology channels in the world.

Find her online at nadiyashah.com

Nadiya teaches the following course:

PD103A YouTube for the Professional Astrologer