This is a three part class, divided into: Beginning Tarot (10 weeks), Intermediate Tarot (10 weeks) and Advanced (6 weeks).
It is an intensive class and is designed for students (with no experience) who wish to become professional tarot readers, as well as those who wish to polish their already acquired skills.
Students are provided with a class booklet. These classes require consistent attendance and some written homework.
Beginning Tarot
In the Beginning Level Class you will be taught how to learn the Tarot, by investigating the nature, meaning and interpretation of symbolism. Specifically, the symbolism which is featured on the Tarot Cards. We will focus largely on the 22 Major Arcana, their symbolism and their respective meanings. This is a hands on class, in which students are learning through participation.
Course Overview / Outline
Class 1: Lecture Topics: Introduction to Tarot symbology, Tarot vs. Oracles, discussion of homework and resources.
Lesson: Fool / Magician
Class 2: Lecture Topic: History of the Tarot
Lesson: High Priestess / Empress / Emperor / Hierophant / Lovers
Class 3: Lecture Topic: Tarot as an Occult Teaching System
Lesson: Chariot / Strength / Hermit / Wheel of Fortune / Justice
Class 4: Lecture Topic: Patterns: Inward/outward
Lesson: Hanged Man / Death / Temperance / Devil / Tower
Class 5: Lecture Topic: Preparation for Storytelling Exercise
Lesson: Star / Moon / Sun / Judgement / World
Class 6: Lecture Topic: Correspondences between Major Arcana
Group Activity: Storytelling Exercise
Class 7: Lecture Topic: Myth, Storytelling & Archetypes
Lesson: Preparation for Fate vs. Free Will Debate Group Exercise
Class 8: Group Activity: Fate vs. Free Will Debate Exercise
Class 9: Tarot Spreads
Group Activity: Tarot Spreads (practice)
Class 10: Group Activity: Tarot Readings
Graduation
Intermediate Tarot
At the Intermediate level, our focus will shift to studying the symbolism of the 56 Minor Arcana. In this class we will also place a heavy focus on communication skills, which are critical to performing a successful reading. We will also explore related topics which can provide a depth of understanding through association, such as: astrology and numerology. Additionally, we will take our studies to a personal level, with an thoughtful and insightful analysis of our own unique natures.
Once these two classes have completed, the student will functionally able to perform successful readings, for the self or others.
Course Overview / Outline
Class 1: Lecture Topic: Required Supplies / Class and Personal Assignments
Class 2: Lesson: Suit of Pentacles
Class 3: Lesson: Suit of Cups
Class 4: Lesson: Suit of Wands
Class 5: Lesson: Suit of Swords
Class 6: Lecture Topic: The Relationship between Tarot & Astrology
Class 7: Lecture Topic: The Relationship between Tarot & Numerology
Class 8: Group Activity: Individual Elemental Analysis
Class 9: Group Activity: Storytelling Assignment
Class 10: Group Activity: Symbolism Assignment Discussion
Advanced Tarot
The advanced class is designed to prepare the student to offer their skill as a Tarot reader professionally. In this class we will cover all related topics necessary to prepare your skill for a business application. These topics will include: attracting business, negotiating costs, managing difficult clients, etc.
Once all three classes have been completed, the student will have acquired confidence, competence and quite a lot of professional experience, fully prepared to work as a Professional Tarot Reader.
Course Overview / Outline
Class 1: Lecture Topic: Business Techniques / Tools of the Trade
Lesson: Personal Energy
Class 2: Lecture Topic: Getting and negotiating jobs
Lesson: Storing / Cleansing / Charging
Class 3: Lecture Topic: Legality / Taxes
Lesson: Spiritual Counseling / Psychotherapy
Class 4: Lecture Topic: Reading Between the Lines
Lesson: Role Playing / Problem Clients
Class 5: Lecture Topic: Prediction
Lesson: Self-Reflection
Class 6: FINAL GRADUATION
Tarot Classes Schedule
You can sign up for a particular class HERE or in Upcoming Events (to your right)