KEPLER COLLEGE EDUCATION PROGRAM V19.12.30 Kepler College and its learning programs are dedicated to Johannes Kepler January 6, 1572 - November 15, 1629 Johannes Kepler was a life-long astrologer, astronomer and mathematician. He was the first man to discover and mathematically define the elliptical property of planetary orbits, successfully uniting the theories of Copernicus, Plato and Pythagoras as part of his three laws of planetary motion. He also did important work on optics. It is to his holistic vision of an ordered universe that Kepler has been dedicated. Calendar 2019-2020 Register by Term begins Term ends Fall Term Sept 19, 2019 Sept 23, 2019 Dec 8, 2019 (with one week for Thanksgiving break) Winter Term Jan 2, 2020 Jan 6, 2020 Mar 15, 2020 Spring Term Apr 9, 2020 Apr 13, 2020 June 21, 2020 Summer Term Jul 2, 2020 Jul 6, 2020 Sept 6, 2020 2020-2021 Register by Term begins Term ends Fall Term Sept 17, 2020 Sept 21, 2020 Dec 6, 2020 (with one week for Thanksgiving break) Winter Term Dec 30, 2020 Jan 4, 2021 Mar 14, 2021 Spring Term Apr 1, 2021 Apr 5, 2021 Jun 13, 2021 Summer Term Jun 24, 2021 Jun 28, 2021 Sept 5, 2021 Mission Statement As a global educational leader, Kepler is passionate about enhancing the field of astrology in a professional and structured way by developing and offering quality resources for investigation, education and practical application. We strive for excellence by applying academic standards and professional ethics to the study of astrology. We aim to transform the modern understanding and value of astrology by presenting the field in its historical, philosophical and cultural context. This catalog changes on a regular basis. Please make sure to check the website for the most recent version. Table of Contents MISSION STATEMENT ......................................................................................... 2 OVERVIEW .......................................................................................................... 6 QUICK FACTS ...................................................................................................... 6 Qualifying Courses (the Certificate and Diploma Program) ..................................... 6 Quick Facts on Additional Learning Opportunities at Kepler .................................... 7 Financial Aid Overview ........................................................................................ 8 THE MARION D. MARCH ELECTRONIC RESEARCH LIBRARY ..................................................... 8 THE ALEXANDRIA IBASE PROJECT ................................................................................... 9 CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE ............................................................................................. 9 NATAL ASTROLOGY MOVEMENT & FORECASTING COUNSELLING AND RELATIONSHIPS ASTRO*CARTO*GRAPHY MULTIPLE TRADITIONS INDIAN ASTROLOGY CLASSICAL SYSTEMS ESOTERIC ASTROLOGY PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT........................................................................ 9 ASTROLOGICAL FUNDAMENTALS: NATAL ASTROLOGY ........................................................... 9 W101 Fundamentals I: Introduction ................................................................... 10 W102 Fundamentals II: Interpretation Tools ...................................................... 10 W103 Fundamentals III: Building Delineation Skills ............................................. 11 W104 Fundamentals IV: Natal Practicum ............................................................ 12 ASTROLOGICAL FUNDAMENTALS: MOVEMENT & FORECASTING .............................................. 12 W110 Fundamentals V: Predicting Major Life Circumstances - Flowering of the Natal Chart Promise ................................................................................................... 13 W111A Fundamentals VI: Advanced Predictive Techniques- Ancient to Modern ..... 14 W112A / W112B Practicum: Applied Rectification and Unification of Forecasting Techniques ....................................................................................................... 15 W113A Practicum: Applied Forecasting in the Client Session- How to Respond to Common Client Questions .................................................................................. 16 CHART FORMATION ................................................................................................... 16 M100: Chart Calculation .................................................................................... 16 E400 Astronomy for Astrologers (independent study) .......................................... 17 COUNSELING AND RELATIONSHIPS ................................................................................ 18 WR201 Counseling Issues in Astrology ............................................................... 18 WR202A Working with Parents and Children (5 weeks) ....................................... 19 WR202B Family Themes and Issues (5 weeks) ................................................... 19 WR203A Relationships 101 – Attraction and Repulsion (5 weeks) ......................... 20 WR203B Comparisons and Composites (5 weeks) ............................................... 20 SYMMETRICAL ASTROLOGY .......................................................................................... 21 E510 Symmetry in Astrology 1 (Independent Study) ........................................... 21 E513A Introduction to Uranian Astrology (5 weeks) ............................................ 21 ASTROMAPPING ........................................................................................................ 22 WL220 Astromapping I: Astro*Carto*Graphy (A*C*G) ........................................ 22 WL221A Astromapping II: The Astrology of Local Space (5 weeks) ..................... 22 WL221B Astromapping III: Practicum (5 weeks) ................................................ 23 ASTROLOGICAL HERITAGE ........................................................................................... 23 E300 Astrological Heritage: The History (independent study - 10 weeks) .............. 23 E301A Modern Astrology's Heritage (5 weeks) .................................................... 23 L201A Sacred Paths Through the Written Word: Western (5 weeks) ................... 24 L201B Sacred Paths Through the Written Word: Eastern (5 weeks)..................... 24 INDIAN ASTROLOGY (UNDER DEVELOPMENT) .................................................................... 24 V101 Introduction to Indian Astrology (10 weeks) ............................................... 24 V100A Crash Course in Indian Astrology (5 weeks) ............................................. 25 V110A Vedic Tricks to Elect the Best Time (5 weeks) .......................................... 25 ELECTIVES (5-WEEK COURSES) ....................................................................... 26 CS151A Dignities and Debilities .......................................................................... 26 CS153A/W111B The Cycle of the Year: Traditional Predictive Astrology ................ 26 E520 Character, Calling, and Karma: Astrologies of the Soul ................................ 27 E521A The Times and Astrology of Marsilio Ficino ............................................... 29 E610A Adventures in Esoteric Astrology .............................................................. 29 ADDITIONAL ELECTIVES (10-WEEK COURSES) ............................................... 30 E280 Mesoamerican Astrology (independent study)............................................. 30 ALTERNATE TRADITIONS CERTIFICATE ........................................................................... 31 PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE CERTIFICATE (IN DEVELOPMENT) ........................ 31 CONTINUING EDUCATION ................................................................................ 31 PROFESSIONAL DIPLOMA IN ASTROLOGY ...................................................... 33 PROGRAM INSTRUCTORS ................................................................................. 35 INSTRUCTORS AND LECTURERS ..................................................................................... 35 ADMINISTRATION ............................................................................................ 41 REGISTRATION ................................................................................................. 42 Enrollment and Records .................................................................................... 42 The Course Website .......................................................................................... 43 Prior Learning Challenge .................................................................................... 43 Nondiscrimination Policy .................................................................................... 43 TUITION & FEES ............................................................................................... 44 TUITION ................................................................................................................. 44 Other Expenses ................................................................................................ 44 CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY ................................................................................ 45 Extensions ........................................................................................................ 45 Cancellation of a Course .................................................................................... 45 ONLINE EDUCATION