Level 1: The Foundations - Getting Started with Tarot
This level is all about building a solid base. You'll become familiar with the deck and its core components.
- Introduction to Tarot:
- What is Tarot? Its history and origins.
- Different types of Tarot decks (Rider-Waite-Smith as the primary focus, with mentions of others).
- Understanding the structure of the Tarot deck:
- The Major Arcana: Archetypal energies and life lessons.
- The Minor Arcana: Suits (Wands, Cups, Swords, Pentacles) and their elemental associations (Fire, Water, Air, Earth).
- Court Cards (Page, Knight, Queen, King): Exploring roles and personalities.
- Choosing your first Tarot deck and caring for it.
- Setting intentions and creating a sacred space for readings.
- Understanding the Major Arcana:
- In-depth exploration of each of the 22 Major Arcana cards.
- Keywords, symbolism, and imagery of each card.
- Understanding the journey of the Fool.
- Exploring the relationships and themes within the Major Arcana.
- Understanding the Minor Arcana - The Suits
- Wands:
- Cups:
- Swords:
- Pentacles:
- Understanding the Minor Arcana - The Numbered Cards (Ace to Ten)
- Basic Card Meanings:
Level 2: Reading with Confidence - Basic Spreads and Techniques
- Introduction to Tarot Spreads:
- Formulating Effective Questions:
- The Art of Interpretation:
- Ethical Considerations for Tarot Reading:
- Practice Readings:
Level 3: Deepening Your Understanding - Intermediate Concepts
- Exploring Card Combinations:
- Working with Reversed Cards:
- Advanced Spreads:
- Timing and Tarot:
- Intuitive Development for Tarot:
- Storytelling with Tarot:
Level 4: Mastering the Craft - Advanced Techniques and Applications
- Shadow Work and Tarot:
- Tarot and Archetypes:
- Tarot and Astrology/Numerology:
- Creating Your Own Spreads:
- Offering Professional Readings (Optional):
- Advanced Interpretation Techniques:
- Integrating Tarot with Other Practices
Throughout all levels, emphasis should be placed on:
- Developing your personal relationship with the Tarot.
- Trusting your intuition.
- Consistent practice and self-reflection.
- Creating a supportive learning environment.
This comprehensive structure provides a roadmap for a Tarot course that progresses logically from foundational knowledge to advanced application. The specific content and duration of each level can be adjusted based on the needs of the students.
Good luck on your Tarot journey!