Intro to Astrological Symbols

Take the first steps toward reading charts

Interested in astrology but not sure where to start?

This inspiring course will introduce you to the key building blocks of astrology in an easy to understand way.

  • You will learn the basics of astrology with an introduction to planets, signs, and houses.
  • You will gain an understanding of the modern approach to astrology.
  • You’ll have access to support and real-time answers to your questions.
  • Our step-by-step approach will help you avoid overwhelm as you set the stage for learning how to read a chart.

 

What You'll Learn in this Course

In this course you will learn the basic symbols necessary for deeper astrological study: 14 Planetary Symbols, 12 Signs, and 12 houses.

Are you ready to jump into learning astrology but don’t know where to start?

Are you looking for a structured program that will help you feel confident practicing astrology for yourself or others?

Then this is the perfect course!

  • Week 1: Astrology, planetary archetypes and your connection to the cosmos
  • Week 2: The 12 signs as expressions of embodied experience
  • Week 3: The 12 Houses and intro to house systems
  • Week 4: How to set up a birth chart, how to use the ephemeris, and getting started with astrology software

You’ll learn how to set up a chart in an astrology program (includes demonstrations for Solar Fire, AstroGold, Win*Star, and Sirius), and how to choose a house system to begin your studies.

 

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What You Get in This Course

Video Lessons

Homework and Reading Assignments

Q&A Sessions and Online Discussion Forum

Logistics

This is course one in our diploma program.

Required textsThe Contemporary Astrologer’s Handbook by Sue Tompkins; Astrology: Using the Wisdom of the Stars in Your Everyday Life by Carole Taylor

Recommended supplementary texts: The Inner Sky by Steven Forrest; Horoscope Symbols by Robert Hand; Astrology for Yourself by Demetra George

Course includes: 

  • 8+ hours of pre-recorded training videos
  • 4 recorded Q&A sessions
  • Weekly reading assignments and homework
  • Bonus videos
  • All course materials are available to stream and/or download.

$295 (audit) / $350 (with feedback)
The course lessons are pre-recorded so you can start viewing right away. 

Register “with feedback” to receive feedback on your homework and exam. Audit students receive the same study materials and videos but do not receive personal feedback on their work.

This course is perfect for beginners and those looking to review the basics. Experienced students looking to enter our four-year program have the option to attempt to test out of this course for full credit. 

 

Sign up now and get started on your astrological journey!

Study with Me

I'm Tony Howard, the founder of Astrology University. I've been coaching clients and students for over 20 years so they can make the most of astrology's powerful insights. I can teach you how to use them too! I'm passionate about using astrology to empower people to consciously co-create life as an active participant. Let me help you find inspiration and creative solutions for dynamic engagement using the cosmos as a guide.

Rave Reviews

“Tony, your lectures have been stellar. It's clear that you're rigorously thinking through the order in which we need to hear the information to facilitate our actually taking it in. Moreover, you're also resisting the temptation to make the meanings formulaic, and thus overly reductive. I think it's quite remarkable that after a mere three lessons, I'm starting to grok how to think astrologically.”
– Susan Shannon
“Tony is a wonderful teacher! Watching him analyze charts is a master class in interpretation.”
– J.W.
“I thoroughly enjoyed this educational piece. Tony Howard is a phenomenal presenter! He tied the material into interesting and memorable concepts and provided many useful tips and techniques.”
– Flavia B.
"I've been studying astrology for over two decades, and was optimistic about taking this intro class as an avenue into grounding my knowledge. I can't even begin to express the depth and breadth that Tony opened up in his presentations and his presence with the students. My knowledge base about the signs and houses was truly expanded. Tony is a gifted teacher, and it was quite obvious that his passion and priority are enhancing the knowledge of all participants, from all levels of learning. I am looking forward to continuing with my studies at AU."
– E.F., US

How Astrology University Courses Help You Retain the Knowledge

Inspiring Stories

Our instructors use a combination of theory, storytelling and chart analysis to keep you inspired as you learn

Practical Application

You'll apply what you're learning as you go which will exponentially improve your retention

Engaging Discussion

Get your questions answered in real time and have engaging conversations that will help you learn

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“To live one’s life in terms of the revelatory message symbolically implied in one’s birth chart is to live a life in terms of the sacred character of existence.

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