STA Qualifying Horary Certificate Course

Intensive Residential Workshop, 2010

Since 1996, under the umbrella of the STA School of Traditional Astrology, Deborah

Houlding has presented a practitioner-level horary course, (endorsed by the APAE

and APAI*), which teaches the principles of horary in a workshop format.

This uniquely structured course provides a full theoretical overview of horary (with

copious take-home notes) but places its emphasis on modern-day client-issues and the

demonstration of practical techniques which cut straight to the crux of the horary

problem. Past delivery of the course has shown that learning horary through the

exploration of modern scenarios, under the direct guidance of a skilful practitioner,

within a small group of like-minded colleagues, is the most effective way for a student

to gain a solid understanding of horary’s full potential and acquire the subject-

confidence needed to work independently as a horary consultant.

The STA practitioner’s level horary course has been delivered in Australia, Bali,

England, France, Hawaii, Ireland, Norway, New Zealand, Scotland and Tasmania.

In 2015 it will be offered for the second time in London, as a two-part attendance

course (28-30 Aug/4-6 Sept. 2015) organised by the London School of Astrology.

The course is restricted to a small number of enrolments to allow individual

attention, a friendly and encouraging atmosphere, and an ideal number of

participants for workshop exercises and group-work; therefore – places on this

course are limited to a maximum of 20 students. If you are interested, please book

early to avoid disappointment.

STA Qualifying Horary Certificate Course

Available through a 2-weekend workshop in association with

The London School of Astrology

*APAE: The Advisory Panel on Astrological Education: http://apae.org.uk/

*APAI: Association of Professional Astrologers International: http://www.professionalastrologers.co.uk

Breakfast = 8:30 am

Lunch 1:00 pm

Evening Meal – 6:00 pm (first evening could be 7:00 pm) Check-in/out 3:0 pm / Day students = £15 per dayjj J J J

The course is suitable for any astrologer

with a good understanding of general

astrological principles. Student abilities

are likely to be mixed, ranging from those

new to horary to those with theoretical

expertise seeking development of

practical application. A core objective of

the course is to develop confidence in

horary practice, so whilst it is useful to

have an understanding of how horary

works, previous experience or an

established knowledge of traditional

technique is not essential. The instruction

covers everything needed for a competent

astrologer to incorporate horary into an

existing astrological practice.

Emphasis is directed towards the art of

judgement, with appreciation that self-

assurance comes through a solid

understanding of horary symbolism, and

awareness of the sensitivities that can

arise in consultation. You will be given

explanations of the techniques which

structure the horary craft, and provided

with comprehensive course notes and any

required materials. The workshop draws

upon example horaries and recent client

scenarios. All of the main areas of analysis

are explained, along with discussion of the

difficulties each topic brings.

The course explores the methodology,

history and philosophy of horary. It has

been carefully designed to allow regular

periods of student involvement and

group activity, which ensures constant

consolidation of what is being taught.

This prevents the risk of theoretical

principles overwhelming practical

assimilation. The course is part of the

syllabus of the School of Traditional

Astrology (STA) and offers APAI

recognised certificate-level qualification.

It also acts as a requisite for anyone

wishing to embark on the STA ‘Masters-

level Course’ – a specialised horary

course designed for those seeking an

advanced level of theoretical and

philosophical exploration of this subject.

General Course Information & Experience Requirements

“Your Horary Course has enriched my astrology beyond recognition. I would happily do

it all over again next week - such fun and so magical!!!”

“… an amazing week with the most inspiring teacher I have ever come across. Thank

you so much Deb for all your patience and hard work and to you Frank for looking after

all of us so very well.”

Comments and photos from the course organised by the LSA in 2013

COURSE SYLLABUS (subject to amendment)

Friday, 28th August, 2015

12:00pm–1:30pm Instruction commences: Angularity and House Signification in Horary

1:30pm–2:30pm Break for lunch

2:30pm–4:00pm Cusps & Chart Turning: the ‘Masterpiece of the Art’

4:30pm–6:00pm Practical Exercises on Significators & Chart Judgement

Saturday, 29th August, 2015

10:00am–11:30am Profiling: the Descriptive Use of Planetary Significations

12:00pm–1:30pm Practical Exercises on Case Studies

2:30pm–4:00pm Aspects & the Symbolic Details of Planetary Motion

4:30pm–6:00 pm More on Aspects, Orbs, Applications, VOC & Horary Terms of Art

Sunday, 30th August, 2015

10:00am–11:20am Understanding Humours, Sect & the Interpretative use of Dignities

11:40pm–1:15pm Reception: How it Works & When it Matters

2:15pm–3:45pm The ‘People-Politics’ of Relationship Charts and Contractual Concerns

4:00pm–5:30pm Practical Exercises on Relationship Charts & Contract Scenarios

Friday, 4th September, 2015 (supplementary presentations)

6:00pm–7:15pm Locating Directions: Gaining a Sense of Space and Place

7:45pm–9:30 pm The Principles and Application of Horary Timing Techniques

Saturday, 5th September, 2015

10:00am–11:30am The Descriptive Qualities of the Signs

12:00pm–1:30pm Exploration of Lost Object and Missing Person Charts

2:30pm–4:00pm Questions Relating to Career Matters and Professional Concerns

4:30pm–6:00pm Investments, Property Charts & Financial Concerns

Optional: Saturday Night Evening Meal at Local Restaurant: from 6:30pm

Sunday, 6th September, 2015

10:30am–12:00pm Judgement of Questions Relating to Trials and Lawsuits

1:00pm–2:15pm Planetary Hours and Traditional ‘Considerations Before Judgement’

2:30pm–4:15pm Judgement of Questions Relating to Health and Pregnancy Concerns

4:30pm–5:00pm Closing advice and concluding Tips for Creating Reliable Judgements

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Deborah Houlding is a widely

recognised authority on horary

and the transmission of

traditional astrological techn-

iques. She is known for her

research into the origin of

house symbolism, explored in

her book, The Houses: Temples of

the Sky (Wessex, 1996).

Deborah was qualified as a

horary practitioner by Olivia Barclay in

1989, after which she worked as a tutor on

the QHP and acted as Horary Editor for

the Astrological Association of Great

Britain’s Journal before moving on to

become editor of The Traditional Astrologer

Magazine (1993 to 2000). Throughout this

period Deborah maintained a very busy

horary practice with an international

clientele drawn from all walks of life.

Deborah has been teaching horary around

the world through seminars, lectures,

workshops and courses since 1990. She

established the STA School of Horary

Astrology in 1996 to teach a structured

course via intensive residential workshops:

a format which has qualified many of

today’s successful and well known horary

practitioners. She has also presented

master classes on horary for many other

credible schools and organisations,

including the Astrological Association of

Great Britain, the Oslo School of Astrology,

the London School of

Astrology and the Faculty of

Astrological Studies.

Deborah is also known for her

expertise on the techniques of

William Lilly; whose 17th

century textbook Christian

Astrology remains central to

contemporary horary tuition.

She currently acts as Horary

Editor for The Mountain Astrologer

magazine (her serialised ‘Introduction to

Horary’ was published by The Mountain

Astrologer over nine issues) and maintains

the astrology website www.skyscript.co.uk.

Although grounded in traditional

knowledge, Deborah’s employment of

horary recognises the value of modern

perspectives in psychological exploration.

She recommends a multi-dimensional

approach to judgement, which allows a

horary chart to be explored from various

perspectives and so presents insight into

spiritual and emotional underplays as

well as psychological and more purely

practical predictive analysis.

In 2010 Deborah was awarded the Astrological

Association of Great Britain’s Charles Harvey Award for

Exceptional Service to Astrology; in 2011 she was made

an Honorary Member of the Astrological Association of

Romania, for “acknowledged sustained contributions to

the promotion of astrology”; in 2012 she was honoured as

the first recipient of the Jayavidya International Astrology

Award instituted by the Cultural Association Jayavidya.

The Course Tutor

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Cost & Venue Details

The booking form shows the price for the STA Certificate Course: £699

standard or £599 for discounted early bookings. Places are strictly limited and

allocated on a first-come, first served basis, secured upon receipt of a £200 non-

refundable deposit. All remaining fees must be settled before 28th July 2015.

The course fee includes the cost of refreshments (not meals) and the

supplementary presentations given on the evening of Friday 4th September.

Whilst delegates are not required to attend these supplementary additions to

the syllabus for certification purposes, their costs are non-transferable and no

substitutions or refunds can be given for non-participation.

This course is non-residential and delegates travelling into London are

required to make their own accommodation arrangements. The course venue,

International Hall, is part of the Intercollegiate Halls complex owned by the

University of London, which offers reasonably priced accommodation at

International Hall and other Halls of Residence conveniently located in the

heart of Bloomsbury (just a few minutes’ walk from Kings Cross, St. Pancras,

Euston and Russell Square stations and within walking distance of Oxford

Street, Soho and West End Theatres). For details see the University of London

Intercollegiate Halls website http://kx.halls.london.ac.uk/Default.aspx

International Hall Lansdowne Terrace London WC1N 1AS

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LSA/STA 2-WEEKEND HORARY CERTIFICATE COURSE AT LONDON, AUG-SEP 2015

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