Ace the Cards: Master the Intricate Art of Tarot Reading

Unlock Tarot's depth: history, symbolism, archetypes, interpretation techniques, and correspondences and associations.

Created by: Cajun Conjuror
Mystic & Certified Teacher

What Will I Learn?

• Explore Tarot Foundations: Trace card origins, identify key figures, describe Rider-Waite-Smith Deck, and investigate The Fool's archetype.
• Study Major Arcana: Interpret life stages, outline meanings, categorize cards, use Major Arcana spreads, and interpret The Fool.
• Examine Minor Arcana: Follow suit progressions, analyze story arcs within suits, and understand themes from Ace to 10.
• Understand Court Cards: Match personalities, recognize elemental associations, and explore dual elemental aspects.
• Master Tarot Techniques: Interpret using traditional meanings, apply holistically, learn spreads, analyze card interactions, offer guidance, and innovate spread
• Decipher Symbolism: Investigate Tarot dynamics, interpret 3-card spreads, use Benebell Wen's W.I.N.D. method, and understand reversed card factors.
• Apply Tarot for Growth: Utilize Tarot for personal growth, decision-making, and reinforce its role in clarity and empowerment.
• Explore Esoteric Connections: Understand The Fool's symbolism, grasp Helena Blavatsky's "septenary principle", and recognize Tarot's ties to esoteric traditions

Requirements

• Before embarking on this journey to explore and master the tarot, participants are expected to demonstrate an open-minded disposition and a readiness to engage in profound introspection.
• Acquire either the Rider Waite Tarot deck or an equivalent Rider Waite Clone. The recommended deck is the Original Rider Waite deck.
• Procure a copy of the course textbook, "Ace the Cards: An Introductory Course to Understanding the Tarot" by Jarred James Breaux (Optional)

Target audience

• Beginners: People who are completely new to tarot and want to learn from scratch. Those who have a curiosity about the cards and want a structured introduction.
• Enthusiasts: Individuals who have a basic understanding of tarot but want to deepen their knowledge and skills. Those who might have already done some self-study or have had a few readings done for them.
• Aspiring Professional Readers: Individuals who aspire to become professional tarot readers and want to develop the skills and knowledge necessary to offer readings professionally.
• Spirituality Seekers: Those who are on a spiritual journey and see tarot as a tool for self-reflection, introspection, and personal growth. They may be drawn to the symbolic nature of the cards and want to explore their spiritual significance.
• Therapists and Counselors: Professionals who want to integrate tarot into their therapeutic practice. Those who may see tarot as a useful tool for accessing the subconscious mind and facilitating client insight and exploration.
• Artists and Creatives: People who are drawn to the visual symbolism of tarot and want to explore its artistic and creative aspects. Those who may be interested in using tarot imagery as inspiration for their own artistic endeavors.
• Psychology Students: Students of psychology who are interested in Jungian psychology and the archetypal symbolism present in tarot. Those who may see tarot as a practical application of psychological principles and theories.
• Writers and Storytellers: Writers who want to use tarot as a storytelling tool or to spark creativity. Those who may be interested in exploring the narrative potential of the cards and using them to develop characters, plots, and themes.
• Academic Researchers: Scholars who are interested in the history, cultural significance, and academic study of tarot. Those who may want to explore the origins of tarot, its evolution over time, and its impact on society and culture.
• Alternative Healing Practitioners: Practitioners of alternative healing modalities such as Reiki, crystal healing, or energy work, who want to incorporate tarot into their practice. Those who may see tarot as a complementary tool for understanding and addressing energetic imbalances.