Necessary references: To set up charts, students will need a tables of houses and an ephemeris. The course uses the AFA Placidus Tables of Houses and the Rosicrucian Ephemeris.
The course teaches tropical astrology and uses the Placidus house system.
Sectional purchase sequence: If buying the course in sections, Section 1 must be purchased first, followed by Section 2, then Section 3.
Print access (online edition): Online students must have access to a printer to print forms and charts needed for assignments.
Self‑paced assignments: Students work at their own pace; they interact with their teacher via correspondence. Successful completion of lesson assignments and the final exam is necessary to earn the diploma.
Policies: There is a charge to replace any lost lessons or forms. No refunds are given unless approved by AFA (refunds are subject to a 25 % fee). Shipping rates are higher for binder editions sent outside the U.S. and there’s a restocking fee for returns.