The Professional Development Certificate at Kepler College is designed for astrologers who want to develop practical strategies and skills for building a successful astrology business. The Professional Development courses are designed for astrologers at all levels of practice. Whether you have been practicing for years or are just starting out, there is a course aligned with your interests, experience level, and professional direction.
Why Study Professional Development
This certificate emphasizes the practical skills needed for professional success. Students develop consulting skills for working effectively with clients, marketing skills for launching and growing an astrology business, and foundational business skills to support sustainable income, well-defined services, and increased confidence. Together, these areas help bridge the gap between astrological study and real-world application.
Choose from various professional development courses to launch or refine a business, strengthen consulting and communication skills, fill specific knowledge gaps, or develop a professional voice that supports long-term growth.
Learning Outcomes
Within this certificate program, students will have the opportunity to undertake specialized coursework aimed at supporting professional development in astrological practice. This includes enhancing competencies in building and managing an astrological business, developing and strengthening a professional brand identity, and learning how to construct an effective professional biography. Students will also refine written communication skills, develop effective verbal presentation abilities, and cultivate a coherent and professional public presence.
Prerequisite Knowledge
All courses range in astrological skill level from Novice to High Intermediate. The required skill level is identified for each course.
To determine whether a course is the right fit for your current level of astrological knowledge, please review the link below:
Kepler College Skill Level Guidelines
Certificate Requirements
This certificate requires 30 credits to complete.
Professional Development Classes (5 weeks):
- PD101 Branding: Attract the Right Clients with Astrology (Low Intermediate)
- PD104 The Digital Storefront: Foundations of Web Presence for Practitioners (Novice)
- PD103 Post and Prosper: Social Media Strategies for Astrologers (Low Beginner)
- PD204 Speak to Shine: Master Your Astrological Voice (Low Intermediate)
- PD205 How to Shine as a Sun Sign Columnist (Low Intermediate)
- PD301 Fundamentals of Life Coaching for Astrologers (Low Beginner)
- PD302 The Sustainable Astrologer: Systems for a Lifelong Practice (Low Intermediate)
- PD304 Astropreneurship™: Astrology as a Business (Low Beginner)
Master Classes (1 - 3 weeks):
- MCD101 Speak to Shine: Master Your Astrological Voice for Top Speaking Opportunities (Low Intermediate)
- MCD102 How to Start Your AstroMapping Business (Novice)
- MCD103 Write to Shine: The Astrologer’s Path to Publication (High Beginner)
- MCD104 Astrology of Storytelling Master Class (High Beginner)
- MCD105 Death Charts: An Astrological Tool for the Bereaved (High Intermediate)
- MCD106 Astrology Meets Branding: Crafting Your Bio and About Me Page (Low Intermediate)
Faculty: Lori Barnes, Meghna Bhagat, Arielle Guttman, Denise Hancock, Ryan Hunt, Omari Martin, Cindy McKean, Marie O'Neill, Moon Zlotnick