This three-day course offers a solid framework for your creative writing in a safe, positive environment. It is a beginners course, and covers all the basics in a step by step manner. Previous writing experience is not required. This course offers you

• a supportive environment to discuss your writing plans and the hurdles you face when writing.
• practical writing exercises to stimulate creativity when you feel stuck
• insight into how telling stories aloud can help you with the writing process
• awareness of how much stories are needed to teach, to challenge and to inspire us.
• tips on who to show your work to during the writing process and who to avoid until the work has been completed
• publishing avenues available to new and experienced writers, including self publishing

Most of us have a story to tell, whether it’s about a childhood, a friend, a parent or a family history. Putting that story into a readable form is what this course is about.

The course is based on Paul’s experience as an author of ten non-fiction books, one novel, six children’s books (currently being illustrated), numerous columns and short stories. This Creative Writing Course is approached in a practical manner.

It includes games, exercises and demonstrations, along with regular writing sessions to enable you to build your confidence in the techniques offered.

Students are given written homework to complete between classes to help them to build positive writing habits.

Why complete a writing course?

Writing takes many forms and requires different skills, according to the type of writing being produced. You may need practical assistance in developing successful writing skills. These skills include

• Research of a subject, a location or a time period for authenticity.
• A map of the writing project if it is a lengthy work, to avoid losing your way in the writing of the work
• A list of the topics to be covered if the work is non-fiction.
• A description of the characters, their backgrounds, current circumstances, desires, fears and motivations if the work is fiction.
• A routine for writing, such as one day each week or two three-hour evening sessions per week.
• A supportive editor, yet one who is also honest and practical when reviewing your work

Notes

Basic notes, exercise sheets and self assessment forms accompany this course and students are free to take notes. A workbook is given to each student at the beginning of the course. As most of the day involves hands-on exercises, you’ll learn through doing than through writing notes. Bring a pen, pad and some story ideas or your current writing project.

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Psychic Development

This practical, hands-on course offers a solid framework for your psychic development, in a positive and supportive environment. It is a powerful beginners course, and covers all the basics in a step by step manner. Previous knowledge is not required.

This course offers you:

improved intuitive skills developed through games, exercises and ‘hands on’ experience, setting you up for your own ongoing intuitive development.

psychic protection techniques for improving your protection as your intuition develops.

simple guided meditations which you can practice at home.

aura vision techniques which are simple and effective.

psychic etiquette boundaries, to help you to avoid trespassing into the auric energy fields of others, which may open you to receiving the same from them.

This course is based on Paul’s extensive experience as a clairvoyant, and it is approached in a fun, yet practical manner. Day one reveals the importance of psychic protection. Day two involves exploring your natural intuition, while day three examines psychic cleansing and the traditional tools used for prediction.

It includes games, exercises and demonstrations, along with regular practice sessions to enable you to build your confidence in the techniques offered.

Guided meditation are included, along with psychic development techniques such as

• the benefits of keeping a dream journal
• scanning yourself for auric weakness
• how curiosity forms psychic cords to others
• how to read the energy of objects and rooms
• how to distinguish inner voices guiding you from your own thoughts or imagination
• the seven main chakras of the body and their associated colours
• noticing which chakras you favour
• simple telepathy exercises
• how to cleanse and protect your home or office
• the importance of astral travel during sleep
• a brief look at psychic prediction methods including palmistry, tarot, astrology, psychometry and meditation.

Course Requirements

Due to the nature of the course and the course content, we reserve the right to refuse applicants whom we deem unsuitable for this course.

Telephone or personal interviews may be required prior to your acceptance into this course and no one using recreational drugs on a regular basis can be considered for this course. This includes abuse of alcohol. Those currently taking antidepressants cannot be included as most antidepressants suppress sensitivity.

Notes

Hand-outs also accompany this course and students are free to take notes. A workbook containing notes, guidelines and psychic cleansing and protection methods will be given to each student at the start of the course. As the course involves a combination of theory and practice sessions to build your skills, you’ll learn more through doing and listening than through taking notes.

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Introductory Tarot                [download pdf brochure]

Who is it for?
This inspiring course is for students with little or no experience in the tarot, and confidence in giving readings is encouraged through watching demonstrations and giving readings to fellow students under supervision.

Paul brings the tarot to life with his humorous and insightful delivery, using anecdotes, real life examples and demonstrations.

Course content
This introductory course covers

• the history of the tarot
• one card readings
• reading with reversed cards for increased clarity
• using intuition when reading
• the Major and the Minor Arcana
• astrology in relation to the tarot (including the lesson for each sign of the zodiac)
• how to word difficult questions for accuracy
• demonstrations and practice sessions
• role play to better understand the major Arcana

Cards used
We use the Rider Waite® tarot pack and you’ll need to bring a pack with you to the course.

Course notes
The course notes are provided in the form of Paul Fenton-Smith’s book The Tarot Revealed which is included in the course price. This allows each student to focus on the process instead of taking notes continuously. If you already have a copy of The Tarot Revealed, the price can be deducted from the course fees.

Certification
A certificate is granted to those who successfully complete written and practical exams. Exams are optional. We recommend that you complete 50 readings before sitting for exams to avoid disappointment. The first exam sitting is included in the course fee. Exams are by appointment only and can be completed at your leisure.

Course location
All Sydney courses are held in Lane Cove and interstate courses are held at different locations. Please write or phone for details.

Course times
Sydney courses are held on three consecutive Sundays, from 10:00 am until 5:30 pm. Morning and afternoon tea is supplied and there is a generous lunch break with many local cafes and take away food suppliers close by.

Course fees
The cost of the introductory tarot course is A$395.00. including GST. If you already have a copy of The Tarot Revealed the course fee is A$370. incl. GST.

Repeat offer
When you have completed a course at the Academy you can repeat that course within two years for only A$130. incl GST, subject to available space. This ensures that students have every opportunity to master their chosen subjects at their own pace. (The repeat fee is subject to change without notice).

If you can't make these course dates, why not learn the tarot at your own pace at home?  Our Tarot Correspondence course offers a complete introduction to the tarot, and includes

• Discover The Tarot DVD
• a copy of Paul's book The Tarot Revealed
• a worksbook which contains 19 lessons, tarot reading tips and self assessments
• 6 A4 laminated colour tarot posters
• a tarot log to record your practice readings
• a Rider Waite tarot deck, including a blank card
• an A4 colour poster on psychic cleansing

To purchase the Tarot Correspondence course, click on the Purchase Online page and click on courses.

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Advanced Tarot [download pdf brochure]

Who is it for?
This course is designed for those who have completed the introductory tarot course and who want to delve deeper into the tarot. It is suited to those who are in professional practice and this course improves your working knowledge of the tarot in a fun atmosphere. As our teaching methods are quite specific, it is not possible to attend this course until you have completed the introductory tarot course. It also offers telephone reading techniques and a demonstration telephone tarot reading using a speaker-phone. In this way students can hear both sides of the conversation as they watch the reading unfold.

Course content
As this is an advanced course, more emphasis is given to layouts, dealing with clients when reading for them and tips for setting up a successful practice in a changing industry. Also included are:

• a simple 10 step reading process
• how to make sense of Yes / No questions
• learning to know when the Court cards depict people or situations
• a chance to design your own layout, such as a causes / consequences layout or a career / relationship spread.
• demonstrations of the full reading process and how to deal with difficult clients
• the seven main chakras of the body and a chakra layout to read them through the tarot
• how to encourage the client to feel at ease during a reading
• your rights and responsibilities as a reader

Course notes
Course notes are included in the form of the book Mastering the Tarot, which is included in the course price. This allows each student to focus on the reading process instead of taking notes continuously. If you already have a copy of Mastering the Tarot, the price can be deducted from the course fees.

Certification
A certificate is granted to those who successfully complete written and practical exams. Exams are optional. We recommend that you complete 50 readings before sitting for exams to avoid disappointment. The first exam sitting is included in the course fee. Exams are by appointment only and can be completed at your leisure.

Course location
All Sydney courses are held in Lane Cove and interstate courses are held at different locations. Please write or phone for details.

Course times
Sydney courses are held on three consecutive Sundays, from 10:00 am until 5:30 pm. Morning and afternoon tea is supplied and there is a generous lunch break with many local cafes and take away food suppliers close by.

Course fees
The cost of the advanced tarot course is A$395.00. including GST. If you already have a copy of Mastering the Tarot the course fee is A$370. incl. GST.

Repeat offer
When you have completed a course at the Academy you can repeat that course within two years for only A$130. incl GST, subject to available space. This ensures that students have every opportunity to master their chosen subjects at their own pace. (The repeat fee is subject to change without notice).

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Tarot Masterclass                            [download pdf brochure]

Who is it for?
This course is designed for those who have completed the introductory and advanced tarot courses.  It is suitable for those who want to be professional tarot readers or to teach the tarot to others. It is suited to those who are already in professional practice and this course improves your working knowledge of the tarot in a fun atmosphere. As our teaching methods are quite specific, it is not possible to attend this course until you have completed the introductory and advanced tarot courses.

Course content
As this is an advanced course, more emphasis is given to tarot layouts, dealing with clients in crisis and tips for identifying the best way to present your findings to the client. Also included are:

Tarot Master Class also offers telephone reading techniques and a demonstration telephone tarot readings using a speaker-phone. In this way students can hear both sides of the conversation as they watch the reading unfold.  Psychic cleansing and development techniques are explained, and students are encouraged to use intuition in practice reaings.

• the tarot for personal development.
• how to make sense of Yes / No questions.
• exploring the court cards for a deeper understanding of personality types.
• linking cards together to form a clear picture.
• the body as a barometer for intuition.
• persisting with difficult readings.
• setting boundaries as a reader.
• spiritual purpose in the physical world.
• finding hope in every reading.
• learning to value what you offer your clients.

Course notes
Course notes and self assessments are included in the course price. This allows each student to focus on the reading process instead of taking notes continuously. Your assessment with Paul Fenton-Smith (after you have logged 75 readings in your Advanced Tarot Log) is also included in the course fees.

Certification
A certificate is granted to those who successfully complete written and practical assessments. Assessments are optional. We ask that you complete and log down 75 readings before sitting for assessments to avoid disappointment. The first assessment sitting is included in the course fee. Assessments are by appointment only and can be completed at your leisure.

Levels 1, 2 and 3 count towards the Tarot Diploma Course to be offered in 2007.  Students must successfully complete Introductory, Advanced and Master Class assessments before being accepted into the diploma course.

Course location
All Sydney courses are held in Lane Cove unless otherwise advised.  Interstate courses are held at different locations. Please write or phone for details.

Course times
Sydney courses are held on three consecutive Sundays, from 10:00 am until 5:30 pm. Morning and afternoon tea is supplied and there is a generous lunch break with many local cafés and take away food suppliers close by.  Interstate courses are held on Saturdays and Sundays from 10:00 am - 6:00 pm.

Course fees
The cost of the Tarot Master Class course is A$395.00. including GST. This includes course notes, self assessments and your written and practical certificate assessments with Paul Fenton-Smith.

Repeat offer
When you have completed a course at the Academy you can repeat that course within two years for only A$130. incl GST, subject to available space. This ensures that students have every opportunity to master their chosen subjects at their own pace. (The repeat fee is subject to change without notice).

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Introduction to Palmistry              [download pdf brochure]

Who is it for?
This course is for those who have little or no experience with hand reading, as it covers all the basics in a step by step manner. The mysteries of the hand are revealed through Paul’s dynamic and insightful delivery, and all students hands are used to demonstrate the theories. Students are requested not to wear fingernail polish so that we can examine the ‘moons’ beneath the nails and any nail ridging for confirmation of physical health.

This course is suitable for those who want to understand themselves and those close to them through the study of personality types as shown in the hands. It is also for those who want to know their most suitable career path, parents who want to guide their children towards interests and careers to which they are most suited and those who want to understand natures map of our lives.

Course content
As this is an introductory course, emphasis is given to practice readings, as we examine how the hands reveal our inner natures. This course covers:

• the five basic hand types and their corresponding approaches to life
• how the mounts of the hands reveal the personality types and health concerns
• how to recognise personality types from their physical build, complexion, mannerisms etc.
• the Life, Head and Heart lines
• confirming past events through the lines
• predicting future events through reading the lines
• the Fate line and your career
• the Sun line and creativity
• how the Family Chain reveals your emotional connection to family
• the Relationship Lines and the Lines of Children

Course notes
Course notes are included in the form of the book Palmistry Revealed, which is included in the course price. This allows each student to focus on the reading process instead of taking notes continuously. If you already have a copy of Palmistry Revealed, the price can be deducted from the course fees.

Certification
A certificate is granted to those who successfully complete written and practical exams. Exams are optional. We recommend that you complete 50 palm readings before sitting for exams to avoid disappointment. The first exam sitting is included in the course fee. Exams are by appointment only and can be completed at your leisure.

Course location
All Sydney courses are held in Lane Cove and interstate courses are held at different locations. Please write or phone for details.

Course times
Sydney courses are held on three consecutive Sundays, from 10:00 am until 5:30 pm. Morning and afternoon tea is supplied and there is a generous lunch break with many local cafes and take away food suppliers close by.

Course fees
The cost of the introductory Palmistry course is A$395.00. including GST. If you already have a copy of Palmistry Revealed the course fee is A$370. incl. GST.

Repeat offer
When you have completed a course at the Academy you can repeat that course within two years for only A$130. incl GST, subject to available space. This ensures that students have every opportunity to master their chosen subjects at their own pace. (The repeat fee is subject to change without notice).

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Introduction to Astrology

Who is it for?
This inspiring introduction to astrology is for students with little or no experience in astrology, as all participants are encouraged to read charts in the class under supervision to develop practical skills.

Paul brings astrology to life with his insightful and entertaining delivery. You’ll become familiar with the signs, the planets and how charts are a simplified map of the heavens the moment you were born. Up to three chart wheels per student will be included in the course fee so that you can examine your own chart and the charts of those close to you.

Course content
This introductory course offers a simple step by step guide to the signs and the planets. We will use actual charts and students can have up to three chart wheels made up to use for practice readings. This course offers and insight into life through astrology and it covers

• the 12 signs of the zodiac and the spiritual lesson for each sign
• the strengths of each sign
• the negative aspects of each sign
• the planets and how their placement in a chart affects us
• using an ephemeris to determine planetary positions
• a guide to your life’s purpose through the Moon’s Nodes position in your chart
• relationship (synastry) charts and how to read them
• solar charts, which are useful when you don’t have the client’s time of birth

Course notes
Course notes are included in the form of the book Astrology Revealed, which is included in the course price. This allows each student to focus on the reading process instead of taking notes continuously. If you already have a copy of Astrology Revealed, the price can be deducted from the course fees.

Certification
A certificate is granted to those who successfully complete written and practical exams. Exams are optional. We recommend that you complete 50 chart readings before sitting for exams to avoid disappointment. The first exam sitting is included in the course fee. Exams are by appointment only and can be completed at your leisure.

Course location
All Sydney courses are held in Lane Cove and interstate courses are held at different locations. Please write or phone for details.

Course times
Sydney courses are held on three consecutive Sundays, from 10:00 am until 5:30 pm. Morning and afternoon tea is supplied and there is a generous lunch break with many local cafes and take away food suppliers close by.

Course fees
The cost of the introductory astrology course is A$395.00. including GST. If you already have a copy of Astrology Revealed the course fee is A$370. incl. GST.

Repeat offer
When you have completed a course at the Academy you can repeat that course within two years for only A$130. incl GST, subject to available space. This ensures that students have every opportunity to master their chosen subjects at their own pace. (The repeat fee is subject to change without notice).

Note:    There are no astrology courses scheduled at this time.

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Introduction to Meditation

This course is designed for those with minimal meditation experience and is suitable for students who feel that they cannot meditate. Those who fidget during attempts at meditation will also benefit from some of the practical techniques offered in this course.

Five different meditation techniques are offered so that students can select a suitable meditation to pursue throughout their lives. Guided mediation in a group atmosphere often helps students to experience deep meditations for the first time in their lives.

This course is suitable for those who want to use meditation to clear a path in life for the pursuit of their purpose. It is also perfect for those who want to reduce daily stress or to improve their intuition.

Course content
This one day course offers a variety of meditation techniques to enable students to become familiar with the meditation process. It includes guided meditations and then practice sessions to build confidence in the process. This course also includes

• a simple step by step meditation process
• techniques to still your mind before meditation
• learning which meditation techniques best suit you
• determining the best possible place to meditate in your home
• demonstrations of the sorts of things which might interrupt you mid-mediation
• a meditation technique for clearing any past emotional and spiritual blocks
• a technique to meet your higher self in meditation

Course notes
T here are no course notes for the Introduction to Meditation course. It is an is to accompany this workshop.

Course location
All Sydney courses are held in Lane Cove and interstate courses are held at different locations. Please write or phone for details.

Course times
Sydney courses are held on Sundays, from 10:00 am until 5:30 pm. Morning and afternoon tea is supplied and there is a generous lunch break with many local cafes and take away food suppliers close by.

Course fees
The cost of the Introduction to Meditation course is A$140. including GST.

Repeat offer
When you have completed a one-day course at the Academy you can repeat that course within two years for only A$65. incl GST, subject to available space. This ensures that students have every opportunity to master their chosen subjects at their own pace. (The repeat fee is subject to change without notice).

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Finding Your Soul Mate                   [download pdf brochure]

This one day course is based on Paul's best selling book Finding Your Soul Mate. It examines the things which prevent you from being ready for your next soul mate love relationship, and offers practical techniques for clearing the path to love. You'll also examine

• how to identify a soul mate
• the underlying spiritual lessons offered by past and present soul mates
• what you offer to others in love relationships
• why we seek soul mates to share our life's journeys
• when to say No to a soul mate opportunity

The course uses role play, written and practical exercises to help you to glimpse those things which you need to resolve in order to be ready for love. Bring a pen and an open mind.

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Life Coaching                               [download pdf brochure]

This course offers a chance to clarify and to pursue your life goals with practical support. You’ll discover your strengths and weaknesses, and examine ways to delegate those tasks which weigh you down or which don’t use your strengths. This course also includes:

• Finding meaningful work and discovering what motivates you
• Mapping your path to fulfilment
• How to resist the plans others have for you
• How realising your short term goals can give you confidence for the more significant goals.
• The importance of rewards along the way to your long term goals
• Dealing with your fears, including fear of failure or fear of success
• Enlisting the help of others in your plans
• The importance or rewarding those who assist you in your plans

Too often talented, creative people who have no support become overwhelmed when faced with continuous obstacles in the path to their desired goals. Frequently these obstacles are the result of actions taken, and objective guidance can make the journey flow more smoothly.

Because a life coach doesn’t do the work for you, those attending this course must be prepared to make real efforts towards their goals. The role of the coach is to show clients how to take their own steps towards fulfilment and independence.

To be a part of this course you will need to

• be prepared to take responsibility for yourself and your actions
• commit to attending all the sessions
• be realistic in your aspirations
• be supportive of the other group members
• have read or be reading the book True North (this will increase your understanding of some of the exercises involved.)

This is a hands-on course, and you are invited to bring your current goals for use in exercises. If you are currently self employed and seek to expand or improve your business, bring along your business goals. You can work on them throughout the course. If you have health and fitness goals, financial goals or you seek a different lifestyle, bring these goals along.

A supportive group environment offers you the chance to receive constructive feedback and to observe how others deal with the issues you are facing. Together we can prepare for the challenges ahead.

This course continues one evening per week for ten weeks. This is to enable you to establish your plans and to achieve some results while receiving the support of the group. You’ll be able to test your theories and to bring your issues back to the class for help or simply for fine tuning. Real change takes time, and this course allows you time to map your path, build your confidence and experience some results.

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Life Purpose Course

• This course offers you a glimpse of your path this lifetime.  It seeks to clarify your purpose and to assist you to
• become aware of the obstacles you face
• acknowledge your innate strengths which can serve you in the pursuit of your purpose
• recognise the rewards you can expect when following your life path
• be more patient with those you love, as they pursue different paths to you
• understand that mastering you lesson can take a whole lifetime, and that you can enjoy the journey as much as the outcome

The Life Purpose course is based on astrology, but requires no knowledge of astrology.  At the beginning of the course you will be given a chart which details each life purpose according to date of birth from 1900 to 2011.  Throughout te course you'll be able to examine your own purpose and the paths of those you love.

Understanding the different approaches to life can help to increase your tolerance and understanding of others. You can also better relate to the issues they face in the pursuit of their paths.

Based on Paul's forthcoming book 12 Paths to Fulfilment this course offers insight into your initial understanding of life and the eventual life viewpoint you are likely to embrace.  It also offers tips on making the most of the ten year transition period from one set of beliefs to another.  It will be a dynamic and fun filled course offering a 'hands-on' approach to learning.

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