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ASTROLOGY STUDY: NAT 5
Chart Synthesis
Develop your ability to integrate classical and modern techniques, analyse natal charts, recognise chart themes, and confidently bring multiple astrological approaches together.
NEW CLASSES COMMENCE
TBA September 2026
7:00 PM – 8:30 PM EST
$631 USD Includes e-Course Book + Enrolment Fee
Prerequisite: Students must have completed NAT-1 through NAT-4.
COURSE OVERVIEW
Bringing Your Astrological Knowledge Together
NAT-5 is the final course in the Natal Studies Module, designed to help you integrate and refine the techniques you have developed throughout NAT-1 through NAT-4.
Across 10 weeks, you will practise the art of natal chart delineation using both modern and classical approaches, developing greater confidence in recognising chart themes and synthesising information.
You will work with Mystery Charts as part of your weekly homework. These charts allow you to explore your own interpretive patterns and discover potential biases in your approach.
Self-evaluation is an important part of the learning process. After each Mystery Chart is revealed, you will review your interpretation and evaluate your preparation, observations, and conclusions.
NAT-5 also introduces practical skills for working with clients, including Client Speak, responding to issue-driven questions, understanding where a client is coming from, and knowing when a referral may be appropriate.
What You'll Develop
Integration of classical and modern delineation
Recognition of overall chart themes
Natal chart synthesis
Practical chart interpretation
Awareness of personal interpretive biases
Self-evaluation and validation
Client communication skills
Responding to issue-driven questions
Knowing when to refer a client
Preparation for the final examination
Classes are held weekly.
WHAT YOU'LL COVER
10 Weeks of Astrological Study
12 Weekly Classes
Week 1 — Class 1
Classical & Modern Approaches to Delineation
Explore both classical and modern approaches to chart delineation and develop an understanding of how different methods contribute to the interpretation of a natal chart.
Mystery Chart 1
You will receive your first Mystery Chart as homework and begin applying the techniques explored in class.
Week 2 — Class 2
Mystery Chart 1
Review and discuss Mystery Chart 1 and continue developing your interpretation through homework and practical chart work.
Week 3 — Class 3
Mystery Chart 2
Review the work from Mystery Chart 1 and explore what classical and modern methods contribute to the overall synthesis of a chart.
You will also be introduced to self-evaluation and validation of your preparation and interpretive work.
A new Mystery Chart will be provided for homework.
Week 4 — Class 4
Mystery Chart 2
Continue the discussion and analysis of Mystery Chart 2, developing your ability to synthesise the information within a chart.
Week 5 — Class 5
Mystery Chart 3 & Client Speak
Review the work from Mystery Chart 2 and continue exploring how classical and modern approaches contribute to chart synthesis.
Client Speak
Begin exploring how to communicate astrological information effectively when working with clients.
Mystery Chart 3
A new Mystery Chart will be provided for homework.
Week 6 — Class 6
Issue-Driven Questions
Discuss Mystery Chart 3 and explore what it means to meet a client where they are.
You will examine how to respond to issue-driven questions and develop awareness of when it may be appropriate to refer a client.
Continue working with Mystery Chart 3 for homework.
Week 7 — Class 7
Mystery Chart 4
Review the work from Mystery Chart 3 and begin working with Mystery Chart 4.
The final Mystery Chart will be provided as homework.
Week 8 — Class 8
Mystery Chart 4 & Exam Preparation
Discuss Mystery Chart 4 and continue developing your chart synthesis skills.
You will also receive an explanation of the final examination procedure and prepare for the assessment.
Week 9
Final Examination
Exam Week — No Class
Complete your final examination chart and demonstrate your ability to synthesise the techniques developed throughout the Natal Studies Module.
Week 10 — Class 9
Final Exam Chart Discussion
Review and discuss the final examination chart and explore the approaches used in its interpretation.
This final session brings together the learning and practical skills developed throughout NAT-5.
WHAT YOU'LL COVER
12 Classes of Astrological Study
12 Weekly Classes
Class 1
Historical Overview
History and Lineages of Astrology
History of Different Types of Techniques
Class 2
House Systems: Introducing Placidus
The Astronomy of House Systems
Quadrant vs. Non-quadrant House Systems
Idealized and Equal Division House Systems
The Ecliptic / Spatial Coordinates / Time-Based
Single-Axis Systems / Dual-Axes Systems
Timeline
Practice with more than one system, with focus on what planets change house
Why some astrologers work with two systems
Class 3
Working with Interceptions
How Interceptions Work
Interpretation of Intercepted Planets
Changes to Planets Ruling Houses
Class 4
The Angles
Ascendant / Descendant
Review of the Helmsman Concept
MC / IC
Eminence
Difference between the Angles and Angular Houses
Class 5
Lunar Nodes and Eclipses
Class 6
Other Calculated Points
Arabic Parts
Part of Fortune / Part of Spirit
Antiscia
Vertex
Class 7
Retrogrades and Synodic Cycles
Retrograde Cycles and Inferior Planets
Retrograde Cycles of Superior Planets
Synodic Cycles
Class 8
Lunar Phases
Using Phases in Aspects
Class 9
Other Points
The Big Four plus Chiron
Ceres
Vesta
Juno
Pallas Athena
Chiron
Class 10
Interpretation
Working with the Grammar of the Chart
Class 11
Chart Practicum
Class 12
Final Exam
Course details + materials
Everything You Need To Know
COURSE DETAILS
COURSE - NAT-5: Chart Synthesis
PREREQUISITE - Students must have completed NAT-1 through NAT-4.
CLASSES - Weekly
SCHEDULE - 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM EST
COMMENCEMENT - TBA September 2026
PRICE - $631.00 USD
INCLUDES – e-Course Book + Enrolment Fee
REQUIRED MATERIALS
By Charles Obert
This is the required textbook for NAT-5 and provides additional support for the traditional astrology techniques explored throughout the course.
SUGGESTED & SUPPLEMENTARY MATERIALS
The following suggested and supplementary materials are available through the AstroCollege online shopping area:
NAT-5: CHART SYNTHESIS
Ready to Bring Your Astrology Studies Together?
Take the next step in your astrological education and refine your ability to synthesise natal charts using the techniques you have developed throughout NAT-1 through NAT-4.
Explore classical and modern delineation, chart themes, Mystery Charts, self-evaluation, client communication, issue-driven questions, and practical chart synthesis.
12 weekly classes exploring planetary archetypes, mythology, dignities and chart interpretation.
