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Course: Certificate in Feng Shui

Feng shui is an alternative natural science incorporating psychology, astrology and the physical environment. According to its teachings, by balancing the energies within an environment, positive outcomes in health, prosperity and relationships may be achieved.

Open Colleges' (formerly Cengage Education) Feng Shui course covers fundamental concepts as well as practical applications. You will be introduced to the five elements principle and learn about the significance of trigrams, the Yijing and Lo-Shu. You will learn how to practise feng shui in the context of the external environment, living spaces, gardens and workplaces, as well as in your relationships.

Included materials

  • Feng Shui Your Life textbook
  • Compass

Valued at $60!

Course Number A0015
Course Fees From $51.67 per week View our payment options
Delivery mode: Print or online
Course duration: Max 18 months
Assessments: 5 written assessments, 5 multiple choice assessments
Qualification: Open Colleges Certificate
Government Funding No
Career One jobs for:
  • Orientation
    • Definitions
    • Overview of feng shui
    • The different types of Qi
    • The forces of Yin and Yang
    • Concepts of Taiji
  • Personal orientation
    • The 5 elements
    • The productive cycle
    • The 8 trigrams
    • Calculating your Kua number
    • Your personal trigram
    • The Chinese calendar
  • Chinese astrology
    • Tong Shu and personality types
    • The 12 signs and the months
    • The Chinese horoscope wheel
  • Consulting the Yijing
    • Defining the Yijing
    • Consulting the Yijing: its origins and methodologies
    • Interpreting hexagrams
  • Symbolism
    • Use and read the compass
    • Use and read Geomancer's ruler
    • The 4 Celestial Palaces
    • Understanding the Bagua
    • Comprehending and applying the concept of Lo-Shu
  • Feng shui and the work environment
    • Optimise personal business Qi
    • Identify the Feng Shui requirements of the business
    • Prepare a Feng Shui analysis for business premises
    • Identify key blockages of Qi in the work environment
  • Feng shui and the garden
    • Identify your garden's personal trigram
    • Identify your garden's compass directions
    • Identify the compatibility of household members with your garden
    • Recommend Feng Shui changes and enhancements
  • Feng shui and relationships
    • Apply Feng Shui formulas to promote harmony
    • Meditate with the trigrams
    • Comprehend the effect of Qi on home maintenance
    • Feng Shui enhancements for the elderly

Entry requirements

Minimum education

Open entry. Previous schooling and academic achievements are not required for entry into this course.

Minimum age

Minimum age of 16 years. If you are under 18 your application must be signed by a parent or guardian.

Computer requirements

Students will need access to a computer and the internet. For students who do not have access to either a computer or the internet please contact a student support officer to discuss alternative methods of communication.

Minimum specifications for the computer are:

  • Microsoft Office 2003 or equivalent, and
  • Microsoft Windows 98, or
  • Mac OS X, and
  • CD-ROM drive.

Students will also need access to a printer and the following applications:

  • Adobe Acrobat Reader and
  • Macromedia Flash player.

English language requirements

If English is not your first language and you did not complete the last two years of secondary education in English, you are required to provide evidence of English language competency before enrolling into the course. Examples of appropriate evidence are listed below:

Evidence

Example

IELTS Overall score of 5.5
TOEFL 530 (paper), 197 (computer) or 71 (internet)
12 months in English-speaking employment Testimonial, statutory declaration

Additional requirements

There are no additional requirements for this course.

Upon completion of this course, you will have developed a better understanding of the subject area and be able to put your new skills into practice.

Lindsey Porter

Lindsey Porter

Lindsey Porter is a Natural Therapies clinical practitioner who has worked in both in research and private practice with patients all over the world.

She holds a Diploma of Homeopathy, and has written numerous books and courses covering Homeopathy, Aromatherapy, Massage and Natural Therapies.

Lindsay has also taught extensively in the natural therapies and homeopathic fields, and is the principal, founder and lecturer at a homeopathic college in Perth, WA. She has been a trainer with Open Colleges for more than 10 years.

Available payment options

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