|
The National Council for Geocosmic Research, Inc., (NCGR) is a non-profit organization dedicated to raising the standards of astrological education and research. Though it began as “national,” NCGR’s current membership of about 2500 includes a growing number of international members. The organization’s activities include sponsoring local Chapters (currently 42 located in 26 states and 4 countries). Additionally, several Special Interest Groups (SIGs) cross wide geographical areas to foster dialogue among people of similar astrological specialties. Professionally certified astrologers among NCGR members have passed all four levels of an education and testing program based on a comprehensive curriculum widely respected for its excellence and rigor. Though there is no requirement that NCGR members be practicing astrologers, over 1000 members have participated in the testing program at Level 1 or above and momentum is growing. A Code of Ethics, to which members are accountable, provides guidance for the practice of astrology. NCGR annually sponsors an educational conference, and publishes two issues of its magazine Geocosmic Journal plus six newsletters, Memberletter. A variety of other publications are produced intermittently, and tapes of conference lectures are also offered. Membership Benefits Membership entitles you to discounted registration fees for SDNCGR events. One great benefit of joining NCGR is receiving our publications. Around the World, a monthly periodical, provides a list of “what’s happening” at our chapters around the globe – meetings, lectures, conferences – all you need to keep abreast of what is happening in the world of astrology. This is sent to anyone interested in astrology. The following are for members only: eNews, a bi-weekly newsletter, monthly webinar events, thought-provoking articles about current events and people in the news, plus other educational and community concerns. Memberletter, a quarterly featuring articles of a topical nature by members, information about national events, methods to add to your toolbox, and an update from our President. Geocosmic Journal, published annually, chock full of theme-based articles, ranging from historical to natal analysis, philosophical, cyclical, and financial – guaranteed to pique your interest. Syzygy, our biannual research journal, is filled with quantitative methods and statistical analysis, along with more qualitative research methods – for the heavyweights among us. Other benefits include: Free Webinars on a variety of subjects, designed to educate and enhance your knowledge, in English for members and international languages for everyone. Chapters on the local level that you can join or have the opportunity to start your own. Discounts on NCGR products, conferences, workshops, webinars, and recordings, plus special discounts from astrological vendors and companies, as well as national and international organizations. Online Educational Program that can prepare you for the professional Certification exams, provided by our sister organization, NCGR-PAA, Professional Astrologers’ Alliance. … and much, much more! |