The Turning of the Ages Mystery School (TOTAMS)
Astrologer Degree Program
A program that offers a transformational approach to astrology rooted in archetypal wisdom, cosmology, and direct relationship with the living universe.
Program Overview
TOTAMS stands on the 41-year foundation of the Harbingers of the Turning of the Ages and the Shamanic Astrology Mystery School.
The Turning of the Ages Mystery School (TOTAMS) Astrologer Program offers a transformational approach to astrology rooted in archetypal wisdom, cosmology, and direct relationship with the living universe. Rather than focusing solely on prediction, the TOTAMS paradigm invites students into a deeper exploration of personal growth, life purpose, relationship dynamics, and the larger cycles of Earth and sky.
Through experiential learning, observational astronomy, and astrological study, students develop both practical skills and intuitive insight that can be applied in counseling, coaching, healing arts, spiritual guidance, and personal transformation. The program encourages students to reconnect with the wisdom of the cosmos while cultivating a grounded understanding of their own unique path and gifts.
Offered online and in person, the core certification program consists of five sequential courses that together provide a comprehensive foundation in the TOTAMS astrological methodology. Students learn to work with natal charts, planetary cycles, relationship dynamics, and celestial observation while developing a meaningful relationship with the rhythms of nature and the night sky. No previous astrological experience is required.
This program provides a platform from which students can develop their own unique contribution to the world in the form of a thesis or dissertation.
Celebrating the Magical
Connection
of Earth and Sky
About the Program
Core Degree Curriculum
Course 1 — Understanding Birth Charts:
The Journey of the Soul
Explore the foundations of the TOTAMS astrological paradigm through natal chart work, archetypal patterns, and the symbolic language of astrology.
Course 2 — Tracking Transits:
Seasons & Cycles The Journey of the Soul
Learn to work with planetary cycles and transits as tools for navigating personal transformation, life transitions, and evolving stages of growth.
Course 3 — Relationships:
Chart Comparison & Inner Wholeness
Deepen understanding of relationship dynamics through chart comparison, compatibility, communication patterns, and the cultivation of inner balance and authentic connection.
Course 4 — Cosmology:
Navigating the Night Sky
Develop a direct relationship with the cosmos through observational astronomy and naked-eye navigation of the night sky.
Course 5 — The Overstory:
Cycles of the Inner Planets
Integrate astronomical and astrological perspectives of the inner planets to understand the birth chart within broader cosmological and evolutionary cycles.
LEVEL 1 — Foundational Certified TOTAMS Astrologer (Courses 1-3)
Level 1 provides students with a foundational understanding of the TOTAMS Astrology Paradigm and the core skills needed to begin working with astrology for personal growth and astrological counseling.
Students will learn to:
Read and understand natal birth charts through the TOTAMS archetypal approach
Work with planetary transits, life cycles, and sacred timing
Explore relationship dynamics through chart comparison techniques
Develop skills in astrological counseling and communication
Understand astrology as a tool for self-awareness, transformation, and guidance
Apply foundational astrological principles in personal or professional practice
LEVEL 2 — Fully-Initiated Certified TOTAMS Astrologer (Courses 4 & 5)
Level 2 deepens the student’s relationship with astrology through direct engagement with the land, sky, and living cycles of the cosmos.
Students move beyond chart-based study into experiential and observational practices rooted in the ancient foundations of Astrology.
Students will learn to:
Develop a direct relationship with the night sky through observational astronomy
Identify planets and constellations with the naked eye
Understand astrology within larger cosmological and cyclical frameworks
Integrate celestial observation with astrological practice and interpretation
Work with ceremonial timing and sacred relationship to land and sky
Deepen their understanding of the inner planets through both astronomical and astrological perspectives
Engage astrology as a living, participatory relationship with the cosmos
Who This Program Is For?
This program is designed for individuals seeking a deeper relationship with astrology,
personal transformation, and the living wisdom of the cosmos.
The TOTAMS Astrologer Program may be especially meaningful for:
Aspiring astrologers who wish to develop a grounded and holistic approach to astrological practice
Coaches, therapists, healers, counselors, and wellness practitioners seeking to integrate astrology into their existing work
Individuals drawn to archetypal wisdom, cosmology, mythology, and the deeper cycles of life
Students seeking tools for self-understanding, life purpose, relationship awareness, and personal growth
Stargazers and seekers interested in developing a direct relationship with the night sky and celestial cycles
Those looking for a learning community rooted in shared inquiry, mentorship, and experiential learning
Individuals who feel called to reconnect spirituality, nature, and cosmic awareness in meaningful and practical ways
No previous astrological experience is required. The program welcomes both beginners and experienced practitioners who are seeking a deeper, more experiential relationship with astrology and the living cosmos.
About the Turning of the Ages Mystery School
The Turning of the Ages Mystery School (TOTAMS) is dedicated to supporting the evolution of human consciousness through astrology, cosmology, ceremony, and spiritual inquiry grounded in direct experience of the natural world and the night sky.
The term “Turning of the Ages” was coined by founder Daniel Giamario in the 1980s, describing a great precessional cycle of the Earth in relation to the stars—an astronomical and symbolic marker of long-range cultural transformation. Within this framework, humanity is understood to be moving through a profound transitional era, inviting both remembrance of ancient wisdom and the emergence of new ways of being.
TOTAMS offers teachings and practices designed to help individuals orient to these larger cycles, develop direct relationship with celestial patterns, and apply this awareness to personal and collective life. Its approach emphasizes experiential learning, mythic awareness, and a non-deterministic form of astrology rooted in observation and meaning rather than prediction.
A core aspect of the school’s vision is the cultivation of “seed people”—individuals who carry forward both ancestral wisdom and contemporary awareness, and who are committed to participating consciously in the emergence of a more integrated and life- affirming world. This includes what C.G. Jung described as “dreaming the dream onward.”
TOTAMS also engages in educational collaborations and cross-disciplinary learning environments, supporting the broader integration of cosmological, psychological, and ecological understanding.
Key Faculty
Daniel Giamario
Shiva Faranpour
About the Degree Program
If you intend to pursue a graduate degree, we recommend beginning with Ubiquity’s Creative Journey to Dissertation course, which equips you with the foundational tools to shape and eventually write your thesis or dissertation. After that, you will complete the certificate program with TotAMS before moving into the dissertation phase of your degree.
Graduate Degrees
Students who have completed or enrolled in the Certificate Program may apply to pursue a graduate degree by completing Ubiquity Academic Courses as listed below and by writing a graduate thesis or dissertation.
Ubiquity’s Academic Courses
• Creative Journey to Dissertation Writing (all degrees)
• Great Books (only for PhD, MA/PhD combined students)
• Chartres Academy (only for PhD & MA/PhD Students)
• Thesis/Dissertation Writing
Those who have enrolled in the certificate program may begin the process of applying for the graduate degree pathway.
Application & Admissions
Program Completion Requirements
MA
TOTAMS Coursework (Not Included)
Creative Journey to Dissertation
MA Thesis
PhD
TOTAMS Coursework (Not Included)
Creative Journey to Dissertation
Chartres Academy
Great Books
Doctoral Dissertation
MA/PhD
TOTAMS Coursework (Not Included)
Creative Journey to Dissertation
Chartres Academy
Great Books
Doctoral Dissertation
Electives (8 credits)
Please note that the cost of TotAMS’s Certificate Coursework is not included in the price of the degree program.
Degree Pricing
MA/MSc
$5,000
PhD
$15,000
MA/MSc/PhD
$16,600
Save up to
$830
by paying full
Ubiquity offers a 5% discount for students that are able to make the full payment up front. That means you save $250 on a Masters/MSc, $750 on a PhD and $830 on MA/MSc/PhD.
Note that these prices do not include the cost of partner coursework, Chartres in-person costs or costs of additional elective courses.
Student Academic Journey
The duration of your student journey will vary depending on your degree pathway.
Ubiquity offers instalment plans for all degree students over an 18 month period.
FAQ
- Tuition is paid directly to TotAMs.
- The Degree can be paid in full, 3 installments, or monthly installments.
- Receive a discount for paying full.
This program is open to everyone—whether you’re:
Just beginning your journey with water
A seasoned researcher or healer
Coming from an artistic, scientific, spiritual, or completely different background
We welcome diverse perspectives and encourage all who feel called to the language of water to join.
What Our Students Say
What You Gain
A Recognized postgraduate degree
A major research project in your field
Academic supervision
A global network of peers & faculty
A bridge between practice and scholarship
Why Ubiquity?
For almost 20 years, Ubiquity has nurtured learners to lead with wisdom and heart. Our programs foster the skills, mindsets, and inner capacities needed to meet today’s urgent global challenges with clarity, compassion and impact.
At Ubiquity, education is more than knowledge—it is a path of self-discovery, deep inquiry, and meaningful action. We weave the timeless insights of ancient traditions with the latest discoveries in science, consciousness, and human transformation.
Together, through collaborative learning and global community, Ubiquity is building a thriving, regenerative future.
The Ubiquity Graduate Degree
The Ubiquity Graduate Program combines the US and European designs of graduate programs with a blend of taught learning with research and writing. The thesis or dissertation must demonstrate excellence at every level. It must show awareness of the history of the literature in your particular area; demonstrate careful analysis and understanding of the field in question; and, most importantly, show how your insight can be applied to the real world. The dissertation must be scholarly and utilize extensive bibliographical data and footnotes. It should, in other words, be an impeccable work of research.
About Our Required Courses
This 1-week intensive designed by our Dean of Graduate Studies Dr. Gyorgyi Szabo. The course is a critical part of the dissertation writing process and is a requirement for all MA/PhD candidates.
Faculty: Gyorgyi Szabo
Great Books
Faculty: Gyorgyi Szabo PhD, Jim Garrison PhD
The Great Books course at Ubiquity University delves into literature that has shaped human thought. Students discuss, analyze, and connect historical themes to contemporary global challenges, deepening their understanding of enduring literary works.
Chartres Academy
Our Chartres Academy is intended as a gathering point for a contemporary wisdom community to come together through the very same learning system that Fulbert and Plato used — the seven Liberal Arts.
Support during your Graduate Program
During your graduate dissertation writing you will be supported by a Major Advisor of your own choosing, as well as optional writing courses and writing mentorship.
