Course Details:

Witchcraft, of one variety or another, has been with us ever since humans first banded together. Simple sorcery, such as setting out offerings to appease and gain the favour of spirits, or using charms for protection, can be found in almost all traditional societies. 

This fascinating and in-depth course explores the historical roots and development of the belief in witchcraft from prehistoric times right through to the modern day. It makes essential learning for those wishing to follow the Craft today in order to understand how and why modern witchcraft practices and beliefs have come about.

By the end of the course you will:

• Know the original meaning and roots of the terms: witchcraft, witch & Wicca and similar terms.

• Understand how the definition and meaning of witchcraft has continued to develop and change over time.

• Begun to explore the fascinating stages of development and the common practices and beliefs that accompanied each stage.

• Be aware of many of the most influential and key people responsible for the developments.

Course Modules:

Lesson 1 - The Roots of Witchcraft

Lesson 2 - The Celtic Influence

Lesson 3 - Witchcraft & the Early Christian Period

Lesson 4 - The Early Modern Era

Lesson 5 - The Burning Times

Lesson 6 - The Modern Period

Lesson 7 - The Romantic Age

Lesson 8 - Gerald Gardner - The Father of Modern Witchcraft

Lesson 9 - The Birth of Wicca

Lesson 10 - Growth & Development

Lesson 11 - Nature Based Spirituality

Lesson 12 - Witchcraft Today

Course Requirements:

Students need access to a computer or device that meets the system requirements. For details concerning computer and browser requirements go to: https://community.canvaslms.com/t5/Canvas-Basics-Guide/What-are-the-browser-and-computer-requirements-for-Canvas/ta-p/66

Access your courses on the go with the free mobile app. From any device, students can:

• View grades and course content

• Submit assignments

• Keep track of course work with to do list and calendar

• Send and receive messages 

Additional Resources:

Textbooks and other materials are not a requirement of this course. Links to additional resources and recommended book titles have been provided but are not essential for completion. 

Assessment & Certificate:

This course has been graded as having a 'light' coursework load. Which equates to 0 - 1 hours of additional, independent work. Students will be required to submit coursework in the form of: course evaluation surveys and short end of module quizzes to test their knowledge of the information presented.

There are no deadlines for turning in coursework and students are free to work through each module at their own time and pace. A certificate of completion can be accessed in the final module, which can then be downloaded and printed. 

This course will count as half an additional credit for those on the Path of Air mastery stream. See 'Advancement Paths' page for more details about our structured advancement scheme.

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