Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do I need any prior experience to join the Tarot Foundation Course?
A: No prior experience is needed. The IIOST Tarot Foundation Course is specifically designed for complete beginners who have never touched a tarot deck before. Dr. Monica Agarwal starts from the absolute foundation — the history and philosophy of Tarot, how to connect with your deck, and Third Eye Attunement — before progressively building your skills across 4 weeks to professional reading level.
Q: How long is the Tarot Foundation Course and how is it conducted?
A: The course is a 4-week intensive comprising 12 live sessions — conducted 3 days per week via Google Meet with Dr. Monica Agarwal directly. There are no pre-recorded videos. Every session is live, interactive, and fully personalised — allowing you to ask questions, receive immediate feedback, and participate in real-time reading practice with Dr. Monica guiding you personally throughout.
Q: What will I be able to do after completing this course?
A: Upon completing the Tarot Foundation Course you will be able to read all 78 cards of the Tarot deck fluently including the Major Arcana, Minor Arcana, and Court Cards. You will conduct professional spreads including the Celtic Cross and relationship and career spreads, handle client queries with confidence and ethics, and begin charging for professional Tarot readings with your globally recognised IIOST certification. You can continue to the IIOST Occult Tarot Mastery Course as your next step.
Q: What is Third Eye Attunement and is it included?
A: Yes — Third Eye Attunement is included from Day 1 of the course. It is a sacred energetic process conducted by Dr. Monica that opens and activates your intuitive sight — allowing you to connect with the deeper symbolic and energetic messages of the Tarot beyond memorised meanings. This attunement is what makes Dr. Monica's Tarot training uniquely powerful and is one of the key reasons her students develop accurate, intuitive reading abilities so rapidly.
Q: Is the IIOST Tarot certification recognised internationally?
A: Yes. Your IIOST Tarot Foundation Certification is issued by the International Institute for Spiritual Trainings founded by Dr. Monica Agarwal — one of India's most respected spiritual training institutions with 20+ years of professional lineage. IIOST-certified Tarot readers practice professionally across India, the UK, USA, Canada, Australia, and the Middle East. The certification is globally recognised as a mark of authentic, ethical, and professional Tarot mastery.
Q: Do I need to buy a Tarot deck before joining?
A: Yes — you will need a Tarot deck to participate in the live practical sessions. Dr. Monica recommends the Rider Waite Tarot deck for beginners as it is the foundational deck used in the course curriculum. Guidance on sourcing your deck is provided before the course begins. The course also includes a comprehensive Study Kit, Professional PDFs, IIOST Training Manuals, and curated E-Books — everything you need beyond the deck itself.
Q: Can I learn Tarot online from outside India?
A: Yes. The IIOST Tarot Foundation Course is conducted fully online via live Google Meet and is open to students across India and internationally including the UK, USA, Canada, Australia, Dubai, Singapore, and beyond. Sessions are scheduled to accommodate multiple time zones. Dr. Monica teaches in both English and Hindi — making the course accessible to students across all of India and the global Indian community.
Q: What is the difference between the Foundation Course and the 1-on-1 Mentorship?
A: The Foundation Course covers the complete Tarot curriculum in a structured 4-week format — ideal for those who want comprehensive professional training at a fixed pace. The 1-on-1 Private Mentorship is an exclusive executive coaching experience with Dr. Monica at your own schedule and pace — with fully customised sessions, priority WhatsApp support, and a Grandmaster certification. Both lead to IIOST certification — the 1-on-1 path simply offers maximum personalisation and direct access to Dr. Monica.
Q: What support is available after the course ends?
A: IIOST offers lifetime support to all its certified students. Once you complete the Tarot Foundation Course you become part of the IIOST global community — with ongoing access to guidance, updates, and the support of a worldwide network of practitioners trained under Dr. Monica's lineage. You also have the option to continue your journey with the Occult Tarot Mastery Course or the 12-Month Master Diploma for complete professional mastery.
Q: Why choose Dr. Monica Agarwal for Tarot training?
A: Dr. Monica Agarwal is one of India's most experienced and credentialed Tarot educators — with over 20 years of professional practice and thousands of students trained globally under the IIOST framework. She is the recipient of the Good Karma Award presented by Jackie Shroff, holds an Honorary Doctorate in Spiritual Teaching, and has been featured in Times of India as a recognised spiritual authority. Her unique Soul Architect approach combines ancient Tarot symbology with modern professional methodology — producing readers who are not just accurate but genuinely transformative for their clients. Explore all IIOST courses at divinecentre.in
