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A note for Students (on the nature and methods of A∴A∴ in Albion)

Do what thou wilt shall be the whole of the Law.

The student phase begins three months after first contact and serves as a time of winnowing. During this period, students are encouraged to reflect, read, and explore, while we, in turn, get to know the applicants. Not all will advance beyond this stage, but that is by design—proceeding to the Probationer grade only to later withdraw results in a lifetime bar to readmission. The Great Order knocks but once on any door.

A key aspect of the student grade is the right to be proven. This is not a pass-or-fail judgment but rather an evaluation of the student’s current understanding and their willingness to learn and work. While students are not expected to know everything before they even begin, a solid foundation in the Order's language is both essential and expected.

Students who complete the examination and demonstrate sincerity may be invited to take the Probationer’s oath, where the true challenges begin. This stage deepens the relationship between the student and their supervisor, allowing both to identify and address any potential points of friction. Such challenges should be viewed not as flaws or irreconcilable differences, but as opportunities for growth. Just as a polisher focuses on the rough spots of steel to refine it, so too must these areas be worked upon to allow the individual to flourish within the Order.

The student’s primary responsibility is to diligently study the reading list. For Probationers, journaling is mandatory, but additional practices may be pursued at their discretion. Neophytes, however, are held to even higher standards, with work that is both more complex and demanding, as befits their role in mentoring Probationers and ensuring the Order's future. To compromise on quality at this stage would undermine the Order as a whole, including the candidate themselves.

Aspirants of all grades are expected to be self-directed in their tasks, though they may seek guidance from their supervisor if clarity is needed. While the standards for advancement are firm, the approach to meeting them is entirely individual. Mastery of the fundamentals is required to assist those who follow, but the path one takes remains a deeply personal journey—ultimately guided by the nameless One, the true teacher.

Love is the law, love under will

Mithra 6○=5□ (Imperator)

Since this page is primarily aimed at potential students, we wish to make the conditions of studentship clear to all applicants.

After initial contact, the student has as much time as she likes to complete the reading, we expect nothing from her at all and will leave her to her willed task, giving a date after which she may apply for examination.
When she feels that she is ready, at any time after three months, the student may apply for examination. Nor will we push any student, each must work out her own path. The conditions of life sometimes preclude formal initiation for a time. We encourage such aspirants to await patiently such time as they may be able to procure the necessary freedom to carry out the work to their, and our satisfaction.
Consultation with the Chancellor is encouraged, should any questions arise regarding the examination. However we will not initiate contact with any student.
Due to the workload of the Cancellarius, we we operate on a first come, first served basis regarding assessments and assignment of probationers to neophytes. We will not chase inactive students but pass on, such aspirants may resume studentship at any time by notifying the Chancellor or submitting a completed examination.
Since the student grade is unofficial, membership at this grade does not prohibit the individual from applying to other lineages of the A∴A∴, the student is free of all obligation, but one may only legitimately become a Probationer in one lineage. more.