Introduction

The course is structured in three Sections, with four parts to each section. Section One is required to be completed by Entered Apprentices prior to their promotion to the Second Degree, Section Two by Fellow Crafts prior to their Raising, and Section Three by new Master Masons prior to them receiving their Grand Lodge Certificate or being eligible for appointment to any lodge office other than Steward.

The aim of the course is not to make candidates "experts" in freemasonry, but rather to give them a broad knowledge of its principles, teachings, history and workings. The syllabus for the course, set at "High School" standard, involves candidate's reading elected extracts from various applicable Masonic books. Thus, a candidate is not required to gain and consult any books, per se, although an extensive "non-compulsory" reading list is attached for those desirous of extending their knowledge further.

COURSE SYLLABUS TOPICS: SECTION ONE - FIRST DEGREE TO SECOND DEGREE Part 1: Teachings & Symbolism of the 1st Degree Part 2: The Furniture and Regalia of the Lodge Part 3: Structure & Government of Freemasonry Part 4: Visiting MASONIC EDUCATION COURSE, INTRODUCTION FIRST DEGREE TO SECOND DEGREE   Part 1- Teachings & Symbolism     Basic Definitions     Nature and Purpose of Freemasonry     A Journey Through the First Degree     Understanding Freemasonry - Part 1   Part 2 - Furniture and Regalia of the Lodge     Understanding Freemasonry - Part 2   Part 3 - Structure & Government of Masonry     Lodge and Grand Lodge     Master of the Lodge and Wardens   Part 4 - Visiting     History & Limitations of Masonic Travel   First Degree: Questions & Answers

Emulation Ritual - Tracing Board of the First Degree