Course Info & Application
Priestess/Priest of Cerridwen
Priestess of the Dark Goddess
Diploma: Crystals for Healing and Magic
Priestess & Priest of Cerridwen Training
The Path of the Dark Mother: Transformation, Healing & Sacred Service
A Year-and-a-Day Foundation Training | Spiral One
Available In-Person at the Temple and Sanctuary of Cerridwen in Glastonbury (Avalon) or Globally Online via Zoom.
Cohort Begins: Lunar Samhain (November 2026) [ Apply for Spiral One ]
The Calling
The world is navigating profound collective and personal turmoil. In times of uncertainty, we do not need superficial answers—we need the deep root, the compassionate fierce embrace of the Dark Mother, and the courage to meet our own shadow.
Cerridwen is the Brythonic Celtic Goddess of Transformation, Inspiration (Awen), and Rebirth.
She is the keeper of the Cauldron of Wisdom, holding us safely when life strips away what no longer serves.
Whether you are called to serve your community publicly or seek sovereign personal transformation, this training provides the structured foundation, ancestral tools, and ethical framework needed to step forward as a grounded spiritual leader.
Who This Training Is For
This training is open to all genders. No previous experience as a priest, priestess, healer, or witch is required—only an open heart, sincerity, and a willingness to do the inner work.
● The Aspiring Healer & Seer: Those feeling an undeniable call to learn ancient Brythonic wisdom, elemental scrying, energy work, and plant and crystal medicine.
● The Sacred Companion & Soul Midwife: Those called to hold space for major life
transitions—birth, marriage, spiritual awakening, and end-of-life care (Death
Priestesshood).
● The Community Spiritual Leader: Those wanting to step forward as ceremonialists, celebrants, eco-activists, and protectors of the sacred in their towns and circles.
● The Deep Seeker: Anyone ready to stop hiding, confront their shadow, release
conditioning, and remember who they truly are.
The Journey: Two Spirals of Initiation
Spiral 1: Inner Transformation (Year & a Day)
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Dedication as Sister / Brother / Devotee of Cerridwen
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[ Spiral 2: Modular Priest~esshood (9 Months)
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Initiation as Priestess / Priest… Or choose your own title
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Spiral 3: CPD Continuous Priesting Development Specialisations (Optional)
Death Priestess · Avalon Soul Healing™ · Divination · Crystal
Alchemy
Spiral One Curriculum Overview
In this first year, we turn inward. Through 8 seasonal thresholds around the wheel of the year, you will build your relationship with Cerridwen, ground your intuitive abilities, and learn the tools of the craft.
Module 1: The Cauldron of Cerridwen & Herstory
● The Celtic myth of Cerridwen: The Mother, the Cauldron, and the birth of Taliesin.
● Navigating the Hera’s/Hero’s Journey: Transforming personal woundings into medicine.
● The ethics, safety, and strict Code of Conduct of Cerridwen priesthood.
Module 2: The Shadow & The Womb of Annwfn
● Sol Negro and shadow work: Working with archetypal masks and self-acceptance.
● Journeying to Annwfn (the Celtic Otherworld) beneath the Tor and the Crystal Caves.
● Meeting your ancestral allies: Blood, Bone, and the Land.
Module 3: Earth Medicine — The 18 Allies
● The 18 Sacred Herbs: Folk herbalism, making ritual incenses, and seasonal anointing oils.
● The 18 Dark-Bright Crystals: Grid work, energetic shielding, and personal alignment.
● The 18 Sacred Trees: Tree spirits, dryad communion, and the Ogham.
Module 4: The Seer & Intuitive Arts (Y Gwledydd)
● Elemental scrying (water, candle flame, and smoke) and reading signs in nature (augury).
● Working with dream realms and traversing the Akashic records.
● Foundations of Tarot, Oracle, and embodying the voice of the Goddess.
Module 5: Energy, Breath & Sacred Sound (Swynwyr)
● Sensing the auric field, clearing blockages, and energetic self-hygiene.
● Sacred drumming, chant, and vocal harmonics for healing.
● Introduction to Avalon Soul Healing™ and trauma-informed space-holding.
Module 6: Ritual Craft & Community Ceremony
● The anatomy of sacred ritual: Setting the container, calling the quarters, and raising power.
● Designing and consecrating priest/ess tools: Smudge fans, ceremonial staffs, and sacred adornments.
● Serving as a Soul Friend (Anam Ċara): Deep active listening and pastoral support.
Module 7: The Death Priest*ess & Rites of Passage
● Becoming a bridge: End-of-life advocacy, family grief support, and vigil holding.
● The sacred art of funeral celebrancy and blessing transitions.
● Holding space for seasonal community rites, handfastings, and baby namings.
Module 8: Dedication at the Temple of Cerridwen
● Practical integration and personal spiritual leadership project.
● Dedication ceremony.
● Official Dedication as Sister, Brother, or Devotee of Cerridwen in Avalon (or remote live ceremony).
Investment & Payment Options
We believe sacred training should be accessible while honouring the extensive holding, resources, and mentorship provided.
● Full Tuition in Advance: £1,050 (includes all course materials, temple access, and manual).
● Monthly Installment Plan: £220 non-refundable deposit, followed by 4 monthly payments of £220.
● Bursary / Supported spaces: Limited supported spaces are available by application for those facing financial hardship.
Meet Your Tutor
Bee Helygen is the founder of the Temple Sanctuary of Cerridwen in Glastonbury, an author, ceremonialist, and the first dedicated Priestess of Cerridwen in the Avalonian tradition (called in 2015). With over two decades of dedicated devotion, clinical client work, and esoteric study blending Brythonic lore, Ovate herbalism, and deep shadow navigation—Bee provides a safe, grounded, and fiercely loving container for your personal transformation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if I miss a weekend?
All online lectures and core teachings are recorded and made available in your student portal.
In-person students who miss a module can catch up through course recordings and partner study.
Can I take a break between Spiral 1 and Spiral 2?
Yes. While taking the two spirals consecutively is recommended for momentum, you may take a gap year of up to two years between Spiral 1 (Dedication) and Spiral 2 (Initiation).
Is there an evaluation or exam?
Priesthood is evaluated through your presence, ethical conduct, personal reflection journals, and practical demonstration of ceremonial and healing skills – not through academic tests.
Begin Your Spiral
Applications for the Samhain 2026 cohort are currently open. To maintain an intimate, safe container, class sizes are strictly capped.
1. Step 1: Complete the short online application form below (takes ~10 minutes).
2. Step 2: We will review your answers and schedule an informal 20-minute discovery call with Bee to ensure the course aligns with your path.
3. Step 3: Upon mutual acceptance, secure your space with your deposit.
[ Complete Your Application Form ] Have questions before applying? Join our upcoming free online Open Hearth Taster Evening or email us directly at bee@cerridwen.co.uk.
ASH: Avalon Soul Healing™
From May 30th 2027 to November 2027
Online Theory & Practice
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In Person Intensive in Avalon 28 to 28 November 2027
£495
Includes 6 Months Training
Non Participants in the In Person Intensive will need to provide Accredited Case Studies to obtain Certification by IICT
Find out more here
Avalon Soul Healing ™ is our accredited and trademarked Healing Practice, which was previously only taught to the Priestesses and Priests of Cerridwen.
Based on and inspired by the work of Dion Fortune, Caroline Myss, Israel Regardie and Edgar Cayce, it is a product of 30 years of learning, practicing and teaching healing with guides and helpers from the OtherRealms.
If you are looking to heal your own “honourable Wounds”, and live a better life, this is the training for you. However, the main goal of this healing methodology is the healing of others, in person and at a distance. Healing of the body through healing of the soul. If you wish to connect with the divine energies who are so ready to connect with you on a higher level, this is the course for you.
In these turbulent times, this kind of work is ever more needed by people, as the energy levels are reaching unprecedented lows in the world. How do we re-source ourselves for our work? How do we help others re-source themselves?
From crystal sound alchemy to hands on healing, from sacred Listening to Embodiment, the tools you will be given are many.
The work of the healer is needed in the world and so are reputable, proven, experienced teachers. I worked in Goddess House Glastonbury for 8 years as a Soul Healer, and now we have our own healing space here in Avalon Glastonbury. Please ask for a trial healing if you are interested in the course.
Contact Bee on bee@cerridwen.co.uk for further information.
Blessed Bee
*Crystal Sound Alchemy
*Crystal Grid Magic for Healing
*Herb Allies
*Guardians from the OtherRealms
*Kinetic Touch
*Radiatory Energy Infusion
*Crystal Reflexology
*Sacred Listening
*Anatomy & Physiology
*Auric Field Reparation
*Akashic Record Reading
*Past Life Regression
Learning includes:
the Swynwraig Shamanic Healing
Womb Cleansing &
Fertility Work
Rituals and Ceremonies
What will you learn?
♥ Magic. Mystery. Spell Craft. ♥ Avalon Soul Healing™. ♥ Soul Expansion. ♥ Herbal Wisdom. ♥ Crystal and Alchemical Allies. ♥ Sacred Listening. ♥ Celebrancy. ♥ Rituals. ♥ Divination.
♥ Embodiment. ♥ Artistic Creation. ♥ Oracling. ♥ Death Priestessing.
These are just some of the skills learnt on our courses.
Hurray, we made it!
Our first book is now available and we are very proud of the co-created content that spans reality, fiction, poetry, prose, prayer and spell work. This book is a true reflection of our training as modern day Priestesses and Priests here in Avalon Glastonbury. We are very proud of the independent production of this work. Get a copy
Goddess Cerridwen
Dark Mother
Lady of Magick & Mystery
Goddess of Death & Rebirth
Wise Woman Healer
Goddess of Witches & Shamans
- Crystal Healing
- Avalon Soul Healing
- Light Body Activation
- Energy Centre Re-alignment
- Family & Soul Lineage Healing
- Hands on Energy Healing
- Card & Soul Readings
- Sacred Listening
- Seership
- Psychic Reading
Akashic Record Readings - Or a mix thereof.