12.1 What is the difference between the auditing and training routes in Scientology?
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This article is from the Scientology Catechism, by scninfo@pcnet.com (Scientology Information Server) with numerous contributions by others.
12.1 What is the difference between the auditing and training routes in Scientology?
The reference that best explains the difference between
these two routes is the Classification, Gradation and
Awareness Chart.
On the right side of the chart there are various steps a
person moves through as he receives auditing. Each grade
listed has a column for "Ability Gained" that describes
the increasing levels of awareness and ability achieved
at each stage. In auditing, one is working toward
improving himself and regaining recognition of and
rehabilitating his spiritual nature and abilities. This
is done on a gradient (a gradual approach to something,
taken step by step), so those states of being which are
seemingly "too high above one" can be achieved with
relative ease.
The left-hand side of the chart describes the gradient
steps of training on which one gains the knowledge and
abilities necessary to audit another on each level. Each
course listed includes a description of the subject
matter that is taught at that level. In training, one is
learning about the various facets of life with a view to
helping others.
These two different paths parallel each other. Optimally,
a person follows both paths. The chart is a guide for the
individual from the point he first enters Scientology,
and shows him the basic sequence in which he will receive
his auditing and training.
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