Per Wikipedia: Hierarchy The church follows a formulated system of degrees based on meritocracy. These degrees are not open to application or to request and are only awarded to those who demonstrate excellence in the understanding and communication of Satanic Theory coupled with personal achievements in the outside world.[70] These degrees are: Registered Member (no degree) Active Member/Satanist (first degree) Witch/Warlock (second degree) Priestess/Priest (third degree) Magistra/Magister (fourth degree) Maga/Magus (fifth degree) Agents of the Church of Satan are individuals who have been trained to serve as contacts for local media and other interested parties.[70]