Online Class: Dream Interpretation 101

This insight course on how to interpret your dreams is an informative and concise review of what humankind has learned about dreams and their meanings throughout history, religion, literature, and psychology.

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  • 11
    Lessons
  • 17
    Exams &
    Assignments
  • 5,213
    Students
    have taken this course
  • 7
    Hours
    average time
  • 0.7
    CEUs
 
 
 

Course Description

Unlocking the Mysteries of the Mind: A Deep Dive into Dream Interpretation

Throughout human history, dreams and their mysterious meanings have captivated civilizations. These nocturnal narratives, teeming with symbolism and enigma, stretch across time and cultures. From the ancient Greeks and Egyptians who sought divine messages in their dreams, to modern psychologists like Sigmund Freud and Carl Jung who delved into the subconscious implications of these visions, dreams have consistently held humanity's fascination.

When we close our eyes each night, we enter an ethereal realm where the constraints of reality melt away. This boundless world, unfettered by logic and reason, allows the dreamer to transcend limitations, revealing a space where imagination runs wild and the implausible becomes entirely feasible.

Yet, like any foreign land, to navigate the dream world efficiently, one must grasp its unique language and codes. This course is crafted to offer you the tools to decode these nocturnal narratives, serving as a gateway to understanding your own mind more intimately.

While it's an ambitious task to encompass the entire universe of dream interpretation, our curriculum is designed to provide a comprehensive foundation. Upon course completion, you'll possess the insights to discern the fundamental themes and patterns in your dreams and start your journey towards mastery in dream interpretation. With consistent practice and a willingness to delve deeper, you'll soon find fluency in translating your dream sequences.

As you progress through the course, anticipate a series of revelations that light up your understanding of this intricate subject.

Course Curriculum:

  • Lesson 1: Why We All Dream — and Why We Should

    • Dive into the inherent nature of dreams and uncover the significance they hold in our daily lives.
  • Lesson 2: Dreaming Through History

    • Travel through time and explore how dreams have been perceived and interpreted across different epochs and cultures.
  • Lesson 3: Freud/Jung/Perls

    • Engage with the seminal theories of iconic psychologists and understand their distinct approaches to dream analysis.
  • Lesson 4: Dream State, Levels, and Logic

    • Delve into the mechanics of the dream state, exploring its various stages and the unique logic that governs them.
  • Lesson 5: Dreams Across the Cultural Divide

    • Understand how cultural backgrounds shape and influence dream content and interpretation.
  • Lesson 6: Your Own Dream Lexicon

    • Begin the process of creating a personalized dictionary of symbols, patterns, and motifs that frequently appear in your dreams.
  • Lesson 7: Dream Symbols

    • Understand the universal symbols that recur in dreams worldwide and learn how to decode them.
  • Lesson 8: Dreaming About

    • Explore common dream scenarios, from flying to falling, and uncover their potential meanings.
  • Lesson 9: Analyzing and Interpreting Your Dreams

    • Equip yourself with practical techniques to systematically deconstruct and understand your dreams.
  • Lesson 10: An Eclectic Approach to Dream Interpretation

    • Incorporate diverse methodologies from various cultures and time periods to enrich your dream analysis toolkit.
  • Lesson 11: Dreaming Creatively

    • Explore how dreams can serve as a wellspring of creativity and inspiration, shaping art, literature, and innovation.

In this immersive journey into the world of dreams, you will not only gain academic knowledge but also the skills to harness this knowledge for self-awareness and personal growth. Discover the profound messages that your mind communicates every night, and embark on a transformative voyage to the core of your psyche.

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  • Self-Paced
  • Printable Lessons
  • Full HD Video  
  • 6 Months to Complete
  • 24/7 Availability
  • Start Anytime
  • PC & Mac Compatible
  • Android & iOS Friendly
  • Accredited CEUs
Universal Class is an IACET Accredited Provider
 
 

Course Lessons

Average Lesson Rating:
4.40 / 5 Stars (Average Rating)
"Extraordinarily Helpful"
(3,876 votes)

Lesson 1: Why We All Dream -- and Why We Should

11 Points
A dream well-dreamt can prompt us to question the world around us, what we are doing in it, how we view it, and what we do -- as well as defining what is real and what isn't.
  • Lesson 1 Video
  • Lesson discussions: Dream Interpetation Course; Reasons for Taking this Course
  • Complete Assignment: An Introduction
  • Assessment: Lesson 1 Why we all dream and why we should

Lesson 2: Dreaming Through History

7 Points
The point is that dreaming is a fundamental part of all our lives, one of the very few universal strands that unites the human race. Additional lesson topics: Dream History; Several Ancient Legends About Dreams
  • Lesson 2 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 2 Dreaming through history

Lesson 3: Freud/Jung/Perls

10 Points
Described by Sigmund Freud as the "royal road" to understanding the unconscious mind, dreams were the centerpiece of his highly controversial book, "The Interpretation of Dreams."
  • Lesson 3 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 3 Freud/Jung/Perls

Lesson 4: Dream State, Levels, and Logic

8 Points
In this lesson we will be covering several of the better known, and more widely acknowledged dream states, as well as some very important points in relation to levels of dreaming.
  • Lesson 4 Video
  • Lesson discussions: Dreams
  • Assessment: Lesson 4 Dream states, levels and logic

Lesson 5: Dreams Across the Cultural Divide

9 Points
Dreaming is a truly universal experience; however, cultural and religious factors do play an important role in how people regard the significance and consequences of dreams.
  • Lesson 5 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 5 Dream across the cultural divide

Lesson 6: Your Own Dream Lexicon

9 Points
Our dream pictures and feelings are generated by our unconscious, and for our own benefit; you can find comfort in that. Our unconscious talks directly to us through our dreams, one-to-one.
  • Lesson 6 Video
  • Complete: Lesson 6 Assignment
  • Assessment: Lesson 6 Your own dream lexicon

Lesson 7: Dream Symbols

10 Points
The messages contained in our dreams are typically conveyed as symbols -- representing an idea, concept, or emotion -- something that is difficult to put into actual words.
  • Lesson 7 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 7 Dream Symbols

Lesson 8: Dreaming About

12 Points
Yes, we often dream about things, and occurrences, that are common in our every day lives.
  • Lesson 8 Video
  • Complete: Lesson 8 Assignment
  • Assessment: Lesson 8 Dreaming about

Lesson 9: Analyzing and Interpreting Your Dreams

12 Points
In practically every culture, and during every age in our history, dreams have both enthralled and mystified us, inspiring us to find bigger and better ways to understand their implications.
  • Lesson 9 Video
  • Lesson discussions: Dream Journal
  • Complete: Lesson 9 Assignment
  • Assessment: Lesson 9 Analyzing and Interpreting your dreams

Lesson 10: An Eclectic Approach to Dream Interpretation

10 Points
Everything changes over time, so naturally the approach to dreams and their interpretation is no exception.
  • Lesson 10 Video
  • Complete: Lesson 10 Assignment
  • Assessment: Lesson 10 An eclectic approach to dream interpretation

Lesson 11: Dreaming Creatively

60 Points
The real meaning of what it is to be creative is frequently misunderstood, with so many people thinking and saying things like, "I'm not creative at all."
  • Lesson 11 Video
  • Lesson discussions: Let us know what you think of this course; Program Evaluation Follow-up Survey (End of Course); Course Comments
  • Assessment: Lesson 11 Dreaming creatively
  • Assessment: The Final Exam
158
Total Course Points
 

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  • Summarize why we dream and why we should dream.
  • Summarize the interpretations of dreams throughout history.
  • Compare and contrast the views of dreams by Freud, Jung, and Perls.
  • Describe the Dream State.
  • Compare and contrast dreams of different cultures.
  • Identify your own dream lexicon.
  • Identify and describe dream symbols.
  • Analyze and interpret your dreams.
  • Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
 

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Course Title: Dream Interpretation 101
Course Number: 7550125
Lessons Rating: 4.40 / 5 Stars (3,876 votes)
Languages: English - United States, Canada and other English speaking countries
Availability: Accessible from any state in the U.S., this course covers key areas such as California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, and Georgia. The course is also offered in English-speaking nations like Australia, Canada, the UK, and South Africa.
Last Updated: March 2024
Course Type: Self-Paced, Online Class
CEU Value: 0.7 IACET CEUs (Continuing Education Units)
CE Accreditation: Universal Class, Inc. has been accredited as an Authorized Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET).
Grading Policy: Earn a final grade of 70% or higher to receive an online/downloadable CEU Certification documenting CEUs earned.
Assessment Method: Lesson assignments and review exams
Syllabus: View Syllabus
Course Fee: $120.00 U.S. dollars

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Student Testimonials

  • "I found out how little I knew about dreams and how to interpret them. I now know more about the symbolism of the recurrent dream I have had for years." -- Judith J.
  • "I absolutely loved this course! The lessons and assignment are very challenging and it definitely taught me how to to open my mind. Thank you!" -- Jessica F.
  • "As a beginner who has been keeping a dream journal for over 20 years, I found this course extremely helpful and informative. The quizzes were essential and not as easy as one would expect. The writing exercises allowed me to put the lessons to practice, and I made connections that I knew I could make, but didn't have the proper tools until I took this course. It was just enough." -- Camika S.
  • "Thank you for the great course, very interesting and educational." -- Melanie S.
  • "This course was very concise and helpful. I learned a lot more than I thought I would." -- Racheal L.
  • "A great course and an excellent, knowledgeable instructor." -- Joe L.
  • "Overall I had a fantastic experience with this course and learned even more than I expected too! I have a much broader understanding of dream interpretation now. I appreciated that the course included a wide range of topics and the information was thorough." -- Amy C.
  • "I found everything flowing and interesting." -- Roshan M.
  • "All lessons have something to offer me personally, so all were very helpful especially lesson 11 in Dream Incubation." -- Emmanuel O.
  • "I think this has been a wonderful experience and I liked my instructor and course so much I didn't want it to end. I thought the instructor was amazing." -- Debra H.
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