Celtic Mythology 101

$50.00
no certificate

- OR -

$75.00
with CEU Certificate*

Start Right Now!

Taking multiple courses? Save with our platinum program.

8

Lessons
11

Exams &
Assignments
2

Hours
average time
0.2

CEUs
572

Students
have taken this course

Course Description

Celtic mythology is a world unlike any you've ever discovered before. It is a place where gods are both dead and alive, where a parallel world lies over top of the world you live in every day, filled with mystical beings that can contact you whenever they please. The Celtic world was one of covens of ancient Druids who spent their entire lives memorizing the totality of Celtic lore in order to pass the knowledge from generation to generation. It was a place of grand celebrations and bloody wars, all of which became anchored in the Celtic mythology.

This course will take you from the mysterious rites of the Druids to meetings between the great Julius Caesar and the land he could not conquer, and back again. By the end you will have an entirely different view of what religion or mythology can be, and has been in the past. Meet devious gods and oppressive kings, learn about mighty conquests and the unconquerable Tuatha Dé Danann.

You will also learn about how Celtic mythology has lived on in the role of globally celebrated holidays, inspiration for some of the world's and history's greatest writers, and in newly founded religions that seek to tap into the ancient wisdom of the Celts. Learning about the Celts and their mythology is truly learning something new--it's a world unlike anything you've learned about before!

Completely Online
Self-Paced
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:

"Extraordinarily Helpful"

(593 votes)

Lesson 1: Celtic Worship

There are things we know for certain about Celtic polytheism and mythology, and things upon which we can only speculate. 15 Total Points

Review 2 Articles: Celtic Mythology; Celtic Religion
Take Poll: Celtic Mythology
Complete Assignment: An Introduction
Complete Exam: Lesson 1: Celtic Worship

Lesson 2: The Celtic Gods

When we are tackling a strange mythology, we seek instinctively an Olympus where the gods abide, an Erebus, kingdom of the dead, a hierarchy of gods, specialized as patrons of war, of the arts, or of love. 9 Total Points

Review Article: Gods and Goddesses
Complete Exam: Lesson 2: The Celtic Gods

Lesson 3: The People of the Goddess Danu

Danu is the mother-goddess, and the namesake of the beings of the Otherworld. A common name for all the gods collectively is Tuatha De Danann, or "The People of the Goddess Danu". 10 Total Points

Review Article: The Celtic Otherworld
Complete Exam: Lesson 3: The People of the Goddess Danu

Lesson 4: The Rennes Dindshenchas

The Dindshenchas is one of two books of Celtic myths written down in Medieval times. 10 Total Points

Review Article: The Prose Tales
Complete Exam: Lesson 4: The Rennes Dendshenchas

Lesson 5: The Lebor Gabala Erenn

The Lebor Gabala Erenn is the second of the surviving texts we have that tried to record Celtic mythology for the ages. 9 Total Points

Review 2 Articles: Lebor Gabala Erenn; The Lebor Gabala Erren
Take Poll: Celtic Texts
Complete Exam: Lesson 5: The Lebor Gabala Erenn

Lesson 6: Art and Iconography

As was stated earlier, there is not a great deal of literature that can be relied upon in a study of Celtic mythology. The key to expanding our understanding of this ancient culture, comes largely from archaeology. 10 Total Points

Review Article: Celtic Art and Culture
Complete Exam: Lesson 6: Art and Iconography

Lesson 7: Celtic Mythology Today

Celtic mythology is somewhat unique in the western world, as it is in many cases still practiced. 10 Total Points

Review Article: Neo-Druidism
Take Poll: Worship
Complete Exam: Lesson 7: Celtic Mythology Today

Lesson 8: Celtic Mythology and the World

Classical writers were influenced by the memories of the violent impact of the Celts on the Mediterranean world, especially, the invasions of Italy and Greece. 135 Total Points

Take Poll: Let us know what you think of this course
Take Survey: Program Evaluation Follow-up Survey (End of Course)
Complete: The Final Assignment
Complete Exam: Lesson 8: Celtic Mythology and the World
Complete: The Final Exam

208

Total Course Points

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:

Describe Celtic worship.
Describe the Celtic gods.
Describe The People of the Goddess Danu.
Describe The Rennes Dindshenchas.
Describe The Lebor Gabala Erenn.
Know the art, iconography, and Celtic mythology today, and
Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.

Additional Course Information

Document Your Lifelong Learning Achievements
Earn an Official Certificate Documenting Course Hours and CEUs
Verify Your Certificate with a Unique Serial Number Online

View and Share Your Certificate Online or Download/Print as PDF
Display Your Certificate on Your Resume and Promote Your Achievements Using Social Media

Course Title: Celtic Mythology 101

Course Number: 8900138

Languages: English - United States, Canada and other English speaking countries

Category:

UniversalClass.com > History > Mythology Courses

Course Type: General Education (Self-Paced, Online Class)

CEU Value: 0.2 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

Instructor: C. Michael McKenna

Syllabus: View Syllabus

Duration: Continuous: Enroll anytime!

Course Fee: $50.00 (no CEU Certification) || with Online CEU Certification: $75.00

Choose Your Subscription Plan

Course Only

One Course
No Certificate / No CEUs

$50

for 6 months

Add to Cart

Billed once
This course only

Includes certificate	X
Includes CEUs	X
Self-paced
Instructor support
Time to complete	6 months
No. of courses	1 course

Certificate Course

One Course
Certificate & CEUs

$75

for 6 months

Add to Cart

Billed once
This course only

Includes certificate
Includes CEUs
Self-paced
Instructor support
Time to complete	6 months
No. of courses	1 course

Platinum Yearly

ALL COURSES
Certificates & CEUs

$189

per year

You save 50%!

Start Now

Billed once
Includes all 500+ courses

Includes certificate
Includes CEUs
Self-paced
Instructor support
Time to complete	12 Months
No. of courses	500+

Platinum Monthly

ALL COURSES
Certificates & CEUs

$59 first month

$29.00 / each consecutive month thereafter

Start Now

Billed monthly
Includes all 500+ courses

Includes certificate
Includes CEUs
Self-paced
Instructor support
Time to complete	Monthly
No. of courses	500+

Related Courses

Norse Mythology 101

Thor, Odin, Valhalla--all names you've probably heard of before, but names you might not know represent one of the most unique religions ever conceived. The Norse, the Vikings, the Scandinavians--whatever you prefer to call them, they were one of th...

$75.00
0.4 CEUs 4h
Ancient Civilizations 101

Studying ancient civilizations is one of the most fascinating areas of all human history for the precise reason that it is human history. As we learn more about those who have come before us, we understand more about ourselves in this modern age and...

$75.00
1.0 CEUs 10h
Greek Mythology

Do you feel totally clueless when it comes to Greek Mythology? Do you often say to yourself: It's all Greek to me? You were supposed to learn this stuff in school but classical mythology isn't really taught anymore in elementary or secondary school...

$75.00
0.7 CEUs 7h
Egyptian Mythology 101

Mummies, pyramids, pharaohs, hieroglyphs--things you think you know all about, but do you really? Would it surprise you to hear that more cats than people were mummified in ancient Egypt? Or that a pharaoh was considered to be more than just in cont...

$75.00
0.3 CEUs 3h
American Wars: American Revolution and Civil War

American History has been significantly shaped by two major wars: The Revolutionary War and The Civil War. This course will focus on both of these historical events. The American Revolution set the stage for the creation of one of the most powerful...

$115.00
2.1 CEUs 21h
Pre-Columbian Mythology

These were civilizations like no other--and there has been nothing like them since. Creating horrifying methods of human sacrifice, public sports from which modern soccer, football, and basketball eventually developed, and some of history's greatest...

$75.00
0.3 CEUs 3h
Bible Stories

Learning Bible stories is a great way to learn more about Christianity. They also help to inspire us and provide great life lessons that can be used in our lives today. Because of all these reasons, and other personal ones that people may have, stud...

$75.00
0.7 CEUs 7h
Salem Witch Trials

The trials, and the ultimate executions, of many so-called witches in Salem, Massachusetts in 1692 is one of the most widely known events in American history. In the past three centuries, historians have wrestled with those tragic events and have wr...

$75.00
0.4 CEUs 4h
American Heroes and Villains

Just as there have been famous and infamous personalities that have arisen on the world stage throughout the ages, America has had its share of notable personalities--ranging from the very good to the very, very bad. While not always at the forefron...

$75.00
0.8 CEUs 8h
American History Review

This American History Review course invites you to explore the history of this remarkable nation. We'll discuss its early Native American roots and colonist settlements; the forging of a new national identity, free of the chains of imperialism; the ...

$95.00
1.3 CEUs 13h
Judaism 101: An Introduction

Welcome to our online introduction class on Judaism 101. In this course, students will experience the beginnings of Judaism and become familiar with some of the basic beliefs and tenants of one of the largest religions in the world. You'll be introd...

$75.00
1.0 CEUs 10h
History's Greatest Conspiracies

Throughout history there have been an inordinate number of monumental events, both good and bad, such as catastrophes, government coups, assassinations, great advances in science, economic depressions, and inventions that have changed our lives. In...

$75.00
0.7 CEUs 7h