Free Hypnosis in History Course
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The American Hypnosis Association (AHA) in conjunction with HMI’s Nationally Accredited College of Hypnotherapy is proud to present this FREE online course, Hypnosis in History.
This 45-minute video documentary presents the revealing and fascinating history of Hypnosis and Hypnotherapy. Starting with the ancient Egyptians and Greeks, our story guides you through the pivotal pioneers of Mesmerism and Hypnosis in Europe, and then into the 21st Century.
This illuminating story is a must see for any student of Hypnosis or Hypnotherapy.
Hypnosis in History – Introduction
Hello, and welcome to…
Hypnosis in History
Produced by the American Hypnosis Association, this short but fact filled documentary, is the first step in your HMI College of Hypnotherapy journey.
This online course also includes a workbook, and online quiz which serves as a prerequisite, for your application to HMI’s Accredited Hypnotherapy Training.
It is recommended to have your workbook open for reference, while taking the online quiz.
We thank you for your interest in Hypnotherapy and hope you enjoy your journey through Hypnosis in History.
HMI Student Comments
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-06 at 1:11 PM Pacific Time
Extremely fascinating to learn how different men used the techniques and expanded on different possible uses in modern medicine.
T.H. from Edmond, Oklahoma, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-06 at 11:06 AM Pacific Time
Great information and loved watching the video. Definitely new information I never knew. Happy to learn more about hypnosis.
D.W. from Springdale, Arkansas, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-06 at 10:37 AM Pacific Time
Loved it, very informative.
M.R. from Palmdale, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-06 at 8:54 AM Pacific Time
I loved it and it reinforced my desire to learn more.
B.S. from Springfield, Illinois, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-05 at 8:14 PM Pacific Time
It was great, this was full of history and useful information. It's interesting to see the development overtime. I look forward to learning more are time goes on! Thank you for your time.
B.W. from Thayer, Missouri, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-05 at 8:51 AM Pacific Time
This lesson on hypnosis in history was interesting, thank you.
N.S. from Louisville, Kentucky, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-05 at 6:25 AM Pacific Time
I found this video extremely interesting. i had never heard of hypnotherapy and its positive effect in mental health and medical conditions before. I am very eager to learn more!
C.G. from Redding, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-05 at 12:33 AM Pacific Time
I absolutely loved learning the history of hypnosis. I want to know more.
K.C. from Cookville, Texas, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-04 at 8:55 PM Pacific Time
This lesson was very informative, and I feel that it is important to have knowledge of the roots (history) of hypnotherapy.
L.Z. from Lawndale, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-04 at 4:23 PM Pacific Time
Found it to be very interesting and informative and puts a lot of things into perspective.
Z.B. from Middleton, Tennessee, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-04 at 11:23 AM Pacific Time
Very interesting and informative.
P.M. from Loveland, Ohio, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-03 at 10:43 PM Pacific Time
I was interested the whole time.
E.H. from Brunswick, Georgia, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-03 at 10:23 PM Pacific Time
Very informative and very helpful.
L.G. from Kahului, Hawaii, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-03 at 9:02 PM Pacific Time
I learned a lot of history.
M.K. from Staten Island, New York, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-03 at 7:49 PM Pacific Time
Thoroughly enjoyed this class.
C.W. from San Francisco, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-03 at 6:21 PM Pacific Time
I enjoyed the information and found it quite interesting.
M.H. from Irving, Texas, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-03 at 6:09 PM Pacific Time
A great introduction into hypnotherapy. Good information, well paced and exactly enough detail.
R.R. from Houston, Texas, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-03 at 5:13 PM Pacific Time
I loved it! Very informative and useful.
J.S. from Boca Raton, Florida, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-03 at 1:07 PM Pacific Time
It was very interesting and enlightening.
C.A. from Hawley, Pennsylvania, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-03 at 8:30 AM Pacific Time
I was not focused the first time I took the test. I actually had tried the test on my lunch break so I went through the test really quick. I took my time this time so hopefully I pass.
D.E. from Orosi, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-03 at 7:57 AM Pacific Time
Very good questions, all of them have direct relation to the most important aspects of the video.
A.A. from Edinburg, Texas, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-02 at 10:59 PM Pacific Time
Very interesting. It is fascinating how a trance like state of mind can develop into a healing procedure. The mind is a powerful thing.
L.P. from Brownsville, Texas, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-02 at 8:27 PM Pacific Time
Love to learn and become certified.
D.W. from Dubuque, Iowa, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-02 at 7:04 PM Pacific Time
It was interesting information I have not heard before. Thanks for the free information.
H.P. from Jersey City, New Jersey, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-02 at 5:28 PM Pacific Time
It was visually stimulating!
D.C. from Ojai, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-02 at 3:38 PM Pacific Time
I loved learning about the history of hypnosis. It was very engaging and there is a lot more to it than I previously thought.
S.M. from Manor, Texas, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-02 at 2:00 PM Pacific Time
I enjoyed learning about the history of hypnosis.
I.F. from Oak Park, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-02 at 11:25 AM Pacific Time
I enjoyed the video very much. It gave a well rounded view of hypnosis in history.
G.Z. from Cedar Park, Texas, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-01 at 11:28 PM Pacific Time
I liked it very much and found it fascinating!
N.C. from Yakima, Washington, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-01 at 10:11 PM Pacific Time
Good. I retained more information.
S.O. from Batesville, Arkansas, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-01 at 3:07 PM Pacific Time
It was great information, thank you.
L.D. from Houston, Texas, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-01 at 1:51 PM Pacific Time
It was interesting and I look forward to learning more about hypnosis.
T.T. from Los Angeles, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-01 at 11:23 AM Pacific Time
I’m happy to have learned about the history and how far the field has come. I’m also relieved to know that it is a respected profession. I now feel confident in moving forward with the knowledge and understanding of hypnotherapy. I am excited to begin this journey!
J.R. from Bakersfield, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-01 at 9:09 AM Pacific Time
I really enjoyed the training, I'm excited to dive in deeper.
D.A. from Plainfield, New Jersey, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-01 at 7:23 AM Pacific Time
I loved this and also loved how you had each important part quizzed in-between the sections in the video.
R.S. from Belmont, Massachusetts, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-06-30 at 2:18 PM Pacific Time
Somewhat challenging but it's very interesting.
V.C. from Los Angeles, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-06-30 at 12:26 PM Pacific Time
This was very informative, although truncated. I would have liked more details on some of this... however, I assume that is part of the purpose. Leave them wanting more. So it was very well done.
T.W. from Manti, Utah, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-06-30 at 10:01 AM Pacific Time
Enjoyed the history of hypnosis.
I.M. from El Paso, Texas, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-06-30 at 9:58 AM Pacific Time
I loved it, very knowledgeable information. Great to learn the history and how far back hypnotherapy went.
K.M. from Parker, Colorado, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-06-30 at 9:22 AM Pacific Time
Very good brief synopsis of the history of hypnosis.
L.A. from Tamarac, Florida, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-06-30 at 8:45 AM Pacific Time
Very informative. Ready for whats next.
G.T. from Ada, Oklahoma, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-06-30 at 1:02 AM Pacific Time
It was well versed and informational.
M.E. from Houston, Texas, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-06-29 at 9:14 PM Pacific Time
I was truly fascinated to learn how Hypnotherapy first evolved about 5,000 years ago from Egypt and its journey through times. Reading about the various pioneers who discovered many different theories and practices to develop today's curative means of Hypnosis was very interesting. I am looking forward to this journey for myself as this lesson has motivated me beyond anything else. I am extremely grateful to HMI for putting it together for us.
S.D. from Sugar Land, Texas, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-06-29 at 6:30 PM Pacific Time
This was wonderfully insightful and simply inspirational. Thanks.
F.S. from Galesburg, Illinois, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-06-29 at 4:53 PM Pacific Time
I found it quite engaging. I think the way the material was presented (pacing, content, etc.) really helped me retain the information.
N.P. from Katy, Texas, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-06-29 at 4:51 PM Pacific Time
Loved it. I've already been fascinated with hypnosis since late childhood and with mental health diagnosis hypnosis has been one of my favorite medicine alternatives although I do not have personal experience with it.
M.R. from Port Richey, Florida, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-06-29 at 9:48 AM Pacific Time
It was very informative.
J.G. from Kenly, North Carolina, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-06-28 at 12:12 PM Pacific Time
Thanks for the history lesson, it was very interesting.
K.F. from East Haven, Connecticut, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-06-28 at 9:55 AM Pacific Time
The lesson was a very informative jaunt through the history of hypnosis.
J.C. from Ridgeville, Indiana, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-06-28 at 6:01 AM Pacific Time
I'm new to the program, and so far my experience has been excellent.
N.A. from Reno, Nevada, US