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
2026-02-06 at 5:55 AM Pacific Time
I enjoyed the lesson and actually learned some things that have also altered my way of thinking about certain things people do and believe in.
C.S. from Wilmington, North Carolina, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-06 at 2:31 AM Pacific Time
Very interesting to see how hypnosis evolved through history!
T.S. from Houston, Texas, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-04 at 10:31 PM Pacific Time
I enjoyed learning more about hypnotherapy and the origins of it.
C.M. from Summerville, South Carolina, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-04 at 6:30 PM Pacific Time
I really liked it, it was very interesting. I learned a lot that I didn't know. It made me excited to know more.
M.M. from Hartford, South Dakota, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-04 at 5:21 PM Pacific Time
Very easy to learn. I enjoyed the history.
A.R. from Columbus, Ohio, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-04 at 2:58 PM Pacific Time
Thank you. I very much enjoyed learning the history of hypnosis.
C.H. from Springfield, Oregon, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-04 at 2:49 PM Pacific Time
The lesson was very educational and informative. I found it to be interesting.
C.J. from Columbia, South Carolina, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-04 at 10:26 AM Pacific Time
I enjoyed it very much, it was informative and put a lot of things in perspective.
H.B. from Las Vegas, Nevada, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-04 at 1:54 AM Pacific Time
I found it to be interesting and thought provoking.
R.B. from Boonville, Missouri, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-03 at 8:48 PM Pacific Time
Very informative. I enjoyed Hypnosis in History.
N.E. from Hamilton, Montana, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-03 at 3:38 PM Pacific Time
It was challenging and good information.
D.K. from Woodland Hills, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-03 at 8:54 AM Pacific Time
I like how the lesson demonstrated the evolution of hypnosis from ancient times to modern clinical approaches. The video was well edited and engaging.
A.R. from Pico Rivera, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-03 at 8:07 AM Pacific Time
I think it is very clear and easy to follow, and very informational.
S.T. from Crawford, Colorado, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-03 at 4:16 AM Pacific Time
Loved it! It is exciting and love to learn new things to better myself.
M.N. from Albuquerque, New Mexico, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-03 at 3:53 AM Pacific Time
I enjoyed every minute, very informative and entertaining at the same time. Very easy to follow and understand.
E.E. from Westwood, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-02 at 9:05 PM Pacific Time
Well laid out, easy to follow, and informative.
L.K. from Brentwood, Tennessee, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-02 at 5:30 PM Pacific Time
I really enjoyed this and I cannot wait to learn more!
C.K. from Erie, Pennsylvania, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-02 at 4:29 PM Pacific Time
Very interesting and informative.
T.T. from Fenton, Missouri, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-02 at 9:25 AM Pacific Time
It was very interesting and exciting to learn. It grasped my attention with eagerness to learn more and more.
L.B. from Tallahassee, Florida, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-02 at 7:40 AM Pacific Time
Thank you for the opportunity. I really enjoyed taking this introduction and I hope that you have an amazing day.
E.T. from Cleveland, Ohio, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-01 at 6:18 PM Pacific Time
I really enjoyed how immersive and engaging you made the lesson experience for me.
M.B. from Placerville, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-01-31 at 3:58 PM Pacific Time
I felt this was very informative and I learned a lot.
J.T. from Simi Valley, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-01-31 at 1:27 AM Pacific Time
Very informative. I wasn't aware of how seriously hypnosis was taken in the past.
M.C. from Round Rock, Texas, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-01-30 at 11:37 PM Pacific Time
I enjoyed this lesson a great deal. Learning how hypnosis came about, and how it was used, and what was thought of it was very interesting for me. I have always been interested in psychology, and hypnosis is a cool part of it I think. I am even more excited that I have found this program, and I am ready to start this journey.
K.A. from Amelia, Ohio, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-01-30 at 9:45 AM Pacific Time
Very interesting to watch Hypnosis in History.
J.G. from Marietta, Georgia, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-01-29 at 7:39 PM Pacific Time
The lesson was very informative.
E.C. from Patterson, New York, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-01-29 at 3:52 PM Pacific Time
It was very nice, not hard at all.
D.N. from Bonney Lake, Washington, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-01-29 at 1:49 PM Pacific Time
I found it very interesting.
B.B. from Laguna Niguel, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-01-29 at 1:06 PM Pacific Time
It was informative and engaging. Thank you!
N.M. from Kemptville, Ontario, CA
Hypnosis in History
2026-01-29 at 11:15 AM Pacific Time
The lesson was very informative. I learned a lot and think I will go back and learn more on what I missed.
P.D. from Augusta, Maine, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-01-29 at 4:06 AM Pacific Time
It's very easy thanks to splitting the workbook with the quiz.
K.L. from Big Spring, Texas, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-01-29 at 1:52 AM Pacific Time
Loved it! I am very interested to learn more.
K.J. from Lima, Ohio, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-01-28 at 11:12 PM Pacific Time
Very interesting, not too long, and not boring.
T.M. from San Antonio, Texas, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-01-28 at 8:35 PM Pacific Time
I enjoyed it very much! Being a history buff and enjoying history, this was right up my alley.
A.R. from Browning, Montana, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-01-28 at 4:13 PM Pacific Time
It was pretty fast moving, making it somewhat challenging to fully grasp all the details.
M.R. from Los Angeles, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-01-28 at 3:44 PM Pacific Time
It was great, very good material, would like to know more about hypnosis.
K.Z. from Fremont, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-01-28 at 1:57 PM Pacific Time
It was great. I found the lesson very fun. It was almost like watching the History Channel. I don’t really have any critiques.
E.B. from Los Angeles, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-01-28 at 11:51 AM Pacific Time
It was very informative and gave me a lot of insight on hypnosis and the history.
J.G. from Destin, Florida, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-01-28 at 11:41 AM Pacific Time
I feel like I’ve acquired a significant amount of information in a short time frame.
J.L. from Camarillo, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-01-27 at 4:04 PM Pacific Time
It was great, concise, and straight to the point.
H.S. from Springfield, Oregon, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-01-27 at 3:57 PM Pacific Time
I loved it! Fascinating and very well put together. I gained a much greater understanding of the origins of modern-day hypnosis from the course.
C.H. from Omaha, Nebraska, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-01-27 at 3:33 PM Pacific Time
I liked it a lot. It was very inspiring, and it taught me the history of hypnosis very well.
A.S. from Tyler, Texas, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-01-27 at 2:27 PM Pacific Time
It was educational and fun.
C.B. from Houston, Texas, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-01-27 at 11:16 AM Pacific Time
I truly enjoyed learning about the history of hypnosis, and think its a great way to get a potential student to be immersed immediately before even getting into the program. I also think the structure of how the material was presented is helpful in a remote learning environment. Personally, I need visual interaction as well as being able to follow along with literature - being able to take notes is helpful in retaining information, and appreciate that your course was presented as such. I look forward to learning more with your program. Thank you!
S.S. from Port Angeles, Washington, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-01-27 at 2:56 AM Pacific Time
It has indeed improved my understanding.
A.M. from Gujranwala, Punjab, PK
Hypnosis in History
2026-01-26 at 5:25 PM Pacific Time
It was educational and well imaged.
S.S. from Grants Pass, Oregon, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-01-26 at 5:52 AM Pacific Time
It was interesting for sure. I liked the part on Shamanism.
D.H. from Destin, Florida, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-01-26 at 4:44 AM Pacific Time
Very informative and interesting.
A.S. from Lewistown, Illinois, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-01-26 at 1:01 AM Pacific Time
I enjoyed. I've always been intrigued by the brain.
J.R. from Lindsay, Oklahoma, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-01-25 at 3:28 AM Pacific Time
I like it, very useful for my journey.
K.S. from Bhilai Durg, Chhattisgarh, IN