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
2025-07-14 at 1:13 AM Pacific Time
I liked it very much. I learned quite a lot!
M.S. from Bellingham, Washington, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-13 at 9:59 PM Pacific Time
I'm intrigued by the teachings and want to further my education with your school and want to thank you for your time and dedication to teaching me all you can! Yay!
D.P. from Boulder, Colorado, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-13 at 2:57 PM Pacific Time
I found it very interesting! I'm excited for the opportunity to continue to learn about Hypnosis.
J.G. from Niangua, Missouri, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-13 at 2:41 PM Pacific Time
I thoroughly enjoyed learning about the history of hypnosis going all the way back to ancient Egyptian times. I value the history of hypnosis and how it came to be, and this lesson allowed me to learn it through a very informative depiction of the timeline of events of hypnosis.
S.S. from Mount Shasta, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-12 at 10:30 PM Pacific Time
I really like this course.
B.A. from Jakarta, ID
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-12 at 9:30 PM Pacific Time
I really enjoyed it. History is my favorite subject.
P.S. from Matteson, Illinois, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-12 at 5:44 PM Pacific Time
Very informative and interesting information.
D.H. from Elko, Nevada, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-11 at 12:45 PM Pacific Time
Very clearly stated facts, easy to remember, and extremely interesting. I like this lesson.
C.O. from Mayer, Arizona, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-11 at 7:27 AM Pacific Time
I learned a lot, very informative, interesting. I enjoyed it.
L.N. from Portland, Oregon, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-10 at 5:12 PM Pacific Time
Loved the lesson, I watched it multiple times as I learn best through repetition and experience. I want to dive deeper into the foundation, just the introduction to history is so expanding.
C.K. from Spangle, Washington, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-10 at 2:48 PM Pacific Time
The information was highly informative. The majority of the information was not anything I had encountered before. Well done!
M.M. from Green Cove Springs, Florida, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-10 at 1:49 PM Pacific Time
It was very informative and interesting to me. I learned a lot and absolutely loved it.
J.R. from Phoenix, Arizona, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-09 at 7:39 AM Pacific Time
I really enjoyed this lesson! It was fascinating to see how hypnosis evolved over time and how different figures like Charcot and Coué contributed to our understanding of it. Learning about its use in World War II made the topic feel even more real and impactful. It definitely sparked my curiosity to learn more.
D.N. from Nesquehoning, Pennsylvania, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-08 at 4:20 PM Pacific Time
Very interesting. I really enjoyed it.
B.W. from Saint Augustine, Florida, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-08 at 2:57 PM Pacific Time
Loved it! I gained so much more knowledge on the field of hypnosis. Lesson is very well-researched and was a pleasure to study.
A.M. from Jacksonville, Florida, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-08 at 1:10 PM Pacific Time
I really enjoyed it and the self-tests throughout the class were very helpful.
J.B. from Victor, New York, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-08 at 12:38 PM Pacific Time
Very entertaining. The intermittent question and answer helps core subjects to be remembered.
L.C. from Huntington Park, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-08 at 9:45 AM Pacific Time
I loved the video and amazing introduction.
C.Q. from Jonesboro, Georgia, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-08 at 7:52 AM Pacific Time
Was a nice easy flow. Gave a great concept of the foundation of the discipline.
M.E. from New York, New York, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-08 at 4:57 AM Pacific Time
This is a wonderful and fascinating introduction.
S.C. from Florence, Oregon, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-07 at 11:22 PM Pacific Time
Great! Thank you! Look forward to studies!
E.S. from Portland, Maine, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-07 at 5:51 PM Pacific Time
Great historical background, thanks!
C.S. from Fairfax, Virginia, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-07 at 4:06 PM Pacific Time
Thank you, I learned a lot. It was very interesting. I look forward to learning more, the history is very interesting to me.
V.V. from Reseda, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-07 at 3:14 PM Pacific Time
It was very informative, and caught my attention.
J.L. from San Bernardino, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-07 at 11:14 AM Pacific Time
Gave a lot of great information, very detailed.
K.F. from Riverbank, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-07 at 10:31 AM Pacific Time
This was an outstanding "in your face," clearly pointed historical events in the use of hypnotherapy and I'm glad I learn and uncovered information not known especially the use of hypnosis in World War II, being a 20 year veteran, shame on me?
K.L. from Devine, Texas, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-07 at 9:59 AM Pacific Time
Loved it but I think I should watch the video again.
L.J. from Forrest City, Arkansas, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-07 at 8:43 AM Pacific Time
I truly enjoyed this lesson. I might have gotten some answers wrong but I think I'm okay. It was amazing the history of hypnotism and how it has come forth to this day.
K.F. from Carson City, Nevada, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-07-07 at 8:17 AM Pacific Time
Loved the workbook, rather than the video.
J.M. from Jacksonville, Illinois, US
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