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
2026-02-17 at 6:02 PM Pacific Time
I really enjoyed learning about the history of Hypnosis and it's evolution over time.
N.F. from West Hartford, Connecticut, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-17 at 4:00 PM Pacific Time
It's very interesting to learn the history especially when you note exactly how far it has come. I wonder what the general public would think if they knew it's all up to them. Everything is already there in our head, we just need to teach them how to access it. I cannot wait to begin this course and learn all the mysteries of hypnosis.
M.D. from Wickenburg, Arizona, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-17 at 3:57 PM Pacific Time
I enjoyed it very much, and it is important information to understand the concept and history of hypnosis.
S.B. from Commerce, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-17 at 3:19 PM Pacific Time
That was amazing. I learned so much in history. Just makes me more hyped to learn more and use it! Thanks, great video!
N.M. from Lakehills, Texas, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-17 at 3:04 PM Pacific Time
Great! I found everything I needed too. Very informative and interesting for sure. So glad to be taking this lesson part time and still earning a certification!
R.F. from Brockton, Massachusetts, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-17 at 9:40 AM Pacific Time
It was great! Very informative.
C.R. from Bloomfield, New Jersey, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-17 at 9:23 AM Pacific Time
I thoroughly enjoyed this lesson and learned so much. I'm excited to go on to the school.
A.O. from Billings, Montana, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-16 at 10:48 PM Pacific Time
I thoroughly enjoyed it. I really enjoyed learning the new things that I did about hypnotherapy. I had no idea it went back so far! And I was actually able to listen to the video and retain just about everything that was important or what I thought was important. And that normally does not happen! Usually by the time the educational film is done, I’ve already forgotten most of what it was about. But this was different. Very much so! Maybe this is my true calling. I most definitely want to sign up for the course!
A.C. from Dover, Delaware, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-16 at 7:54 PM Pacific Time
This lesson was great and very informative. I am excited to learn more.
C.C. from Hereford, Texas, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-16 at 7:26 PM Pacific Time
This was very interesting to learn.
T.M. from West Valley City, Utah, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-16 at 6:46 PM Pacific Time
Very interesting and enlightening.
C.B. from Taneytown, Maryland, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-16 at 6:16 PM Pacific Time
I enjoyed the lesson a great deal. I never realized that hypnosis had roots so far back in history.
L.W. from Owings, Maryland, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-16 at 4:23 PM Pacific Time
I very much so enjoyed it. It was very informative and made me want to learn more.
K.B. from Eureka, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-16 at 3:19 PM Pacific Time
Very enlightening and intriguing to me. Creates a want to see this through.
E.M. from Colorado Springs, Colorado, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-16 at 2:50 PM Pacific Time
I found it to be very informative and it completely painted a clear picture of how hypnosis began and has progressed step by step into what hypnosis has become today. I'm so excited to begin learning everything I can about Hypnosis motivation and how I can utilize it to help myself and others.
L.M. from Kansas City, Kansas, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-16 at 2:30 PM Pacific Time
Informational and entertaining, very insightful.
S.C. from Vista, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-16 at 2:12 PM Pacific Time
I enjoyed it, there were a lot of things I never heard about. I'm looking forward to learning more!
C.P. from Carlsbad, New Mexico, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-16 at 11:20 AM Pacific Time
I learned a few historical facts.
B.K. from Bisbee, Arizona, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-16 at 10:11 AM Pacific Time
I enjoy the continuing educational program. Hence, the learning objects that were historical and yet to come.
G.B. from Portsmouth, Virginia, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-15 at 9:43 PM Pacific Time
I enjoyed this lesson. It was interesting and I retained most of the video and could have passed the quiz without the workbook. However the workbook was a great reference to double check my answers. I give it 5 stars!
S.B. from Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-15 at 4:58 PM Pacific Time
Intrigued and interesting. Very informative and I want to venture into this field of study even more now.
T.L. from Jonesville, Louisiana, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-15 at 4:40 PM Pacific Time
I learned a lot from this lesson. I liked the self-tests throughout the video as they aided in memorization.
T.V. from Bellingham, Washington, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-14 at 5:31 PM Pacific Time
I found the instruction extremely helpful and thoroughly engaging. I am interested in learning more. Hopefully this is not a fortune.
M.D. from Verona, Wisconsin, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-14 at 3:34 PM Pacific Time
It was very informative. Learning where the word mesmerize originated from was cool.
C.S. from Marietta, Georgia, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-14 at 3:01 PM Pacific Time
I thought it was very intuitive and I learned a lot about this subject which I'm very interested in! Thanks!
T.B. from Beaverdam, Virginia, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-14 at 7:10 AM Pacific Time
I found the video very intriguing and informative. Learning about the origins of hypnotherapy in the Egyptian Sleep Temples in Africa and how it moved from Egypt to Greece before evolving into modern practice was fascinating. I especially enjoyed learning about the connections to Shamanism, including traditions rooted in India and African Vodun, and how spirituality and altered states of consciousness have always been part of healing. Seeing how hypnotism evolved from what was once called magnetism or mesmerism into an accepted and growing modern therapeutic practice was exciting and inspiring. It deepened my appreciation for hypnotherapy and confirmed my interest in adding it to my holistic healing portfolio.
L.A. from Rowlett, Texas, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-13 at 11:49 PM Pacific Time
I enjoyed learning about the history of hypnosis.
C.R. from Palmetto, Florida, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-13 at 12:26 AM Pacific Time
It was fun, entertaining, and educational.
E.L. from Los Angeles, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-12 at 8:18 PM Pacific Time
I enjoyed learning from the video and took tons of notes, then realized I could use a workbook at the end. That is very helpful and I didn't even realize so many things, such as Shamanism and psychology are connected to hypnotism.
A.L. from Boise, Idaho, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-12 at 7:39 PM Pacific Time
Very enlightening. Can't wait to learn more.
S.B. from Waukegan, Illinois, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-12 at 5:53 PM Pacific Time
I enjoyed the lesson. I'm eager to learn more.
J.M. from Fitchburg, Wisconsin, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-11 at 7:46 PM Pacific Time
I thought it was quite easy and enjoyable. I also loved all the new knowledge I learned in such a short amount of time.
L.L. from Warrensburg, Missouri, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-11 at 5:18 PM Pacific Time
I absolutely loved the lesson. Very informative.
S.J. from Northwest, North Carolina, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-11 at 5:06 PM Pacific Time
I enjoyed learning the history of hypnosis.
A.M. from North Hollywood, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-11 at 2:07 PM Pacific Time
Great course helping to understand the history of hypnosis.
J.L. from Stoughton, Massachusetts, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-11 at 9:48 AM Pacific Time
I enjoyed learning the history behind hypnosis.
M.W. from Centralia, Illinois, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-10 at 9:00 PM Pacific Time
Loved this video, great explanation of the history of hypnosis.
A.C. from Florence, Arizona, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-10 at 8:34 PM Pacific Time
I liked it a lot, very educational, thank you!
M.L. from Los Lunas, New Mexico, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-10 at 10:17 AM Pacific Time
I enjoyed it very much. It explained the history of hypnosis in a great way. Thanks!
L.A. from Newark, New Jersey, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-10 at 6:32 AM Pacific Time
It was very interesting. Love how this lesson was put together.
S.R. from Middletown, New York, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-09 at 9:49 PM Pacific Time
It was very interesting, even if I can’t remember names very well.
L.J. from Midwest City, Oklahoma, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-09 at 4:06 PM Pacific Time
I found it to be extremely interesting and stimulating. After watching this video, I feel like I have learned a great deal about the history of modern hypnosis. At the same time, I feel inspired to continue learning to gain a deeper understanding of the subject. Thank you.
M.M. from Yukon, Oklahoma, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-09 at 9:05 AM Pacific Time
I found it very interesting and informative.
J.O. from Hamburg, New Jersey, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-09 at 2:32 AM Pacific Time
I found it to be very informative and interesting. I enjoyed it thoroughly.
A.J. from Benton, Tennessee, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-08 at 11:36 PM Pacific Time
Having learned the history of hypnosis, dating back to ancient cultures and civilizations, has confirmed my belief that this technique can help people in many eras where many other forms of council or medicine can not.
T.M. from Prescott Vly, Arizona, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-08 at 9:53 PM Pacific Time
It’s been an intriguing experience to learn about the history of hypnosis.
P.S. from San Francisco, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-08 at 9:12 PM Pacific Time
Very informative and interesting.
A.A. from Tulsa, Oklahoma, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-08 at 11:45 AM Pacific Time
I enjoyed learning about the pieces of our past that have contributed to our current understanding of hypnosis.
B.W. from Bokchito, Oklahoma, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-07 at 8:15 PM Pacific Time
I really enjoyed the lesson and learned many things I had never heard before.
C.P. from Daytona Beach, Florida, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-02-07 at 4:32 PM Pacific Time
It was awesome! I’m fascinated with this world of hypnosis.
A.D. from Miami, Florida, US