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
2026-05-29 at 7:30 AM Pacific Time
I'm interested in learning more.
S.M. from Glen Burnie, Maryland, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-05-29 at 6:40 AM Pacific Time
Thank you so much! It was a really fascinating lesson. The workbook does an incredible job of tracing the history of hypnosis—from ancient practices like Temple Sleep and the Oracle at Delphi, through Mesmer’s fluid theories and Abbé Faria's early psychological insights. It was also great to review the debates between the Nancy School and Charcot, and see how that rivalry paved the way for modern pioneers like Coué, Elman, and Erickson. Going through the quizzes together was a wonderful experience. The material beautifully demonstrates how hypnosis evolved from ancient ritual into a validated branch of behavioral science.
K.Y. from Minatoku, Tokyo, JP
Hypnosis in History
2026-05-29 at 1:44 AM Pacific Time
It was pretty easy, very clear and direct!
N.G. from Ripley, Mississippi, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-05-28 at 5:44 PM Pacific Time
I liked it, very interesting.
R.S. from Cordell, Oklahoma, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-05-28 at 10:49 AM Pacific Time
I very much enjoyed learning the history of hypnosis and find it quite fascinating!
S.R. from Nampa, Idaho, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-05-27 at 6:11 PM Pacific Time
I enjoyed this lesson. It was fairly short yet packed with tons of useful information which some of it caught me by surprise.
B.S. from Phoenix, Arizona, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-05-27 at 2:45 PM Pacific Time
Very interesting and informative.
J.G. from Bodfish, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-05-26 at 9:48 PM Pacific Time
It was fun and easy to absorb.
S.K. from Brooklyn, New York, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-05-26 at 2:54 PM Pacific Time
The lesson was informative and intriguing.
D.I. from Garden City, Kansas, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-05-26 at 2:23 PM Pacific Time
The questions helped summarize each segment and helped reinforce learning.
D.L. from Vancouver, BC, CA
Hypnosis in History
2026-05-26 at 9:27 AM Pacific Time
Great lesson on the introduction to the history of hypnosis.
D.D. from Abingdon, Maryland, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-05-26 at 8:05 AM Pacific Time
Great introduction. I am looking forward to diving in and practicing.
S.R. from Manchaca, Texas, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-05-26 at 8:01 AM Pacific Time
I loved the lesson. It was very informative but a little fast paced in catching names.
C.M. from Vincent, Alabama, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-05-26 at 7:40 AM Pacific Time
I love it. It helped me to know more about that.
T.V. from Fort Myers, Florida, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-05-26 at 4:04 AM Pacific Time
Very informative, thank you.
M.K. from Royal Oak, Michigan, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-05-26 at 3:09 AM Pacific Time
Very interesting, look forward to hopefully learning more on the history and modern uses of hypnosis.
N.W. from Stacy, Minnesota, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-05-25 at 6:19 PM Pacific Time
It was completely enthralling!
J.F. from Boulder Creek, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-05-25 at 5:30 AM Pacific Time
I really enjoyed this lesson. I found the historical background of hypnosis both interesting and informative, especially learning about the progression from ancient healing practices to modern clinical hypnosis. The material was presented in a way that was easy to follow, and it helped me better understand the foundations and evolution of hypnotherapy. Overall, the lesson kept me engaged and increased my interest in the field.
O.T. from Millbrae, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-05-24 at 9:41 PM Pacific Time
I very much enjoyed the lesson. It was great to get to know history in that way.
L.O. from Mobile, Alabama, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-05-24 at 5:56 PM Pacific Time
I loved it. It was very fascinating and the video was awesome too.
L.L. from Davenport, Iowa, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-05-24 at 12:48 PM Pacific Time
I thought the video was clear and concise. It might have been better to brake it up in to individual parts with there own mini quizzes but overall very informative.
T.W. from Centralia, Washington, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-05-24 at 10:53 AM Pacific Time
I enjoyed the lesson. It gave a lot of useful information about the history of hypnosis.
L.J. from Desert Hot Springs, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-05-23 at 9:26 PM Pacific Time
It was very informative of hypnosis through time.
A.B. from Tulsa, Oklahoma, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-05-23 at 4:31 PM Pacific Time
I loved it, it was very interesting and I’m excited to learn more especially the connection between the body and psychology.
B.G. from Oceanside, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-05-23 at 9:09 AM Pacific Time
It was very informative and full of information that I found extremely interesting.
J.W. from Justin, Texas, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-05-23 at 7:33 AM Pacific Time
Very interesting. I really enjoyed learning about hypnosis in history.
J.H. from White Lake, Michigan, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-05-22 at 5:05 PM Pacific Time
I absolutely loved it! I have always loved psychology and anything to do with learning about human behavior. It has been just recently that I have come to begin trying to research hypnosis—I would love nothing more than to be able to complete your school!
N.L. from Grethel, Kentucky, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-05-22 at 2:00 PM Pacific Time
I've really enjoyed this. I'm grateful for the opportunity to learn things that I never thought to look into and this is one of those things. When I started really looking into it, I became inspired by it to further my education. They should teach these things in schools all over the world.
J.F. from Crownsville, Maryland, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-05-22 at 12:01 AM Pacific Time
I absolutely loved the lesson, it was so eye-opening and informative. I had no idea that hypnotism dated as far back as it does!
S.L. from Apache Junction, Arizona, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-05-20 at 10:44 PM Pacific Time
I appreciated the comprehensive overview of hypnosis.
C.J. from Fresno, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-05-20 at 9:34 PM Pacific Time
I liked it a lot, I felt like I learned.
B.B. from Red Rock, Oklahoma, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-05-20 at 4:25 PM Pacific Time
It was very informative on the history, and subject of hypnotism. It opened my mind to the subject, and the potential positive affects it can have on the body, and mind.
M.G. from Escondido, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-05-20 at 3:32 PM Pacific Time
I found it to be quite informative!
A.E. from Scottsdale, Arizona, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-05-20 at 10:50 AM Pacific Time
I enjoyed learning about the history leading up to modern day hypnosis treatments.
T.G. from Montgomery, Alabama, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-05-19 at 4:55 PM Pacific Time
I enjoyed it very much. It was extremely well done and very informative.
T.M. from Elberton, Georgia, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-05-19 at 4:25 PM Pacific Time
Very informative information showing the growth of positive results as a medical treatment method.
S.L. from Bay St Louis, Mississippi, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-05-19 at 3:17 AM Pacific Time
I found that the materials were very educational, and provided very easy to understand explanations.
T.H. from Corsicana, Texas, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-05-18 at 8:56 PM Pacific Time
I loved the lesson. When it was finished, I was ready to learn more.
L.M. from Paducah, Kentucky, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-05-18 at 2:02 PM Pacific Time
I enjoyed the history very much.
S.P. from Great Bend, Kansas, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-05-18 at 12:33 PM Pacific Time
Very informative video and workbook.
A.C. from Henderson, Nevada, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-05-18 at 2:24 AM Pacific Time
I loved this lesson. It was great.
D.G. from Kinder, Louisiana, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-05-18 at 2:18 AM Pacific Time
It is very detailed and enriching.
A.B. from Mumbai, Maharashtra, IN
Hypnosis in History
2026-05-17 at 10:19 PM Pacific Time
I hate that I didn’t internalize the information better.
M.S. from Dubuque, Iowa, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-05-17 at 7:01 PM Pacific Time
Yes, I love the history. The lesson was very easy to learn.
M.C. from Lexington, North Carolina, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-05-16 at 1:58 PM Pacific Time
It was awesome! A wealth of knowledge in a short easy to understand video.
L.L. from Ajax, Ontario, CA
Hypnosis in History
2026-05-16 at 8:21 AM Pacific Time
I really enjoyed the lesson.
S.B. from Bremen, Kentucky, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-05-16 at 6:16 AM Pacific Time
I loved this lesson. This is one of my favorite lessons.
V.P. from Water Valley, Mississippi, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-05-15 at 1:56 AM Pacific Time
I found this lesson to be very amusing and fascinating.
L.M. from Tucson, Arizona, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-05-14 at 3:43 PM Pacific Time
Love to have more training please. Always believed in Hypnotherapy.
D.H. from Pembroke, Virginia, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-05-14 at 2:53 PM Pacific Time
Very interesting. I enjoyed it a lot and am looking forward to learning more about this and beginning the actual course.
J.R. from Banning, California, US