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
2026-07-23 at 8:29 AM Pacific Time
I enjoyed it very much. I did not realize hypnotism had been around for that long. It was very interesting and I would love to learn more.
S.L. from Collinsville, Illinois, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-07-23 at 1:47 AM Pacific Time
I really enjoyed this video, I couldn’t wait to dive into the history!
B.W. from Little Rock, Arkansas, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-07-22 at 9:26 PM Pacific Time
I really enjoyed this lesson a lot.
A.G. from Atlanta, Georgia, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-07-22 at 8:42 PM Pacific Time
Interesting how hypnosis evolved over time.
P.L. from Apple Valley, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-07-22 at 6:26 PM Pacific Time
I like the different modalities of delivering the materials and their content.
J.S. from Clemmons, North Carolina, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-07-22 at 5:27 PM Pacific Time
I enjoyed learning about hypnosis very much.
J.L. from Lenoir City, Tennessee, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-07-22 at 4:49 PM Pacific Time
Very insightful introduction to the history of hypnosis. I learned so much and I love Coue!
Z.B. from Miami Beach, Florida, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-07-22 at 1:36 PM Pacific Time
I enjoyed learning about the study of Hypnosis, and how it can help many situations throughout the world of our problems and situations that we have faced or is facing now. I am fascinated with knowing that I can learn a rewarding foundation for helping people with pain, smoking, sleeping disorders and more.
G.A. from Pasadena, Texas, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-07-22 at 12:53 PM Pacific Time
Interesting session and history.
H.B. from Garfield Heights, Ohio, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-07-22 at 7:23 AM Pacific Time
Very informative and interesting.
S.C. from Mt Juliet, Tennessee, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-07-22 at 7:19 AM Pacific Time
Interesting, but I'm not sure why I would need to know the names/practices of past practitioners.
H.G. from Stuart, Florida, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-07-21 at 8:41 PM Pacific Time
It was very informative and I learned a lot that I never knew about hypnosis.
V.A. from Cincinnati, Ohio, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-07-21 at 5:55 PM Pacific Time
Very insightful. You learn a lot about the origins of hypnosis.
M.B. from Starkville, Mississippi, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-07-21 at 2:17 PM Pacific Time
The lesson was interesting and informative.
E.S. from Wilton, Connecticut, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-07-21 at 11:36 AM Pacific Time
Very informative and interesting.
M.W. from Santa Clara, Utah, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-07-21 at 11:23 AM Pacific Time
This lesson was very informative. It's fascinating to see the progression from where hypnosis started to where it is today.
H.J. from Madison, Alabama, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-07-20 at 11:09 PM Pacific Time
I love to learn new intriguing things.
C.S. from Arkansas City, Kansas, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-07-20 at 8:28 PM Pacific Time
I enjoyed the video, especially the ancient history.
S.L. from Studio City, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-07-20 at 6:43 PM Pacific Time
Somewhat a lot of information squeezed in the video but definitely fascinating.
J.A. from Studio City, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-07-20 at 1:55 PM Pacific Time
Fascinating. Really enjoyed it.
M.R. from Jelm, Wyoming, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-07-20 at 8:19 AM Pacific Time
I enjoyed this lesson. It gave me a lot of interesting information.
M.P. from Conway, Arkansas, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-07-19 at 9:20 PM Pacific Time
Loved the video. It was very interesting and educational in the best way.
D.K. from Marina del Rey, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-07-19 at 8:32 PM Pacific Time
The lesson was very informative and educative.
A.E. from East Windsor, New Jersey, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-07-19 at 5:56 PM Pacific Time
It was awesome, informative, and a lot of history.
D.S. from Villa Rica, Georgia, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-07-19 at 1:21 PM Pacific Time
I enjoyed learning about the history of hypnosis.
C.M. from Miles City, Montana, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-07-17 at 9:40 PM Pacific Time
I loved it! I didn't know hypnosis predated Erickson.
J.G. from Monrovia, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-07-17 at 6:46 PM Pacific Time
I liked it very much. Very informative and thorough!
J.H. from Hayfork, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-07-17 at 12:37 PM Pacific Time
Thorough and full of insight.
L.O. from Santa Rosa, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-07-17 at 12:08 PM Pacific Time
I liked it because of the multiple choice questions.
J.D. from Evansville, Indiana, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-07-17 at 10:28 AM Pacific Time
Very informative. I enjoyed watching and reading the information.
A.W. from Eastpoint, Florida, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-07-16 at 2:43 PM Pacific Time
Very informative. I truly enjoyed it.
W.D. from Madrid, New York, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-07-16 at 2:20 PM Pacific Time
Loved it, fascinating!
A.A. from Lake Elsinore, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-07-16 at 8:52 AM Pacific Time
It was very interesting, very informative, and something I would like to do.
I.W. from Pottsboro, Texas, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-07-15 at 5:30 PM Pacific Time
Loved it and can't wait to dive deeper.
T.C. from Midland City, Alabama, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-07-15 at 9:08 AM Pacific Time
It was very interesting and informative.
C.C. from Perris, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-07-15 at 8:28 AM Pacific Time
I enjoyed it, very interesting topic.
N.A. from Key West, Florida, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-07-14 at 10:06 PM Pacific Time
I really enjoyed learning from this lesson.
V.B. from Irvine, Kentucky, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-07-14 at 5:41 PM Pacific Time
I liked the video, very interesting stuff.
D.T. from Norwalk, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-07-14 at 4:40 PM Pacific Time
Loved the modules, the history of hypnosis is very informative and I'm putting together the history of hypnosis and the church connection. This gets totally deeper than expected. This is an awesome lesson to be excited about for sure.
M.D. from New Orleans, Louisiana, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-07-14 at 1:10 PM Pacific Time
Very informative, enjoyed learning some of the history of hypnosis.
J.J. from Anchorage, Alaska, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-07-13 at 12:25 AM Pacific Time
I loved learning the history or hypnosis.
K.S. from Longmont, Colorado, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-07-12 at 10:39 PM Pacific Time
It has a lot of great information on the history of hypnosis. I really liked all the information that they put into such a short video.
R.M. from Tooele, Utah, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-07-12 at 8:33 AM Pacific Time
Loved it! That was thorough and easy to understand. Thank you.
A.C. from Bernalillo, New Mexico, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-07-11 at 11:15 PM Pacific Time
Very interesting. I enjoyed it very much.
W.E. from Kaufman, Texas, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-07-11 at 5:27 PM Pacific Time
I had a great time doing this.
C.S. from Knightdale, North Carolina, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-07-09 at 7:02 PM Pacific Time
Great introduction and learning tool.
G.R. from Mooresville, North Carolina, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-07-09 at 5:07 PM Pacific Time
Fascinating. Provided connections about which I had been previously unaware and not discussed in clinical psychology training (with a psychodynamic school!). I also appreciate the graphics, music, and timing. The entire production/layout made the lesson enjoyable.
S.B. from Brodhead, Wisconsin, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-07-09 at 5:44 AM Pacific Time
I enjoy providing feedback. It enables me to improve my learning.
L.A. from Cincinnati, Ohio, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-07-07 at 7:29 PM Pacific Time
Great, very informative and thorough.
A.M. from Detroit, Michigan, US
Hypnosis in History
2026-07-07 at 2:37 PM Pacific Time
Lesson was very interesting.
I.M. from White Post, Virginia, US