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Course Description:
A diploma for Hypnotherapist is granted for the successful completion of this Program. Completion of Fundamentals of Hypnotism and Advanced Hypnotism are required for attending this Program.
During this Program the student takes the IAIH’s examination for certification as a hypnotherapist and is therefore prepared accordingly. Upon completion of this Program, the Institute will award a diploma entitled Hypnotherapist.
Objectives
To study and learn the concepts that relate to the field of regressive hypnotherapy, including the use of Gil Boyne’s Transforming Therapy, Basic Transactional Analysis, Modified Gestalt Dialogues and Forgiveness and Compassion Formulas. To prepare the student to successfully complete a 16-step regression therapy protocol.
Description
A comprehensive 100 clock hour Program to teach the theory and practice of regressive hypnotherapy.
| Class Code | Description | Clock Hours |
| HT301 | Introduction to Regression | 10 |
| HT302 | Pre-Hypnosis Interview | 8 |
| HT303 | Uncovering Techniques | 4 |
| HT304 | Age Regression | 7 |
| HT305 | Gestalt Dialogues | 5 |
| HT306 | Basic Transactional Analysis | 4 |
| HT307 | Forgiveness and Compassion Formulas | 4 |
| HT308 | Integrating Core Transformation | 7 |
| HT309 | Regression Protocol Integration | 4 |
| HT310 | Hypnoanalysis | 4 |
| HT311 | Analytical Hypnotherapy | 4 |
| HT312 | Amnesia Capacity Estimation | 3 |
| HT313 | Reinventing Yourself | 3 |
| HT314 | Hypnotic Dreamwork | 3 |
| HT315 | Practical Hours | 30 |
| Total Clock Hours | 100 |
HT301- Introduction to Regression – (10 clock hours)
Introduces the concept of using the hypnotic state to access memories usually related to childhood. Discusses the indications and contraindications for its use as well as the many types of regression that can be used.
HT302 – Pre-Hypnosis Interview – (8 clock hours)
Prepares the student to work with clients in a regressive hypnotherapy model through encouraging a more through intake process then the fundamentals Program. Includes more elaborate information gathering techniques as well as rapport building skills.
HT303 – Uncovering Techniques – (4 clock hours)
Prepares the student to discover the underlying emotions associated with a client’s problems and works to use these emotions as a bridge back to the cause of the problems. Involves a more expanded view of intake, Focusing and uncovering core belief systems.
HT304 – Age Regression – (7 clock hours)
A Course of study detailing the uses of regression, the means of regression and the processing of the information uncovered. The Course prepares the student to work with more advanced techniques by laying the foundation for the confident use of regressive methods.
HT305 – Gestalt Dialogues – (5 clock hours)
Prepares the student to facilitate positive change through a modified Gestalt process of dialoging with key figures involved in a regression. Includes training in cathartic emotional release and advanced methods for healing and resolving sensitizing events.
HT306 – Basic Transactional Analysis – (4 clock hours)
An introduction to working with the various ego-states of parent, adult and child as a means of resolving conflicts held deep within the subconscious mind.
HT307 – Forgiveness and Compassion Formulas – (4 clock hours)
Regression therapy requires that the memories that are brought to consciousness are thoroughly resolved and therefore very practical and simple formulas are taught to bring the client to a place of forgiveness and compassion for themselves and others.
HT308 – Integrating Core Transformation – (7 clock hours)
The Core Transformation process, as taught in Advanced Hypnotism, is now integrated into the regression therapy protocol to lead a client into the core state where very deep experiences of love, joy and personal wholeness are experienced.
HT309 – Regression Therapy Protocol Integration – (4 clock hours)
Hypnotherapist training involves the comprehension and application of a 16-step regression therapy protocol that includes many components. It is here that these components are integrated into an entire session that leads to the culmination of the first 300 hours of training.
HT310 – Hypnoanalysis – (4 clock hours)
Students explore some of the pioneering work of Mr. Dave Elman, who founded many of the techniques of hypnotic induction and the processing of memories that are still used to this day. While his methods are now highly modified, this course offers respect for the work of a great man and helps students to understand how our profession has evolved over the years.
HT311 – Analytical Hypnotherapy – (4 clock hours)
Prepares the student to work with the Analytical techniques as found in E.A. Barnett’s book Analytical Hypnotherapy. Includes the use of regression and the Transactional Analysis model.
HT312 – Amnesia Capacity Estimation – (3 clock hours)
Measuring depth of hypnosis can be done through many methods. The work of E.A. Barnett utilized a style of Amnesia Capacity Estimation to determine depth of trance by levels of amnesia that can be produced. This has proven to be a very valuable model when levels of hypnosis are important in one’s work.
HT313 – Reinventing Yourself – (3 clock hours)
A course dedicated to the work of Mr. Dick Sutphen who offered what are known as the Critical 15. These are the 15 things that people do that cause their own suffering. The cause of this suffering is addressed and the action to overcome it is taught
HT314 – Hypnotic Dreamwork – (3 clock hours)
This course teaches students how to process dreams using the hypnotic state. Based upon the work of Fritz Perls, dream characters unfold into symbolic messages of what the subconscious mind is truly working to tell us in our dreams.
HT315 – Practical Hours – (30 clock hours)
Practical (hands-on) hours are interspersed throughout this Program to encourage students to practice each and every technique that they have been taught on their fellow students. This allows students to not only practice what they are learning, but also to experience it for themselves.

Hypnotherapist Certification Requirements:
To become an IAIH Certified Hypnotherapist through IIH and to receive State-Licensed diplomas a student must take the following three sections that make up the Program of Study – Hypnotherapist:
- Fundamentals of Hypnotism – 100 Hours
- Advanced Hypnotism – 100 Hours
- Hypnotherapist – 100 Hours
You may apply for your Hypnotherapist Certification after these 300 hours are successfully completed.
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