For those still wondering about a career in hypnotherapy, we have compiled these 5 Key Points to Consider for Becoming a Certified Hypnotherapist. There are many ways to achieve an education in hypnosis, yet we hope this helpful guide allows you to make more informed decisions in a truly wonderful profession.
1. Look for Licensure
Certification in Hypnotherapy can be achieved through weekend workshops or through true State-Licensed Postsecondary Vocational Institutes that are credentialed through the Department of Education. We encourage all of those looking to become hypnotherapists to inquire about any school’s credentialing body. Hypnosis is still a highly unregulated profession, so to raise the standards in hypnotherapy training we encourage that all prospective students support licensing of schools.
2. Get Enough Hours
With weekend workshops and accelerated trainings, people often end up calling themselves a “certified hypnotist” or “certified hypnotherapist” with less than 50 hours of training. This is fine for those who wish to simply explore hypnosis and not make it a career. However, for those looking for a comprehensive career training, we recommend a minimum of 300 hours of training, and here at IIH we offer over 500 hours of hypnosis training with State-Licensed Diplomas.
3. Consider Hybrid Learning
Modern technology has allowed educational systems to take quantum leaps in the way that a training is now delivered. Only in-house training requires good note taking and an excellent memory, because once things are said they are gone forever. The Institute of Interpersonal Hypnotherapy therefore combines a massive online library of Online Interactive Tutorials, Live Online Classes with a Certified Instructor, as well as an abundance of in-house, hands-on practical hours to ensure high levels of proficiency. At IIH, we offer a combination of distance learning with in-house supervision to allow students to get the most thorough training possible.
4. Welcome in the Transpersonal
For many who consider hypnosis training, there is a strong desire for personal and spiritual growth. Trainings that avoid spiritual themes to try to remain “scientific” or “down-to-earth” do not acknowledge that we are all spiritual beings in our essence. Transpersonal Hypnotherapy training welcomes in the idea that you are a spiritual being having a human experience, and honors this in all aspects of our work.
5. Qualified Admissions and Student Services Staff
IIH training begins with a full-time Admissions Representative who will answer your calls, respond to your email inquiries and be there for you every step of the way. Once enrolled for a comprehensive hypnotherapy education, a team of people take over from a full-time Student Services Director, Externship Site Location Directors, Certified and Qualified Instructors and well-trained Supervisors and Supervisor Aides. “Mom and Pop” trainings can be very warm and intimate, yet we encourage you to ask about the team of people that will be training you as you explore a career in hypnotherapy.
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