Are you interested in a career in hypnotherapy, but don’t know where to start? Hypnotherapy training is your answer. At CPHT, we run hypnotherapy training schools up and down the country, helping people become trained and fully qualified hypnotherapists.
In this article we’ll explain what hypnotherapy training is, how it works, who it’s for, and what certifications you could achieve, with a number of other resources included so you can find out more if you need to.
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Why Become a Hypnotherapist?
There are many reasons to become a hypnotherapist. By the fact you’re reading this article, we assume you have at least some interest in the profession, but there are reasons for pursuing it you may not have considered:
- Helping family or friends struggling with mental health conditions,
- Work with flexible hours,
- Training in a new field for a fresh start,
- Building knowledge about how the brain works,
- Improving your own mental wellbeing by learning techniques,
- Developing skills in a field at the cutting-edge of medical research.
The Benefits of Hypnotherapy Training
There’s a clear distinction between certified hypnotherapists and ones who aren’t. As a medical profession, training and certification are required to ensure patients are in the best hands and that you understand how to help them with their issues.
Hypnotherapy training is your road to achieving those qualifications, and to building a set of hypnotherapy skills that will help you both in your career, and in your daily life. It connects you with other professionals in the field who can provide insight and access to advanced resources, and also helps you to develop your fundamental skills.
At the end of your course, you will have all the necessary skills and certifications to engage in hypnotherapy with whatever specialism you wish to follow.
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Hypnotherapy Training at CPHT: What to Expect
Courses, Structure, and Content
Courses
CPHT offers training for every level of hypnotherapist starting with the Hypnotherapy Diploma Course which leads to two diplomas: the Diploma in Solution Focused Hypnotherapy (DSFH) and the Hypnotherapy in Practice Diploma (HPD), upon successful completion of your HPD portfolio.
You can continue your training postgraduate, with the Level 5 Advanced Hypnotherapy Diploma (AHD), and the Level 5 Solution Focused Supervision for Hypnotherapy Diploma (SFSHD).
Structure
The Hypnotherapy Diploma Course includes:
- 120 face-to-face classroom training hours,
- 1 weekend of training a month for 10 months,
- Practical work between weekends to support your classroom experience,
- A written portfolio towards your HPD certification,
- A total training commitment of approximately 450 hours.
Content
In our courses, you will experience face-to-face, highly experiential classroom learning which focuses on the main issues you’re likely to encounter as a hypnotherapist.
As a brain-based therapy, solution focused hypnotherapy training includes up to date neuroscience research and evidence-based psychotherapy training, incorporating solution focused brief therapy, NLP and CBT.
Your training includes modules on setting up in practice and marketing, which means you can be business-ready and have your practice set up by the time you graduate.
Locations
Our courses are available at over 25 connected schools throughout the UK.
Costs
The standard training fees for your 10-month Level 4 Diploma course are £3,490, which can be split into monthly payments of £349.
Entry Criteria
No previous experience is required, and we interview you to make sure this is the right course for you.
Accreditations
Successful completion of the Hypnotherapy Diploma Course leads to two diplomas:
- the Diploma in Solution Focused Hypnotherapy (DSFH),
- the Hypnotherapy in Practice Diploma (HPD) upon successful completion of your accompanying portfolio.
The HPD (NCH) has been accredited by NCFE as having measurable learning outcomes that have been benchmarked at Level 4 (using Ofqual’s Qualification and Credit Framework (QCF) level descriptors). What this means is you’ll gain a recognised certification, providing skills and credibility that you’ll need to succeed as a hypnotherapist.
Our course has also been accredited by the National Hypnotherapy Society, who are Registered Accreditors for the Professional Standards Authority.
Support for Hypnotherapy Graduates
Throughout your learning, you will receive individual and group support. Even after you’ve graduated, we continue to lend a helping hand, providing access to memberships like the National Hypnotherapy Society, the National Council for Hypnotherapy (NCH) and the Association for Solution Focused Hypnotherapy (AfSFH).
You can also find support from our team, who are all highly experienced and qualified hypnotherapists. We act as a central point to connect with colleagues and industry experts, and offer Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses to help you further advance in your career.
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Your Next Steps: Building a Career in Hypnotherapy
At the start of your career, you’re likely to need to work weekend hours and evenings, as these are the times when clients are most likely to be free. As you progress, you’ll have more experience and renown, which will make it easier to get clients to match to your schedule.
There are a couple of different ways to start out: joining a practice, or becoming a sole trader.
Joining a practice will give you the support of a larger group, but may make it more difficult to progress your career in the way you’d like – and you’ll also get less of a cut from your work.
As a sole trader, you’re responsible for finding and carrying out your own work, along with everything that entails. However, this means you can pursue the jobs you want, set your own schedule, and receive the full profits, making it a lucrative option that many hypnotherapists choose.
As you develop your career, you may find a specialism you want to go down. To do this, focus on jobs relating to that specialism, and build a name for yourself. Attending CPD courses can also help you refine your knowledge on particular subject areas.
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Hypnotherapy Training FAQs
How does Hypnotherapy Work?
Hypnotherapy works by addressing subconscious patterns and behaviours that people might have, even when unconscious or asleep. By guiding patients into a relaxed, focused state, hypnotherapists are able to provide suggestions and reframe negative thought patterns, promoting positive change. Sessions are designed to be gentle, empowering, and tailored to the patient’s needs, with hypnotherapists often specialising in particular areas like stress or addiction.
Who can become a Hypnotherapist?
Anyone with the right mindset, passion, and skills can become a hypnotherapist. If you’re interested in a career in hypnotherapy, you likely already possess the former features, and you can obtain your skills by receiving a certification in hypnotherapy through a training course.
Is Hypnotherapy Training Expensive?
Hypnotherapy training is a valuable way to obtain new skills. You will learn all the fundamentals of the subject, obtain hundreds of hours of practice, and find out the basics of running a business – leading to better returns after you receive your qualification. At CPHT, our course also teaches you marketing, making it easier for you to succeed after the training. By looking at your expected returns after the course, you can make a decision on whether or not the initial costs are worth it to you.
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How Long Does It Take to Become a Hypnotherapist?
Our 10-month course provides you with all the skills you need to become a hypnotherapist. You will also get a lot of hands-on experience along the way, and become capable of using hypnotherapy from your first month of training.
How do I Get Started with Hypnotherapy Training?
To get started with hypnotherapy training, you need to find a reputable training facility with the right resources to give you the skills and qualifications you require. At CPHT, we bring decades of experience and access to training sites across the country, providing an easy way to start your hypnotherapy journey.
Hypnotherapy Training in the UK & ROI from CPHT
With such a broad range of features, benefits, and hands-on experiences, hypnotherapy training puts you in the prime position to start your own hypnotherapy practice. At CPHT, we offer the complete package for hypnotherapy training, ensuring you have all the key skills and experiences you need to take your talent into the world. Find out more about our offering and start your journey today by getting in touch!
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