BECOME A CERTIFIED HYPNOTHERAPIST

Next Intake: Jan 2026

IMDHA-Approved Professional Certification

Complete your qualification in 3 months

Intakes: Jan · May · Sep

Online + In-Person

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Cohort Options
1) Working Professionals Stream:
2 evenings per week + 1 weekend per month

2) Full-Time Stream:
Weekday training (approximately 2 full days per week)

Investment
R20,000 × 3 months
(each month paid upfront)

Why our pathway is faster

Most hypnotherapy programs drag on for months, with long gaps that break learning flow.

We train differently — through continuous, guided cohorts that build skill week by week in a focused progression. No long pauses, no loss of momentum — just real competency, developed systematically.

Result:

IMDHA-approved professional certification in 3 months — built on consistency, not shortcuts.

And instead of legacy “depth-level” models or outdated metaphysical language, our curriculum aligns with modern neuroscience and psychological principles of how hypnosis actually works.

We don’t teach old hypnosis — we teach evidence-based hypnosis, the way the brain and mind work today.

Who this is for

🎓 Career-changers ready to step into a professional, evidence-based field

🧠 Coaches, counsellors, and wellness practitioners expanding their skillset

💼 Individuals seeking an internationally recognised certification

⚡ High performers who value structured, accelerated learning

👩‍⚕️ Healthcare and allied professionals adding science-based mind–body tools

What you'll learn

Confidently facilitate professional hypnotic inductions
Design and guide complete hypnotherapy sessions — from intake to transformation
Work with underlying emotional patterns and subconscious conditioning (non-medical focus)
Build a successful client-based practice grounded in ethics, science, and real-world results

Certification Modules Overview

1. Hypnosis Foundations

How hypnosis works through modern neuroscience and psychological models
Client readiness and ethical pre-talk structure
Safe, professional session setup

2. Inductions

DeepTrance Blueprint™ methodology
Induction design and adaptation toolkit
In-person and online facilitation protocols

3. Therapeutic Techniques

Regression and parts work for emotional insight (non-medical application)
Belief and emotional re-patterning strategies
Future pacing, integration, and self-hypnosis

4. Practical Integration & Private Practice

Supervised practice with individual feedback
Integrating AI tools for script and protocol design
Building and launching a professional hypnotherapy practice

IMDHA Approved School

One of only two IMDHA-approved hypnotherapy training schools in South Africa.

What students are saying

“The International Academy of Hypnosis and Healing Arts has been a transformative experience for me. I enrolled for their Master Course on Hypno- Oncology which is the only school in South Africa offering this course.Their comprehensive program equipped me with powerful tools and techniques to support clients in achieving profound healing and growth. I'm grateful for the expert guidance and support from the founder Philip Mouton, that have enabled me to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.”

Chez V. — Johannesburg

“IAHHA’s high standard of teaching and guidance make it the ideal place for anyone serious about holistic health and wellness. It truly equips you with both knowledge and confidence to grow while helpin you evolve personally and professionally.”

Cleopatra M. — Camps Bay

“The 3-month format works because it’s practical and real-world. I can actually see myself opening a practice.”

Thandi M. — Knysna

Frequently Asked Questions

1) How is this different from other hypnotherapy courses?

Most hypnotherapy programs run for 12–18 months with long gaps between modules. Our 3-month program offers continuous live teaching, supervision, and feedback — combining science-based learning with real-time skill development.

2) Is this recognised internationally?

Yes. IAHHA is one of only two South African schools approved by the International Medical & Dental Hypnotherapy Association (IMDHA, USA), providing globally recognised professional certification. Graduates may register directly with IMDHA for international membership and CPD opportunities.

3) Do I need any background in psychology or hypnosis to join?

No prior training is required. The program is built from first principles and teaches hypnosis through clear, science-based foundations — open to anyone aged 18+.

4) Can I actually start seeing clients after this?

Yes. The training is built for applied professional competence. You graduate with structured session frameworks, supervised practice experience, and the confidence to begin seeing clients within your non-medical scope of practice.

5) What is my weekly time commitment?

Each cohort runs for approximately 3 months. Expect two focused live training sessions weekly, plus practical application work and home study. Class times are adjusted for working professionals, and schedules are confirmed prior to enrolment.

6) How often do intakes happen?

We offer three certification intakes per year — January, May, and September. Each cohort runs for around three months, with schedules finalised to accommodate different time zones and working professionals.

We create empowered practitioners — not script readers

Traditional hypnosis training often relies on generic scripts, leaving students dependent on external material rather than true understanding.

Our approach is different. You’ll learn the science and psychology behind how hypnosis and hypnotherapeutic techniques actually work — and how to design your own client-specific protocols confidently and ethically.

You’ll also learn how to use AI tools to structure sessions and craft personalised suggestions responsibly, so you’re never reliant on pre-written scripts or protocol libraries again.

You graduate empowered — scientifically informed, creative, and independent.

Ready to become a Certified Hypnotherapist?

Next intake: Jan 2026 — limited seats