Foundation Course in Hypnosis

The Foundation level course teaches you fundamental hypnosis skills, how to hypnotise others for relaxation, how to formulate suggestions and teach self-hypnosis.

A key element of the course is a series of relaxing hypnosis audios designed to help you as a student learn, remember and retain the course material. You are encouraged to practise self-hypnosis as a tool for relaxation, focus, confidence, and help build your hypnosis skills.

Curriculum Modules

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  Practical information: How to progress through this course
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  RESOURCES (scripts, additional videos, supplementary material)
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  Learn self-hypnosis: Theory
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  Learn self-hypnosis: Practice
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  Questions clients ask - volume I
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  🎧 HYPNOSIS SESSION: Motivation
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  Introduction to Hypnotherapy
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  Consciousness: Hypnosis, meditation and other states of awareness
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  Questions clients ask - volume II
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  The structure of the hypnosis session
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  Practical Hypnosis Skills: The practicalities of a session
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  🎧 HYPNOSIS SESSION: Focus
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  PRACTICAL SESSION: Teach self-hypnosis to another person
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  The Hypnotherapy Practice: Working online
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  Questions clients ask - volume III
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  🎧 HYPNOSIS SESSION: Confidence
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  Theories and Techniques of Hypnosis
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  PRACTICAL SESSION: GENERAL HYPNOSIS SCRIPT
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  Positive suggestions and Ego-strengthening
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  Moving on to Phase II
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"The course content has exceeded my expectations, and my wellbeing has also improved, with better sleep and feeling more grounded and assertive. This course is a life changer - both for me and for those who will benefit from the knowledge I will use to help others."
Isabella
Psychologist and Researcher in Oncology

Course Fee

The course fee for this training is £200.



Individuals working for a charity can apply for free places.

Email [email protected] for code.

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The course includes:

🎧Hypnosis Audios – Immerse yourself in a range of professionally recorded hypnosis sessions to deepen your understanding and experience the transformative power of hypnosis first-hand.

🎥 Lecture audios – Expert-led lessons that break down hypnosis theory and techniques into practical, easy-to-apply steps.

🎙️ Exclusive Podcast Series – Access a dedicated podcast covering advanced insights, real-world applications, and inspiring case studies from experienced practitioners.

📚 Comprehensive Course Materials – Downloadable resources, scripts, and guides to reinforce your learning and serve as valuable references for practice.

🌐 Interactive Community Hub – Join a private online community where you can connect with fellow students, exchange ideas, and find practice partners.

👩‍🏫 Tutor Support – Get direct access to experienced hypnosis tutors for questions, feedback, and guidance as you progress through the course.

“It's a really well written course, easy to follow and understand.
I like how everything is laid out and structured.
Following the guidance from this course,
I am now able to confidently and successfully hypnotise others."

Victoria

Ursula James: Course creator

Former Visiting Professor of Clinical Hypnosis, Robert Gordon University

In addition to having been the only professor of Clinical Hypnosis in the UK, Ursula James is a visiting teaching fellow at Oxford University Medical School, and a Patron of both Anxiety UK (formerly the National Phobics Society) and the National Centre for Domestic Violence (NCDV).

Ursula was a member of the international advisory board of Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice (formerly Complementary Therapies in Nursing & Midwifery) and a Foundation Member of the Academy of Medical Educators.

"Having tried another hypnotherapy training, I am very pleased to say how enjoyable this course is. I would liken it to reading a good book. Easy to understand, informative and enjoyable. I would highly recommend it to anyone, whether for professional purposes or just for your own self learning."
Valerie
Corporate fraud detection consultant

Two ways to study…


All three course levels are offered in two pathways, so you can choose the one that best fits your goals.

Pathway 1: CPD Online-Only

100% self-paced learning — videos, audios & downloadable resources
Perfect for CPD, supplementary study, or a personal introduction to hypnosis
No tutor interaction required — start anytime, anywhere
Completion certificate (not valid for professional practice)

Best for: Students wanting CPD hours, personal development, or a taster before committing to practitioner training.

Pathway 2: GHR-Accredited (Applied for)

Fully structured with tutor interaction, feedback, and formal assessment
Peer practice pods, recorded submissions, and final evaluations
Meets General Hypnotherapy Register (GHR) standards for practitioner accreditation
Earns you tutor contact hours towards the 120-hour GHR requirement
Accredited certificate valid for professional practice

Best for: Students aiming for full professional practitioner status with live tutor feedback and observed practice.

The full training programme


This course is the first level of the complete Clinical Hypnosis course which comprises three levels, each building on the skill set of the previous one.

Each course is standalone, and the skill set required for each level is outlined below.




Foundation: Level 1


No experience required - suitable for those with no knowledge of hypnosis.


Fundamental hypnosis skills, self-hypnosis, how to hypnotise others, formulate suggestions, and teach others self-hypnosis.









Hypnotherapy: Level 2


The next step and for those who wish to add this to their current skills


Achieving therapeutic outcomes for a wide range of conditions, and building practical skills to become a professional hypnotherapist.


This course is appropriate for practising therapists or those with experience of working with clients.


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Clinical Hypnosis: Level 3


The final stage of study: For those who wish to enter clinical practice


Advanced clincial hypnosis skills with a client-centred approach.


This course is an in depth, individualised approach to diagnostic as well as advanced hypnotherapeutic techniques.


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Course Fee

The course fee for this training is £200.


Individuals working for a charity can apply for free places.

Email:

[email protected]

for elibility criteria



Study with professionals

Ursula James Hypnotherapy online courses contain material developed for, and taught to, student doctors. These courses have been taught for the past 22 years at medical schools including Oxford University Medical School, where she pioneered the first course in clinical hypnosis and its application specifically for medical students.

Ursula James Hypnotherapy Training teaches at the same high standard and presents similar material to that taught at medical school. However the scope has been broadened to give easy access to others interested in learning how to use hypnosis as a therapeutic tool, whether to for themselves, to train for a new career, as an addition to their professional skills.