Module One only - Online Medical Hypnosis for Healthcare Professionals Autumn 2026

ABOUT THE TRAINING:

Module 1 – Foundations of Clinical Hypnosis

Confidence, clarity, and core skills for using hypnosis safely in practice.

Module 1 is your introduction to the principles of modern clinical hypnosis, with a strong emphasis on working with stress and anxiety. Through demonstrations, guided practice, and supportive small‑group sessions, you will develop a solid introductory grounding in hypnotic language, induction techniques, and patient‑centred communication.

Delivery: This course combines self-directed study with live online sessions via Zoom. To make the most of the limited teaching time, participants are expected to complete some pre-reading. All relevant materials will be clearly identified on BSCAH’s online learning platform, which will be accessible before the course begins.

Course fee: £200 BSCAH members
                       Join BSCAH now for the discounted price
                      £250 non members

Date: Module 1 – 19th & 20th September 2026

Closing Date: Tuesday 15th September (Midday)

Timetable:
Morning session: 9.30am -12.30pm (Sat) 10.00am – 12.30pm (Sun)
Afternoon session: 1.30pm – 4.30pm

CPD Award
This course is accredited by the Royal College of Anaesthetists and provides 10 CPD credits upon completion.

Aim: To develop students’ skills and knowledge in hypnosis, with specific attention to working with stress and anxiety.   

Learning Outcomes: By the end of Module 1 we will have demonstrated how to:

1. explain hypnosis to a patient/client and deal with any misconceptions
2. understand and use effective language in interactions 
3. induce hypnosis and use simple suggestion to help manage anxiety and aid patient wellbeing  
4. use & teach self-hypnosis for relaxation 
5. identify relevant ethical and professional issues in the use of hypnosis in clinical practice

Ideal for clinicians beginning their hypnotic training, this module builds the essential framework and confidence to progress to more advanced techniques.

NB: Students should only apply clinical hypnosis in contexts where they are already qualified to work with the presenting issue, independent of hypnosis.

How will the course be delivered?

This course is made up of self directed study and organised face to zoom sessions and breakout rooms.

You will be given guided access to curated online resources on BSCAH’s online learning platform (available for three months) which cover all aspects of the Core Curriculum for Module 1. You will get the most out of this weekend’s training if you have completed some pre-reading. The relevant material will be clearly indicated on BSCAH’s online learning platform. Please note that you will not have immediate access to course materials upon booking. Access is usually granted 4 weeks prior to the scheduled start of the course. You will receive an email giving instructions on how to access the course materials at this time.

There will be experiential learning and practice in breakout rooms in groups of three or four, supervised by an experienced hypnosis practitioner. All tutors are healthcare professionals with experience of integrating clinical hypnosis within their area of specialism.

Progression

Join our University Accredited level 6 and 7 course in Clinical Hypnosis, Language and Communication Techniques in Healthcare
You can also progress to Module 2 and/or 3

Feedback from previous courses:

“Very informative and enjoyable course feel I benefited from a personal level and regularly practice self hypnosis as well as on a professional level thanks” (Nurse)
“Thank you thoroughly enjoyed the course and feel it has benefited me personally and has and will continue to use for benefit of others.” (Nurse)
“Thank you for providing this training and making it as personalised as possible via the internet. The team were very supportive and worked together through any small technical glitches”. (Community Practitioner)
“Really enjoyed the training in particular the groups and the knowledge and experience of the tutors. It was a good balance of time spent on each topic.I really hope to be able to keep in touch with the tutors”. (Mental Health Nurse)
“Thank you so much for such a wonderful training” (Mental Health Liason Nurse)

This course is aimed at teaching the basics that health professionals can integrate into their existing clinical work.

As a safe-guard for clients / patients, we will only train health care professionals who are eligible for membership of BSCAH. 

If in any doubt please send your CV to admin@bscah.co.uk

Course fee: £200 BSCAH members
Join BSCAH now for discounted price
£250 non member

Cancellation policy: Full refund if cancelled up to 4 weeks prior to event; 50% refund if cancelled 2-4 weeks before the event, no refund if cancelled after this time.
​There is a minimum number requirement for this training, and if this has not been reached by two weeks prior to the training, then BSCAH reserves the right to cancel with full refunds given.

ENQUIRE: Admin: admin@bscah.co.uk Lead trainer: Ann Williamson: awilliamson@bscah.co.uk