Advanced Clinical Hypnotherapy Diploma Programme Timetable
Advanced Hypnotherapy Diploma Programme Curriculum
Welcome to the Advanced Hypnotherapy Diploma Programme at the New Zealand Academy of Clinical Hypnotherapy (NZACH).
Our curriculum is carefully designed to provide you with a structured and clear path for your educational journey. The programme blends live, interactive online classroom learning with dedicated time for independent study, allowing you to absorb, reflect, and apply the knowledge at your own pace.
We have crafted the schedule to align with New Zealand public holidays and seasonal breaks, ensuring a comfortable and flexible learning experience that supports both your personal and professional growth.
Learning Format
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All classes are delivered live online, allowing for real-time interaction and participation, no matter where you are located.
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Engage with expert instructors, collaborate with peers, and participate in practical exercises through our virtual learning platform.
Student Resources
All students will have access to the NZACH online learning portal, where you can find:
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Assignments and course materials
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Comprehensive examples and resources
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Video tutorials and recordings to support your independent study
Join us on this transformative educational journey in clinical hypnotherapy and become a skilled, confident practitioner ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others.
Advanced Hypnotherapy Diploma Programme Timetable
Start Date: Thursday, 13 February 2025 Students can start at any time as long as they attend a full round of all 48 sessions.
Session Time: Every Thursday, 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm (3 hours)
Christmas Break: 15 November to 1 February (No Classes During This Time)
Assessments:
When students are ready for assessment, they will need to:
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Have attended all 40 sessions 120 hours of online live classes.
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Submit all assignments.
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Complete and submit the multiple-choice questions for review.
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Take a client through a session this will be live.
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Revised Timetable (Starting Next Thursday)
New session time: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Weekly Thursdays | Online
February 2026
Thursday, 12 February: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Module 14: Ericksonian Hypnosis (Session 37)
Thursday, 19 February: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Module 15: Psychological Appraisal of Clients (Session 38)
Thursday, 26 February: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Module 16: Therapies for Specific Issues (Session 39)
March 2026
Thursday, 5 March: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Module 16: Therapies for Specific Issues (Session 40)
Thursday, 12 March: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Module 16: Therapies for Specific Issues (Session 41)
Thursday, 19 March: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Module 17: Human Sexuality and Sexual Dysfunction (Session 42)
Thursday, 26 March: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Module 17: Human Sexuality and Sexual Dysfunction (Session 43)
April 2026
Thursday, 2 April: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Module 18: Overview of Various Psychotherapies (Session 44)
Thursday, 9 April: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Module 18: Overview of Various Psychotherapies (Session 45)
Thursday, 16 April: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Module 18: Client Management, Professional and Ethical Practice, and Hypnosis in New Zealand Law (Session 46)
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New Round Timetable (Starting May 2026)
Advanced Hypnotherapy Diploma Programme
Live Training: Thursdays, 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm (3 hours)
Total: 40 sessions = 120 live hours
Christmas Break: 15 November 2026 to 1 February 2027 (No Classes)
May 2026
Thursday, 7 May 2026: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Module 1: Introduction to Hypnotherapy (Session 1)
Thursday, 14 May 2026: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Module 1: Introduction to Hypnotherapy (Session 2)
Thursday, 21 May 2026: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Module 2: Hypnotic Induction Techniques (Session 3)
Thursday, 28 May 2026: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Module 2: Hypnotic Induction Techniques (Session 4)
June 2026
Thursday, 4 June 2026: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Module 2: Hypnotic Induction Techniques (Session 5)
Thursday, 11 June 2026: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Module 3: Supportive Hypnosis (Session 6)
Thursday, 18 June 2026: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Module 3: Supportive Hypnosis (Session 7)
Thursday, 25 June 2026: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Module 4: Hypnoanalysis (Session 8)
July 2026
Thursday, 2 July 2026: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Module 4: Hypnoanalysis (Session 9)
Thursday, 9 July 2026: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Module 4: Hypnoanalysis (Session 10)
Thursday, 16 July 2026: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Module 5: Age Regression (Session 11)
Thursday, 23 July 2026: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Module 5: Age Regression (Session 12)
Thursday, 30 July 2026: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Module 5: Age Regression (Session 13)
August 2026
Thursday, 6 August 2026: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Module 5: Age Regression (Session 14)
Thursday, 13 August 2026: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Module 6: Post-Hypnotic Suggestion (Session 15)
Thursday, 20 August 2026: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Module 6: Post-Hypnotic Suggestion (Session 16)
Thursday, 27 August 2026: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Module 6: Post-Hypnotic Suggestion (Session 17)
September 2026
Thursday, 3 September 2026: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Module 7: Ideomotor Questioning (Session 18)
Thursday, 10 September 2026: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Module 7: Ideomotor Questioning (Session 19)
Thursday, 17 September 2026: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Module 8: The Conscious and Subconscious Minds (Session 20)
Thursday, 24 September 2026: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Module 8: The Conscious and Subconscious Minds (Session 21)
October 2026
Thursday, 1 October 2026: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Module 9: Principles and Laws of Suggestion (Session 22)
Thursday, 8 October 2026: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Module 9: Principles and Laws of Suggestion (Session 23)
Thursday, 15 October 2026: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Module 10: Hypnotic Contraindications and Safety (Session 24)
Thursday, 22 October 2026: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Module 10: Hypnotic Contraindications and Safety (Session 25)
Thursday, 29 October 2026: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Module 11: Counselling Techniques (Session 26)
November 2026
Thursday, 5 November 2026: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Module 11: Counselling Techniques (Session 27)
Thursday, 12 November 2026: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Module 12: Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) (Session 28)
Christmas Break: 15 November 2026 to 1 February 2027 (No Classes)
February 2027
Thursday, 4 February 2027: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Module 12: Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) (Session 29)
Thursday, 11 February 2027: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Module 12: Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) (Session 30)
Thursday, 18 February 2027: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Module 13: Ericksonian Hypnosis (Session 31)
Thursday, 25 February 2027: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Module 13: Ericksonian Hypnosis (Session 32)
March 2027
Thursday, 4 March 2027: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Module 13: Ericksonian Hypnosis (Session 33)
Thursday, 11 March 2027: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Module 14: Psychological Appraisal of Clients (Session 34)
Thursday, 18 March 2027: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Module 14: Psychological Appraisal of Clients (Session 35)
Thursday, 25 March 2027: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Module 15: Therapies for Specific Issues (Session 36)
April 2027
Thursday, 1 April 2027: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Module 15: Therapies for Specific Issues (Session 37)
Thursday, 8 April 2027: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Module 16: Human Sexuality and Sexual Dysfunction (Session 38)
Thursday, 15 April 2027: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Module 17: Overview of Various Psychotherapies (Session 39)
Thursday, 22 April 2027: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Module 18: Client Management, Professional and Ethical Practice, and Hypnosis in New Zealand Law (Session 40)
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