The decision to train as a therapist is often a very personal one, and marks a period of transition and growth.

So chosing a suitable course is key to a successful journey.

One of the problems with the hypnotherapy field in the UK at least, is its lack of clear structure. And hence there are some courses out there which do not really cut the mustard. One such course is the diploma course offered by the Contemporary College of Therapeutic Studies (CCTS).

On a recent course I noted the following specific problems:

A lecturer could not define what neurosis means.

The training on emotional therapy was an old video from the 1960′s which is available on Youtube.

The smoking cessation part had no demonstration, and ended up with a reference to a NLP book.

The NLP taught is the cheap trick kind.

At the end of this diploma, there is no way you would be qualified to work with people professionally.

In short, save your money and avoid Contemporary College of Therapeutic Studies (CCTS) diploma course.

Instead get hold of a couple of good books on the hypnotherapy, EFT, NLP etc. and practice with your friends.

© David R. Durham