ADVANCED DIPLOMA / GRAD CERT / BSC CONVERSION

This award is based upon an existing well established and subscribed course offered to Doctors, Dentists, Psychologists, Dental Nurses, Registered Nurses, Midwives and other healthcare professionals registered with the HCPC, where the provision of hypnosis could become or is part of their professional role. The award will be delivered by accredited members of the Midlands Branch of BSCAH, using their own in-house learning materials and resources. This will be the 62nd year in which the Midlands Branch has successfully run courses in hypnosis. The purpose of this award is to develop the student’s knowledge and understanding of the theory and practice of hypnosis within their individual health field, particularly those working with anxious or stressed patients or clients whether in a medical, dental or health/social context. The course will also allow students to learn to manage their own stress levels when interacting with both patients/clients and colleagues together with goal setting techniques while developing interpersonal communication skills.

The award comprises of 3 modules and is delivered over 8 face to face contact days at BCU (4 Fri/Sats) over the period of an academic year, with the remainder being self-directed study, enabling students to work at an individual pace. The modules will be a mixture of theory, practical sessions and discussion. Students will enrol with BCU, receive learning materials in the form of module handbooks, and have access to the University Library and online facilities to guide them through the award. They will have also access to the course tutors and a BCU award leader who will provide additional support via e-mail and\or telephone for assignments. Successful completion of a reflective diary, 3 written assignments, and a viva voce will form the basis of the award.

The content of the three modules will cover both basic theory and practice of hypnosis and stress management with emphasis on theoretical underpinnings and targeting those areas where hypnotic approaches can be useful; such as anxiety and pain. The coursework will also focus on the principles and practice of stress and anxiety management for both practitioners and patients. As the course progresses more advanced techniques for specific problems will be explored and taught.

The award comprises of 3 modules and is delivered over 8 face to face contact days at BCU (4 Fri/Sats) over the period of an academic year, with the remainder being self-directed study, enabling students to work at an individual pace. The modules will be a mixture of theory, practical sessions and discussion. Students will enrol with BCU, receive learning materials in the form of module handbooks, and have access to the University Library and online facilities to guide them through the award. They will have also access to the course tutors and a BCU award leader who will provide additional support via e-mail and\or telephone for assignments. Successful completion of a reflective diary, 3 written assignments, and a viva voce will form the basis of the award. The content of the three modules will cover both basic theory and practice of hypnosis and stress management with emphasis on theoretical underpinnings and targeting those areas where hypnotic approaches can be useful; such as anxiety and pain. The coursework will also focus on the principles and practice of stress and anxiety management for both practitioners and patients. As the course progresses more advanced techniques for specific problems will be explored and taught. You will learn through lead lectures, group discussion, practical demonstrations and guided student-to- student practice. On successful completion of the course you will have the opportunity to go on to acquire accreditation with the British Society of Clinical and Academic Hypnosis (BSCAH). You will be taught by experienced practising clinicians and academics from medicine, dentistry, psychology and nursing who are accredited by BSCAH. The course will include four two-day attendance over a 10 month period at City South Campus where full access to library, student support and simulation facilities will be available.

This award addresses the increasing evidence for the efficacy of hypnosis and provides students with a sound evidence based introduction to hypnosis, enabling students to obtain a foundation of knowledge and skills as an aid to the practice of hypnosis.

The Module Learning Outcomes are mapped to the National Occupational Standards for Hypnotherapy SFHCNH23

• Demonstrate knowledge and a systematic understanding of the underpinning historical, theoretical, and ethical principles and practice of hypnosis.

• Demonstrate the ability to critically analyse a range of hypnotherapeutic techniques and exercises to support practical application.

• Demonstrate the ability to reflect upon and critically evaluate the complex processes involved in hypnotherapy practice and communicate the findings to specialist and non specialist audiences.

Applicants must be a registrant with a professional regulatory body for example the GMC; GDC; NMC, HCPC, BaDn, BPS (Accredited) and BABCP (Accredited). If you are not registered with any of these please send your CV to Hilary Walker at bscahmidlandsbranch@outlook.com. You must have GCSE English or equivalent.