Hypnotherapy Certification · Head-to-head
UK College of Hypnosis & Hypnotherapy (Hypno-CBT) vs Institute of Interpersonal Hypnotherapy
UK College of Hypnosis & Hypnotherapy (Hypno-CBT)
Editorial score · Higher overall
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Institute of Interpersonal Hypnotherapy
Editorial score
Scores by criterion
| Criterion | UK College of Hypnosis & Hypnotherapy (Hypno-CBT) | Institute of Interpersonal Hypnotherapy |
|---|---|---|
| Curriculum (25%) | 9.5/10 ✓ | 8.9/10 |
| Credibility (25%) | 9.5/10 ✓ | 8.9/10 |
| Value (20%) | 7.8/10 | 7.8/10 |
| Flexibility (15%) | 8.4/10 | 8.4/10 |
| Support (15%) | 9.5/10 ✓ | 8.4/10 |
| Overall | 9.0/10 | 8.5/10 |
Key facts side by side
| UK College of Hypnosis & Hypnotherapy (Hypno-CBT) | Institute of Interpersonal Hypnotherapy | |
|---|---|---|
| Program | UK College of Hypnosis & Hypnotherapy Level 5 Hypno-CBT Diploma | Institute of Interpersonal Hypnotherapy Certified Hypnotherapist (300-Hour Package) |
| Payment plans | 12-month payment plan | Financing through TFC Tuition Financing at 6% APR, from $99/month |
| Duration | 12-month program; online or blended, with 18 hours of one-to-one tutoring | 300-hour package; 500+ hour full diploma |
| Format | Hybrid | Hybrid |
| Accreditation | Level 5 Diploma, NCFE-accredited Customised Qualification; approved through the British Psychological Society CPD Quality Mark Scheme | Diploma in Hypnotherapy licensed by the Department of Education (state-licensed school) |
| Certificate | Level 5 Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapy (Hypno-CBT) | Certified Hypnotherapist (IAIH certification after the 300-hour program) |
Highlighted cells mark the better value for that row (higher score, lower starting price). “—” means not published or not yet checked. Data checked from October 5, 2026.
Our verdict
Choose UK College of Hypnosis & Hypnotherapy (Hypno-CBT) if…
Students outside the US or UK who want an evidence-based, externally accredited hypnotherapy diploma with substantial one-to-one tutoring.
It scores higher on curriculum, credibility and support.
Choose Institute of Interpersonal Hypnotherapy if…
Students who want a state-licensed hypnotherapy diploma with clinical and transpersonal tracks, online or hybrid.