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Professional associations and governmental authorities
Several types of organizations exist to further the professionalism and regulation of practicing hypnotists. For example, professional associations typically offer opportunities for collegial exchanges and professional development in general and/or specialized areas of hypnosis. They also may establish codes of conduct and standards for various certification programs. They may offer such certification programs directly or approve third-party programs. Organizations not affiliated with any professional association may offer their own certificates as well.

Governmental authorities, such as state licensing agencies, may establish minimum requirements for credentials that must be earned before one may practice hypnosis within their jurisdiction. Such credentials typically are called certificates or licenses. Some noteworthy examples of professional associations and governmental authorities that offer certification and/or licensure in hypnosis follow.

Professional associations

 * American Board of Medical Hypnosis
 * American Council of Hypnotist Examiners
 * American Hypnosis Board for Clinical Social Work
 * American Psychological Association, Division 30 Psychological Hypnosis
 * American Psychotherapy and Medical Hypnosis Association
 * American Society of Clinical Hypnosis
 * British Association of Therapeutical Hypnotists
 * Council of Professional Hypnosis Organizations (International)
 * National Board for Certified Clinical Hypnotherapists (USA)
 * National Guild of Hypnotists (USA)
 * Professional Board of Hypnotherapy (Canada)
 * Society of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis (USA)

Governmental authorities

 * Florida statute
 * Indiana Hypnotist Committee