EthnoPsychology Practitioner Training (D.Epp)
Accredited by EPASA — Recognised for Professional Listing
Overview
The EthnoPsychology Practitioner (D.Epp) training program is a specialised professional pathway in complementary psychological therapy, combining hypnotherapy, cultural psychology, and ethnobotanical knowledge into one unified discipline. This certification is designed for those who want to work deeply with the subconscious, ancestral memory, trauma release, and alternative healing systems that respect both mind and culture.
Course Structure: EthnoMedicine Practitioner (D.Emed)
| Unit | Course Title | Days | Class Hours | Home & Practical | Total Hours | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 101 | Healing & Coaching 1 – Basic Hypnosis | 4 | 32 | 68 | 100 | R 4,800 |
| 103 | Advanced Trance State Therapy – Advanced Hypnosis | 4 | 32 | 68 | 100 | R 4,800 |
| 104 | Trance Therapy – Hypnoanalysis 1 | 4 | 32 | 68 | 100 | R 4,800 |
| 105 | Trance Therapy – Hypnoanalysis 2 | 6 | 48 | 52 | 100 | R 4,800 |
| 106 | Ethnopsychology | 4 | 32 | 68 | 100 | R 4,800 |
| 120 | Herbs & Ethnobotany 1 | 4 | 32 | 68 | 100 | R 4,800 |
| 120 | Herbs & Ethnobotany 2 | 4 | 32 | 68 | 100 | R 4,800 |
| 120 | Herbs & Ethnobotany 3 | 4 | 32 | 68 | 100 | R 4,800 |
| 120 | Herbs & Ethnobotany 4 | 4 | 32 | 68 | 100 | R 4,800 |
| 120 | Herbs & Ethnobotany 5 | 4 | 32 | 68 | 100 | R 4,800 |
| 120 | Herbs & Ethnobotany 6 | 4 | 32 | 68 | 100 | R 4,800 |
| – | TOTAL | 46 | 368 | 732 | 1100 | R 52,800 |
Please Note: This is not a SAQA-registered qualification. TransLife offers specialised vocational training programs and professional upgrade courses designed specifically for listing and recognition by EPASA and HEPASA.
Key Highlights
Internationally transferrable qualification via the IMDHA framework
Culturally-integrated training blending hypnosis, trance therapy, ethnopsychology, and herbal support
Globally recognized skills suitable for therapeutic, coaching, or mental wellness careers
Practical studio experience with instructor feedback and trance therapy exercises
Application Checklist
✅ ID / Passport Copy
✅ Completed Application Form
✅ Full Payment or Payment Plan Setup
✅ Signed Student Agreement
✅ Prior Learning Record (if applying for RPL consideration)
Admission Criteria
Age: 21+ recommended
No formal degree required
Basic literacy in English and one local language preferred
Prior experience in herbalism, coaching, or alternative health is helpful but not required
Course Objectives
By the end of the course, students will:
Master the use of medicinal herbs through six levels of Ethnobotany
Understand the diagnostic principles of Iridology
Apply traditional principles in practical healing environments
Qualify for official listing as a D.Emed practitioner on EPASA’s directory
Assessment & Certification
Requirements for Certification:
Full attendance of all modules
Completion of all practical and home study hours
Submission of a portfolio including assignments, herb samples, and case studies
Final interview or practical demonstration may be required for verification
Successful graduates will receive:
A Certificate of Competence as an EthnoMedicine Practitioner (D.Emed)
Eligibility for listing with EPASA and/or HEPASA
Registration & Accreditation
Upon full completion of the EthnoMedicine program, students may apply for registration through:
EPASA (Ethnomedicine & Ethnopsychology Association of South Africa)
www.epasa.orgHEPASA (Hypnotherapy & Iridology Association of South Africa)
www.ethnomedicinepractitioners.com
These bodies maintain professional standards and public registers for practicing holistic therapists. While Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is considered in rare cases, EPASA requires uniform, up-to-date training through accredited pathways to maintain integrity and quality in the field.
⚠️ Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is available in rare cases only.
Why Train Through TransLife?
Only students trained and qualified by TransLife will be eligible for official listing on the EPASA or HEPASA websites. These listings include a verified personal practitioner profile, which publicly identifies your credentials as:
- EthnoMedicine Practitioner, D.Emed
- EthnoPsychology Practitioner, E.Epp (if EthnoPsychology pathway is completed)
This provides immediate credibility and recognition in the field of holistic, traditional, and complementary medicine within South Africa.
Key Benefits
- No prior degree required
SA-relevant traditional and practical knowledge - EPASA-endorsed and accredited pathway
- Upgrade options to include EthnoPsychology (E.Epp) or Iridology listing
- Designed for practitioners, herbalists, and health coaches seeking formal legitimacy