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Sleep Practitioner Programme

Become a Certified Child Sleep Practitioner

The Sleep Practitioner Programme is a Level 6 accredited course for those pursuing a career in child sleep consultancy.

Developed by leading experts, it provides in-depth knowledge of sleep science, behaviour, and evidence-based strategies for improving infant and child sleep.

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Key Details

  • Level: 6
  • Course Length: 16 weeks
  • Guided Learning Hours: 100
  • Course Delivery: Live Online
  • Price: £1,680
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About the Sleep Practitioner Programme

The Sleep Practitioner Programme at the London School of Childcare Studies offers an exceptional educational journey into the world of sleep science, consulting, and practice.

The programme emphasises evidence-based strategies and practical applications related to sleep behaviours, neurobiology, and effective methods for improving sleep quality. It offers a comprehensive understanding of sleep physiology, diagnostic techniques, and the development and implementation of effective solutions.

As a prospective sleep practitioner, you will gain invaluable insights and practical tools to aid those struggling with various sleep issues. This cohort-based learning experience fosters a sense of community, making learning more enjoyable and personal.

What’s Included

10 Live Weekly Expert Sessions

Learn from top sleep professionals with interactive, real-time lessons

Recorded Sessions for Review

Catch up anytime or revisit key concepts at your own pace

6 Weeks Guided Assignment Period

Complete your final work with structured support and tutor feedback

Free Enrolment onto our Startup Hub

Support for launching your sleep practice- included at no extra cost

Free Access to Reflux Course

Book onto our Reflux, Colic and Food Sensitivities course for free

Free Access to Expert Seminars

Ongoing learning from exclusive geust speakers and specialists

Course Prospectus

Explore the full course structure, what’s included, pricing details, and how this training can help you build a successful career in child sleep support.

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Course Structure

Role of the Sleep Practitioner
  • Introduction to the role and responsibilities of a sleep practitioner
  • Understanding the parental emotional state
  • Assessing child temperament
  • Navigating family dynamics
  • Recognising cultural differences
Sleep Physiology
  • Defining sleep, understanding its function, and examining the biological
    mechanisms involved in regulating sleep.
  • Exploring sleep architecture, including the different sleep stages and how sleep
    cycles through the night.
  • Explaining sleep hygiene and outlining the various aspects that contribute to it.
  • Reviewing typical sleep patterns, both during the day and at night, and exploring the causes and effects of sleep deprivation.
  • Examining tools, techniques, and objects that can be used to support sleep.

 

Healthy Sleep and Supporting Sleep

After reviewing typical sleep patterns, both during the day at night, this chapter explores the causes and effects of lack of sleep.

It then explains sleep hygiene, with all the different aspects that make up sleep hygiene.

It also looks at tools, techniques and objects that can be used to support sleep

Conditions Preventing Healthy Sleep
  • Acute illness
  • Feeding issues
  • Bedtime resistance
  • Sleep disorders
Sleep Training Techniques
  • Exploring if a sleep technique intervention is appropriate or necessary.
  • Various techniques, ranging from more intensive to gentler approaches:
    • Crying
    • Fading
    • No Cry
  • Techniques that can be used with older children
Strategies
  • Gathering data
  • Assessment – identifying likely causes
  • Developing solutions
  • Putting together sleep plans
  • Implementation
Special Cases
  • Addressing the needs of premature infants
  • Supporting children with autism
  • Managing sleep in children with ADHD
  • Understanding other syndromes
  • Working with multiples (e.g. twins or triplets)

 

Employability

Preparing for a career as an independent consultant:

  • Strategic planning
  • Setting up your business
  • Developing and growing your business

 

Course Trainers

Dr Ana Brito

Clinical sleep physiologist and Sleep Practitioner

Kris Kasperkiewicz

Biologist and nutritionist

Julie Heginbottom

Sleep Practitioner, Maternity Nurse and Assessor

Lorna Jay Saunders

Childminder and entrepreneur

Rozanne Hay

Paediatric nurse and sleep practitioner

    Further Details

    Course Price

    The full fee for the programme is £1,680.

    Entry onto the programme can be bought either as a one time up front payment, or through instalments (across 12 months).

    Instalments: Spread the cost when you opt for our instalment plan – pay an initial £140 registration fee, followed by 11 further monthly payments of £140 (total £1680 – zero interest).

    Pay upfront: Alternatively, you can pay the whole fee up front. If you book more than 1 month ahead, you will benefit from a discount of £45.

    Course Duration
    The programme spans 3 months and includes 10 weekly live and interactive sessions, along with a dedicated block of 6 weeks after the final live session in order to complete assignments.
    Course Location
    Live remote training in our virtual classroom.
    Course Delivery
    The course is delivered live in our virtual classroom through a series of weekly sessions, allowing for maximum student participation and interaction. Sessions are recorded, so students can watch them again, or catch up should they miss a session. Attendance is encouraged, but not mandatory to complete the course. Each cohort is also invited to join a private support group, which facilitates interaction with other students and the Sleep Practitioner Programme team outside of the live sessions.
    Prerequisites

    This programme draws on prior understanding and experience of baby and child sleep so learners should have significant experience of working with both babies and children.

    How will I be assessed?

    You will receive details of assignments at the start the programme, along with details of the submission deadline. This will be 6 weeks after the final live session.

    Once tour submission has been reviewed and marked, you will be given feedback. Should your work not meet the mark to pass the course, you will be given an opportunity to resubmit your work. Once your written work has passed, you will be invited for a 30 minute viva, an oral assessment with our trainers.

     

    Extensions: If you are unable to complete your assignments within the given timeframe, you may apply for an extension by providing a detailed explanation of your circumstances.

    Accreditation
    The course is accredited by OCN (Credit4Learning), at level 6.
    Who is this course suitable for?

    While the primary focus is on those aiming to become competent sleep practitioners, this programme is ideal for a wide range of healthcare professionals, including Maternity Nurses, Health Visitors, Mental Health Practitioners, Occupational Therapists, Early Years Educators, and anyone interested in adopting a holistic approach to children’s well-being.

    About a third of our students are parents who have faced sleep challenges first-hand and wish to gain knowledge to support other parents. These individuals often bring valuable compassion and insight to the programme.

     

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    More Than a Course…

    Your Sleep Course enrollment includes three powerful resources — completely free — to help you succeed:

    Expert Seminars

    • The London School of Childcare Studies is committed to providing valuable content to our learners. That’s why we offer a series of short seminars covering a range of topics within the childcare industry, presented by experts in their fields.
    • Join live sessions or watch recordings at your convenience. Plus, with at least one new expert seminar every month, you’ll have ongoing opportunities to refresh your knowledge and stay up to date.
    Expert Seminars

    Startup Hub Programme

    • Designed for our learners and graduates, but open to all, the Start Up Hub offers expert-led training for anyone looking to build a successful, sustainable career in the childcare sector.
    • Whether you’re launching a new childcare service, growing an existing practice, or strengthening your professional journey, this programme equips you with the core skills, knowledge, and support to move forward with confidence.
    Startup Hub
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    Reflux, Colic and Food Sensitivities

    • Gain a clear understanding of reflux, colic, and food sensitivities—common but often misdiagnosed conditions in infants.

    • This is a live, expert-led workshop that will help you recognise symptoms, respond effectively, and know when to refer.

    • Delivered live online over 3 hours, it complements our Nutrition for the Childcare Practitioner series, including Fussy Eating, Healthy Eating in Children and Starting Solids

    Reflux, Colic and Food Sensitivities
    As a sleep practitioner student, you get access to all of these at no extra cost — so you get more support, more insight, and better results.

    We’ve proudly helped thousands of students enhance their careers

    See Our Reviews!

    What I Loved:

    • I truly appreciated the involvement of multiple instructors who shared practical, real-life examples.
    • The chance to ask questions during the sessions was precious and helped clarify the material.
    • The course content itself was phenomenal—practical, realistic, and beneficial for families.
    • It’s the kind of knowledge I believe every family should have, as it addresses such a crucial topic with a modern and supportive approach.
    • The course’s philosophy of supporting and empowering families is outstanding. In my experience, many parents struggle alone, and sometimes just a little guidance can significantly improve sleep challenges.

    I also want to highlight the exceptional support and feedback from Julie and Kris during the written and oral exams. Their feedback was the most supportive and constructive I’ve ever received, and it made the entire process an incredibly positive experience for me.

    – Dorottya P.

    I had a great experience! I found a course that not only addressed the science behind sleep problems but also gave me the insights I was looking for. It can be tough to find reliable, research-backed resources for sleep, so it’s great that LSCS delivered.

    – Samera S.

    Last year I completed the Sleep Practitioners course and found it very interesting and helpful. It was great that LSCS followed it up to try and get more business by offering 2 coaching sessions.

    – Jennifer B.

    I found the course very informative, all the tutors were very knowledgeable and approachable, worked well doing the course via zoom

    – Rachel L.

    I really enjoy the format of the lesson, and assessment, as this put you to work in the research to found solutions and this create a great habit in wanting to learn more and more. This actually put yourself to create your unique way to learn and be confident in your decision when you will use the notions you did learn in the practicality of the job.
    Highly recommend

    – Tami W.

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