OCN Level 6 Holistic Sleep Coaching Program

A comprehensive, evidence-based training programme for professionals supporting infant and child sleep.

Core Programme Modules

MODULE 01

Attachment

This module explores attachment as the emotional foundation of infant and child development and its relevance to sleep, regulation, and family wellbeing.

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MODULE 02

Introduction to Sleep and Family-Centred Care

This module examines the broader context of family exhaustion, acknowledging that tiredness is rarely just aboutsleep. Foundations of attachment theory and practice

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MODULE 03

Circadian Rhythms and Sleep Pressure

This module introduces the biological systems that regulate sleep-wake cycles: circadian rhythms and sleep pressure.

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MODULE 04

Sleep Cycles Across the Lifespan

This module examines the structure of sleep, from the stages within each cycle to how sleep architecture evolves from infancy through adulthood.

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MODULE 05

Sleep Hygiene, Bedtime Routines, and the Optimal Sleep Environment

This module focuses on the environmental and behavioural factors that shape sleep quality and how to support families in creating sustainable, flexible sleep habits.

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MODULE 6A

Client Experience and Customer Service

This module focuses on the client journey from first contact through to final follow-up and how to create an experience that feels professional, responsive, and supportive.

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MODULE 6B

Sleep Strategies

This module guides you through the holistic consultation process, helping you gather comprehensive information, think critically, and create collaborative, family-led sleep plans.

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MODULE 07

Child Temperament, Development, Behaviour and Parenting

This module explores how temperament, developmental shifts, and parenting approaches influence sleep across the 24-hour day.

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MODULE 08

Feeding Problems, Reflux, Colic and Wind

This module examines common feeding and digestive challenges that can significantly disrupt sleep and family wellbeing.

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MODULE 09

Food, Eating and Nutrition

This module explores how to help families build a positive, responsive, and emotionally healthy relationship with food from the start.

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MODULE 10

Allergies and Intolerance

This module helps you understand how allergies and intolerances can affect sleep, comfort, and overall wellbeing in the families you support.

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MODULE 11

Health

This module examines the impact of common acute childhood illnesses on sleep and how to support families during and after periods of ill health.

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MODULE 12

Anxiety and Sleep

This module explores the bi-directional relationship between anxiety and sleep difficulties in both adults and children.

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MODULE 13

Differences, Diversity and Disabilities

This module explores sleep challenges associated with neurodevelopmental differences, disabilities, and sensory processing needs.

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MODULE 14

Race, Health and Infant Sleep

This module examines how race, culture, lived experience, and structural inequality shape parenting practices and sleep experiences.

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MODULE 15

Building Your Holistic Sleep Coaching Business

This module provides a clear, step-by-step roadmap for building a sustainable, profitable sleep coaching business.

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MODULE 16

Communication

This module sharpens one of your most essential skills as a sleep coach: how you communicate with families.

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Supporting Resources & CPD

Quick Links

• Coaching Calls
• Holistic Community
• Frequently Asked Questions

Assignment Support

• Submission guidance

Optional Worksheets

• Reflection tools

CPD & Bonus Content

• CPD recordings
• Bonus Training