About the course

Sleep has an effect on nearly every aspect of a child’s growth, development, learning, behavior, and overall wellbeing, yet many pediatric professionals receive limited formal training in sleep. This introductory from Liz Harden course provides a practical, evidence-informed foundation for understanding pediatric sleep and supporting families through a family-centered, neurodiversity-affirming lens. Participants will explore the science behind sleep, including the biological processes that regulate sleep, key sleep hormones, sleep architecture, and changing sleep needs across developmental stages. The course then introduces the core foundations of healthy sleep, examining how schedules, routines, physical activity, environment, and emotional security contribute to restorative sleep. In the final module, learners will examine common clinical considerations, including the impact of neurodivergence on sleep and factors that may influence sleep challenges across pediatric populations. Through case-based application and practical strategies, participants will learn how to translate sleep knowledge into meaningful conversations and recommendations that support children and their families.

Meet Liz Harden

Liz Harden, MPH is the founder and lead sleep coach at Little Dipper Wellness. She holds a Master of Public Health in Health Behavior and Health Education from UNC–Chapel Hill and is a certified sleep coach and mindfulness instructor. With over a decade of experience, Liz supports families with tailored, evidence-based sleep coaching and provides education and training for pediatric providers and early intervention teams. She created this course exclusively for The Therapeutic Edge, and we're thrilled to get to learn from her!

Curriculum

4 Chapters · 29 Lessons

  1. 1

    Introduction

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      Healthy Sleep Foundations Checklist

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      Course Outline

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      Course Welcome

  2. 2

    Module 1

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      Module 1 reference sheet

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      Module 1 intro

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      Module 1.1

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      Module 1.2

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      Module 1.3

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      Module 1.4

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      Module 1.5

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      Module 1.6

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      Module 1 Quiz: The Science of Sleep

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    Module 2

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      Module 2 reference sheet

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      Module 2 Intro

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      Module 2.1

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      Module 2.2

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      Module 2.3

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      Module 2.4

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      Module 2.5

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      Module 2.6

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      Module 2.7

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      Module 2 Quiz: Healthy Sleep Foundations

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    Module 3

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      Module 3 reference sheet

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      Module 3 Intro

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      Module 3.1

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      Module 3.2

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      Module 3.3

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      Module 3.4

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      Module 3 Quiz: Clinical Sleep Considerations

Ready to support your clients by deepening your sleep knowledge?

This course is designed for pediatric therapists, educators, healthcare providers, and other professionals seeking a foundational understanding of pediatric sleep and its role in supporting child development and family wellbeing.

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