CEU Course β Helping Hands Therapy Resources
When Sleep Breaks,
Regulation Breaks
The clinical framework connecting sleep, the nervous system, and emotional regulation β and the practical strategies you can use with every family where sleep is part of the picture.
Enroll Today β $97 β14-day satisfaction guarantee on unstarted courses
1.5 hrsOn-Demand Content
0.15AOTA CEU
$97One-Time
$400Upgrade to Full CERS
Sound Familiar?
Sleep Keeps Coming Up β
and You're Not Sure What to Do With It
- Families mention sleep difficulties in almost every intake β but you weren't trained on what to do about it clinically
- Progress in therapy isn't sticking and you suspect sleep is a contributor β but you don't have the framework to confirm it
- You understand sleep matters but you don't know how to talk to parents about it in a clinically grounded way
- You've told families to "work on sleep hygiene" without a real framework for what that means neurologically
- You're not sure when to refer out β or what red flags to watch for
Sleep is not a lifestyle factor.
It is a clinical variable β and it belongs in every evaluation.
It is a clinical variable β and it belongs in every evaluation.
What You'll Learn
A Complete Clinical Framework
for Sleep & Emotional Regulation
After this course you'll understand the neuroscience, the strategies, and the language to make sleep a core part of your clinical practice.
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Why sleep IS emotional regulationHow sleep deprivation affects the amygdala, PFC, and the window of tolerance
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The polyvagal connectionWhy a child cannot fall asleep from fight-or-flight β and what changes that
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Sleep needs across developmentEvidence-based requirements by age and what we actually see in clinical populations
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5 evidence-based strategy categoriesEnvironment, deep pressure, routine, nervous system wind-down, and caregiver co-regulation
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Clinical screening toolsHow to identify when sleep is contributing to dysregulation and document it appropriately
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When to refer outRed flags for sleep-disordered breathing, night terrors, and cases that need specialist evaluation
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Caregiver regulation at bedtimeThe most overlooked sleep strategy β and why it is the most powerful one
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Parent-ready languageHow to talk about sleep with families in a way that lands and drives change
What's Inside
Course Outline
One focused hour. Everything you need to make sleep a clinical priority.
Introduction
IntroductionCourse overview, learning objectives, and how to get the most from this training
Section 1
The FoundationWhy sleep IS emotional regulation β the research, the reframe, and why sleep belongs in every clinical evaluation
Section 2
Sleep Needs By AgeEvidence-based requirements across development β and what deficits actually look like in your caseload
Section 3
Sleep and the Nervous System ConnectionPolyvagal theory, vagal tone, and why a dysregulated child literally cannot fall asleep
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Practical Strategies to Improve Sleep and RegulationSensory environment, deep pressure, bedtime routine, nervous system wind-down, and caregiver co-regulation
Section 5
When to Refer OutRed flags, sleep-disordered breathing, night terrors, and clinical decision-making
Wrap Up
Wrap Up and ResourcesKey takeaways, Sensory Sleep Auditβ’, Sleep Strategies Parent Handout, and clinical reference tools
β¬ Upgrade Path β CERS Certification
Start Here. Go Deeper When You're Ready.
This course is Module 7 of the full CERS Certification β the complete nervous system clinical framework covering sensory processing, polyvagal theory, assessment, intervention, nutrition, chronic illness, lifespan, and schools. When you're ready to go further, your $97 applies directly toward the full $497 enrollment.
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Full CERS
Email [email protected] with your purchase to apply your credit toward CERS enrollment.
What Therapists Are Saying
Game-Changing
Isn't an Overstatement
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"This course solidified the education I have and advanced my knowledge through exploring multiple facets of application. It touches on topics not talked about elsewhere β a true game changer."
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"Kathleen was able to take broad subject matters that have taken me years to learn and refine them so clearly. I now feel empowered to take action to support my children in a loving manner."
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"This course helped me understand the role of the vagus nerve in everyday life situations. Instead of just watching and feeling overwhelmed and defeated β I finally have a framework."
Enroll Today
Start Making Sleep a Clinical Priority
Sleep & Emotional Regulation β Individual Course
When Sleep Breaks, Regulation Breaks
$97 one-time
Lifetime access Β· Immediate start
- 1.5-hour on-demand course β start immediately, learn at your own pace
- Full slide deck, facilitator script, and clinical reference guide
- Sensory Sleep Auditβ’ clinical tool β ready to use in your next session
- Parent-facing Sleep Strategies Handout β share with families immediately
- Lifetime access β revisit anytime
- AOTA Approved Provider #0000001046
Want the complete framework? This course applies toward the full CERS Certification ($497). Upgrade anytime β just pay the $400 difference.
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Common Questions
FAQ
Who is this course for?
Occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, physical therapists, educators, and other professionals working with children or families where sleep and emotional regulation intersect. No prior polyvagal theory knowledge is required.
Is this AOTA approved for CEUs?
This course is offered through Helping Hands Therapy Resources, AOTA Approved Provider #0000001046. Please check current approval status at the time of purchase for specific CEU credit details.
How does the CERS upgrade work?
Your $97 purchase applies directly toward the full CERS Certification ($497). When you're ready to upgrade, email [email protected] with your purchase confirmation and you'll receive a $97 credit toward enrollment.
How long do I have access?
Lifetime access. Return to the course materials as often as you need.
What is the refund policy?
14-day satisfaction guarantee on unstarted courses. If you've started the course, please reach out to [email protected] to discuss your situation.
Ready to Start?
Make Sleep a Clinical Priority
Starting Today.
Every child whose regulation keeps slipping may have a sleep variable no one has asked about yet. This course gives you the framework to find it β and the tools to do something about it.
Enroll Now β $97 β14-day guarantee Β· Lifetime access Β· Upgrade to CERS anytime
