Master sleep medicine in 6 weeks.
Explore, learn, transform.
Discover the Secrets of Sound Sleep and Effective Treatments
Unlock the mysteries of sleep with our comprehensive 6-week online course on sleep medicine and technology. Dive deep into normal sleep and respiratory physiology fundamentals while exploring various sleep disorders and cutting-edge treatment solutions. Whether you're a healthcare professional or simply curious about improving your sleep quality, this course is designed for you.
Key Modules:
- Introduction to Sleep Medicine: Lay the foundation with an overview of sleep medicine.
- Respiratory Physiology: Understand the intricate mechanisms of respiratory function during sleep.
- Sleep Disordered Breathing and Comorbidities: Explore common breathing disorders and associated conditions.
- Assessing Sleep and Sleep Disorders: Learn how to assess and diagnose sleep-related issues effectively.
- Treatment of Sleep Disordered Breathing: Discover the latest treatment options for sleep apnoea.
- Non-Respiratory Sleep Disorders: Delve into other sleep-related disorders beyond breathing issues.
By the end of this course, you will:
- Develop a profound understanding of normal sleep patterns in adults and children and their impact on overall health.
- Identify various sleep disorders, including breathing problems, movement disorders, insomnia, and excessive sleepiness, along with their implications.
- Gain insights into the diverse treatment modalities available for obstructive sleep apnoea, such as CPAP, oral appliances, and conservative therapies.
- Grasp the essentials of respiratory anatomy and physiology related to conditions like nocturnal hypoventilation and their management.
Join us on this enlightening journey through sleep science and technology. Embrace the present practices and explore the promising advancements shaping the future of sleep medicine. Enrol now to awaken your knowledge and transform your approach to sleep health.
Topics
- Introduction to sleep medicine
- Respiratory physiology
- Sleep-disordered breathing and comorbidities
- Assessing sleep and sleep disorders
- Treatment of sleep-disordered breathing
- Non-respiratory sleep disorders
Learning outcomes
- Gain an understanding of normal sleep in adults and paediatrics, normal sleep processes, and the role of sleep in overall health
- Recognise and identify sleep disorders in adults and children, including sleep related breathing disorders, movement disorders, insomnia and disorders of excessive sleepiness, and the consequences thereof
- Describe the role and limitations of various treatment modalities for obstructive sleep apnoea, including CPAP, oral appliance, and conservative treatments
- Understand the relevant components of respiratory anatomy and physiology and how this applies to nocturnal hypoventilation and its treatment
Course delivery method
This six-week course includes online lectures, readings, and quizzes at a self-determined pace, with a time commitment of approximately 5-8 hours per week. Please refer to the below schedule of live Zoom sessions which will be available from 6.30pm – 7.30pm AEDT (subject to change). Zoom sessions will be recorded for later viewing.
- Wed 29 Jan – Introduction to the course, and Introduction to Paediatric sleep - 6.30pm - 7.30pm
- Wed 5 Feb – Week 1 Panel Discussion - 6.30pm - 7.30pm
- Mon 12 Feb – Week 2 Live Q&A panel session - 6.30pm - 7.30pm
- Wed 19 Feb - Week 3 Live Q&A panel session - 6.30pm - 7.30pm
- Wed 26 Feb - Week 4 Live Q&A panel session - 6.30pm - 7.30pm
- Wed 5 Mar - Week 5 Live Q&A panel session - 6.30pm - 7.30pm
- Wed 12 Mar - Week 6 Live Q&A panel session & close of course - 6.30pm-8.00pm
These dates and times are subject to change.
Course pre-requisites
This intensive introduction to sleep medicine course is essential for all newcomers and recommended for those who would like to refresh their knowledge. It can be undertaken as a standalone online course or as an introduction to the masters' degree and diploma courses in sleep medicine offered through the University of Sydney.
There is an additional face-to-face course following the 6 weeks with limited places available.
Saturday 26 July - Sunday 27 July 2025
See course page here.
Participants must have completed the 6 week online course prior to attending the in person component.
Additional Course Information
- Sleep Medicine - IP Communications, will be referenced frequently throughout the course as well as be a required reading resource. It is highly recommended that participants purchase this prior to commencing the course.
It can be purchased as an ebook or hard copy from the following online stores, Booktopia or Amazon
- The renowned, Professor Colin Sullivan, along with a team of 20 sleep professionals of varying backgrounds and specialised skills will present this course.
- This course has previously been granted 32 Continuing Education Credits for those with the RPSGT qualification, by the Australian & New Zealand Sleep Science Association, and an application for these will be made in due course.
- Around 20 highly experienced professionals will be providing lectures in their specialised field. These include, but are not limited to: Prof Brendon Yee, Prof Colin Sullivan, A/Prof Amanda Piper, Dr Kerri Melehan.
For terms and conditions, please view here
| Course fees |
| Standard |
$2,833 (incl. GST) |
| Alumni/Staff |
Please contact [email protected] |