The First and Only Certification of Its Kind—Globally
Launch date: September 15, 2025 • Format: 100% online • Length: ~40 hours • Tuition: $1,199
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Why this program and why now
Sleep challenges for kids and teens are rising—screens, school pressure, puberty, anxiety, social stressors, and family dynamics all collide at bedtime. Band-aid tips aren’t enough.
The International Parenting & Health Institute (IPHI) is once again pioneering a solution: the Holistic Children & Teen Sleep Coach Certification (ages 4–17)—a comprehensive, trauma-informed program that blends sleep science, developmental psychology, family systems, and real-world disruptors (bullying, menstruation, gaming, pornography exposure, identity stress, and more). You’ll learn to design age-specific, root-cause sleep plans using the Holistic Science of Sleep Method™.
IPHI: The Original. The Pioneer. The Standard.
Our pioneering track record in parenting and health education:
2009: First Baby Planner Certification program
2011: First Holistic Pregnancy & Child Sleep Consultant Certification
2013: First Holistic Pre- & Postnatal Nutrition Coach program
2015: First Integrative Adult Sleep Coach Certification
2009–today: Global impact across 70+ countries, trusted by medical and therapy professionals
We’re proud that many in the field draw inspiration from our work, proof of IPHI’s leadership and lasting influence.
[Testimonials] • [Star Graduates]
Program snapshot
Who it’s for: Coaches/consultants, educators, therapists, health pros, school counselors, parent advocates
Delivery: On-demand video modules, downloadable tools, guided case studies
Support: Optional live mentorship/Q&A, lifetime community access
Assessment: Final certification project (2 case studies + sleep plan, reflective journal, coaching video/live session)
CEUs: Available where applicable
Bonus credit: Receive your full tuition ($1,199) as credit toward the 120-hour Integrative Adult Sleep Coach Certification if you continue later
What you’ll learn (ages 4–17)
Developmental sleep science from early childhood through late adolescence
Puberty & hormones, circadian timing, melatonin/light, school pressures
Digital realities: screen time, gaming, competitive stress, online content
Real-world disruptors: bullying, pornography exposure, menstruation, identity stress
Family dynamics: parent burnout, regulation, communication patterns
Nutrition & the gut–brain axis (triggers, timing, routines)
Neuroscience-informed tools for emotional regulation & nervous system support
Motivational interviewing and trauma-informed language (parents, kids & teens)
Ethics & scope of practice; collaboration with healthcare when indicated
Coaching vs. consulting and building tailored, child/teen-specific sleep plans
Real case studies + ready-to-use client scripts, assessments, and handouts
Why this certification is different
Most offerings stop at routines and screen limits. We go deeper—root-cause, evidence-based, and holistic:
Beyond “sleep training”: tools that honor the emotional, developmental, environmental, and physiological layers of sleep
Trauma-informed and family-centered: work with, not on, children and teens
Practical + ethical: clear scope, referral pathways, and collaborative care standards
This isn’t a band-aid. It’s a blueprint for real, sustainable change.
Curriculum overview
Developmental sleep science (4–17)
Sleep hygiene, light/melatonin, circadian health
School demands, emotional growth, puberty & hormones
Bullying, pornography exposure, identity & social stress
Gaming and competitive pressure
Aggression/violence in the home; safety & referrals
Parent regulation & family systems coaching
Nutrition, timing, and food triggers
Coaching vs. consulting; age-appropriate plans
Holistic Science of Sleep Method™ (root-cause discovery)
Ethics, scope, and trauma-informed language
Motivational interviewing for families
Real-life case studies and client tools
What’s included
100% online, self-paced video modules
Downloadable PDFs, assessments, checklists, and client scripts
Guided case studies and practical templates
Optional live mentorship/Q&A
Final assessment + Certification of Completion (CEUs where applicable)
Lifetime access and ongoing IPHI community/pro development
Enroll Now → https://parentinghealthinstitute.com/holistic-children-teen-sleep-coach-certification-program/
Tuition & savings
Investment: $1,199
Bonus credit: Your full tuition ($1,199) counts as a credit toward IPHI’s 120-hour Integrative Adult Sleep Coach Certification or 125-hour Holistic Pregnancy & Child Sleep Consultant Certification.
About the instructor: Mar De Carlo
Founder & CEO, IPHI • Creator, Holistic Science of Sleep Method™ • Author, Awakening Through Sleep
Mar De Carlo is an international educator, author, and mentor with 27+ years of coaching experience. She has pioneered multiple first-in-the-world training programs, guided thousands of professionals across 70+ countries, and is known for innovative, evidence-based, integrative curriculum that transforms families and the professionals who serve them.
[Awakening Through Sleep book] • [IPHI homepage]
FAQs
Is this “sleep training”?
No. It’s a holistic, root-cause certification that integrates biology, psychology, environment, and family systems with ethical scope and referral pathways.
Do I need a clinical license?
No clinical license is required. You’ll learn clear scope of practice and when to collaborate or refer to medical/mental-health providers.
How long does it take to complete?
Most learners complete the core modules and final project in ~40 hours, self-paced.
Will I get CEUs?
CEUs are available where applicable. Details provided upon enrollment.
Is there live support?
Yes—optional live mentorship/Q&A plus ongoing community access.
What if I want to specialize further?
Your full tuition ($1,199) counts as a credit toward IPHI’s 120-hour Integrative Adult Sleep Coach Certification.
Ready to lead the next evolution of child & teen sleep support?
If you believe mental health and sleep are deeply connected, and families deserve more than quick fixes, join us.
