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The Sleep Course

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Three things you can count on.

A CPD-accredited Mini MBA.

Real proof, real progress. Signed, dated, and easy to track.

Marked by humans, not bots.

A real person checks what you write and follows up, usually within 24 hours.

Personalised to your role.

Every lesson is adjusted for your work, so you can actually use it straight away on Monday.

About this course

Sleep matters a lot. Like, seriously a lot. That's why we've turned this tiny course into a free masterclass.

Most of us spend around 36% of our lives asleep, but honestly, very few people can explain why it's so important or how to get it right.

Think about last week. Did you sleep enough? And when you woke up, can you remember feeling properly refreshed, without needing an alarm to get you going?

If your answer is 'no' to either of those, don't worry. You're not the only one.

We teamed up with Simba Sleep and two of the top sleep specialists in the world to create this short, focused class. The goal is simple: help you sleep better tonight, and feel more like yourself when you wake up.

Poor sleep can quietly mess with your health, weight, mood, memory, and even your sex drive. So yeah, it's worth understanding.

Sleep is one of those rare 'miracle' foundations. It supports almost everything else you do.

If you do just one thing this year, go ahead and sign up. Learn how to get a better night's sleep starting now.

What you'll learn:

A clear look at the science behind sleep
Simple ways to improve your sleep
The most effective sleeping positions
How to tell whether you're more of a morning person or a night owl
What to do when sleep just won't come

Who's it for

Designed around real people.

Especially if you're a:

Anyone who wants to sleep better

A peek behind the curtain.

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Inside a lesson

Short, engaging lessons that actually feel like a story, not a lecture. About 15 minutes each. You'll watch, read, and wrap it up with a question so you know the idea stuck.

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AI personalisation

Built around your day-to-day role and the goals you care about. Tell us what you do and what you want to improve. Every lesson is rewritten with practical takeaways for your specific job. The frameworks and data stay the same, but the examples are made for you.

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Real feedback

You're not doing this alone. Some of the questions get checked by a real person from our team. If you need guidance, you'll get it. Feeling stuck? We're also happy to jump on a quick call.

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The certificate

A certificate you'll want to keep. CPD-accredited, signed, dated, and trackable. Plus, our completion rate is above 80%, compared to an industry average that's usually around 10%.

42courses vs typical online courses.

Feature	42courses	Typical platform
Marking & feedback by real people	Within 24 hours	Auto-quiz only
Personalised by role & sector	AI rewrites every lesson	Same content for everyone
Taught by working practitioners	The people who wrote the book	Often academics or actors
Average completion rate	Over 80%	5 to 15% (industry average)
CPD-accredited Mini MBA certificate	Every course	Sometimes
30-day money back, no questions	If you aren't happy, we aren't	Usually a 7-day refund window

Questions you might be pondering.

It's roughly eight hours of learning total, broken into bite-sized lessons that are around 15 minutes each. Most learners wrap it up in about two weeks, but there's no strict deadline. You can also pause whenever life or work gets in the way.

No, not at all. We start from the basics and build as you go. You'll get a fresh way to think about the subject, with insights drawn from some of the best voices in the field. Whether you're completely new or you've been doing this for years, you'll still get value.

Each lesson ends with a short question to check you've understood it. For select questions, our team manually marks your answers. If you need a bit of direction, a real person will respond with helpful notes. And if you ever feel stuck or just want to talk it through, we're always glad to hop on a call.

From the moment you enrol, you've got 30 days to request a full refund. No awkward interviews, no weird back and forth. Just tell us you're not feeling it and we'll sort it. We usually reply within 24 hours, sometimes faster. If you're not happy, we won't be either.

The books cover the science. This course is where the learning actually lands in your life and work. It's tailored to your role and goals, so you leave each lesson with practical, personalised takeaways you can use right away.

Yes. Learners have used it across tech, healthcare, retail, banking, government, charities, and education. Because every lesson is personalised for your role and goals, the examples and activities reflect your real situation.

Most learning and development budgets can cover it comfortably. If you need one, we can provide a VAT-friendly invoice on request. Just email us at groundcontrol@42courses.com. For groups of 10 or more, check out Team plans.

Yes. It's a CPD-accredited certificate, recognised across the UK and internationally for continuing professional development. You'll get it personalised with your name, signed, dated, and trackable. Add it to LinkedIn, your CV, your performance review, or wherever you keep your achievements.

Tools You'll Explore

Simba

Simba isn't just another mattress brand. We focus on the science of sleep and are always experimenting with ways to improve bedtime. Our mission is to bring the value of sleep back into the spotlight and help people wake up feeling like winners. Website : simbasleep.com

Hope Bastine

With a background spanning anatomy, physiology, neuroscience, and psychology, Hope Bastine leads the wellbeing side as Simba's in-house psychologist and mindfulness specialist. She brings plenty of experience and is a recognised sleep consultant, with contributions across articles, conferences, and events. Twitter : @fpwellbeing

Dr. Jim Brown

Dr. Brown is a consultant physician with more than 20 years of experience, specialising in respiratory and sleep medicine. He's particularly interested in how sleep affects elite performance. Website : Centre for Health and Human Performance

What we'll cover, in order.

An Introduction to Sleep

Understand the history of sleep and the science behind why we do it. How much sleep do we really need? How does age affect our sleeping habits?

Why do we sleep?

The Five Stages of Sleep

How much sleep do we need?

Sleep in Today's World

Understand all about sleep in the context of today’s fast-paced world. How to beat jet-lag and the power of napping.

Sleep and the Modern Lifestyle

The Power of Napping

Chronotypes

Sleep and Travel

How to improve your sleep

This chapter looks at ways to improve your sleep. What are the practical tips and techniques you can employ to help you get a better night’s rest?

The ideal conditions for sleep

Sleeping positions

What to do when you can't sleep

Certification Process

Complete all the classes

Attend classes, ask questions, and finish your homework. We check your activity and support your learning journey every step of the way.

Get the Summary Notes

Receive high-quality supporting documents, summary notes, and recommended readings. Ensure you have access to all tools and resources.

Complete 100% Impact

Complete the final assessment to validate your learning. Earn your certificate and share your achievement with your professional network!

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