Foundation for Professional Development
Insomnia Essentials: Sleep Health & Insomnia Management
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Short course
Course type
6 hrs
Study time
Online
Mode of learning
6 CPD points
6 Clinical
(70% average required)
(70% average required)
Course overview
Sleep is one of the most powerful determinants of physical and mental wellbeing—yet insomnia remains one of the most under‑diagnosed and undertreated conditions in South Africa. Poor sleep affects mood, cognition, productivity, chronic disease management, and overall quality of life. For healthcare professionals, understanding how to accurately assess and manage insomnia is essential to delivering holistic, patient‑centred care. When left untreated, insomnia can worsen comorbid conditions such as anxiety and depression, increase health‑seeking behaviour, and undermine treatment outcomes across multiple clinical areas. This course gives you the skills to intervene early, effectively, and confidently.
Insomnia Essentials: Sleep Health & Insomnia Management is an immersive 6‑hour course that blends foundational science with practical clinical tools. You’ll explore sleep physiology, DSM‑5 diagnostic criteria, risk factors relevant to the South African context, and modern treatment approaches ranging from sleep hygiene and CBT‑I to rational pharmacologic prescribing. You’ll learn to use assessment tools such as the ISI, PHQ‑9, GAD‑7, sleep diaries, and structured interviewing techniques to guide accurate diagnosis and monitoring.
The course concludes with a short quiz, and achieving 70% earns you 6 HPCSA‑accredited CPD points. Equip yourself with the knowledge to improve sleep health and deliver high‑quality, evidence‑based insomnia care.
Who is this course for?
South African Doctors
Required qualification
MBCHB
Course level
Intermediate
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Why choose this course?
- Comprehensive Curriculum: Covers all key concepts and skills, ensuring a deep and thorough understanding of the subject.
- Expert Developers: Learn from industry leaders and academic experts with years of real-world experience and insight.
- Flexible Learning Options: Our online courses provide the flexibility and convenience of learning in your own time, from the comfort of your home or office.
About the academic institution
Foundation for Professional Development (FPD) is a South African Private Institution of Higher Education established in October 1997 by the South African Medical Association and has been registered with the DHET since 2002.
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Course developer
Dr Michelle Kruger is an experienced Medical Doctor with a decade of service in senior clinical and leadership roles across major international cruise lines, where she led medical teams and managed complex public health challenges including Covid‑19, Norovirus, and Influenza outbreaks. With a strong foundation in emergency, internal medicine, paediatrics, and critical care from her training in South Africa, she brings extensive expertise in evidence‑based practice, patient‑centred care, and healthcare compliance. Dr Kruger is skilled in crisis management, staff training, and fostering high‑performance clinical teams. She holds an MBChB from the University of Pretoria, a Diploma in Child Health, and multiple advanced life‑support certifications. Currently based in Genova, Italy, she continues to combine her medical expertise with a commitment to public health, safety, and service excellence.
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Student testimonials
FPD is the best learning platform I found so far. I was pleasantly surprised with the possibilities.
FPD is the best learning platform I found so far. I was pleasantly surprised with the possibilities.
FPD is the best learning platform I found so far. I was pleasantly surprised with the possibilities.
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