Optimize your sleep for peak performance. Master sleep science through bite-sized, swipeable learning tiles — designed for busy people who want to learn on the go.
This Sleep Science short course on SkillTiles breaks down everything you need to know into 10 structured milestones, each packed with bite-sized learning tiles you can swipe through in under 15 seconds each.
Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to refresh your knowledge, this online sleep science course uses AI-powered content to adapt to your learning pace. Each tile delivers a focused concept, example, or quiz — making it perfect for commutes, coffee breaks, or quick study sessions.
Covering 70 key topics across 10 milestones, this course takes you from foundations to practical application. Earn badges as you complete each milestone and track your progress on your learning dashboard.
Course Curriculum
1
Sleep Essentials
How sleep works and how to improve it
sleep cycles (REM, deep sleep)circadian rhythmblue light and melatoninideal sleep environmentcaffeine half-lifesleep debt mythnapping strategies
insomnia types and causessleep apnea awarenessrestless leg syndromedelayed sleep phaseshift work and sleepwhen to see a sleep specialistsleep study overview
4
Sleep Neuroscience
How sleep affects your brain
memory consolidation during sleepemotional processing in sleepcreativity and sleepbrain cleaning (glymphatic system)dreaming sciencesleep and learningneuroplasticity during sleep
5
Sleep Technology
Use tech to improve your sleep
sleep tracker accuracywearable comparisonsmart alarm clockswhite noise and sound machinesblue light blocking toolssleep apps reviewinterpreting sleep data
6
Sleep & Nutrition
What you eat affects how you sleep
foods that promote sleepcaffeine metabolismalcohol and sleep qualitytiming your last mealsupplements (melatonin, magnesium)hydration and sleepgut health and sleep connection
7
Sleep & Exercise
Movement patterns for better rest
exercise timing for sleeptypes of exercise and sleep qualityovertraining and insomniayoga and stretching before bedmorning light and exerciserecovery and sleep needsexercise as insomnia treatment
8
Sleep for Performance
Use sleep as a performance enhancer
sleep and athletic performancecognitive performance and sleepstrategic nappingsleep bankingtravel and jet lag managementsleep in demanding professionspower nap techniques
9
Sleep Lifestyle Design
Build a life that supports great sleep
chronotype-aligned schedulingsocial jet lagseasonal sleep changessleep and relationshipsparenting and sleepaging and sleep changescreating a sleep sanctuary
10
Sleep Mastery
Become an expert in your own sleep
personal sleep audit30-day sleep challengeadvanced relaxation techniqueslucid dreaming basicssleep optimization protocolteaching others about sleepsleep and longevity research