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AIHCM - American Institute of Healthcare Management

Mini course · Foundation level

Shift Work, Sleep & Fatigue Management

Protect your sleep, your health and your patients when your work never stops.

1 hour · self-paced4 lessonsVerifiable digital credential
Enroll for $12.00Watch free lesson
Shift Work, Sleep & Fatigue Management

What is Shift Work, Sleep & Fatigue Management?

Night shifts, long hours and rotating rosters disrupt the body clock and sleep, affecting health, mood and performance. Fatigue also increases the risk of errors and drowsy driving after shifts. This course explains circadian rhythms, how fatigue affects performance, sleep strategies before and after night shifts, napping, nutrition and caffeine timing, safe travel home, and what teams and managers can do to reduce fatigue risk.

Duration
1 hour
Lessons
4
Level
Foundation
Format
Online, self-paced
Outcomes

What you'll be able to do

  • Explain how shift work disrupts circadian rhythms and sleep
  • Recognise signs of fatigue in yourself and colleagues
  • Apply sleep strategies around night shifts
  • Use strategic napping and caffeine timing effectively
  • Plan safe travel home after a long or night shift
  • Identify team and roster practices that reduce fatigue risk
Audience

Who this course is for

NursePhysicianParamedicRespiratory TherapistAllied HealthShift Supervisor
Curriculum

Course content

4 lessons · 1 hour total · free preview available

1

Your Body Clock

14 minFree preview· Course content

Circadian rhythms and shift work.

2

Fatigue and Performance

14 min· Course content

Available after you enroll.

3

Sleep and Recovery Strategies

16 min· Course content

Available after you enroll.

4

Safer Rosters and Teams

16 min· Course content

Available after you enroll.

Credential

Earn a credential employers can check

Every AIHCM credential has a unique ID that anyone can verify online in seconds.

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American Institute of Healthcare Management
Certificate of completion · Sample
Shift Work, Sleep & Fatigue Management
ID: AIHCM-SAMPLE
Issued: on completion

How it works

  1. Finish all 4 lessons at your own pace.
  2. Get your digital credential with a unique ID.
  3. Share it — employers can verify it at aihcm.us.
FAQ

Questions people ask

Is this medical advice for sleep disorders?

No. If you have persistent sleep problems, speak to your doctor or occupational health service.

Is napping on night shift safe?

Planned naps, where permitted, can reduce fatigue. The course explains how to nap effectively.

Is it useful for managers?

Yes. The final lesson covers roster design and team practices.

Does it address driving after shifts?

Yes. Drowsy driving risks and alternatives are covered.

$12.00
1 hour · credential included
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