Understanding and Diagnosing Common Sleep Disorders
On-Demand Pre-Recorded Training

Understanding and Diagnosing Common Sleep Disorders
Do you have clients who complain of sleep difficulties, but you feel unsure of a diagnosis and next steps? Sleep problems can both be worsened by mental health disorders and can worsen symptoms of those already diagnosed with a mental health disorder. This bidirectional relationship makes it imperative for mental health professionals to have a strong understanding of sleep disorders and treatment options.
This On-Demand training provides clinicians with an overview of common sleep disorders and dives into the diagnosis and recommended treatment options for these sleep disorders. Common disorders including sleep apnea, restless leg syndrome (RLS), periodic limb movement disorder (PLMD), narcolepsy, parasomnias, circadian rhythm disorders, and insomnia are covered in-depth. Finally, participants have an opportunity to put their knowledge to use with an examination of two case studies. One year access to training videos and materials is provided, so you can revisit the information presented to further solidify and enhance your learning experience.
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HOW IT WORKS
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Complete the course videos, quizzes, and course evaluation and then get your certificate immediately!
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Course Instructor
Virginia Runko, PhD, CBSM, DBSM
Virginia Runko, PhD, CBSM, DBSM is a licensed psychologist certified behavioral sleep medicine specialist (BSM) and diplomate. Within BSM, her specialty is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I). She completed her BSM fellowship at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. She has worked on interdisciplinary sleep medicine teams at the Johns Hopkins Center for Sleep at Howard County General Hospital, the Pulmonary and Critical Care Associates of Baltimore, and the Miami VA. During her BSM fellowship at Johns Hopkins, she also practiced BSM at an outpatient mental health clinic and was the lead therapist for an NIH-funded clinical trial of CBT-I. She worked at the Ross Center then in 2019 started her own practice, DC Psychology and Sleep Services, where she treats sleep disorders. She also provides supportive psychotherapy and conducts CBT for anxiety, depression, relationship and interpersonal difficulty, and adjustment issues in adults, including college students. In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Runko also provides consultation for clinicians working towards their certification in BSM.
Course Objectives
After attending this training, participants will be able to...
Recognize common sleep disorders including sleep apnea, RLS, PLMD, narcolepsy, parasomnias, circadian rhythm disorder, and insomnia
Recall assessment and diagnostic criteria for common sleep disorders
Summarize general sleep guidelines such as recommended sleep amounts and typical circadian rhythms
Identify recommended treatment options for common sleep disorders
Explain the 3P etiological model of insomnia, helping both clinicians and clients understand the different types of factors underlying insomnia
Restate the evidence-base for CBT-I as a front-line treatment for insomnia
Course Agenda
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CE Information
CE Credit Hour Information
National Approvals
ASWB Approved Continuing Education (ACE) Provider

Maryland CEU Institute, #1816, is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Organizations, not individual courses, are approved as ACE providers. State and provincial regulatory boards have the final authority to determine whether an individual course may be accepted for continuing education credit. Maryland CEU Institute maintains responsibility for this course. ACE provider approval period: 05/04/2023 – 05/04/2026.
Social workers completing this course receive 3.25 continuing education credits.
NBCC - National Board for Certified Counselors

Maryland CEU Institute has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No.7347. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Maryland CEU Institute is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
3.0 NBCC Self-Study CE Credit Hours
State-Level Approvals
Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners Authorized Sponsor
Maryland CEU Institute/Optimal Life Solutions, LLC is an authorized sponsor of the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners under the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene for continuing education credits for licensed social workers in Maryland and maintains full responsibility for this program. To learn more about CE requirements and Category I and II activities please visit the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners Website.
3.25 Category II Maryland Social Work CE Credit Hours
District of Columbia Board of Social Work
Maryland CEU Institute has received approval to provide continuing education credit hours through the DC Board of Social Work.
3.25 DC Social Work CE Credit Hours
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ON-DEMAND HOME-STUDY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Course Interaction & System Requirements:
This pre-recorded video-based online course is self-paced and has no real-time or live interaction (non-interactive). The course does include video-based prompts and activities to be completed in the accompanying downloadable course workbook. Course questions can be directed to info@marylandceu.com
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CE and Course Completion Requirements:
To earn the full CE Credit Hours and successfully complete this course participants are required to:
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Enroll in the course and complete the attendee attestation at the start of the course.
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Watch course videos in full and in order and complete course activities.
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Receive a passing score of at least 80% on all course quizzes. Quizzes may be retaken by participants.
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Complete the required course evaluation at the conclusion of the course.
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A code will be sent to participants who have completed the course and the evaluation. Using this code participants must complete the final Code Quiz at the end of the training to receive their certificate.
Refund and Cancellations:
To request a refund or cancellation please submit the required information through our Contact page. Customers may request a refund (minus admin fee) or credit towards another training within 14 days after course purchase AND if they have not watched/completed more than 5 videos, lessons, or activities in the course. Please visit our Terms of Service for full refund and cancellation policies.
Accommodations:
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Complaints or Grievances:
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Emailing concerns to info@marylandceu.com
An email will be sent to acknowledge receipt and complaints will be responded to within 30 days. For full MD CEU Institute Grievance policy information visit our Terms of Service page.