If you're outside the US and limiting your program search to only local options, this episode is for you. I'm breaking down the biggest myth holding international women back from choosing the RIGHT program: the belief that a certification program needs to be based in your country to work for you. The truth? The location of your program doesn't matter—the quality, international recognition, and support structure does.







In This Episode, You'll Learn:







→ Why limiting yourself to local programs might mean settling for less rigorous training and no business support







→ What actually matters when choosing a certification program (hint: it's not geography)







→ The three elements that make ANY program work for international students—and why most programs miss the mark







→ Real student story: How a Mandarin-speaking student in Australia researched local programs but chose ours instead—and why it was the best decision







→ Why international accreditation gives you MORE credibility than a local program with no global standards







→ How to evaluate whether a program can truly support you across time zones (with real examples from students in China and Australia)







→ The difference between old-model certification programs that force everyone into the same schedule vs. flexible programs designed for real life







Key Takeaways:







✓ You don't need a program based in your country—you need a program with internationally recognized credentials that parents worldwide trust







✓ Less than 50% of our students are US-based—thriving sleep consultants are building businesses in the UK, China, Australia, Canada, Morocco, and beyond







✓ International Recognition + Flexible Structure + Global Support = Location-Independent Sleep Consulting Business







✓ Stop limiting your options based on where a program is located—start evaluating based on quality, standards, and support







✓ The "safe" choice of a local program might actually be limiting your credibility and boxing you into a business that doesn't travel with you







Resources Mentioned:









The Cradle Coach Academy enrollment options: thecradlecoachacademy.com







International Association for Sleep Consulting—the only international body that does thorough review and upholds high educational standards