The RISE Academy
Training the next generation of family-support professionals who lead with connection, not control.
You know families deserve better than one-size-fits-all advice.
Maybe you're already working with families and feeling the disconnect between what you were taught and what you believe.
Or maybe you're dreaming of a career where you get to support parents in a way that actually feels aligned—where you don't have to choose between effective and compassionate.
Either way, you're here because:
You believe support should honor intuition, not override it
You want to help families holistically, not just "fix" one isolated issue
You crave a framework that blends attachment science, nervous-system work, and real-world application
You're ready to learn an approach that feels as good as it works
What if you could be certified in an approach that feels aligned and is effective?
That's exactly why RISE exists.
What Makes RISE Different?
The RISE Academy isn't just another certification program. It's a transformational training that teaches you to support families through a nervous-system–informed, attachment-safe, whole-family lens.
We don't teach you to get babies to sleep through the night at all costs.
We teach you to help families find sustainable rhythms that honor connection, development, and emotional safety.
We don't train you to follow rigid protocols.
We train you to think critically, attune deeply, and adapt your approach to each unique family.
The RISE Framework: Regulate. Integrate. Support. Empower.
This is the foundation of everything we do—and everything you'll learn to bring to the families you serve.
Who Is RISE For?
If you work with families—or want to—this training will transform how you show up.
Sleep consultants ready to move beyond cry-it-out and embrace a gentler, more holistic approach
Parent coaches who want to add sleep and nervous-system expertise to their toolkit
Doulas looking to support families beyond birth and into the postpartum fog
Lactation consultants who see how sleep and feeding are deeply intertwined
Nannies & newborn care specialists wanting professional credentials and deeper training
Educators & therapists seeking to understand child development through a regulation lens
Nurses
Parents
Anyone called to support families in a way that feels aligned, compassionate, and effective
Two Pathways to Certification
We designed RISE with flexibility in mind. Whether you're just starting out or ready to go all-in, there's a path that fits.
RISE Certified Sleep Consultant
Perfect for: Those wanting to launch a sleep consulting practice with a nervous-system informed foundation.
What You'll Learn:
Developmentally appropriate, attachment-safe sleep strategies
How to assess family needs through a nervous-system lens
Practical tools for newborn through toddler sleep challenges
How to support parents without shame, pressure, or rigid timelines
Business basics to launch your practice with confidence
Investment: $3,750
Timeline: [X weeks/months - self-paced with live support]
Outcome: Certified to support families with sleep challenges using the RISE Method
RISE Practitioner
Perfect for: Those called to deeper transformational work with families—beyond sleep and into emotional regulation, behavior, and family dynamics.
What You'll Learn:
Everything in the Sleep Consultant certification, PLUS:
Advanced parent coaching techniques
Trauma-informed strategies for working with families
Child-centered play practices and interventions
How to support emotional regulation, sibling dynamics, and challenging behaviors
Tools to guide parents through identity shifts, attachment repair, and breaking generational cycles
Investment: $6,250 ($3,750 base certification + $2,500 practitioner training)
Timeline: Self-paced + Live Classes weekly; 4-6 month completion
Outcome: Certified to offer sleep support on a deeper level
Already Sleep Certified Elsewhere?
RISE Practitioner Training (Standalone): $2,500
If you're already a certified sleep consultant but want to deepen your skills and expand your practice, you can enroll in just the Practitioner Training.
This advanced training gives you the tools to move beyond sleep-only support and step into holistic family coaching.
Not Sure Which Path to Choose?
Start with the RISE Certified Sleep Consultant program, then upgrade to Practitioner later for $2,500.
(Save $500 by bundling from the start—but we understand if you want to start smaller and grow into it.)
What Happens After Certification?
You're not just getting a certificate. You're joining a community.
Once you complete RISE, you have options for how you want to build your business:
Option 1: Launch Your Own Independent Practice
Take everything you've learned and build your business your way. You'll graduate with the skills, confidence, and framework to serve families under your own brand.
Option 2: Independent Practice + Ongoing Mentorship
Launch your own business but stay connected with monthly mentorship from Manu, ongoing support, and access to exclusive continuing education workshops.
*Monthly mentorship fee applies.
Option 3: Work Under an Established Brand
Join the Rooted Connections Collective team and work under either Beyond Birth Basics or Rooted Connections Coaching.
What you get:
Free ongoing mentorship with Manu
Access to monthly workshops and continuing education credits
Future certifications and training at no additional cost
The backing and credibility of an established brand
Support with client acquisition, marketing, and business systems
This option is perfect for: New practitioners who want the security of an established brand while they build confidence, experience, and income.
Why Train With RISE?
Because the world needs practitioners who see families as whole humans—not problems to fix.
Because sleep isn't just about sleep. Behavior isn't just about compliance. Parenting isn't just about following steps.
It's about connection. Regulation. Safety. Trust.
And you deserve training that reflects that.
““This training didn’t just teach me skills—it transformed how I see families, how I see myself, and how I show up in this work.””
Frequently Asked Questions
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A: No! RISE is designed for both newcomers and experienced professionals. We'll meet you where you are.
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A: RISE is a comprehensive certification program through Rooted Connections Collective. While we are not accredited by external bodies, our framework is grounded in evidence-based research and recognized within the holistic parenting support community.
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A: Yes! The program is self-paced with live mentorship sessions and ongoing support throughout your training.
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A: Perfect! You can enroll in just the Practitioner Training ($2,500) to add advanced family support skills to your practice.
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A: Monthly group coaching calls, case consultation, business support, and access to continuing education resources. This is optional and available after certification.
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A: Yes! This is a unique opportunity for graduates who want the support and credibility of an established practice while building their confidence and client base. You'll keep 70% of revenue and receive ongoing free training and mentorship.