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Diabetes Essentials Training Course
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Interactive Video Lessons | Free E-Certificate | Tutor Support

Summary

Price
£19 inc VAT
Study method
Online, On Demand
Duration
0.5 hours · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
Certificates
  • Certification of Completion - Free
  • Reed Courses Certificate of Completion - Free
Additional info
  • Tutor is available to students

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Overview

Welcome to the Diabetes Essentials Training Course, a comprehensive online program designed to empower individuals with the knowledge and skills they need to manage diabetes effectively. Whether you're newly diagnosed, a caregiver, or a healthcare professional looking to enhance your diabetes management expertise, this course will provide you with essential information and tools.

Certificates

Certification of Completion

Digital certificate - Included

Reed Courses Certificate of Completion

Digital certificate - Included

Will be downloadable when all lectures have been completed.

Curriculum

1
section
15
lectures
0h 32m
total
    • 1: 1.Understanding Diabetes 01:54
    • 2: 2.Blood Glucose Management 02:21
    • 3: 3.Nutrition for Diabetes 02:09
    • 4: 4.Diabetes Complications 01:38
    • 5: 5.Diabetes Care in Practice 01:44
    • 6: 4.1 Aims of medication 01:14
    • 7: 4.2 Treatments for type 1 01:44
    • 8: 4.4 Glucose monitoring 01:38
    • 9: 4.Types of Treatment- Insulin & Medication 03:01
    • 10: 5.1 Eating well 02:26
    • 11: 5.2 Carbohydrate counting 01:54
    • 12: 5.Types of Treatment- Diet & Exercise 02:59
    • 13: 6.1 Driving 02:08
    • 14: 6.2 Pregnancy 02:36
    • 15: 6.4 Emotional impact 02:14

Course media

Description

Module 1: Introduction to Diabetes

- Understanding diabetes: Types, causes, and prevalence

- Risk factors and early signs

- The impact of diabetes on health and quality of life

Module 2: Diabetes Diagnosis and Monitoring

- Diagnosis methods and criteria

- Blood glucose monitoring

- A1C testing and interpretation

- Diabetes complications and prevention

Module 3: Nutrition and Meal Planning

- Balanced nutrition for diabetes

- Carbohydrate counting and glycemic index

- Meal planning and portion control

- Special considerations (e.g., diabetes and heart health)

Module 4: Medications and Insulin Therapy

- Oral medications and injectable therapies

- Insulin types, administration, and dosage

- Managing medication side effects

- Personalized treatment plans

Module 5: Physical Activity and Diabetes

- Benefits of exercise for diabetes

- Creating an exercise plan

- Managing blood glucose during physical activity

- Overcoming barriers to exercise

Module 6: Diabetes Self-Management

- Goal setting and self-monitoring

- Coping with diabetes-related stress

- Problem-solving and decision-making

- Building a support network

Module 7: Advanced Topics in Diabetes Management

- Gestational diabetes

- Diabetic emergencies and hypoglycemia

- Diabetes and other chronic conditions

- Emerging diabetes treatments and technologies

Module 8: Future Trends in Diabetes Care

- Artificial pancreas and closed-loop systems

- Telemedicine and remote monitoring

- Precision medicine and personalized care

- Research and innovation in diabetes management

Who is this course for?

  • Healthcare professionals seeking comprehensive diabetes education.
  • Individuals with personal or family history of diabetes seeking understanding.
  • Community workers aiming to raise awareness about diabetes prevention.
  • Educators planning to incorporate diabetes education into their curriculum.
  • Policy makers interested in understanding the societal impact of diabetes.

Requirements

To enrol in this Diabetes Essentials Course, students must fulfil the following requirements:

  • Good Command over English language is mandatory to enrol in our Course.
  • Be energetic and self-motivated to complete our Course.
  • Basic computer Skill is required to complete our Course.
  • If you want to enrol in our Course, you must be at least 15 years old.

Career path

  • Diabetes Specialist Nurse - £25K to 45K/year.
  • Diabetes Educator - £27K to 40K/year.
  • Public Health Officer - £28K to 45K/year.
  • Clinical Research Associate (Diabetes) - £30K to 50K/year.
  • Health Promotion Specialist - £25K to 40K/year.

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