Diabetes Awareness Training
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Diabetes Awareness Training
Duration 3 hours
For me
For teams
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100% online training
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Start when you like
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Learn on any device (desktop, mobile or tablet)
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Instant assessment and result
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1 learner per course
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Train teams of all sizes
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Bulk discounts starting at 10% off 10 courses
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Pay by invoice with 30 day payment terms available (5+ courses)
£25 +VAT
include vat
Includes a 10% discount for 10+ courses
Diabetes is a health condition that requires strict monitoring and management. While this can usually be done by the individual, it's essential that anybody who spends time with them knows how to help should it be needed.
This course teaches you about the different types of diabetes, the possible complications associated with them, and how to manage the condition to reduce the risk of these complications. By taking this training, you will have an in-depth knowledge of diabetes and be confident in offering help and support.
100% online training
Access anywhere
Same day digital certificate
Printed certificate posted next working day
Full audio voiceover
Assessment retakes at no extra cost
Developed by a qualified diabetes professional
Accredited by CPD
Bulk discount for orders of 10+ courses
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50+ courses = 20% off
100+ courses = 30% off
500+ courses = 40% off
What you'll learn
Upon completion of this course, you will understand:
- The different types of diabetes, how they are caused, and their common symptoms.
- The long-term complications of diabetes and how to prevent them.
- The short-term risks of diabetes and how to prevent and treat them.
- General recommended targets for blood glucose levels and blood pressure.
- The importance of blood glucose monitoring.
- The various forms of treatment for diabetes, including insulin, medication, diet, and exercise.
- How to manage diet by counting carbohydrates and referring to foods' glycaemic index (GI).
- How diabetes impacts on a person's day-to-day life, including driving, pregnancy, sex life, and their emotional wellbeing.
Training you can trust
Accredited by CPD
All of our courses are accredited by the CPD Certification Service as conforming to universally accepted Continuing Professional Development (CPD) guidelines.
Recommended renewal:
3 years
What does this mean? This certificate does not have an expiry date, however, based on industry best practice guidelines there is a recommended renewal period.
Engage and empower
Our in-house Learning Designers develop all of our courses to give you and your learners the most engaging training possible.
Module 1: Introduction to Diabetes
Defining diabetes, type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes, gestational diabetes, and symptoms.
Module 2: Short Term Complications
Hypoglycemia, hyperglycemia, diabetic ketoacidosis, and hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state.
Module 3: Long Term Complications
Cardiovascular disease, nephropathy, retinopathy, and neuropathy.
Module 4: Types of Treatment: Insulin & Medication
Aims of medication, treatments for type 1, treatments for type 2, glucose monitoring, finger-pricking, flash glucose monitors, insulin, administering insulin, types of medication, the honeymoon period, and primary and secondary failure.
Module 5: Types of Treatment: Diet & Exercise
Eating well, carbohydrate counting, glycaemic index, and keeping fit.
Module 6: Managing Everyday Life
Driving, pregnancy, sex life, emotional impact, and illness.
The online assessment is taken on completion of the training. You will be asked 20 multiple choice questions with a pass mark of 90%. The answers are marked automatically, so you’ll know instantly whether you have passed. If you don’t pass first time, don’t worry! You can take the test as many times as you need with no extra charge.
This course is suitable for anybody who spends time around someone with diabetes. People who would benefit from this training include:
- Teachers, teaching assistants, and teaching support staff.
- Sports coaches and group leaders.
- Gym staff.
- Care workers.
- Healthcare staff.
