Diabetes Awareness Training

Duration 3 hours

CPD Approved
Diabetes Awareness
For me
For teams
  • 100% online training

  • Start when you like

  • Learn on any device (desktop, mobile or tablet)

  • Instant assessment and result

  • 1 learner per course

  • Train teams of all sizes

  • Bulk discounts starting at 10% off 10 courses

  • 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

Learn at your own pace with no completion deadlines

Developed by a qualified diabetes professional

Accredited by CPD

Bulk discount for orders of 10+ courses

Bigger orders = bigger discounts

Save on our courses when you buy more training upfront. Lock in a better price now and access the training whenever you need to. You can mix and match any of our courses too and get the discount off your whole order.

10+ courses = 10% off
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

  • Course Content
  • Assessment
  • Suitable for

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.

Frequently asked questions

How do I access the training?

All of our training is done within your web browser - there are no apps to download or software to install.

After picking the courses you need and completing your purchase, you will receive a confirmation email. To access our courses yourself or to distribute them to others you just need to click the ‘Get Started’ button within the email and select which option you want. You will then be able to add the course(s) into an existing account, or create a new account.


Can I buy training for my team?

Of course just add the amount of courses you need and follow the purchase process. Please do be aware that it is one course per learner so they will all need their own course.

When buying courses for a team you'll also get access to our Management Suite free of charge. This is a tool that will allow you to allocate, track and review the training of your team.

Did you know? - We offer free training sessions on how to get the most from your Management Suite. To benefit from this, please contact: managersupport@highspeedtraining.co.uk to get your session booked in.


If I order multiple courses will I receive any discount?

Yes, our bulk discounts are automatically applied to orders containing any combination of courses. We offer the following discounts on bulk purchases:


If you purchase 10+ courses you receive a 10% discount

If you purchase 50+ courses you receive a 20% discount

If you purchase 100+ courses you receive a 30% discount

If you purchase 500+ courses you receive a 40% discount


What payment options are available?

You can pay for our training using either a Debit or Credit card.

For companies ordering 5 or more courses, you’ll also be given the option to pay by invoice.  If you would like to pay by invoice for fewer than 5 courses then please contact our Sales Team by calling 0333 006 7000 or emailing us at sales@highspeedtraining.co.uk. 


Can I access the training material after I have completed my course?

Yes. You can use your username and password to log in and revisit the training material as many times as you like, even after completing the course.


Is there a time limit on completing the course?

No, we want our courses to work around you so there’s no time limit in which you must complete the training after making a purchase. You can also split your training over as many different sessions as you wish, as course progress is saved as you make your way through the training. You’re free to learn entirely at your own pace.


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