This course covers the essential knowledge and skills to enhance the quality of diabetes care and patient support.

Course Objectives

• Develop foundational knowledge of diabetes, including pathophysiology, causes, types, and complications.
• Build competencies in patient assessment, monitoring, and diabetes-specific care.
• Learn to educate and empower patients in effective self-management.
• Understand key clinical guidelines (QOF and NICE) and indicators to support high standards of diabetes care.
• Recognise signs of related complications, including vascular disease and neuropathic conditions, and understand effective interventions.

Learning Outcomes 

• Understand what diabetes is, its causes, types, and typical symptoms
• Know how to Conduct comprehensive assessments, including weight, BMI, and waist circumference ratio
• Understand the role of diet, physical activity, and obesity management in diabetes care
• Understand QOF (Quality and Outcomes Framework) indicators and NICE guidelines for diabetes care
• Interpret key blood results relevant to diabetes management