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Introduction to Diabetes for Registered Healthcare Professionals in Primary Care – 18 March 2027 – £67.00
Introduction to Diabetes for Registered Healthcare Professionals in Primary Care – 18 March 2027 – £67.00
Live Webinar
18 March 2027 | 09:00 – 12:00 | £67.00
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Our Introduction to Diabetes for Registered Healthcare Professionals course is a comprehensive half day training programme designed for Practice Nurses and other Registered Healthcare Professionals who are involved in the care and management of people living with diabetes.
This practical and evidence-based course provides a strong foundation in diabetes care, equipping delegates with the knowledge, skills, and confidence required to support individuals with diabetes within primary care and community healthcare settings. Covering everything from the underlying pathophysiology of diabetes to diagnosis, treatment, monitoring, and patient education, the programme helps healthcare professionals develop a clear understanding of best practice diabetes management.
Whether you are new to diabetes care or looking to strengthen your existing knowledge, this course provides the essential building blocks needed to deliver safe, effective, and patient-centred care.
Who Should Attend?
This course is suitable for:
- Practice Nurses
- General Practice Nurses
- Community Nurses
- Nursing Associates
- Newly qualified Registered Healthcare Professionals
- Healthcare professionals transitioning into diabetes care roles
- Clinicians seeking a structured introduction to diabetes management
No advanced diabetes knowledge is required, although an interest in supporting people living with diabetes is recommended.
Course Overview
Diabetes is one of the most common long-term conditions managed within primary care. As the prevalence of both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes continues to rise, healthcare professionals play a crucial role in early identification, ongoing management, patient education, and prevention of complications.
This engaging live webinar explores the core principles of diabetes care and provides delegates with practical skills that can be applied immediately in clinical practice. Through interactive learning and real-world case discussions, participants will gain the confidence to support patients throughout their diabetes journey.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, delegates will be able to:
- Understand the Fundamentals of Diabetes
- Recognise and Diagnose Diabetes
- Interpret Key Diabetes Assessments and Results
- Understand Diabetes Treatment and Management
- Support Effective Patient Education
- Identify and Prevent Diabetes Complications
Key Topics Covered
- Diabetes pathophysiology
- Type 1 diabetes
- Type 2 diabetes
- Pre-diabetes and prevention
- Diagnosis and monitoring
- HbA1c interpretation
- Blood glucose management
- Diabetes medications and treatment options
- Lifestyle interventions
- Patient education and self-management
- Cardiovascular and renal risk reduction
- Diabetes complications and screening
- Annual diabetes reviews
- Current best practice in primary care
Benefits of Attending
Following completion of this course, delegates will:
- Develop a strong foundation in diabetes care and management.
- Gain confidence when supporting people with diabetes in primary care.
- Improve understanding of diagnostic and monitoring processes.
- Enhance clinical decision-making skills.
- Deliver more effective patient education and self-management support.
- Recognise early signs of complications and intervene appropriately.
- Apply evidence-based diabetes care principles within everyday practice.
