Proudly supported by Diabetes NSW & ACT and Diabetes Queensland.
Proudly supported by Diabetes NSW & ACT and Diabetes Queensland.
Any Health Professional
12 hours endorsed by ADEA
12 hours
$295 AUD
Diabetes Qualified Members receive a 10% discount, contact us for your coupon code.
Diabetes Essentials is a comprehensive learning program which covers all aspects of diabetes from diagnosis to management. The online interactive course will provide you with the latest best practice information on diabetes including the pathophysiology of diabetes, diabetes management principles, and prevention of complications.
This course has been endorsed for 12 Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours by the Australian Diabetes Educators Association (ADEA)
If you are wanting to learn more about practical ways to improve your ability to support the person living with diabetes we have a range of ‘ Diabetes in Practice’ courses for specific health professions such as nurses, pharmacists, podiatrists and allied health professionals. See our full range of courses here.
Learning outcomes:
"It was a very thorough course and explained areas clearly and in a way that was easier to understand. I now feel more knowledgeable about how to provide appropriate care to my clients."
Giulia, Dietician
"The information provided in this course was very comprehensive, and I improved my knowledge surrounding complications and associated diseases in particular pcos"
Kerry, Diabetes Educator
" It was incredibly informative and set out in a way that was easy to follow, I knew the medical basis of how diabetes occurred but I learnt extensively about the various other implications of diabetes"
Sophie, Nurse6 Chapters which cover: Before diabetes, Understanding diabetes, How diabetes is diagnosed, Managing diabetes, Pregnancy and diabetes, Meaningful monitoring. 3 hours to complete.
8 Chapters which cover: Lifestyle – nutrition, Lifestyle – physical activity, Medication used to manage diabetes, Understanding hypoglycaemia, Understanding hyperglycaemia, Sick days and surgery, Travel, Diabetes’ impact on life. 4 hours to complete
3 Chapters which cover: Screening for complications, Microvascular complications, Macrovascular complications. 1.5 hours to complete.
2 Chapters which cover: Metabolic syndrome, PCOS. 1 hours to complete.
The Diabetes Essentials online course has 4 modules. There are 4 multiple choice assessments, one at the end of each module. Once you pass all the assessments you can download your certificate of completion.
Students have the flexibility to study in their own time and location. The course can be accessed through the Diabetes Qualified Learning Management System. We recommend using a desktop computer or laptop with the Chrome website browser. Course completion requires approximately 12 hours of eLearning.
On completion of the course and by passing the assessments. You will instantly receive a certificate in the learning management system for 12 hours of eLearning accredited for 12 CPD points from ADEA.
How do i become a Credentialed Diabetes Educator (CDE)?
To become a Credentialled Diabetes Educator (CDE) you need to complete a Graduate Certificate in Diabetes Education and Management and complete hours in practicing diabetes education.
Click here for more information on the Australian Diabetes Educator Association website
What other resources can i access to learn more about diabetes?
We have a range of diabetes related webinars as well as podcasts, and Fact Sheets.
If you are wanting to learn more about practical ways to improve your ability to support the person living with diabetes we have a range of ‘ Diabetes in Practice’ courses for specific health professions such as nurses, pharmacists, podiatrists and allied health professionals. See our full range of courses here.
How long do I have access to the course?
12 Months. The time is calculated from when a student is enrolled into the online program. Friendly email reminders will be sent to students to ensure the course is completed within the time period. If you need an extension due to exceptional circumstances please email us.
How do I get my CPD certificate of completion?
Once you have completed this online CPD course and passed the 4 multiple choice assessments, a ‘certificate of completion’ becomes available for download from the learning management system. You will receive a certificate with 11 points from ESSA and 10 Fitness Australia CEC’s.
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