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Nurses and enrolled nurses
12 hours endorsed by APNA
12 hours
$110 AUD
Training groups of 10 or more people?
This online CPD nursing course is for Practice and Enrolled Nurses looking to increase their knowledge of diabetes and improve the support they provide to people in their care. Nurses will benefit from this interactive Nursing CPD course by learning how to help people living with diabetes to manage their condition and prevent complications, as well as providing support, being able to explain diabetes and how to manage it, and answer questions that might be asked in a consultation.
Diabetes is Australia’s fastest growing chronic condition. Nurses are seeing more and more people with diabetes every day, our online diabetes education program will support you in delivering better care.
This course has been created by Credentialed Diabetes Educators and Health Professionals who work closely with people living with diabetes every week. It is based on current best practice guidelines.
The National Diabetes Services Scheme (NDSS) has provided partial funding of this course, to bring it to you for just $110 (saving $215 as it is normally $325).
We have received an additional allocation for 2020, however numbers are limited.
It was an extremely comprehensive course. I found the information on the NDSS, Diabetes Australia and Diabetes NSW very interesting and was unaware of the all the benefits they provided. The module on supporting behaviour change, a wonderful concept and the power of positive language used to engage and support daily self-care and efforts for people living with diabetes.
Kristen, Nurse
“I have gained a lot more knowledge about diabetes and diabetes management. I have been able to improve my care and education delivered to the people I see every day. The updated information on medication is very useful, and I will use positive language to communicate with people living with diabetes.”
Paula, Nurse
“The course is very easy to follow and understand and I enjoyed the interactive questions throughout the modules. I learnt there are many different ways to manage diabetes in a community environment. As well as increasing my diabetes knowledge, I will ensure clients are having allied health reviews and consultations.”
Lisa, NurseThis diabetes course for Nurses has 16 modules, with scenarios and knowledge checks throughout.
Importance of diabetes education and diabetes figures to outline how diabetes is a significant health problem in Australia.
Prevalence, cause, prevention, presentation and management of type 1, type 2 and gestational diabetes.
Risk factors for developing type 2 diabetes and action to take to delay the onset.
Hypoglycaemia, hyperglycaemia, HbA1c tests.
Chronic macrovascular and microvascular complications of diabetes, oral and mental health complications of diabetes.
Hypoglycaemia.
Hyperglycaemia.
Equipment, considerations, correct technique, useful times to check blood glucose levels, glycosylated haemoglobin (HbA1c).
Diabetes management, Diabetes Care Team, guidelines for driving and travel.
The impact of carbohydrates on blood glucose levels, healthy eating guidelines, dietary fats, glycaemic index (GI), healthy plate model.
Physical activity for diabetes management and overall health, link between physical activity and low blood glucose levels.
Common oral medication groups used in diabetes management, side effects, when someone with type 2 diabetes might be prescribed insulin.
Annual Cycle of Care, Diabetes checks.
Supporting people with type 2 diabetes to make positive behaviour changes and how to set SMART goals for behaviour change.
Language used to engage and support people living with diabetes.
To successfully complete this eLearning course you need to pass the two Knowledge Assessments. The goal of the assessments is to check your understanding of the content of all modules. These are multiple choice. You have 3 attempts to pass each assessment.
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 Nursing CPD points with APNA.
CPD Nursing Points: How many will you get from this course?
This Diabetes course for Nurses has been accredited for 12 CPD points. It is endorsed by APNA for 12 hours of Continuing Professional Development according to approved quality standards criteria. It is important to remember that it is your responsibility to maintain and register CPD with your professional body. Most Registered and Enrolled Nurses will need to complete 20 hours of CPD every year and must keep records of this for 5 years.
Why is CPD and diabetes education important for nurses?
CPD is the means by which nurses maintain, improve and broaden their knowledge, expertise and competence, and develop the personal and professional qualities required throughout their professional lives. 1 in 4 adults in Australia is living with diabetes or pre-diabetes. As a nurse you will benefit from this online diabetes course by learning how to teach people living with diabetes to manage their condition and prevent complications.
Nursing CPD point’s certificate: How do I get my CPD certificate?
Once you have completed this online CPD course for nurses 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 12 Nursing CPD points.
Are the Assessments multiple choice and how many attempts do I get?
Yes, the 4 assessments are multiple choice, with either one or multiple correct answers. You get 3 attempts to pass with a score of 80% of more. If for some reason you need more attempts please email us.
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.
Online Course
12 months access
This online CPD nursing course is for Practice and Enrolled Nurses looking to increase their knowledge of diabetes and improve the support they provide to people in their care.
Training groups of 10 or more people?
Contact us.
You can use this editable CPD tracking template to keep track of your CPD activities and meet your registration requirements. We have pre filled this using the Diabetes in Practice for Nurses course as an example.
This has been created following the NMBA CPD guidelines.
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