Understanding the Care and Management of Diabetes Certificate Level 2

The Level 2 Understanding the Care and Management of Diabetes Certificate will provide you with an understanding of the different types of diabetes and how they can occur.

You will gain knowledge of diabetes diagnosis, initial care, and how Type 2 diabetes can be delayed through lifestyle changes. You will also study ongoing care and treatment to control blood sugar levels.

Course content:

• Varying functions of glucose and insulin in the blood.

• Different forms and causes of diabetes.

• Risk factors associated with each type.

• Prevention and early intervention of type 2 diabetes.

• Paying attention to how the condition can be delayed or prevented through healthy lifestyle changes.

• How diabetes can be managed through treatment.

• The mental and physical impact of diabetes.

• Recommended blood glucose levels.

• Complications in people with diabetes.