Diabetes Awareness
Diabetes is a serious lifelong health condition that occurs when the amount of glucose, or sugar, in the blood is too high. If left untreated, high blood glucose levels can cause serious health complications.
This course is aimed at people working in the health and social care sector and will provide an overview of the condition, the common symptoms that might indicate someone has diabetes, methods of diagnosis, some possible treatments and common complications that can affect those with the condition.
Course Overview
Diabetes is a serious lifelong health condition that occurs when the amount of glucose, or sugar, in the blood is too high. If left untreated, high blood glucose levels can cause serious health complications.
Diabetes can develop in anyone at any point in their life although there are certain groups and age ranges where it is more common. There are a range of symptoms that could indicate that someone had Diabetes, these range from excessive thirst to feeling more tired than usual. It is believed that up to 26% of residential and nursing home residents have Diabetes so being able to recognise the symptoms and knowing how you can help them to manage the condition is essential.
This course is aimed at people working in the health and social care sector and will provide an overview of the condition, the common symptoms that might indicate someone has diabetes, methods of diagnosis, some possible treatments and common complications that can affect those with the condition.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
Explain what diabetes is and why high blood glucose levels are harmful.
Identify groups most at risk and recognise common symptoms that may indicate diabetes.
Describe how diabetes is diagnosed and understand the main treatment options.
Support individuals in managing diabetes effectively within health and social care settings.
Recognise common complications associated with diabetes and understand how to respond appropriately.
Who is this course for
Health and social care workers, including care assistants, support workers, and nursing home staff.
Professionals supporting individuals in residential, nursing, or community care settings.
Anyone responsible for recognising, monitoring, or assisting with the management of diabetes in a care environment.
New or existing staff who need a foundational understanding of diabetes, its symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and complications.
Recommended System Requirements
• Browser: Up to date web browser
• Video: Up to date video drivers
• Memory: 1Gb+ RAM
• Download Speed: Broadband (3Mb+)
Further Progression
There are other courses in the Health & Social Care suite that may be useful to those working in the sector.
Accredited by
CPD Approved
Course Cost
£20+VAT