Diabetes & Insulin online Training

£6.00

Course Description

The Diabetes & Insulin Online Training provides healthcare professionals with essential knowledge and practical skills to effectively support patients living with diabetes. The course explores the types, causes, and impact of diabetes, alongside evidence-based approaches for management and safe insulin administration. It also covers patient education, legal and ethical considerations, and emergency response to diabetic crises.

This module is designed to enhance professional competence, improve patient care, and support CPD requirements. On completion, participants will be awarded a certificate of completion and 1 CPD point.

Course Summary

Duration: 1 hour

Format: Online, self-paced

CPD Points: 1 CPD point

Access Period: 6 months from purchase date

Certificate: Certificate of completion provided

Who Is This Course For?

This training is suitable for:

Nurses, midwives, and healthcare assistants

GPs and allied healthcare professionals

Care home and community support staff

Diabetes specialist nurses and educators

Students and trainees in health and social care fields

Anyone working with patients who require diabetes care and insulin therapy

Course Contents

The module covers:

Introduction to Diabetes

Types of diabetes (Type 1, Type 2, gestational)

Prevalence and impact in the UK

Risk factors and symptoms

Pathophysiology of Diabetes

Insulin production and function

Insulin resistance and glucose metabolism

Diabetes Management

Blood glucose monitoring

Dietary planning and lifestyle

Medication options and exercise

Insulin Therapy

Types of insulin

Administration techniques (injection, pens, pumps)

Storage, handling, hypoglycemia & hyperglycemia management

Patient Education & Support

Communication strategies

Addressing concerns & misconceptions

Referral pathways & resources

Legal & Ethical Considerations

Consent and capacity

Safeguarding vulnerable individuals

Emergency Situations

Diabetic ketoacidosis

Severe hypoglycemia

Documentation & Record-Keeping

Importance of accuracy in records

Use of electronic health records

Continuing Professional Development

Staying updated on guidelines and best practices

Course Outcomes

By the end of this training, learners will be able to:

Understand the types, prevalence, and impact of diabetes.

Explain the pathophysiology of diabetes and insulin resistance.

Apply principles of diabetes management, including monitoring, diet, activity, and medication.

Identify types of insulin and administer them correctly.

Store and handle insulin safely.

Recognize and respond to hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia.

Communicate effectively with patients and carers.

Address cultural considerations in diabetes education.

Apply safeguarding, consent, and ethical principles in practice.

Respond appropriately to diabetic emergencies.

Maintain accurate documentation and records.

Commit to ongoing professional development in diabetes care.

Frameworks & Standards

This training is aligned with:

Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) CPD requirements

NHS Knowledge and Skills Framework (KSF)

National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) guidelines on diabetes management and insulin therapy

Care Quality Commission (CQC) standards for safe care and treatment

NMC CPD Requirement Reminder:

Nurses and midwives must complete 35 hours of relevant CPD every three years.

At least 20 hours must be participatory learning with interaction between professionals.

£6.00

Diabetes & Insulin online Training

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