This video course explores the definitions, risk factors and person-centred approach to diabetes, ensuring that care staff are well trained and able to look after individuals living with diabetes.
This knowledge is essential for any organisation, as diabetes is one of the most common conditions among the elderly, affecting 1 in 4 people over the age of 65 in the UK.
This video course explores the definitions, risk factors and person-centred approach to diabetes, ensuring that care staff are well trained and able to look after individuals living with diabetes.
This knowledge is essential for any organisation, as diabetes is one of the most common conditions among the elderly, affecting 1 in 4 people over the age of 65 in the UK.
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This online training course has been designed specifically for Care and Support Workers working in a social care setting. It may also be useful to a wider audience of people who would like to know more about Understanding Diabetes.
5 Interactive Video Chapters, Assessment Quiz and a CPD Accredited Certificate
Subjects covered include:
- Understand the care and support needs, as well as the risks associated with diabetes
- Understand the function of glucose and insulin
- Define the different forms of diabetes
- Appreciate the need for a person centred approach when helping manage the condition
- Know the risk factors for developing Type 2 diabetes
- Understand the potential causes and symptoms of Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes.
Donna Sheldon, MA, MRES
With experience spanning over 25 years in the social care and social housing sectors, Donna possesses a wealth of knowledge regarding services, legislation, good practice. Donna has collaborated with various organisations, including housing associations, homelessness charities, crisis teams and local authorities. Her exceptional reputation stems from her ability to craft and deliver high-quality training materials, publications and good practice guidance. With Donna Sheldon as the course consultant, participants can expect a learning experience that empowers them to deliver high-quality person-centred care.
