Level 2 Diabetes Course in Halesowen

Name: Level 2 Diabetes Course in Halesowen
Availability: InStock

CostFree if you're eligible

Duration18 weeks

LevelLevel 2

DeliveryClassroom based

Start1 Sep 2027

Study modePart-time

AttendanceDaytime

Awarding body

Free or reduced fees may be available, depending on your circumstances. Contact Halesowen College for more info.

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About this course

Level 2 Diabetes Course in Halesowen. Classes run at Halesowen College, part-time during the day over 18 weeks.

Fee remission may be available for some learners. Contact the Admissions department to find out whether you qualify. The course covers the care and management of diabetes, giving you practical knowledge to support people living with the condition.

You'll finish with a Level 2 Certificate in Understanding the Care and Management of Diabetes.

Who this course is for

For information regarding the content of this course please contact the Admissions department on (0121) 602 7777, alternatively course information can be found on our website by visiting www.halesowen.ac.uk

Entry requirements

What you will learn

You'll understand what diabetes is and how it affects the body.
You'll learn the difference between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes.
You'll explore how diabetes is diagnosed and monitored.
You'll understand the role of diet, exercise, and medication in managing diabetes.
You'll learn how to recognise and respond to hypoglycaemia and hyperglycaemia.
You'll understand the complications that can arise from poorly managed diabetes.
You'll develop knowledge of how to support individuals with diabetes in a care setting.

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom at Halesowen College. Learning is delivered through taught sessions and guided study. Assessment is through written assignments and knowledge-based tasks. Contact the Admissions department on (0121) 602 7777 for full details of how the course is assessed.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Halesowen College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

Care assistant, supporting people with diabetes in a residential or home care setting.
Adult care worker, helping individuals manage daily living with long-term conditions.
Healthcare assistant, working alongside clinical staff in a GP surgery or hospital ward.
Support worker, providing one-to-one care for people with complex health needs.

What you could study next

Level 3 Award in Diabetes Care, for those wanting deeper clinical knowledge of diabetes management.
Level 2 Diploma in Care, a broader qualification that supports a career in adult social care.
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care, the next step for those working toward a senior care role.

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