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Free Level 2 Diabetes Course Online – Adult Education in Gloucestershire

CostFREE
Duration12 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyTraining Qualifications UK awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Diabetes Course. Study online at your own pace, fitting learning around work or other commitments. The course takes around 12 weeks to complete.

You'll build a solid understanding of diabetes, how it is managed, and the care needs of people living with the condition. Topics cover types of diabetes, complications, medication, lifestyle factors, and supporting people day to day. This qualification is aimed at people aged 19 or over who live in England.

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

Who this course is for

Our certificate in understanding the care and management of diabetes course is great for both individuals interested in developing their understanding of diabetes, as well as employers looking for training to upskill their staff.

Entry requirements

Eligible participants must be aged 19 or over on 31 August of the current academic year, reside in England on the first day of learning. Further eligiblity criteria may apply.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand what diabetes is and how the different types develop.
  • You'll learn how diabetes is diagnosed and monitored.
  • You'll explore the short-term and long-term complications of diabetes.
  • You'll understand the role of medication and insulin in managing the condition.
  • You'll learn how diet, exercise, and lifestyle affect blood glucose levels.
  • You'll understand how to support someone with diabetes in a care setting.
  • You'll learn how to recognise and respond to diabetic emergencies.

How you will learn

You'll study entirely online, working through course materials at your own pace. Assessment is through written assignments or knowledge-based questions completed online. There are no exams to sit in person. You submit your work digitally, and a tutor will mark and give feedback on your responses.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Adult Education in Gloucestershire will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant, supports people with diabetes in a home or residential setting.
  • Adult care worker, helps clients manage daily living with long-term conditions.
  • Healthcare assistant, assists clinical staff in GP surgeries or community health teams.
  • Support worker, provides personal and practical support to people with complex needs.
  • Domiciliary care worker, delivers care in clients' own homes including condition management.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care, the next step for senior roles in social care.
  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training, useful if you want to train others in diabetes care.
  • Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Diabetes, for a deeper clinical understanding of the condition.
  • Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care, broadens your knowledge across the wider care sector.
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