Free Level 3 Understanding the Care and Management of Diabetes Course. Study online. You can work through the course at your own pace, fitting study around your existing commitments. Over 12 weeks, you'll cover the types of diabetes, their causes, and the signs and symptoms to look out for. The course is designed for people working in health and social care who want a deeper understanding of diabetes care and management. This free understanding the care and management of diabetes course for adults is funded through the Adult Skills Fund for eligible learners aged 19 and over.
Who this course is for
The Level 3 Certificate in Understanding the Care and Management of Diabetes is designed to help provide those working in the health and social care sector to have a better understanding of the types, causes, sign and symptoms of diabetes.
Entry requirements
Aged 19+ as of 31st August 2024. Currently live in England and lived in the EU for 3 years. Funded Via the Adult Skills Funded Free Courses for Jobs. You must be either unemployed or in employment but earning below the low wage threshold of £25,000 or are aged 19-23 with a prior attainment below level 3 to be eligible to undertake this free online course.
What you will learn
You'll identify the different types of diabetes and how they develop.
You'll explain the causes and risk factors associated with diabetes.
You'll recognise the signs and symptoms of diabetes in the people you support.
You'll describe how diabetes is diagnosed and monitored.
You'll understand how diabetes is managed through medication, diet, and lifestyle.
You'll identify potential complications of diabetes and how to reduce risks.
You'll apply your knowledge to support people with diabetes in a care setting.
How you will learn
You'll study entirely online, working through course materials at your own pace. Assessment is by written assignments or knowledge-based questions completed online. There are no exams to sit in person. CT Skills will confirm the specific assessment tasks before you begin.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. CT Skills will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support people with diabetes in residential or home care
Support worker: assist individuals managing long-term health conditions
Healthcare assistant: work alongside clinical staff in NHS or private settings
Senior care worker: take on additional responsibility for residents' health needs
Domiciliary care worker: deliver personal care in clients' own homes
Day centre support worker: support adults with complex health needs in day services
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: the main qualification for senior roles in adult social care, covering a broad range of care skills.
Level 3 Award in Awareness of Dementia: builds specialist knowledge alongside your diabetes understanding.
Level 4 Certificate in Leading and Managing Adult Care: suited to those moving into supervisory or team leader roles.
