Level 2 Understanding the Care and Management of Diabetes Course. Study online at your own pace, with access to a tutor throughout. There are no formal entry requirements. The course is designed to fit around your working life and takes up to 6 months to complete. You'll build a solid understanding of diabetes, how it is managed, and how to support people living with the condition. It covers both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, treatments, complications, and the role of diet and lifestyle.
Who this course is for
This course is ideal for anyone whose work may bring them into contact with people who have diabetes, such as health and social care workers, people who work with children and young people, or anyone employed in the uniformed services. It may also be of interest to people who have diabetes themselves.
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements.
What you will learn
You'll understand what diabetes is and how it affects the body.
You'll learn the differences between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes.
You'll explore how diabetes is diagnosed and monitored.
You'll understand the role of medication, diet, and lifestyle in managing diabetes.
You'll recognise the signs of hypoglycaemia and hyperglycaemia and know how to respond.
You'll learn about the long-term complications of diabetes and how they can be reduced.
You'll understand how to support someone with diabetes in a care or work 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 submitted online. There are no exams to sit in person. Professional Development and Training will confirm the submission process and any deadlines before you start.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Professional Development and Training 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 settings.
Support worker: help individuals manage daily life with a long-term condition.
Healthcare assistant: assist clinical staff in GP surgeries or community health teams.
School support assistant: support pupils with diabetes during the school day.
Domiciliary care worker: provide personal care and health monitoring at home.
Uniformed services officer: respond confidently when a colleague or member of the public has a diabetic episode.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Diabetes Awareness: deepen your clinical understanding and take on more responsibility in a care role.
Level 2 Diploma in Care: a broader qualification covering adult social care, useful if you're moving into or progressing within the care sector.
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: the next step for those working toward a senior care or team leader role.
