Understanding the Care and Management of Diabetes Level 2
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* Fee remission may be available for this course, visit Fees and Funding for further information
Develop your understanding of diabetes and learn how to support effective care, management and healthy lifestyle choices.
This course is designed to help you develop knowledge and understanding of the different types of diabetes and how they can occur. You will explore how the onset of Type 2 diabetes can be delayed or prevented through lifestyle changes, and gain insight into diagnosis and early intervention.
You will also learn about the ongoing care and treatment of diabetes, including how blood sugar levels are managed and monitored. This course is suitable if you are working, or would like to work, in health, social care or support roles, or if you want to improve your general understanding of diabetes and its impact.
Studying online gives you the flexibility to learn at a time and pace that suits your work or home commitments, while still receiving structured support from experienced tutors.
What you’ll cover:
- Understanding diabetes
- Prevention and early intervention of Type 2 diabetes
- Understanding initial care of diabetes
- Understanding the treatment and management of diabetes
For each unit, you will complete a set of knowledge-based questions as part of the formal assessment. Your tutor will provide feedback after each unit. All assessments must be completed and passed to successfully achieve the qualification.
Entry Requirements
Level 1 or equivalent English language qualification required.
Information
All learning materials are provided online. You will need access to a computer or laptop and a reliable internet connection.
Studying a Craven College distance learning course is a great way to gain a FREE* accredited qualification in your spare time.
After completing an induction, you will be provided with all the learning materials you need and will receive ongoing support and guidance from experienced professional tutors. This flexible learning option is ideal if you have a busy work or home life and want to study where and when it suits you.
Further Study
On completion of this course, you may progress to:
- Level 2 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care
- Level 3 Certificate in Understanding the Care and Management of Diabetes
- Employment opportunities within the health and social care sector
This course provides a strong foundation for further study and progression into roles supporting individuals with long-term health conditions.
Part-time courses are term-time only.
See our term dates for further information.
Did you know that some of our courses are free if you earn less than £26,800* living in West Yorkshire, North Yorkshire & Lancashire?
*Pending Funding Guidance
Distance Learning call 01756 693 800 or email distancelearning@craven-college.ac.uk
Courses in the community call 01756 693 800 or email communitylearning@craven-college.ac.uk
All other Part-time courses call 01756 693 309 or email parttime@craven-college.ac.uk
