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Diabetes & Insulin online Training
Course Description
The Diabetes & Insulin Online Training provides healthcare professionals with essential knowledge and practical skills to effectively support patients living with diabetes. The course explores the types, causes, and impact of diabetes, alongside evidence-based approaches for management and safe insulin administration. It also covers patient education, legal and ethical considerations, and emergency response to diabetic crises.
This module is designed to enhance professional competence, improve patient care, and support CPD requirements. On completion, participants will be awarded a certificate of completion and 1 CPD point.
Course Summary
Duration: 1 hour
Format: Online, self-paced
CPD Points: 1 CPD point
Access Period: 6 months from purchase date
Certificate: Certificate of completion provided
Who Is This Course For?
This training is suitable for:
Nurses, midwives, and healthcare assistants
GPs and allied healthcare professionals
Care home and community support staff
Diabetes specialist nurses and educators
Students and trainees in health and social care fields
Anyone working with patients who require diabetes care and insulin therapy
Course Contents
The module covers:
Introduction to Diabetes
Types of diabetes (Type 1, Type 2, gestational)
Prevalence and impact in the UK
Risk factors and symptoms
Pathophysiology of Diabetes
Insulin production and function
Insulin resistance and glucose metabolism
Diabetes Management
Blood glucose monitoring
Dietary planning and lifestyle
Medication options and exercise
Insulin Therapy
Types of insulin
Administration techniques (injection, pens, pumps)
Storage, handling, hypoglycemia & hyperglycemia management
Patient Education & Support
Communication strategies
Addressing concerns & misconceptions
Referral pathways & resources
Legal & Ethical Considerations
Consent and capacity
Safeguarding vulnerable individuals
Emergency Situations
Diabetic ketoacidosis
Severe hypoglycemia
Documentation & Record-Keeping
Importance of accuracy in records
Use of electronic health records
Continuing Professional Development
Staying updated on guidelines and best practices
Course Outcomes
By the end of this training, learners will be able to:
Understand the types, prevalence, and impact of diabetes.
Explain the pathophysiology of diabetes and insulin resistance.
Apply principles of diabetes management, including monitoring, diet, activity, and medication.
Identify types of insulin and administer them correctly.
Store and handle insulin safely.
Recognize and respond to hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia.
Communicate effectively with patients and carers.
Address cultural considerations in diabetes education.
Apply safeguarding, consent, and ethical principles in practice.
Respond appropriately to diabetic emergencies.
Maintain accurate documentation and records.
Commit to ongoing professional development in diabetes care.
Frameworks & Standards
This training is aligned with:
Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) CPD requirements
NHS Knowledge and Skills Framework (KSF)
National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) guidelines on diabetes management and insulin therapy
Care Quality Commission (CQC) standards for safe care and treatment
NMC CPD Requirement Reminder:
Nurses and midwives must complete 35 hours of relevant CPD every three years.
At least 20 hours must be participatory learning with interaction between professionals.
