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Diabetes

This qualification is designed for a wide range of learners who wish to gain an understanding of the care and management of diabetes.

Level 2 Qualification

100% Online

Flexible Learning

Fully Funded

6 Weeks (average time)

Fully funded by UK Government. Qualifications accredited by NCFE CACHE & TQUK.

Diabetes

In the UK alone, 3.2 million people are diagnosed with the diabetes and an estimated 630,000 people have the condition but don’t know it.

It is believed that deaths from diabetes will rise by more than 50% in the next ten years – understanding the ongoing care and treatment of diabetes is vital for anyone caring for an individual with the disease.

What you will learn

Your free course is split into manageable units

Understand diabetes

The aim of this unit is to enable learners to understand how glucose and insulin function in the body, how different types of diabetes occur and the risk factors associated with Type 2 diabetes.

Prevention and early intervention of Type 2 diabetes

The aim of this unit is to enable learners to understand how the onset of Type 2 diabetes can be prevented or delayed through lifestyle changes.

The initial care of diabetes

The aim of this unit is to enable learners to understand how a diagnosis of diabetes can impact on an individual and how the condition can be managed and monitored.

The treatment and management of diabetes

The aim of this unit is to enable learners to understand the on-going care and treatment recommended to control blood glucose levels and prevent complications for people with diabetes.

Get trained and qualified

Provide the best care possible

Your Accredited Certificate

Your level 2 certificate is a record of achievement and your proof of completing the nationally recognised qualification.

Who can benefit

The qualification is suitable for those working in the care profession, or anyone looking into a career in care.

The course is also suitable for home carers or anyone who has an interest in learning more about diabetes.

Career opportunities

Eligibility Criteria

Aged 19 or over as of 31/8/21
Living in England
Have lived in the UK/EU/EEA for at least 3 years*
Not completed any part of the course before

*EEA nationals will need to have obtained either pre-settlement or settled status and provide evidence of this.

You must complete all 3 steps before you can start your free course

Step 1

Create an account with us via the short form below

On submission, you will be directed to your secure application form…

Step 2

Complete your funded course application form

Select Continue without an account to start your application.

On submission, you will be taken to your Skills Network user area…

Scroll down and select Start your initial assessment

Step 3

Complete your brief initial assessment

On completion, you will receive an email asking you to accept your funded place.

Once you have accepted your place, you will be enrolled in your course.

Step 1 - Create an account

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Is the course definitely free?

If you meet the eligibility criteria then YES!

We connect you with learning providers that use government funding, in the form of the Education & Skills Funding Agency (ESFA) and the Adult Educational Budget (AEB).

When can I start the free online course?

We hope to get you started within 24 hours of completing the full enrolment process but this can vary depending on the learning provider.

How long will the free online course take?

The courses are designed to allow learners to fit their learning around their employment obligations and can be completed in a number of weeks or months, depending on the level.

Our shorter courses are often completed within 3 weeks, whilst our longer lasting courses can take up to 3 months.

Is it all online?

Yes! All of our free courses are 100% online.

Is the qualification recognised by employers?

All of our courses are accredited by UK government-recognised awarding bodies. These include NCFE CACHE and TQUK, with whom we work closely to ensure our existing courses, and all new ones, meet approved standards of excellence and are certified as such. NCFE CACHE and TQUK are national awarding organisations that design, develops and certifies nationally recognised qualifications and awards.

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