When you register for our live Diabetes Educator Seminar, you automatically receive a bonus online course bundle of 12 courses worth 13.35 CEs, valued at over $159. Coach Beverly hand picked each bonus course based on student feedback on which content best helped them succeed at the CDCES* Exam and in their clinical practice.
You can access this online courses on demand and take the tests as many times as needed. When returning to Diabetes Education Online University, always make sure to LOGIN first, so you can access your personalized course listing.
Test Taking Toolkit – 2.0 Hours + 0.5 CEs
Whether you are preparing for the CDCES or BC-ADM exam, this test taking toolkit is designed to prepare you for success. This toolkit includes two courses with over 200 practice questions to help you prepare and simulate the exam. Plus, we have added a FREE bonus course, Language and Diabetes.
We encourage you to take both of the Test Taking Courses in advance of the course to assess your knowledge. These sessions are recorded, so you can listen as often as needed.
Pattern Management Gone Crazy – 1.9 CEs
This 90-minute course is an advanced level program designed to develop an improved understanding of managing glucose levels through adjusting insulin therapy based on patterns. Learn about insulin dosing strategies based on an individualized patient assessment, insulin sensitivity and other considerations. Strategies to increase patients’ comfort and knowledge about insulin therapy will also be discussed. Real patient data and issues are incorporated into each case study to increase real life application.
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Meds Management for Type 2 – 1.5 CEs
This advanced level course is designed to help participants determine the best medication choice based on the patient’s unique characteristics. The content incorporates the management guidelines published by the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists (AACE) and the American Diabetes Association (ADA) Algorithms. We will discuss the role of lifestyle changes and review the pros and cons of available diabetes medications using a patient centered approach. In addition, we discuss the medication algorithms in detail. Participants not familiar with the basics of diabetes medication, may benefit from first enrolling in our “Meds for Type 2” and “Insulin 101 Course.” 90-minute course.
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Hyperglycemic Crisis – 1.0 CE
This 60-minute course discusses common causes of hyperglycemia and strategies to get blood glucose levels to goal. Topics include hyperglycemia secondary to medications and insulin deprivation. The difference and similarities between Diabetes Ketoacidosis and Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic Syndrome are also covered. Treatment strategies for all situations are included.
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Setting Up A Successful Diabetes Program – 1.5 CE
This 90-minute course provides you with a succinct overview of the latest standards for Diabetes Self-Management Education (DSME) and Support Programs. If you are taking the CDCES Exam or considering setting up a DSME program, this program is designed for you. We review the 10 standards and provide strategies on implementation. In addition, we discuss Medicare Reimbursement and covered benefits. This course provides insights into the exam philosophy and also highlights critical content areas.
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Hospital and Hyperglycemia – 1.5 CE
Research clearly demonstrates the importance of glucose control during hospitalization to improve outcomes not only in the inpatient setting but after discharge. This course reviews the evidence that supports inpatient glucose control and outline practical strategies to achieve targets in the inpatient setting. We incorporate the latest ADA Standards and provide links to resources and inpatient management templates. 90-minute course.
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Women and Diabetes- 1.0 CE
Women with diabetes are confronted with a variety of issues that require special attention, education and understanding. This course reviews those special needs while focusing on Gestational Diabetes and Pre-Existing Diabetes. Included are the most recent diagnostic criteria, management goals and prevention of complications during pregnancy. A helpful review for the CDCES® Exam and for those who want more information on Women with Diabetes.
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This 70-minute course includes updated goals and guidelines for children living with type 1 or type 2 diabetes. This course discusses the special issues diabetes educators need to be aware of when working with children with diabetes and their families. We discuss the clinical presentation of diabetes, goals of care and normal growth and development through the early years through adolescence. Strategies to prevent acute and long term complications are included with an emphasis on positive coping for family and child with diabetes.
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Older Adults and Diabetes- 1.5 CEs
Provides critical information of the ADA goals of care for older adults. Blood glucose, blood pressure and lipid goals are based on the unique characteristics of the older individual and carefully co-determined based on their cognitive and functional status. These guidelines provide specific targets based on careful and detailed assessment of their status and life situation. This online course highlights key areas of assessment, intervention and advocacy for older clients living with diabetes. 90-minute course.
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This 90-minute course is an essential review for anyone in the field of diabetes. We summarize the latest updates to the American Diabetes Association’s Standards of Medical Care in Diabetes and provide critical teaching points and content for health care professionals involved in diabetes care and education.
Earn 1.5 CEs and get ready to lead the charge to implement best care practices for the New Year.
It’s that time of year, when we get nerdy about the release of the Updated ADA Standards of Care. Coach Beverly carefully reviewed the 2019 ADA Standards with special attention to critical additions and updates.
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*Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist and CDCES are registered marks owned by NCBDE. The use of DES products do not guarantee successful passage of the CDCES exam. NCBDE does not endorse any preparatory or review materials for the CDCES exam, except for those published by NCBDE.”