This course provides an overview of the impact of diabetes on our communities. We compare & contrast prediabetes, type 1, & type 2 diabetes LADA & incorporate effective teaching strategies. Diagnostic criteria & risk factor screening are reviewed along with case studies to highlight key points.

Objectives:

1. Discuss factors contributing to increased prevalence.
2. Describe pathophysiological defects associated with the development of diabetes mellitus.
3. Differentiate the different types: Prediabetes, Type 1, Type 2 & GDM.
4. Discuss new language guidelines.
5. Describe the impact of insulin resistance.

Intended Audience:  A great course for anyone entering the field of diabetes education or for those looking for a new perspective the current state of diabetes.

Instructor: Beverly Thomassian RN, MPH, CDCES, BC-ADM is a working diabetes specialist and a nationally recognized diabetes expert.

Earn 1.5 CEs 

Fee: $29.0 – Click here to enroll in the course. 

Group Discounts Available

Enroll in our entire  Level 1 | Diabetes Fundamentals  

Diabetes Fundamentals Sessions 2024 Webinar Updates

All courses air at 11:30 a.m. (PST)

• January 11, 2024 – Class 1: Getting to the Nitty Gritty | 1.5 CEs
• January 16, 2024 – Class 2: Nutrition & Exercise 1.5 | CEs
• January 18, 2024 – Class 3: Meds Overview for Type 2 | 1.5 CEs
• January 23, 2024 – Class 4: Insulin Therapy & Pattern Management | 1.75 CEs
• January 25, 2024 –Class 5: Goals of Care & Lower Extremity Assessment | 1.5 CEs
• January 30, 2024 – Class 6: Hypoglycemia, Sick Days, & Monitoring | 1.5 CEs

All hours earned count toward your CDCES Accreditation Information