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.

Learning Outcome:

Attendees will have increased knowledge and be able to articulate the different types of diabetes, risk factors, and diagnostic criteria that can be applied to their practice.

Target Audience:

This course is a knowledge-based activity designed for individuals or groups of diabetes professionals, including RNs, RDs/RDNs, Pharmacists, Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Nurse Specialists, Physician Assistants, and other healthcare providers interested in staying up to date on current practices of care for people with prediabetes, diabetes, and other related conditions. The practice areas for RDs/RDNs for CDR reporting are healthcare, preventative care, wellness, and, lifestyle along with, education and research. 

Instructor: Beverly Thomassian RN, MPH, CDCES, has been Board Certified in Advanced Diabetes Management for over 15 years. She is an Associate Clinical Professor at UCSF, a working educator, 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 2025 Webinar Updates

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

• January 8, 2025 – Class 1: Getting to the Nitty Gritty
• January 9, 2025 – Class 2: Nutrition & Exercise
• January 14, 2025 – Class 3: Meds Overview for Type 2
• January 16, 2025 – Class 4: Insulin Therapy & Pattern Management
• January 21, 2025 –Class 5: Goals of Care & Lower Extremity Assessment
• January 23, 2025 – Class 6: Hypoglycemia, Sick Days, & Monitoring

All hours earned count toward your CDCES or BC-ADM certification – Accreditation Information