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“Becoming a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) is one of the best professional and personal decisions I have ever made.” – Coach Beverly Thomassian, RN, MPH, CDCES, BC-ADM
Read More: 3 Reasons to Become a CDCES “The best part of becoming a CDCES is working with my colleagues and people living with diabetes. As diabetes educators, we hear compelling and beautiful life stories. I am astounded by the barriers they face and inspired by their adaptability, problem-solving skills, and resilience.” Reason 1: CDCES is a widely recognized certification by employers and health care professionals throughout the U.S. This credential demonstrates a specialized and in-depth knowledge in the prevention and treatment of individuals living with pre-diabetes and diabetes. Reason 2: Currently, 13% of people in the U.S. have diabetes and another 36% have pre-diabetes which means 49% of Americans are running around with elevated blood glucose levels. Given this epidemic, there will be plenty of future job opportunities. Reason 3: Having my CDCES along with my nursing degree, has opened many doors of opportunity; from working as an inpatient Diabetes Nurse Specialist in a hospital to working as a Manager of Diabetes Education in the outpatient setting to starting my own consulting company.
Read More: CDCES Basic Prep Bundle | 30+ Online Courses | 47 CEs Beverly has custom designed this course bundle to prepare you for your CDCES (formerly known as CDE) or BC-ADM Exam. This bundle includes Levels 1 through 3 (AKA Boot Camp) plus our Technology and Test Taking Toolkits Included in this bundle is:
CDCES Basic Prep Bundle | 30+ Online Courses | 47 CEs
Read More: CDCES Deluxe Prep Bundle | 30+ Online Courses + Bonus Items | 47 CEs Beverly has custom-designed this course bundle to prepare you for your CDCES Exam. This bundle includes our CDCES Online Prep Bundle (featured above) plus the ADCES (formerly AADE) Review Guide – 5th Edition – Revised. This bundle includes Levels 1 through 3 (AKA Boot Camp), toolkits, plus the ADCES Review Guide. Included in this bundle is:
CDCES Deluxe Prep Bundle | 30+ Online Courses + Bonus Items | 47 CEs
Read More: Virtual DiabetesEd Training Conference - Airs April 26th - 28th Virtual DiabetesEd Training Conference – Airs April 26-28th | Earn 30+ CEs Whether you are new to diabetes or a seasoned expert, you’ll benefit from this virtual conference with the latest research plus critical content that you can immediately apply to your clinical practice. If you are seeking a state-of-the-art review of current diabetes care, this course is for you. Our team has been fine-tuning this course for over fifteen years, and we know what you need. This program can also be a great addition to your CDCES or BC-ADM exam study plan.
Read More: Art & Science of Diabetes Desk Reference plus Diabetes Review Guide Book Bundle These 2 Books are the perfect study combination. The Art and Science of Diabetes Care and Education, 5th Edition is a specialist’s one-volume, go-to resource for the core knowledge and skills for providing person-centered care and education to persons with diabetes and related chronic conditions. The Review Guide offer 480 sample test questions with the rationale for the best answer. If you are working toward the Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist® (CDCES) exam, these tools will help you across the finish line.ADCES Desk Reference +Review Guide = Savings
Read More: ADA 2023 Standards of Medical Care in Diabetes Book ADA 2023 Standards of Medical Care in Diabetes This yearly publication by the American Diabetes Association outlines the goals of care for diabetes management. Since it is evidence-based, it includes a useful summary of the trials and research that the goals are based on. A must-read if you are entering the diabetes field or preparing to take the CDCES or BC-ADM Exam.
Read More: Medication & Insulin Pocketcard Our four-sided medication accordion Pocketcards were designed by Coach Beverly Thomassian to assist in clinical practice and exam preparation. One of our best sellers, the Diabetes Medication PocketCard is perfect for all Diabetes Care and Education Specialists. Medication and Insulin PocketCards
Practice Hours Requirement Adjusted for Pandemic: The CBDCE has extended the adjusted hours required to “address the continuing impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the ability of health professionals pursuing the CDCES credential:
More questions? Visit CBDCE (formerly NCBDE) eligibility page or you can call 1-877-239-3233 or email info@ncbde.org with any questions.
Read More: Recommended Articles ADA Standards of Care 2023 – This yearly publication by the American Diabetes Association outlines the national goals of care based on the latest research for diabetes management. This is one of the most important guidelines to read as a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist American Diabetes Association Abridged Standards of Care 2023 for Primary Care Providers – Short on time? This abridged version provides a summary of ADA Standards. Screening and Diagnosis of Diabetes Mellitus 2023 – One-page cheat sheet that summarizes screening, risk status, and diagnostic criteria for diabetes. Great for your office and as a study tool. Pharmacologic Approaches to Glycemic Treatment in 2023. This ADA/EASD hyperglycemia road map details strategies to improve glucose management for both Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes. Section 9 of Standards of Care, 2023 Language & Diabetes. What we say matters | Resource page Med Cheat Sheets | Cholesterol and Hypertension Medications/Neuropathy Treatment for Diabetes 2023 – These summary sheets are helpful for your clinical practice and preparing for certification exams. For exam success, be familiar with the general concepts, (side effects and precautions) of these medications. ADCES 7™ Self-Care Behaviors – A must-read for anyone entering the field of Diabetes or as a reference for those already in the field. These 7 Self-Care Behaviors™ provide a framework for patient-centered diabetes self-management education and training (DSME/T) and care. AACE Comprehensive Type 2 Diabetes Management Algorithm 2020. This link provides the complete executive and slide set summary by an American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists/American College of Endocrinology Consensus Panel on Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. If you are taking the CDCES or BC-ADM exam, we encourage students to be familiar with the slide content that reviews diabetes management. 2022 National Standards for Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support – A joint position statement of the American Diabetes Association, the American Association of Diabetes Educators, and the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. An important document to review for those providing Diabetes Self-Management Education or those considering taking the certification exam. Landmark Studies – a short cheat sheets that highlights the major diabetes trials and the significant findings. We invite you to visit our comprehensive library of articles and resources – See more » The use of DES products does not guarantee the successful passage of the CDCES exam. CBDCE does not endorse any preparatory or review materials for the CDCES exam, except for those published by CBDCE.”**To satisfy the requirement for renewal of certification by continuing education for the Certification Board for Diabetes Care & Education (CBDCE), continuing education activities must be applicable to diabetes and approved by a provider on the CBDCE List of Recognized Providers (www.ncbde.org). CBDCE does not approve of continuing education. Diabetes Education Services is accredited/approved by the Commission of Dietetic Registration which is on the list of CBDCE Recognized Providers.”
Language is powerful and can have a strong impact on perceptions as well as behavior. This mini webinar and article provide recommendations for the language used by health care professionals and others when discussing diabetes through spoken or written words whether directed to people with diabetes, colleagues, or the general public, as well as research questions related to language and diabetes.
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Level 2 | Microvascular Complications, Eye, Kidney & Nerve Disease Standards | 1.5 CEs
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Level 2 | Cardiovascular Disease and Diabetes Standards | 1.5 CEs
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Virtual DiabetesEd Training Conference | April 26-28th | 30+ CEs
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