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She will also review sample test questions and the reasoning behind choosing the right answers. We hope you can join us.
Read More: Becoming Board Certified in Advanced Diabetes Management (BC-ADM) Becoming Board Certified in Advanced Diabetes Management (BC-ADM) provides an opportunity for diabetes specialists with an advanced degree in their field (plus a professional license as an advanced practice nurse, registered dietitian, registered pharmacist, or provider) to increase the breadth and depth of their diabetes knowledge. The scope of advanced diabetes practice includes management skills such as medication adjustment, medical nutrition therapy, exercise planning, counseling for behavior management, and psychosocial issues. Attaining optimal diabetes management includes using a person-centered approach coupled with assessment, screening, management, and monitoring of acute and chronic diabetes co-conditions. This webinar will review changes in requirements for 2022, exam eligibility and test format, strategies to succeed along with a review of study tips and test-taking tactics. We will review sample test questions and the reasoning behind choosing the right answers. We hope you can join us for this webinar. Instructor: Beverly Thomassian RN, MPH, CDCES, BC-ADM is a working educator who has passed her CDCES Exam 6 times and first earned her BC-ADM credential 20 years ago. She is a nationally recognized diabetes expert for over 25 years.
Read More: BC-ADM Deluxe Prep Bundle | Levels 2, 3, & 4 | 49 CEs Beverly has custom designed this course bundle to prepare you for your BC-ADM Exam. Including Level 2 (Standards of Care Intensive), Level 3 (Boot Camp), and Level 4, with plenty of practice tests to build your diabetes education foundation and prepare for the BC-ADM Exam. Included in this bundle is: BC-ADM Deluxe Prep Bundle | Levels 2, 3, & 4 | 49 CEs
Read More: Ultimate Bundle | Levels 1 - 4 + Toolkits | 58+ CEs The Ultimate Bundle includes Level 1, Level 2, Level 3 (Boot Camp), and Level 4, plus our Test Taking and Technology Toolkits. This bundle provides the full spectrum of information to help you feel confident in becoming a BC-ADM. Included in this bundle is: Ultimate Bundle | Levels 1 – 4 + Toolkits | 58+ CEs
Read More: The Complete Package - Ultimate Bundle + ADCES Book Bundle | 58+ CEs The Complete Package – Ultimate Bundle + ADCES Book Bundle | 58+ CEs This is our most economical package pricing yet! Earn CEs and receive a comprehensive overview of the science and art of diabetes education with a ton of exam practice questions. The complete package equips you with everything you need to achieve exam success and includes: Complete Package Online Courses Include: Complete Package Includes these Books & Pocketcards:
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: Complete Nurses Guide to Diabetes Care Book This guide provides nurses and health care professionals with key aspects of diabetes management, treatment, and risk reduction strategies. An excellent resource for those planning to take Board Certification in Advanced DM Management Exam (BC-ADM) or for those interested in expanding knowledge of issues specific to women, children, and the elderly. Includes management for type 1, type 2 and more. 3rd Ed 2017, 664 pgs.Complete Nurses Guide to Diabetes Care
Read More: ADA 2023 Standards of Medical Care in Diabetes Book 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.ADA 2023 Standards of Medical Care in Diabetes
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: Medication and Insulin PocketCards 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
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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. Purchase ADA Standards of Care 2023 Booklet Screening and Diagnosis of Diabetes Mellitus 2023 – A one-page cheat sheet that summarizes screening, risk status, and diagnostic criteria for diabetes. Great for your office and as a study tool. Med Cheat Sheets | Cholesterol and Hypertension Medications/Neuropathy Treatment for Diabetes 2023 – These summary sheets are helpful for your clinical practice and preparation for certification exams. For exam success, be familiar with the general concepts, (side effects and precautions) of these medications. An Introduction to Medical Statistics for Health Care Professionals – This classic chapter, recommended by the ADCES to review for BC-ADM, provides a review of helpful statistical terms and concepts. 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. ADCES Recommended Reading List – although outdated, this list includes helpful articles on statistics, quality improvement, and other reading suggestions.
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