The Diabetes Management Training Course is designed to provide healthcare professionals, carers, and educators with essential knowledge and skills to support individuals with diabetes. The course covers blood glucose monitoring, insulin administration, recognising hypo- and hyperglycaemia, and emergency response techniques.
This training ensures compliance with HIQA (Health Information & Quality Authority) and HSE (Health Service Executive) guidelines, equipping participants with best practices in managing Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes in healthcare, education, and home care settings.
๐ Duration: Half-Day (4 Hours)
๐ Location: Available at our training centre or onsite for groups
๐ Certification: PSTC Diabetes Management Certificate (Valid for 2 Years)
๐ก This course meets HIQA training requirements for healthcare and social care professionals.
PSTC certified
This Diabetes Management Course is ideal for:
โ๏ธ Healthcare assistants, nurses, and carers
โ๏ธ Nursing home, hospital, and residential care staff
โ๏ธ Community and home care workers
โ๏ธ SNAs (Special Needs Assistants) and school staff
โ๏ธ Social care and disability support workers
โ๏ธ Employers ensuring compliance with diabetes management guidelines
By the end of this course, participants will:
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Understand the causes, symptoms, and complications of Type 1 & Type 2 diabetes
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Perform blood glucose monitoring and interpret results accurately
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Recognise signs of hypo- and hyperglycaemia and respond appropriately
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Learn insulin administration techniques and safe handling of medication
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Manage dietary considerations and lifestyle factors for diabetes care
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Develop emergency response procedures for diabetic crises
๐ Instructor-led training with experienced diabetes care professionals
๐ Hands-on practice with blood glucose monitors and insulin pens
๐ Case studies and real-life diabetes care scenarios
๐ Group discussions and Q&A sessions
๐ Final theory and practical assessment for certification
Upon successful completion, participants receive a PSTC Diabetes Management Certificate, valid for 2 years.
๐ก Next Steps: Healthcare professionals and carers may also benefit from our Clinical Observations Training or Safe Administration of Medications Training.