Diabetes: Improving Health Outcomes

Program Overview

This credit-bearing program in Diabetes Management for Healthcare Professionals aims to enhance knowledge and skills in diabetes prevention, detection, management, and patient support. Through day release sessions, participants engage with modules covering epidemiology, physiology, pharmacology, and interdisciplinary collaboration in diabetes care. The program emphasizes practical application through case presentations and assessments, and offers opportunities for career advancement in diabetes-related fields.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Overview: This credit-bearing course aims to equip healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills to effectively address the rising prevalence of diabetes in the UK.
• Objectives: The program focuses on enabling participants to gain expertise in:
• Prevention, early detection, and screening of diabetes.
• Clinical presentation and management of diabetes, including diabetic ketoacidosis.
• Self-management strategies for individuals with diabetes.
• Insulin management techniques.
• The connection between diabetes and obesity.
• The importance of interprofessional collaboration to optimize health outcomes and enhance patient experience.

Outline:

• Structure: The program is structured into day release sessions, allowing participants to balance their professional commitments while pursuing their studies.
• Course Schedule: The course is offered on specific days, with the following dates listed for 2025:
• March 28
• April 4, 11, 25
• May 2, 23, 30
• Modules:
• Epidemiology of diabetes mellitus and anatomy
• Physiology and disordered physiology
• Pharmacology of type 1 and 2 diabetes
• Investigations (screening tools), diagnosis and management of diabetes
• Complications of diabetes and their prevention, including cardiovascular disease, neuropathy, eye disease, and sexual health
• Wound management and the diabetic foot
• Psychological and socio-cultural issues in diabetes
• Health promotion in diabetes including behavior change and motivational interviewing
• Self-management and family members/carers support in the delivery of diabetes care
• Medical nutrition therapy and physical activity
• Diabetes across the lifespan (children/young people, in pregnancy, elderly)
• Impact of obesity and strategies to prevent the onset of diabetes
• Future trends in diabetes management - new and advanced therapies
• Inter-professional collaboration in diabetes management and the expert patient's perspectives of diabetes
• **New and advanced therapies in diabetes.

Assessment:

• Assessment Methods: The program employs a combination of assessment methods:
• Faculty: The course is led by Professor Muili Lawal.

Careers:

• Career Paths: The program is designed to enhance the skills and knowledge of healthcare professionals working in various settings.
It can be particularly beneficial for individuals seeking to advance their careers in diabetes care.
• Opportunities: Completing the course can open up opportunities for specialization in diabetes management, research, or education.
• Outcomes: Completion of this program can equip individuals with the necessary skills and knowledge to provide high-quality diabetes care.

Other:

• Locations: The course is taught at two locations:
• West London Campus
• Berkshire Institute for Health
• Course Requirements: Evidence of study at Level 6 (Degree Level) is required for enrollment.
• Cost: The course fee is £900 for September 2024 - August 2025.
• Credits: 20 credits are awarded upon successful completion.
• Related Courses: The program can be combined with other courses, including:
• PgCert/PgDip/MSc Clinical Practice
• MSc Advanced Professional Practice