Qualification Number 603/5281/4

Minimum entry age 19

Guided Learning Hours 110

What does this qualification cover?

The qualification aims to:

• provide an understanding of the different types of diabetes and how they can occur
• develop awareness of how the onset of Type 2 diabetes can be delayed with lifestyle changes
• develop understanding of diabetes diagnosis and initial care
• develop understanding of on-going care and treatment of diabetes to control blood sugar levels.

Who is it suitable for?

The purpose of this qualification is to help learners into, or progress within, employment in the healthcare or social care sectors in a variety of job roles where an understanding of the care and management of diabetes is required. The qualification can be taken to support progression into further learning within the Health and Social Care sector.

This qualification is suitable for learners aged 19 and above.

What are the entry requirements?

There are no specific recommended prior learning requirements for this qualification.

How is this qualification structured?

The qualification is made up of four mandatory units:

• Unit 1 Understand the prevention and early intervention of Type 2 diabetes
• Unit 2 Understand the primary care and detection of diabetes
• Unit 3 Understand the treatment and management of diabetes
• Unit 4 Understanding Diabetes

How is it assessed?

This qualification is assessed via an internally assessed and externally verified portfolio of evidence.

Funding for our qualifications

This qualification is available fully funded under the Adult Skills Fund stream and is free to the candidate.