Diabetes Educator Graduate Certificate Program and Specialty Courses
The Diabetes Educator Graduate Certificate Program is recognized by the International Diabetes Federation
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Interested in a career in diabetes education? |
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What is Diabetes?
Diabetes is a condition in which the body either cannot produce insulin or cannot effectively use the insulin it produces. If it is left untreated or improperly managed, the high levels of blood sugar associated with diabetes can slowly damage both the small and large blood vessels in the body, resulting in a variety of complications.
What does a Diabetes Educator do?
Diabetes Educators partner with patients and their families to teach diabetes self-management and help patients gain control of their disease.
Why become a Diabetes Educator?
Since the 1920's, education has been recognized as key to the management of diabetes. Health professionals working in diabetes education are experts not only in the disease state, but also in teaching and behavior change. The role of the Diabetes Educator has grown from being an "expert" giving out information, to one of "facilitator", helping people with diabetes to manage the disease themselves.
| Nearly 1 in every 20 Canadians has Diabetes. |
Career Opportunities
The combination of an aging population and the rapidly escalating incidence of diabetes is increasing the global demand for Diabetes Educators.
How long does it take?
Michener's Diabetes Educator Graduate Certificate Program is designed to be flexible, and is offered by distance online education with a four day workshop. Study on your own time and at your own pace, and complete the Certificate in twelve months.
At the four day workshop , theory will be integrated with practice. You will participate in small group discussions, case presentations, role playing and teaching practice as you evaluate and problem solve diabetes patient cases. Workshops are conducted by Certified Diabetes Educator facilitators. Upon successful completion of the online program, workshop, and final exam you will receive The Michener Institute's Graduate Certificate in Diabetes Education.
Will this prepare me to write the Canadian Diabetes Educator Certification Exam?
The Michener Diabetes Educator Graduate Certificate Program reflects the competencies as described in the CDECB Handbook and as such will help educators prepare to write the Certified Diabetes Educator exam with the Canadian Diabetes Educator Certification Board (CDECB).
For more information on taking the CDE Exam, please visit their website at www.cdecb
Start Date
February 22, 2010
Admission Requirements
- Degree or diploma in a related health profession; AND
- A minimum of two years of current patient care experience in your profession
- Applicants for whom English is a second language must provide proof of an english language assessment.
Tuition
$1,480 per program not including textbooks
Tuition fees are subject to change
Tuition is payable in two installments
Tuition includes program materials, instructional support, workshop and evaluation.
You will be responsible for purchasing these textbooks.
Please visit the International Students page for the International Student tuition fees.
| Diabetes and it complications is the leading cause of death by a disease in Canada and is responsible for more deaths each year than AIDS, Breast Cancer and Lupus combined. |
How do I apply?
To apply please submit the following documents to The Michener Institute:
- A completed Michener Application Form
- A copy of your professional college registration or professional registration.
- Evidence of 2 years experience in your profession (Current resume or letter from your employer)
- Applicants for whom English is a second language must provide proof of an english language assessment
- $30 non-refundable application fee
Your application should be sent to:
Office of the Registrar
The Michener Institute
222 St. Patrick Street
Toronto, ON
M5T 1V4
Canada
Fax: (416) 596-3122
For more information on the application process please visit Michener's Admissions page.
Application Deadline
EXTENDED UNTIL: January 29th, 2010 ~CLOSED~
| The World Health Organization estimates the number of people with Diabetes will reach an alarming 300 million by 2025 |
What will I learn?
There are 7 Modules in the Diabetes Educator Graduate Certificate Program
1-1 Teaching and Learning Textbook: The How to of Patient Education
1-2 Literacy
2-1 Pathophysiology
2-2 Diagnosis and Types
2-3 Prevention and Health Promotion
3-1 Psychosocial
3-2 Behaviour Change
3-3 Self Management
3-4 Exercise
3-5 Nutrition
4-1 Blood Glucose Lowering Medications
4-2 Insulin
4-3 Perioperative
5-1 Acute Complications
5-2 Chronic Complications
5-3 Neuropathy
6-1 Diabetes in First Nations
6-2 Diabetes in Pregnancy
6-3 Paediatrics
6-4 Sexual Health
Each online module contains learning objectives, a pre and post self-assessment quiz, course reading materials, a list of supplementary reading, assignments and workshop preparation activities. You are encouraged to identify your own learning needs and go beyond the material provided in each module to consult additional information resources. Evaluation is conducted by certified facilitators and will include written assignments, case studies, online case conferences, presentations, assessment of teaching skills and a final web based examination.
Workshop Component
The 3 day workshop builds on your personal knowledge and experience and is conducted by experienced facilitators who are Certified Diabetes Educators. Participate in small group discussions, case presentations and role playing as you evaluate and problem solve case studies. You will receive written, oral and videotaped feedback from the faculty and your peers. Each program includes 3 days of workshops offered in a variety of formats. Workshop dates and locations are updated regularly.
Workshops will be held in November 2010. Dates to be advised.
Diabetes Specialty Courses
The following advanced level specialty courses may be taken independent of the Diabetes Educator Graduate Certificate Program. These courses have been designed to advance the practice of diabetes educators and interprofessional health care providers.
DE 801 Diabetes in Children and Adolescents
DE 803 Diabetes: Strategies For Behaviour Change
Interesting Links
Canadian Diabetes Association
International Diabetes Federation
American Association of Diabetes Educators
