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Overview
On the Foundations of Diabetes programme at University of Sunderland you'll learn the essentials in consultation, diagnosis, and patient management. Learn from experienced specialists and gain 20 credits at degree level.
Key facts
This module covers key skills for working with people with diabetes. You’ll develop consultation skills and learn how diabetes is diagnosed. World Health Organisation (WHO) and NICE guidelines will be utilised. You’ll study the basic principles of managing diabetes. This includes medicines used in treatment. You’ll also learn about common complications of diabetes. These include eye, kidney, and nerve problems.
You'll have the option to study Foundations of Diabetes (Level 6) or Diabetes Care and Management (Level 7).
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- The basics of caring for diabetic patients
- How we use medicine to manage and treat diabetes
- Complications such as retinopathy, nephropathy, and neuropathy.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 3 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Sunderland, United Kingdom
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- You must be a registered healthcare professional. We'd prefer you to be working in a clinical setting delivering diabetes services.
- For level 6 study, you must have a previous level 5 qualification in a relevant field of study.
- For level 7 study, you must have a previous level 6 degree in a relevant field of study.
Tuition Fees
Additional Details
- Employers usually meets course costs. We advise that you speak to your workforce development lead before applying.
Living costs
Sunderland
United Kingdom
758 - 1438 GBP / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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