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The UK has the worlds fifth highest rate of type 1 diabetes in children.

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Learning outcomes

  • Gain a better understanding of what diabetes is and how it affects individuals
  • Learn about the everyday risks with diabetes and what responsibilities you have
  • Gain a better understanding of how to support students with diabetes on school trips

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Course contents

This training course is broken down into 5 sections

  1. 1
    What is Diabetes?
  2. 2
    Everyday Risks and Responsibilities
  3. 3
    Medication for Diabetes
  4. 4
    School Trips
  5. 5
    Education and Well-Being

Section 1

In this section we look at the two types of diabetes and the symptoms to watch out for in a child. We also explain the long-term effects of poorly controlled diabetes.

Section 2

Here, we discuss the health risks for a child with diabetes. We explain how school staff can recognise when a child's glucose levels are too low or too high, and how to help a child monitor and control their glucose levels. We also explain what to do in an emergency.

Section 3

This section covers the different types of medication that are used to treat diabetes, including tablets, insulin injections and insulin pumps. It also covers the medical equipment a child uses, and a step by step guide on how to administer an insulin injection.

Section 4

In this section we highlight everything that needs to be considered before and during a school trip – including long-stay and overnight trips. This also includes storing medication and what to do if a child becomes unwell.

Section 5

Diabetes can have a negative impact on a child’s education and well-being if they are not supported. In this section, we cover learning, exams, and how you can help by offering emotional and practical support.

About this course

Children with diabetes must manage their condition every day. It’s vital for their short and long-term health.

Around 35,000 children and young people (Under the age of 19) have diabetes in the UK alone. 96% of children are classified as having type 1 diabetes, 2% have type 2 diabetes and the other 2% have rare forms of diabetes or a diagnosis that is not yet defined.

The number of people being diagnosed with diabetes has dsoubled since 1996, therefore awareness and understanding of the health risks associated wiht diabetes is essential. For employees working in childcare, schools or in care, being able to support children with diabetes is increasingly important.

Diabetes training for teachers and carers offers a great insight for any employees who care for children with diabetes. Throughout the course, users will develop their knowledge on the following areas:

  • How diabetes works
  • Keeping children with diabetes happy and healthy
  • How to control glucose levels
  • What to do in an emergency
  • Providing daily emotional and practical support for children

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