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Health professionals caring for and supporting people living with type 1 diabetes are encouraged to take part in the OzDAFNE program.
DAFNE stands for Dose Adjustment For Normal Eating and is a comprehensive education program that helps people manage their type 1 diabetes and adjust their insulin doses.
The program is known as OzDAFNE in Australia and is administered by Diabetes Victoria with support from the NDSS.
By attending one of its workshops, you will gain the confidence to support your clients in using OzDAFNE guidelines and principles.
Expert OzDAFNE facilitators from Diabetes Victoria will explain OzDAFNE guidelines for the following:
You will also have the chance to hear from an OzDAFNE program participant and to learn about the accreditation and training process for OzDAFNE facilitators*.
Format: The workshop is delivered as a pre-recorded presentation with additional activities, allowing for self-paced learning. The workshop is expected to take 5–7 hours to complete. You can register at any time. Once you register, you will be sent the video link and supporting handouts via email within two business days. You can then complete the workshop at your own pace (there is no deadline for completion).
Continuing Professional Development points: The OzDAFNE Health Professional Workshop is an ADEA-Endorsed Educational Program. Successful completion of the workshop provides you with 7 CPD points.
To register: Click this link to go to the registration page of the next available program.
Cost: $160 (including GST) per person. Group discounts are available — please contact Diabetes Victoria via email (OzDAFNE@diabetesvic.org.au) to discuss.
Flyer: Download the OzDAFNE HP Workshop flyer.
Enquiries: Contact the OzDAFNE team via email or call 03 9667 1719.
*Please note: The OzDAFNE Health Professional workshop does not provide accreditation for running OzDAFNE programs. For more information about the OzDAFNE Training Process, please visit the official OzDAFNE website.
Nutrition Masterclass, a licensing initiative with The Endocrine Society, USA, is a free knowledge-enhancement online certification program on the role of medical nutrition therapy (MNT) in diabetes management. The program comprises of three courses developed in consultation with Dr Jeffrey Mechanick (endocrinologist at The Mount Sinai Hospital, New York) and Dr Osama Hamdy (Joslin Diabetes Center). On completion of the courses, participants can download a certificate from The Endocrine Society, USA.
Online course
This exciting professional development opportunity is being conducted by Deakin University specifically for diabetes educators and is endorsed by ADEA. Successful program completion will enable you to use Guided Self Determination (GSD) online with your clients.
The Guided Self-Determination (GSD) method is designed to guide adults with diabetes (Type I and Type II) to enjoy a healthier life through self-reflection and interactions in 6–7 conversations online with diabetes educators.
The GSD method is an evidence-based program for adults to self-manage the complexity of living with diabetes. The GSD method emphasises mutual reflection by clients and their diabetes educators, and consideration of what is important to clients as a priority.
The professional development for diabetes educators will focus on learning knowledge and skills to use the GSD program online, facilitation of 6–7 interactive online sessions with adult clients with diabetes, and an assessment for ADEA endorsement.
The educational program involves e-learning, practical skill development with individual and group feedback, practice with real clients, and assessments. As a diabetes educator, you will draw on your practical knowledge and experience to develop knowledge and skills in facilitating GSD conversations with those who have lost motivation to manage their own diabetes.
If you are a diabetes educator with more than 2 years’ experience in diabetes care, this program is for you.
Time Commitment
First: Approximately 3–4 hours of pre-workshop reading.
Subsequently, at times that are suitable for you: Meet two of your own clients online to facilitate 6-7 GSD conversations with each of them over a 2-6 month time period. Each conversation usually lasts 15–45 minutes.
Finally, you will be asked to do a brief online assessment to obtain CPD points from this ADEA endorsed course.
Cost
The GSD preparatory learning materials and workshop is $200 including GST. A certificate of completion and endorsement by ADEA will be provided after you have completed the program with two clients and the assessment.
Possible Benefits
You will gain advanced communication skills, recognition as a Guided Self-Determination Practitioner and the opportunity to use your knowledge and experience to mentor others in subsequent programs.
Registration
Please register by contacting gsdh@deakin.edu.au
If you have any questions, please contact Professor Bodil Rasmussen (gsdh@deakin.edu.au)
Online course
The EMPOWER T2i program targets people with Type 2 diabetes, who are new to insulin therapy or have been using it previously, to increase their confidence and self-management skills to improve glycaemic control. Empower T2i is a two-part program with Module 1 being an interactive voiceover power point presentation that participants are to complete in their own time prior to attending module 2, which is facilitated either online or face to face by a CDE who has achieved endorsement as an Empower Trainer.
CDE Facilitator training is a 2-step process. Initially CDEs attend a 2-hour online training session delivered by a CDE Empower Co Ordinator, this training includes introduction of the program philosophy, educational theory, session activities, delivery skills and all learning outcomes. They will also be trained in the use of the approved materials within the defined structure curriculum. The second step is an accreditation process where the CDE is observed delivering an Empower T2i session to clients by a CDE Empower T2i Coordinator to ensure the CDE achieves the level required to be endorsed as an Empower T2i Trainer within the competency framework. The CDE will receive written feedback and discussion of any necessary improvements to be made following the observed session.
Online course
Diabetes Essentials is a comprehensive online eLearning program which covers all aspects of diabetes from diagnosis to management. It is suitable for any health professional who is interested in increasing their diabetes knowledge and gain an understanding of diabetes pathophysiology, diabetes management principles, and prevention of complications.
Facebook: @diabetesqualified https://www.facebook.com/diabetesqualified
Linked: #diabetesqualified https://www.linkedin.com/company/diabetes-qualified
Webinar series
These webinars provide the latest clinical management updates based on new/emerging guidelines (e.g. IDF Diabetes & Ramadan guidelines, APEG type 2 diabetes in adolescents, and RACGP/DA type 2 management guidelines). They aim to keep CDEs abreast of latest guidelines and recommendations for best practice in numerous populations with diabetes ensuring the clinical management is evidence based and practical.
This online course is for health professionals who provide care for women with diabetes. Three eLearning modules cover key elements of planning and preparing for pregnancy for women with type 1 or type 2 diabetes including:
Four non-assessed case studies have been incorporated into the modules to assist learners with applying the content to their practice.
The course takes approximately 2 hours to complete. A certificate is provided upon completion of the modules and course evaluation.
For further information please head to the NDSS Website
Online Course
The Provision of Eye Health Equipment and Training project funded by the Commonwealth Department of Health delivers retinal cameras to 166 health services that services Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities throughout Australia. The cameras aim to enable primary-level access to a retinal photograph for people with diabetes, triggering referrals for a comprehensive eye examination or treatment where required. Training to use the retinal cameras are provided through a combination of online and face to face modules. The online component of the modules will remain available for free beyond the life of the project.
Health professionals caring for and supporting people living with type 1 diabetes are encouraged to take part in the OzDAFNE program.
DAFNE stands for Dose Adjustment For Normal Eating and is a comprehensive education program that helps people manage their type 1 diabetes and adjust their insulin doses.
The program is known as OzDAFNE in Australia and is administered by Diabetes Victoria with support from the NDSS.
By attending one of its workshops, you will gain the confidence to support your clients in using OzDAFNE guidelines and principles.
Expert OzDAFNE facilitators from Diabetes Victoria will explain OzDAFNE guidelines for the following:
You will also have the chance to hear from an OzDAFNE program participant and to learn about the accreditation and training process for OzDAFNE facilitators*.
Format: The workshop is delivered as a pre-recorded presentation with additional activities, allowing for self-paced learning. The workshop is expected to take 5–7 hours to complete. You can register at any time. Once you register, you will be sent the video link and supporting handouts via email within two business days. You can then complete the workshop at your own pace (there is no deadline for completion).
Continuing Professional Development points: The OzDAFNE Health Professional Workshop is an ADEA-Endorsed Educational Program. Successful completion of the workshop provides you with 7 CPD points.
To register: Click this link to go to the registration page of the next available program.
Cost: $160 (including GST) per person. Group discounts are available — please contact Diabetes Victoria via email (OzDAFNE@diabetesvic.org.au) to discuss.
Flyer: Download the OzDAFNE HP Workshop flyer.
Enquiries: Contact the OzDAFNE team via email or call 03 9667 1719.
*Please note: The OzDAFNE Health Professional workshop does not provide accreditation for running OzDAFNE programs. For more information about the OzDAFNE Training Process, please visit the official OzDAFNE website.
Nutrition Masterclass, a licensing initiative with The Endocrine Society, USA, is a free knowledge-enhancement online certification program on the role of medical nutrition therapy (MNT) in diabetes management. The program comprises of three courses developed in consultation with Dr Jeffrey Mechanick (endocrinologist at The Mount Sinai Hospital, New York) and Dr Osama Hamdy (Joslin Diabetes Center). On completion of the courses, participants can download a certificate from The Endocrine Society, USA.
Online course
This exciting professional development opportunity is being conducted by Deakin University specifically for diabetes educators and is endorsed by ADEA. Successful program completion will enable you to use Guided Self Determination (GSD) online with your clients.
The Guided Self-Determination (GSD) method is designed to guide adults with diabetes (Type I and Type II) to enjoy a healthier life through self-reflection and interactions in 6–7 conversations online with diabetes educators.
The GSD method is an evidence-based program for adults to self-manage the complexity of living with diabetes. The GSD method emphasises mutual reflection by clients and their diabetes educators, and consideration of what is important to clients as a priority.
The professional development for diabetes educators will focus on learning knowledge and skills to use the GSD program online, facilitation of 6–7 interactive online sessions with adult clients with diabetes, and an assessment for ADEA endorsement.
The educational program involves e-learning, practical skill development with individual and group feedback, practice with real clients, and assessments. As a diabetes educator, you will draw on your practical knowledge and experience to develop knowledge and skills in facilitating GSD conversations with those who have lost motivation to manage their own diabetes.
If you are a diabetes educator with more than 2 years’ experience in diabetes care, this program is for you.
Time Commitment
First: Approximately 3–4 hours of pre-workshop reading.
Subsequently, at times that are suitable for you: Meet two of your own clients online to facilitate 6-7 GSD conversations with each of them over a 2-6 month time period. Each conversation usually lasts 15–45 minutes.
Finally, you will be asked to do a brief online assessment to obtain CPD points from this ADEA endorsed course.
Cost
The GSD preparatory learning materials and workshop is $200 including GST. A certificate of completion and endorsement by ADEA will be provided after you have completed the program with two clients and the assessment.
Possible Benefits
You will gain advanced communication skills, recognition as a Guided Self-Determination Practitioner and the opportunity to use your knowledge and experience to mentor others in subsequent programs.
Registration
Please register by contacting gsdh@deakin.edu.au
If you have any questions, please contact Professor Bodil Rasmussen (gsdh@deakin.edu.au)
Online course
The EMPOWER T2i program targets people with Type 2 diabetes, who are new to insulin therapy or have been using it previously, to increase their confidence and self-management skills to improve glycaemic control. Empower T2i is a two-part program with Module 1 being an interactive voiceover power point presentation that participants are to complete in their own time prior to attending module 2, which is facilitated either online or face to face by a CDE who has achieved endorsement as an Empower Trainer.
CDE Facilitator training is a 2-step process. Initially CDEs attend a 2-hour online training session delivered by a CDE Empower Co Ordinator, this training includes introduction of the program philosophy, educational theory, session activities, delivery skills and all learning outcomes. They will also be trained in the use of the approved materials within the defined structure curriculum. The second step is an accreditation process where the CDE is observed delivering an Empower T2i session to clients by a CDE Empower T2i Coordinator to ensure the CDE achieves the level required to be endorsed as an Empower T2i Trainer within the competency framework. The CDE will receive written feedback and discussion of any necessary improvements to be made following the observed session.
Online course
Diabetes Essentials is a comprehensive online eLearning program which covers all aspects of diabetes from diagnosis to management. It is suitable for any health professional who is interested in increasing their diabetes knowledge and gain an understanding of diabetes pathophysiology, diabetes management principles, and prevention of complications.
Facebook: @diabetesqualified https://www.facebook.com/diabetesqualified
Linked: #diabetesqualified https://www.linkedin.com/company/diabetes-qualified
Webinar series
These webinars provide the latest clinical management updates based on new/emerging guidelines (e.g. IDF Diabetes & Ramadan guidelines, APEG type 2 diabetes in adolescents, and RACGP/DA type 2 management guidelines). They aim to keep CDEs abreast of latest guidelines and recommendations for best practice in numerous populations with diabetes ensuring the clinical management is evidence based and practical.
This online course is for health professionals who provide care for women with diabetes. Three eLearning modules cover key elements of planning and preparing for pregnancy for women with type 1 or type 2 diabetes including:
Four non-assessed case studies have been incorporated into the modules to assist learners with applying the content to their practice.
The course takes approximately 2 hours to complete. A certificate is provided upon completion of the modules and course evaluation.
For further information please head to the NDSS Website
Online Course
The Provision of Eye Health Equipment and Training project funded by the Commonwealth Department of Health delivers retinal cameras to 166 health services that services Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities throughout Australia. The cameras aim to enable primary-level access to a retinal photograph for people with diabetes, triggering referrals for a comprehensive eye examination or treatment where required. Training to use the retinal cameras are provided through a combination of online and face to face modules. The online component of the modules will remain available for free beyond the life of the project.
