Professional education through practical training supports the transition from theory to practice, enabling providers to take an interactive approach to learning. In this program, providers work alongside physicians and advanced Certified Diabetes Educators (CDEs) allowing them to gain experience working within a highly functional multidisciplinary team. It is a well-known fact that diabetes requires a multidisciplinary approach because there are so many components to its management. Understanding how to effectively utilize all members of the team to provide patients with the education and support necessary to achieve their individual health goals is an essential component to providing effective, patient-centered care. Learning as part of a multidisciplinary team encourages providers to ask questions at the point of learning, gain a very comprehensive understanding of diabetes, become more comfortable and confident with their knowledge, and learn ways to communicate this health information effectively and confidently to their patients.

At C-endo our Diabetes Professional Practice Program is an innovative opportunity to gain a better understanding of the CDEs unique role in the management of patients with diabetes. It is an excellent opportunity to increase your understanding of your role as a diabetes healthcare professional and improve your skills in diabetes management and care.

This one week practical, standardized, and comprehensive training program is designed to be suitable for all health providers and ensures that each provider receives the knowledge and tools that they individually need to provide effective diabetes education confidently to their patients.

Participants will complete a learning needs assessments and online learning modules prior to attending 3 on-site clinic days. During clinic days, participants will work with our advanced CDEs including Registered Dietitians, Registered Nurses, and Pharmacists. You also have the opportunity to observe the Endocrinologists and Internal Medicine Specialists working within our clinic. You will have the ability to see the team members interact with patients in both individual appointments and within a group setting, learning hands on practical medical and nutritional therapy for both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes.

Diabetes Professional Practice Program: $1500.00

If you are a registered healthcare professional interested in participating in the program, please contact Elyse Morton, Manager of Endocrinology, Research & Innovation.

Healthcare professionals from across Canada and the USA, along with industry professionals and representatives are encouraged to apply.