Understanding the Care and Management of Diabetes Level 2 Certificate (ITS)
Course Overview
Understanding the Care and Management of Diabetes Level 2 Certificate (ITS)
The Level 2 Understanding the Care and Management of Diabetes Certificate will provide you with an understanding of the different types of diabetes and how they can occur.
You will gain knowledge of diabetes diagnosis, initial care, and how Type 2 diabetes can be delayed through lifestyle changes. You will also study ongoing care and treatment to control blood sugar levels.
Course content:
• Varying functions of glucose and insulin in the blood.
• Different forms and causes of diabetes.
• Risk factors associated with each type.
• Prevention and early intervention of type 2 diabetes.
• Paying attention to how the condition can be delayed or prevented through healthy lifestyle changes.
• How diabetes can be managed through treatment.
• The mental and physical impact of diabetes.
• Recommended blood glucose levels.
• Complications in people with diabetes.
Located at: Distance Learning
Course Start: Flexible start dates
Course length: 12 Months
Study Mode: Part-time
Course Code: QITSCMD201
Course Fees and Funding
How much does the course cost?
£724. This course is eligible for adult funding (eligibility criteria may apply). Please contact our team for advice on finance and funding options.
Aged 19 or over and thinking about studying a course?
You may be eligible for free or reduced course fees. Please visit the How to apply and fees page for further details.
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For further details, please contact our Information Unit by calling 01226 216 123 or emailing: info@barnsley.ac.uk
Having good English and Maths qualifications are important for most careers and we want to give you the help you need to succeed.
If you are aged 16 - 19 and don't hold a grade C/4 or above in GCSE English and Maths, you will automatically be included in your study programme. If you want to work towards achieving a higher grade in English and Maths, we can help you do that too and we offer Level 3 Mathematical Studies (Core Maths) which maybe added to your study programme, subject to approval from your chosen department.
If you're aged 19 or above and don't hold a grade C/4 or above in GCSE English and Maths we can help. We offer FREE English and Maths qualifications that can be studied on a part-time basis, subject to eligibility.
If you need any further information, please contact our Information Unit by calling 01226 216 123 or emailing: info@barnsley.ac.uk
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Disclaimer: Please note we reserve the right to change details without notice. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.
The course information on this page was last updated 09 October 2026.
