What Qualification/level is this course?
The Level 3 Certificate in Understanding the Care and Management of Diabetes focuses on core knowledge units. These are aligned to the types, causes, signs and symptoms of diabetes, anatomy and physiology, the impact of diabetes on individuals, others and society, the treatment and management of diabetes and common complications of diabetes.

Who is the course for?
The Level 3 qualification, at this level is aimed at an expert in the care and management of diabetes. They will have prior knowledge and skills at Level 2 in the related subject area.

What can I expect to learn?
The qualification comprises of the following core mandatory units: Understand diabetes Diabetes in context Understand the treatment and management of diabetes Understand the complications of diabetes

How will I learn?
A self-directed online course where learners will carry out research and reflection for the subject area. Learners will be directed to online tools and reputable websites. Learners must successfully demonstrate their achievement of all learning outcomes of the units to achieve the qualification. The learner will be assigned a marking tutor, additionally they will have the opportunity to meet online for dedicated support sessions associated to the subject area. .

How will I know how well I am doing?
Learners will have an assigned tutor who will communicate on the online platform and when needed telephone or Microsoft Teams. Work will be regularly assessed and marked, and learners will be provided with encouraging developmental feedback. Targets will be set at different stages of the course to enable learners to meet personal and course objectives.

Will I have to do any work at home?
We recommend at least 6 to 8 hours a week to complete research, reading and home study. Typically, the course can be completed in 6 months.

What will I need to provide?
Learners will need to have access to a computer or device to enable them to visit the online platform to complete and submit work. Telephone to enable tutor contact. Pen/pad of paper for taking notes for example to use during one to one phone meetings.

Are there any other costs?
There are no other costs in addition to the course fee.

What can I do next?
Your dedicated tutor will be pleased to discuss other courses that might assist your progression in this subject. You can also make an appointment with an ACL Career and Skills progression advisors to discuss your next steps.

Further information:
For information on ACL courses please see http://www.aclessex.com/ The National Careers Service provides information, advice and guidance to help you make decisions on learning, training and work. The service offers confidential and impartial advice and is supported by qualified careers advisers. To make an appointment please call 0800 100 900 (calls are free from landlines and most mobile numbers) or visit their website https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk