Diabetes Awareness for Schools & Carers

Modules

Module 1: Module 1: What is diabetes?

Module one will give an overview of the importance of diabetes awareness. It will discuss what diabetes is, the difference between type 1 and type 2 diabetes, symptoms, and how diabetes can be managed.

Module 2: Hypoglycaemia and hyperglycaemia

Module two will give an overview of what hypoglycaemia and hyperglycaemia is, the difference between the two and how to identify each. It will share a list of symptoms of hyperglycaemia and how to manage those symptoms.

Module 3: Looking after yourself

Module three will give an overview how health can be maintained by eating a balanced diet, including how to create balanced meals. It also explores statistics related to type 2 diabetes and how diet has an impact on this.

Module 4: Diabetes in children

Module four will address myths and misconceptions surrounding diabetes in children. It also covers how to support and manage a child or young adult with diabetes and what to discuss with their diabetic nurse.