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Part 1: Foundations of Health and Wellness Coaching- Empowering diabetes self-management

Part 1: Foundations of Health and Wellness Coaching- Empowering diabetes self-management
This is the first microcredential in a four-part Foundations of Health and Wellness series, created for Credentialled Diabetes Educators (CDEs) and diabetes educators.
You can also access the full series as a bundled package, which includes all four microcredentials.

This course introduces and explores the concept of shifting from traditional expert-led models to more collaborative, person centred care.Participants will build on their existing skills or develop new ones by learning how health and wellness coaching can support sustainable behaviour change in people living with diabetes. The course introduces key definitions, core coaching principles, and practical insights into how coaching differs from other models.

The content covered in this microcredential is designed to be relevant for CDEs and diabetes educators practicing in all parts of Australia, from rural and remote areas to metropolitan regions.

This microcredential is suited for Credentialled Diabetes Educators (CDEs) and diabetes educators who support people living with diabetes in a variety of environments, including clinics, hospitals, community spaces, and private practices, among others.

It is also important that CDEs and diabetes educators practice within their role and scope.
Please revise the Role and Scope of Practice for Credentialled Diabetes Educators in Australia document.

Learning
This online course is designed for you to complete at your own pace. We recommend that you allow at least 2 hours to complete learning content and activities.
This microcredential has been accredited for 2 hours of Category 1 CPD or 2 CPD points, applicable to an individuals CPD plan upon successful completion of assessment.

Assessment
The course assessment consists of 10 multiple choice questions. To successfully complete the course and receive a certificate and digital badge, participants must achieve a pass mark of 80% or higher.

Learning outcomes
After completing this course, you will be able to:

• Explain how a new approach to supporting people living with diabetes can enhance self management and drive lasting behaviour change.
• Identify coaching principles that empower people living with diabetes.
• Explain the differences among the different types of coaching and their applications.
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