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Shifting Diabetes
CPD ยท Specialist
An Awareness of Working with Diabetic Members
Diabetes affects millions, and you will work with gym members who live with it. This specialist CPD gives you the knowledge, skills and confidence to guide them safely.
CPD
Specialistย
Endorsement
CIMSPA ยท Active IQ
Format
Online, self paced
Certificate
On completion
Price
£130.00
inc VAT
CPD
CPD
Endorsement
CIMSPA ยท Active IQ
Format
Online, self paced
Certificate
On completion
About this course
What it covers
Diabetes is one of the fastest growing health challenges in the world. Understanding it, and how it affects physical activity, is essential for protecting your clients’ safety and helping them make real progress. This course gives you the knowledge, skills and confidence to work effectively and safely with diabetic clients. It is delivered by Shifting Diabetes, a CIMSPA Training Provider Partner founded by Phil Calvert, PhD(C), a leading voice in diabetes and physical activity education, and is endorsed by CIMSPA and Active IQ.
- Understanding diabetes and its main types
- How diabetes affects physical activity and exercise
- Keeping diabetic clients safe during sessions
- Supporting clients to train with confidence and progress
- Becoming a trusted ally in your clients' health
Who it's for
Support every client
- Personal trainers, coaches and instructors
- Gym, studio and leisure staff
- Leisure trusts and organisations training their teams
- Anyone wanting to support diabetic members safely
Good to know
Course details
How is it delivered?
Online and fully self paced, across six video sessions of around 30 to 40 minutes each. Most complete it in about six weeks, but you can go at your own pace
Is it endorsed?
Yes, it is endorsed by CIMSPA and REPS UAE and delivered by Shifting Diabetes, a CIMSPA Training Provider Partner. You earn a CPD certificate on completion.
Is it for organisations too?
Yes. As well as individual coaches, it supports leisure trusts and organisations training their teams to deliver diabetes focused initiatives.
Do I need anything first?
It is an awareness course suitable for fitness professionals of all levels.ย
Keep progressing
Coach diabetic clients with confidence
Become a trusted ally in your clients’ health. Study at your own pace and add this specialist CPD.