Time: approx. 30 minutes – 1 hour (depending on existing knowledge)
Part four of our diabetes and pancreatic cancer six-part course will explore the nutritional management of diabetes in pancreatic cancer. This includes an overview and aims of nutritional management of diabetes in pancreatic cancer, what to do if someone has a low appetite and/or is losing weight and supporting people who are well with maintaining a healthy intake.
If you haven’t already taken part one: an introduction to pancreatic cancer and diabetes you’ll need to take this module before taking the other parts of the course. This is so you have a good grounding knowledge of pancreatic cancer and diabetes before diving deeper into specific topics. You will then be able to take any or all of the other parts of the course, and in whatever order you like.
Who is part four of the course for?
Part four of the course is aimed at all health professionals supporting and caring for people with diabetes and pancreatic cancer who would like more information on the nutritional management of diabetes in pancreatic cancer.
The course aims to increase understanding of diabetes and pancreatic cancer where there is often intersection between job roles (such as HPB CNSs and DSNs). It aims to help you deliver your role in the best way possible.
What will you achieve from taking part four of this course?
- Knowledge and understanding of the aims of nutritional management of diabetes in pancreatic cancer.
- Knowledge and understanding of supporting people with their nutrition when they have a low appetite and/or are losing weight
- Knowledge and understanding of supporting people who are well in maintaining a healthy intake.
There will be a short quiz toward the end of the course to test your knowledge of the course content. You will receive a CPD certificate of completion at the end of course.
FAQs
Do I need to complete the module in one go?
No. You can start the module and come back to it later to complete it. The course will remember your progress.
Can I get CPD from taking this module?
Yes. This course is CPD certified. On completion of the course, you will receive a certificate with the CPD stamp which you can use for revalidation.
Do I need to take all six parts of this course?
Depending on your role and existing knowledge, you can pick and choose which parts of the course you would like to take (other than part one which is mandatory). We recommend taking all six parts, however, it’s your choice and you’ll receive a CPD certificate for each part completed.
Contact us
If you have any questions about the course or if you need any help, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us at hpnetwork@pancreaticcancer.org.uk
