Learning Disabilities, Autism and Diabetes - Core - CDEP

People living with learning disabilities and / or autism have poorer health outcomes and lower life expectancies compared to the rest of the population. This topic is aimed at raising health and social care staff awareness of the challenges autistic people and people with learning disabilities face when they live with diabetes.

TOPIC TIPS... You do not have to complete the topic in one go... CDEP is designed to be done in 'bite-sized chunks' fitting into your busy life! This topic generally takes around 30 - 60 minutes to complete depending on your chosen CDEP level - although this may differ from person to person. There are a number of sections (competencies) within this topic, each with its own set of resources that may be useful to review should you require further support. However, undertaking the section itself is part of the learning process and will confirm or improve your current level of knowledge around that specific section, so why not jump straight in and have a go... This topic was developed together with expert support from Ruth Miller (Consultant Diabetes Nurse), Peter Beard (Delivery Manager, North West London) and Victoria Wright (Commissioning Manager, Somerset). A special mention goes to Mark, Trevor, Thomas and William who shared their lived experiences to make this training come alive.