Occupation

263933 Diabetes Educator

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OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
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2024, Version 1.0

263933 Diabetes Educator

Provides advice and delivers clinical diabetes education to people living with or at risk of developing diabetes.

Registration or licensing is required.

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • Provides advice and education on the management of diabetes and diabetes-related complications
  • Advises patients on proper use, safety and side effects of diabetes medication
  • Educates patients on blood glucose monitoring
  • Provides lifestyle and dietary modification advice to help support diabetes management
  • Works collaboratively with other Health Professionals to implement strategies to prevent negative outcomes from diabetes