Virtual DiabetesEd Training Conference | April 16-18th, 2025 | Complete
Join Coach Beverly and Team for two and a half days of knowledge-sharing, fun, and “aha” moments for our Virtual DiabetesEd Training Conference. This conference was originally recorded on April 16th - 18th, 2025, and is available for on-demand viewing!
Attendees will leave this conference with new tools and a refreshed understanding of the latest advances in person-centered diabetes care. Our team highlights the ADA Standards of Care, medications, behavior change, technology, medical nutrition therapy, and more!
Our instructors co-teach the content to keep things fresh and lively.
Great for Exam Prep!
The Complete Training Conference registration includes a printed copy of the syllabus, ADA Standards of Care book, ADCES Certification Exam Review Guide book, and DiabetesEd Swag Goodie Bag.
This bundle is perfect for healthcare professionals who are studying for the Board Certified in Advanced Diabetes Management (BC-ADM) or the Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) certification exam.
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Friend Discount: 3 or more, save $50 per person. Email us at info@diabetesed.net with the name and email of each registrant to get the discount!
Can't join live? That's okay. Your registration guarantees you access to the recorded version of the series, along with podcasts and resources for one full year.
Our team expertly translates the complex science of diabetes into understandable terms while keeping it real, practical, and fun.
The team of expert faculty includes:
- Diana Isaacs, PharmD, BCPS, BC-ADM, BCACP, CDCES – Educator of the Year, 2020
- Coach Beverly Thomassian, RN, MPH, CDCES, BC-ADM
Who should attend? This library of critical information is designed for individuals or groups of diabetes specialists, including RNs, RDs, Pharmacists, Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Nurse Specialists, Physician Assistants, and other healthcare providers interested in staying up to date on current practices of care for people with diabetes and preparing for the certification exams.
- 3 Days (18.75 CEs): of critical information delivered by passionate speakers in an engaging and fun format!
- 11 Bonus Online Courses (13+ CEs): As a course attendee, you automatically receive a bonus online course bundle of 11 online courses valued at over $200. Coach Beverly carefully chose each of these courses based on student feedback on which content best helped them succeed at the Certification Exams and in their clinical practice. You will be given instructions after you purchase the course on how to enroll in our Online University and get started!
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Printed 100-page syllabus
- Swag Goodie Bag: Our Goodie Bag contains a FREE highlighter, 20-pack of monofilament, mop top pen, Tote Bag, and Med PocketCard.
- ADCES Review Guide 6th Ed. Book (475+ Practice Questions): The ADCES Review Guide is a fantastic independent study tool and comprehensive resource for the Diabetes Care and Education Specialist Exam and the BC-ADM Exam.
- ADA 2025 Standards of Care Book: The ADA Standards of Medical Care in Diabetes is a key resource for healthcare professionals involved in diabetes care, education, and support.
Conference Topics
Day 1 | “Standards of Care, Medications for Type 2 & Addressing Cardiovascular Disease” with Coach Beverly and Dr. Diana Isaacs
Our two experts highlight the critical content from the ADA Standards of Care, with a focus on important updates that impact clinical practice. Also included are discussions on medication management of diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
- Current State of Diabetes ADA Standards of Care
- Person-Centered Care for Type 1, Type 2, LADA, GDM
- Medical Evaluation, Risk Identification
- Glycemic Targets Across the Lifespan
- Hypoglycemia prevention & treatment
- Significance of Landmark Studies
- Medications for Type 2
- Pharmacology Algorithms – AACE and ADA
- Cardiovascular Monitoring and Management
Day 2 | “Insulin Fundamentals to Pattern Management, Physical Assessment & Diabetes Technologies” with Coach Beverly and Dr. Diana Isaacs
The first part includes a detailed discussion of insulin therapy, pattern management, and insulin delivery devices. A case study follows outlining a head-to-toe assessment of someone living with diabetes. The afternoon segment reviews the latest diabetes technology with a show-and-tell session that demonstrates pumps, sensors, and an array of diabetes gadgets. The final part includes a discussion on integrating mental health with body health and strategies to provide extraordinary diabetes care.
- Insulin – The Ultimate Hormone Replacement Therapy
- Insulin Pattern Management and Dosing Strategies
- Discuss strategies to determine and fine-tune basal and bolus insulin settings based on glucose pattern management
- List the elements of a tooth-to-toe assessment including lower extremities.
- Microvascular Disease – Screening Guidelines and Risk Reduction
- Utilizing diabetes and technology to improve care
- Integrating Mental Health with Body Health
- Provide strategies for healthcare professionals to overcome barriers and Deliver Extraordinary Diabetes Care
Day 3 | “Medical Nutrition Therapy & Pattern Management”
Enjoy a comprehensive review of the latest findings in nutrition therapy, utilizing a person-centered educational approach. Our expert will also discuss the impact of exercise on glucose and strategies to keep safe while keeping active.
- Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) – Keeping it Person Centered
- Evidence-based approaches to MNT
- Meal Planning – Hot to Eat by the Numbers
- Adjusting Meal Planning based on individual assessment
- Keeping Active with Diabetes
Learning Outcome:
Attendees will be able to articulate and integrate into practice, the pathophysiology, evidence-based goals, lifestyle, and pharmacologic management strategies for people living with diabetes across the lifespan.
Target Audience:
This course is a knowledge-based activity designed for individuals or groups of diabetes professionals, including RNs, RDs/RDNs, Pharmacists, Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Nurse Specialists, Physician Assistants, and other healthcare providers interested in staying up to date on current practices of care for people with prediabetes, diabetes, and other related conditions. The practice areas for RDs/RDNs for CDR reporting are healthcare, preventative care, wellness, and, lifestyle along with, education and research.
Fee: $589.00 (Group Discounts Available)
Accreditation Information: Diabetes Education Services is an approved provider by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider 12640, and Virtual DiabetesEd Training Conference | April 16-18th, 2025 awards 30+ CPEUs in accordance with the Commission on Dietetic Registration’s CPEU Prior Approval Program.
The use of DES products does not guarantee the successful passage of the certification exam. CBDCE and ADCES do not endorse any preparatory or review materials for the CDCES or BC-ADM exams, except for those published by CBDCE & ADCES.
