PROGRAM
Behavioral Health in Diabetes Care
OVERVIEW
This 7-module program supports a person-first, whole-person approach to diabetes care by integrating behavioral health strategies into everyday practice. Designed for certified diabetes care and education specialists (CDCESs), social workers, and the broader diabetes care team, the course focuses on practical, compassionate care that addresses physical and emotional needs.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
CREDITS
5.25 CE
EXPIRATION DATE
September 11, 2026
MODULE 1
Partnering with the Person Beyond Diagnosis
Explores how to support the whole person in diabetes care by integrating behavioral health, social, and cultural considerations
MODULE 2
Overview of Behavioral Health in Diabetes Care
Provides a broad understanding of behavioral and mental health challenges commonly experienced throughout the diabetes care journey.
MODULE 3
Effective Communication in Diabetes Care
Focuses on using person-centered, strengths-based communication techniques to engage individuals in meaningful and supportive ways.
MODULE 4
Nutrition and Behavioral Health in Diabetes
Examines how nutrition, cultural factors, and eating challenges influence diabetes care and emotional well-being.
MODULE 5
Anxiety, Depression, and Diabetes Distress in People with Diabetes
Addresses how emotional health conditions affect self-care and outcomes, and offers strategies for screening and support.
MODULE 6
Screening, Referral, and Behavioral Interventions
Guides learners in interpreting screening tools, making referrals, and applying behavioral interventions in routine diabetes care.
MODULE 7
Community Engagement and Behavioral Health Support
Covers ways to address systemic barriers and build community partnerships to improve behavioral health support in diabetes care.
Jennalee Woolridge, PhD, CDCES
Assistant Professor, Clinical Psychologist
University of California San Diego, VA San Diego Health Care System
San Diego, CA
Jessica Pierce, PhD
Senior Research Scientist
Nemours Children’s Health
Orlando, FL
Heather Stuckey, EdD
Professor of Medicine
Penn State University College of Medicine
Harrisburg, PA
Allison Lewinski, PhD, MPH, FAAN
Assistant Professor
Duke University School of Nursing
Durham, NC
Allyson Hughes, PhD
Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine
Nelsonville, OH
Katherine Barnard-Kelly, PhD
Professor of Health Psychology
Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust, Spotlight AQ-Ltd
Fareham, NH
Jaclynn Hawkins, MSW, PhD
Associate Professor
University of Michigan
Belleville, MI
This program is supported by an unrestricted educational grant from The Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust.
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