NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding the Care and Management of Diabetes

610/4131/2

A nationally recognised Level 2 qualification designed to develop knowledge and understanding of diabetes, its prevention, diagnosis, treatment and ongoing management.

160 TQT • 105 GLH • Age 16+

About This Qualification

The NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding the Care and Management of Diabetes is designed for learners who want to develop their understanding of diabetes and how people living with the condition can be supported effectively.

The qualification explores the different types of diabetes and how they occur, the prevention and early intervention of Type 2 diabetes, diagnosis and initial care, and the ongoing treatment and management of diabetes to help control blood glucose levels.

The qualification consists of four mandatory knowledge-based units and is internally assessed. Learners do not need specific previous qualifications to enrol.

Qualification at a Glance

Awarding organisation

NCFE CACHE

Qualification number

603/1062/5

Level

Level 2

Total Qualification Time

160 Hours

Guided Learning Hours

105 Hours

Minimum Age

16+

How You’ll Study

You will study primarily through Magpie Training’s Moodle e-learning platform. Moodle gives you access to learning resources, assessment activities, feedback and assessor support.

In addition, you can work through the qualification around your employment and other commitments. Learners who prefer a traditional approach can also complete a paper-based portfolio.

How You’ll Be Assessed

You will build a portfolio of evidence to demonstrate your understanding of the qualification content. For example, evidence may include written assignments, structured tasks and questions and answers.

Your Magpie Training assessor will provide guidance and feedback throughout the programme. Once you have produced sufficient valid evidence, your assessor will confirm that you have met the qualification requirements.

No Workplace Placement Required

This qualification focuses on developing knowledge and understanding of diabetes and does not require learners to demonstrate occupational competence through workplace observation.

This means it can be studied flexibly by people already working within health and social care as well as those who are preparing to enter the sector.

Studying from anywhere in the UK?

You do not need to be based near Magpie Training. Our regulated qualifications can be supported nationally through Moodle, regular assessor contact and planned workplace evidence.

Who Is This Qualification For?

This qualification is suitable for a wide range of learners who want to develop their understanding of diabetes and its care and management.

It is particularly relevant to people working, or intending to work, within health and social care, as well as anyone whose role involves supporting people living with diabetes.

There are no specific recommended prior learning requirements, making it suitable both for existing care staff and learners looking to develop knowledge before progressing further within the sector.

Progression

Successful completion of this qualification can support progression into relevant employment within health and social care or education and can provide a foundation for further study.

NCFE specifically identifies progression routes including the Level 3 Certificate in Understanding the Care and Management of Diabetes, Level 3 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care, and Level 3 Certificate for Working in the Health Sector.

Ready to Start Your Qualification?

Speak to Magpie Training about enrolment, delivery options, workplace assessment and available funding.

The qualification can also support progression within employment by strengthening knowledge, confidence and evidence of occupational competence.