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 helps learners develop essential knowledge of diabetes. It also explains how professionals can support people living with the condition.
Throughout the qualification, learners explore different types of diabetes and their causes. They also examine the prevention and early identification of Type 2 diabetes. In addition, they learn about diagnosis, treatment and managing blood glucose levels.
The qualification includes four mandatory knowledge-based units. As a result, learners can develop their understanding without completing workplace observations. No specific previous qualifications are required for enrolment.
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 provides access to learning resources, assessment activities and regular assessor feedback.
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 complete a portfolio of evidence to demonstrate your knowledge and understanding. For example, your assessments may include written assignments, structured tasks and questions and answers.
Throughout the programme, your Magpie Training assessor will provide guidance and feedback. Once you have met the assessment requirements, your assessor will confirm your achievement.
No Workplace Placement Required
This qualification focuses on developing knowledge and understanding of diabetes. Therefore, you do not need to demonstrate practical skills through workplace observations.
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 anyone who wants to understand 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.