• Access Duration:  365 Days
• Awarded by: NCFE CACHE
• Qualification Level:  Level 2
• Qualification Number: 600/9311/0 
• Guided Learning Hours (GLH): 105 
• Total Qualification Time (TQT): 160

• Understand the meaning of diabetes, the types, symptoms, risk factors, and the impact on health and daily life.
• Learn how lifestyle, diet, and social factors influence diabetes management and the role of care frameworks in supporting individuals.
• Recognise how diabetes can affect individuals differently depending on age, health conditions, and personal circumstances, and identify local resources for support.
• Apply practical and communication skills to support individuals with diabetes, promote self-management, and guide them towards appropriate care and health strategies.

Want to understand how diabetes affects people’s daily lives and learn practical ways to support those living with it? The NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding the Care and Management of Diabetes gives you the knowledge, confidence, and skills to recognise diabetes types, understand care needs, and promote healthy management in personal, care, and community settings.

This course is suitable for individuals in the following roles and for those looking to progress into these roles:

• Diabetes Care Support Assistants
• Community Health and Wellbeing Workers
• Care and Support Workers with a focus on diabetes
• Youth or Family Support Assistants
• Workplace Health or Wellbeing Assistants
• Volunteer Peer Support or Health Mentors
• Health and Social Care Trainees
• Public Health or Community Outreach Assistants

• Minimum entry age is 16 and above.
• No formal entry requirements are set by the awarding body.
• To help you take the next step with confidence, please contact our team, who will be happy to assess your qualifications, confirm that this course matches your current level and entry requirements, and help you get started.

• This course can be completed through two flexible study options to suit your lifestyle:
  • Standard Course Plan (4 months) – ideal for learners balancing other commitments.
  • Fast Track Option (2 months) – perfect for those who can dedicate intensive study time.
• Most learners complete within their chosen timeframe, though some may finish earlier depending on personal circumstances and available study time. We accommodate your pace with unlimited support for 12 months. This Level 2 certificate requires approximately 105 guided learning hours.

T&C apply

To complete the NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding the Care and Management of Diabetes, you’ll build a portfolio of evidence that demonstrates your knowledge, understanding, and practical skills in mental health awareness and wellbeing support. This portfolio may include written assignments, reflective accounts, case studies, reports, professional discussions, or project work, all designed to show that you’ve met the required learning outcomes and assessment criteria for the qualification.

Internal Assessment and Quality Assurance

All assessments are conducted internally by qualified assessors at South London College.

Assessment evidence can include practical tasks, project work, reports, observations, professional discussions, and other suitable methods, all designed to show that you have achieved the required learning outcomes and assessment criteria.

Assessor Guidance and Support

Our experienced assessors will guide and support you throughout the assessment process. You can reach them via email, WhatsApp, web chat, or online discussions, so expert advice is always at hand.

The NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding the Care and Management of Diabetes gives you a solid foundation in understanding diabetes, its effects on individuals, and the practical skills needed to support people in managing their condition. You’ll learn to recognise types of diabetes, understand care requirements, and promote healthy lifestyle choices that support wellbeing.

Next Steps for a Potential Academic Progression Pathway

• Step 1: Level 3 Certificate in Understanding the Care and Management of Diabetes
• Step 2: Level 4 Certificate in Health and Social Care (or Healthcare Practice)
• Step 3: Bachelor’s Degree (BA/BSc) in Health and Social Care, Nursing, or a Related Healthcare Field

Alternative Pathways

• Level 2 Certificate in Health and Wellbeing
• Level 2 Certificate in Common Health Conditions

Curious about diabetes and how it affects people’s daily lives? The NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding the Care and Management of Diabetes gives you the knowledge, confidence, and practical skills to support individuals living with diabetes, promote healthy lifestyle choices, and provide effective care in personal, healthcare, and community settings. 

After completing this qualification, you could explore entry-level roles such as: 

• Diabetes Support Assistants – £17,000 
• Care Workers supporting individuals with diabetes – £18,000 
• Community Health Support Roles – £18,000 
• Junior Lifestyle or Wellness Assistants – £18,000 
• Healthcare Support Assistants focusing on diabetes – £19,000 

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