Certificate Course in Diabetic Foot Care and Preventive Podiatry for Healthcare Professionals (CCDPH)

Overview

• Diabetic foot is an important, yet much neglected complication of diabetes mellitus. It is common for people with diabetic foot problems to remain undiagnosed and untreated, especially in developing countries.
• Apart from doctors, the nurses, physiotherapists and other healthcare professionals have a significant role in the prevention and management of diabetic foot disorders.
• Their proper training in diabetic foot care and basic preventive aspects of podiatry can bring about significant change in the present scenario.
• Considering this, experts at the Chellaram Diabetes Institute have developed a unique online Certificate Course in Diabetic Foot Care and Preventive Podiatry for Healthcare Professionals (CCDPH), which aims to build the capacity of healthcare professionals, in diabetic foot care.
• This course is an abridged version of the CME Certificate Course in Diabetic Foot Management (CCCDFM), which has been developed by Chellaram Diabetes Institute for training doctors.
• The online platform allows for the healthcare professionals to learn at their own pace, and via, desktop, laptop, tablet or mobile.
• The course consists of six modules, which include lecture videos, case studies, pre- and post-test exams, and activities, which can be completed in about four hours, and in multiple sessions.

Eligibility

• Candidate who have completed graduation in healthcare disciplines of Medical, Nursing, Physiotherapy or other allied health/ paramedicals can apply for this course.

Minimum Education