Learner Outcomes

Students in the Foundations of Foot Management in Diabetes course will learn to identify, prevent and treat complications of the feet related to diabetes based on a patient-centered, evidence-based model. Upon completion of the course, you will be able to:

1. Recognize the impact of diabetes of the health of Canadians
2. Complete a holistic assessment of the person with diabetes to determine their risk of developing foot complications
3. Identify how the pathology of diabetes and identified risks have impacted the health of the person’s foot and/or can interfere with healing of a foot ulcer
4. Develop a plan of care to prevent and/or treat intrinsic and extrinsic diabetes related foot complications
5. Ensure sustainability of care to reduce risk of complications

Evaluation Method

Evaluation Item	Due Date
Module Quizzes	Week 2, 4, 7
Graded Online Discussion	Week 2, 4, 7
Assignment 1	Week 5
Assignment 2	Week 9
Web-based Final Examination	Week 10

Intended For

Practicing health professionals with knowledge of diabetes and its management. This course will build on basic knowledge already in place.