Learner Outcomes

Students in the Intensive Insulin Management course will enhance their knowledge of current insulin therapies used by people with both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. Upon completion of the course you will be able to:

• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of:
  • Initiation of insulin therapy, titration and pattern management
  • Oral hypoglycemic agent adjustment with the initiation of insulin
  • The addition of prandial insulin to basal insulin for those with type 2 diabetes
• Demonstrate knowledge of intensive insulin therapy for those with type 1 and type 2 diabetes – including starting and adjusting Carbohydrate to Insulin Ratios and Correction Factors
• Demonstrate understanding of how to use the newest technologies that support diabetes management such as the insulin pump, continuous glucose monitor and glucose flash monitoring system
• Demonstrate knowledge of advanced topics such as: adjustments for travel and steroids, sick day management and fasting for a procedure

Interactive case studies will assist in the practical application of the course content.

Evaluation Method

Evaluation Item	Due Date
Case conference – Part 1	Week 3-5
Online written assignment 1	Week 6
Case conference – Part 2	Week 7-9
Online written assignment 2	Week 10
Web-based Final Examination	Week 12

Intended For

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