Diabetes Educator: Health professionals involved in the care of people with diabetes through communication, counselling and education.
Brief Job Description: Individuals in this job are involved in understanding the impact of health behaviour and lifestyle on acute and chronic problems of diabetes and provide a comprehensive, cost effective and self-care management plan.
Job Role
Provides education and skills for effective diabetes management in patients with diabetes or at risk of developing diabetes.
Minimum Educational Qualifications : Class XII in preferably in Science or Home Science
Maximum Educational Qualifications : Not applicable
Minimum Job Entry Age : Not Applicable
Experience : Not Applicable
Personal Attributes
The job requires individuals to be capable of appreciating the significance of a multidisciplinary approach and work in collaboration with a team of healthcare professionals involved in the management of diabetes. The professional should also engage the patients by educating and providing them with skills and knowledge for effective management of diabetes.