Standard | Description |
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1 | Structured diabetes education should be offered to consumers as soon as possible after diagnosis and on an ongoing basis. |
2 | Structured diabetes education should be person-centered, use a variety of techniques to promote active learning, and be flexible enough to meet different needs. |
3 | Structured diabetes education should be provided by an appropriately trained facilitator. |
4 | Structured diabetes education should be evidence-based, reflect current clinical guidelines, and cover the four key indicators. |
5 | Structured diabetes education programs should strive to be equitable and accessible to all people. |
6 | Structured diabetes education should include a written curriculum with clearly defined learning aims and objectives. |
7 | Structured diabetes education content and resources must be assessed for and meet appropriate readability and health literacy levels. |
8 | Structured diabetes education should include evaluation that measures program aims and objectives, program fidelity and supports continuous quality improvement. |