The LICQual Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in Diabetes Management (PgDDM) is a prestigious qualification specifically designed for healthcare professionals seeking to advance their expertise in diabetes care. This programme is not intended for fresh entrants but is aimed at experienced practitioners who wish to enhance their career prospects, broaden their clinical knowledge, and actively engage in Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
Learners undertaking this Level 7 postgraduate diploma will gain a comprehensive understanding of advanced diabetes management, including patient assessment, diagnostic techniques, treatment strategies, and long-term care planning. The course equips learners with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills necessary to manage complex cases, optimise patient outcomes, and contribute effectively to multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
Centres delivering the PgDDM in Diabetes Management are required to meet rigorous standards to maintain the highest quality of training. This includes employing competent and qualified staff with extensive clinical experience, providing learners with access to all necessary materials, resources, and modern learning facilities. Such standards ensure that every learner receives a rich educational experience and the support needed to achieve academic and professional success.
This qualification is ideal for medical practitioners, diabetes specialists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals committed to advancing their clinical practice. By completing the LICQual Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in Diabetes Management, learners position themselves for career progression, increased professional recognition, and the ability to deliver high-quality, evidence-based diabetes care within their practice and the wider healthcare community.
Course Overview
Qualification Title
LICQual Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in Diabetes Management (PgDDM)
Total Units
6
Total Credits
120
GLH
600
Qualification #
LICQ2200956
Qualification Specification
To enroll in the LICQual Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in Diabetes Management (PgDDM) , applicants must meet the following criteria:
|
Qualification# |
Unit Title |
Credits |
GLH |
|---|---|---|---|
|
LICQ2200956-1 |
Advanced Principles of Diabetes Management |
20 |
100 |
|
LICQ2200956-2 |
Clinical Assessment and Diagnosis in Diabetes |
20 |
100 |
|
LICQ2200956-3 |
Therapeutic Interventions and Diabetes Treatments |
20 |
100 |
|
LICQ2200956-4 |
Diabetes Complications and Advanced Care |
20 |
100 |
|
LICQ2200956-5 |
Diabetes Research, Audit, and Laboratory Interpretation |
20 |
100 |
|
LICQ2200956-6 |
Professional Practice, Ethics, and CPD in Diabetes Care |
20 |
100 |
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
Unit 1: Advanced Principles of Diabetes Management
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
- Critically evaluate the pathophysiology, risk factors, and complications of diabetes mellitus
- Analyse current research and emerging innovations in diabetes care
- Apply evidence-based principles to inform clinical decision-making
- Assess strategies for prevention and management of diabetes at an advanced level
Unit 2: Clinical Assessment and Diagnosis in Diabetes
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments using advanced clinical techniques
- Interpret laboratory tests, diagnostic investigations, and clinical data
- Apply differential diagnostic strategies to identify complex diabetes cases
- Formulate evidence-based management plans tailored to individual patient needs
Unit 3: Therapeutic Interventions and Diabetes Treatments
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
- Critically evaluate pharmacological, lifestyle, and multidisciplinary treatment approaches
- Design and implement personalised treatment plans for patients with diabetes
- Monitor patient outcomes and manage treatment-related complications
- Apply evidence-based strategies to optimise long-term diabetes care
Unit 4: Diabetes Complications and Advanced Care
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
- Analyse acute and chronic complications associated with diabetes
- Develop strategies for early detection, prevention, and management of complications
- Integrate multidisciplinary approaches to complex patient care
- Critically evaluate outcomes to improve quality of care
Unit 5: Diabetes Research, Audit, and Laboratory Interpretation
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
- Analyse laboratory data relevant to diabetes management
- Conduct clinical audits and quality improvement projects
- Critically appraise emerging research for application in clinical practice
- Apply research findings to enhance patient care and clinical decision-making
Unit 6: Professional Practice, Ethics, and CPD in Diabetes Care
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
- Apply ethical, legal, and professional standards in diabetes care practice
- Develop a personalised Continuing Professional Development (CPD) plan
- Critically evaluate emerging trends and innovations in diabetes management
- Implement quality improvement strategies to enhance clinical practice
This course is designed for healthcare professionals seeking advanced expertise in diabetes care:
- Medical Practitioners and Physicians aiming to specialise or update their knowledge in diabetes management.
- Diabetes Specialists and Endocrinologists seeking to expand understanding of complex diabetes cases.
- Nurses and Advanced Practice Nurses involved in diabetes care or primary care wishing to enhance clinical skills.
- Healthcare Professionals in Related Fields such as dietetics, nutrition, or chronic disease management.
- Professionals Committed to Continuing Professional Development (CPD) who wish to maintain and enhance clinical competence.
- Clinicians Aspiring for Career Progression who want a recognised Level 7 qualification to strengthen professional credibility.
To ensure high-quality delivery and learner success, centres offering these Level 7 postgraduate diplomas must meet the following standards:
- Qualified and Competent Staff: Centres must employ staff with recognised qualifications, extensive clinical experience, and proven expertise in teaching advanced diabetes management or dermatology.
- Comprehensive Learning Resources: Access to up-to-date textbooks, journals, digital learning platforms, and clinical guidelines is essential to support evidence-based learning and research.
- Clinical Facilities and Equipment: Centres should provide appropriate clinical environments and equipment for practical training, including diagnostic tools, procedural setups, and laboratory facilities.
- Assessment and Quality Assurance Systems: Centres must have robust systems for assessing learner progress, providing constructive feedback, and ensuring alignment with international postgraduate standards.
- Compliance with Legal and Ethical Standards: Centres must operate according to relevant health, safety, and data protection regulations, maintaining ethical standards in all teaching and clinical practice activities.
- Supportive Learning Environment: Learners should have access to academic support, mentoring, and guidance to enhance learning outcomes and promote professional development.
By meeting these requirements, centres ensure that learners receive a comprehensive, high-quality educational experience, equipping them with the advanced knowledge, practical skills, and professional competence necessary for success in diabetes management or clinical dermatology practice.
Assessment and Verification
All units within this qualification are subject to internal assessment by the approved centre and external verification by LICQual. The qualification follows a criterion-referenced assessment approach, ensuring that learners meet all specified learning outcomes.
To achieve a ‘Pass’ in any unit, learners must provide valid, sufficient, and authentic evidence demonstrating their attainment of all learning outcomes and compliance with the prescribed assessment criteria. The Assessor is responsible for evaluating the evidence and determining whether the learner has successfully met the required standards.
Assessors must maintain a clear and comprehensive audit trail, documenting the basis for their assessment decisions to ensure transparency, consistency, and compliance with quality assurance requirements.
