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The PEDS (Pediatric Education for Diabetes in Schools) Program originated from a need to provide schools with information on reasonable accommodations that were necessary in order to provide appropriate management for students with diabetes at schools. This information was compiled and entitled, Recommendations for Diabetes Care in the Schools. The Recommendations will assist school personnel, (including administrators, school nurses, teachers and other school staff), parents, students and health care providers in knowing what contributions they need to make in order to provide appropriate diabetes care at school while achieving an optimal education. A further need arose to provide schools with updated knowledge regarding diabetes due to ever-changing technology, research and increasing numbers of children with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. Diabetes Basics was written in response to this need and is geared towards educating school staff. The Basics cover general information on all aspects of diabetes care.
The participant can utilize this information for personal application or use the knowledge to educate others. Certified Diabetic Educators and school nurses can obtain Continuing Education Credits by completing this educational module and testing at the conclusion of each section.
Both of these programs are offered via online training. The Recommendations and Diabetes Basics can also be found in the following written materials: The Diabetes School Resource Guide, A guide for school administrators and other school personnel interested in managing students with diabetes at school. This guide provides the Basics is presented in a narrative format. A Curriculum for Diabetes Care at School, A training curriculum for school nurses and other health care personnel interested in providing trainings on the PEDS programs. Diabetes Care at School, A parent and healthcare provider guide to managing diabetes at school. (Note: This does NOT include Diabetes Basics)
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