What to know
This tool is designed to enhance the ability of diabetes care and education specialists (DCESs) to deliver effective diabetes self-management education and support (DSMES) services. DCESs can use the impactful visuals, clear messaging, and comprehensive educational materials in this resource to connect with individuals across diverse health literacy levels and English-language proficiencies.
What's included
Recognize how culture and core skills like reading shape understanding of health information.
Tips for getting in the right frame of mind before a DSMES session and for reflection afterward.
Access a gallery of visual aids, analogies, and stories to help talk about diabetes concepts.
Refer to this list of terms explained in everyday language to use during DSMES sessions.