Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support
DSMES Training Programs
NADR’s DSMES program supports organizations and professionals responsible for leading, managing, and sustaining diabetes self-management education services. Training focuses on practical application of national standards, leadership development, and continuous quality improvement.
Purpose of the DSMES Program
The DSMES program is designed to move beyond theory and support real-world program operations. The focus is readiness, sustainability, and confidence in how DSMES services function day to day.
Purpose of the DSMES Program
This program supports both new and established services by strengthening systems, documentation, and leadership practices aligned with national standards.
Who the Program Is For
This program is built for professionals and organizations responsible for DSMES quality and oversight.
✔ DSMES Quality Coordinators
✔ Program Managers and Directors
✔ Diabetes educators and interdisciplinary team members
✔ Clinics and community-based programs
✔ Organizations seeking accreditation or re-accreditation
What the Program Covers
Training supports participants across the full lifecycle of a DSMES program.
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Application of national DSMES standards
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Documentation systems and organization
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Continuous Quality Improvement planning and reporting
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Leadership and team coordination
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Program sustainability and future readiness
Our Training Approach
NADR uses a practice-focused training model designed for professionals managing multiple responsibilities. Learning is structured, clear, and grounded in real program operations.
Participants are guided through how standards show up in practice, how documentation supports quality, and how data can be used to tell a clear program story
What Makes NADR Different
NADR bridges the gap between standards and implementation.
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Training informed by national audit and accreditation experience
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Focus on leadership and decision-making
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Designed for real-world healthcare and community settings
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Structured to reduce overwhelm and increase clarity
Program Format
DSMES training opportunities may include a range of formats to meet organizational and professional needs.
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Cohort-based learning experiences
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Optional tools and templates
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Live workshops and bootcamps
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Virtual courses
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​Self-paced learning modules
What Participants Gain
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Greater confidence applying DSMES standards
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Clearer documentation and reporting systems
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Stronger understanding of CQI processes
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Improved readiness for accreditation and re-accreditation
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Practical tools for day-to-day program management
