Nutrition for Type 1 Diabetes Course - Advanced (American University of Madaba)
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Course Requirements
This advanced training is ideal for nutrition students,
dietitians, and professionals in medicine, pharmacy, or nursing who
are seeking to deepen their expertise in managing Type 1 Diabetes through
evidence-based nutrition strategies.
Course Description
Online Course Schedule: Available anytime upon registration, You can register and access the course immediately at any time you prefer
Offline Course Schedule:
- Day
1: Tuesday, August 19, 2025
- Day
2: Tuesday, August 26, 2025
Accreditation and Attendance:
· Accredited
Certificate: Participants will receive an official
certificate issued by the American University of Madaba – Jordan.
·
CPD Accreditation: This
course is accredited for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours
by the High Health Council – Jordan.
·
In-Person
Attendance: 4 CPD hours
·
Online Attendance: 2 CPD
hours
· Attendance Requirement: To receive the full 4 CPD hours, attendance on both in-person training days is required. Participant names will be recorded.
Course Fees:
• In-Person: 109 JD (154 USD)
• Online: 97 JD (137 USD)
Course Overview:
This in-depth course provides advanced training in the nutritional management of Type 1 Diabetes. It equips healthcare and nutrition professionals with the tools and clinical knowledge necessary to support patients through comprehensive diet planning and insulin coordination.
Participants will develop the ability to apply evidence-based strategies in clinical practice and tailor interventions to meet individual patient needs.
Course Modules:
The course covers a comprehensive set of modules, including:
- Introduction to diabetes, its types, and diagnostic methods
- Pathophysiology of Type 1 Diabetes
- Types of insulin and their mechanisms of action
- Determining appropriate insulin doses
- Calculating carbohydrate amounts for insulin dosing
- Determining the correction factor
- Diet planning for various health scenarios
- Evidence-based supplements and herbs used in Type 1 Diabetes management
Course Outcomes
What You Will Learn:
By the end of the course, participants will have gained:
- Comprehensive
Knowledge: In-depth understanding of Type 1 Diabetes, including its
types, pathophysiology, and diagnostic approaches.
- Insulin
Management: Mastery of insulin types, mechanisms, and how to calculate
individualized insulin doses.
- Carbohydrate
Calculations: Skills to determine carbohydrate quantities and apply
correction factors in real-time dietary planning.
- Tailored
Diet Planning: Expertise in adjusting meal plans based on illness,
physical activity, and special conditions.
- Supplement
& Herb Use: Evidence-based recommendations on essential
supplements and herbs used in Type 1 Diabetes care.
- Clinical
Application: Exposure to real case studies and practical examples for
effective application in clinical settings.
- Professional
Growth: Enhance your credibility and practical capacity as a
healthcare provider specializing in diabetes care.
What’s Included:
- 5 comprehensive booklets summarizing all course lectures – ideal for reference when planning diabetes diets.
- Access to recorded lectures for all participants (in-person and online) for future review
Choosing Snacks and Sweets for Diabetes: Guidelines and Practical Strategies 45$ Free
Artificial Sweeteners: A Smart Guide for Safe Use 45$ Free
Type 1 Diabetes: Fundamentals and Comprehensive Understanding 55$ Free
Types of Insulin: Differences, Dosing, and Clinical Application 55$ Free
Diet Planning in Diabetes: From Theory to Practice 150$ Free
Secure Your Spot:
Register today and take a significant step toward advancing
your professional skills in managing Type 1 Diabetes through expert nutrition
planning.
Course Details
Date:
Time:
Note:
Type of course: N/A
Course Curriculum
1 Introduction
Preview
2 Min
1
Section 1 Introduction
2 Min
1
Introduction to diabetes, its types, and how to test it
41 Min
1
Physiology of type I diabetes
16 Min
2
Hypoglycemia
9 Min
1
Types of insulin and their mechanisms of action
20 Min
2
Bolus Insulin
21 Min
3
Diabetes during sick days
9 Min
1
Section 2 Introduction
2 Min
1
Determining the necessary insulin doses
21 Min
1
Determining and calculating the amount of carbohydrates for insulin doses
36 Min
2
Determining insulin doses based on the carbohydrate content of a meal
9 Min
1
Correction Factor
23 Min
1
Carbohydrate counting
29 Min
2
Meal Planning
24 Min
1
Essential supplements and herbs
13 Min
1
Final video
4 Min
1
certificate
1 Min
1
Type 1 diabetes course quiz
[Quiz]
30 Min
1. Insulin Types Booklet in English
2. Type I diabetes booklet in Arabic
3. Diets Booklet
4. Sugars and sweeteners
5. Snacks & Sweets booklet
6. Insulin Types Table
7. case studies for practice
8. Answer key for DM cases
Instructor
Dr. Ruba Mashrabash holds a PhD in Nutrition and Dietetics with a thesis on food addiction (from the University of Jordan), a Master's degree in Nutrition and Food Processing (University of Jordan), and a Bachelor's degree in Nutrition and Food Processing (Jordan University of Science and Technology). She has over 18 years of experience in dietary planning for all health conditions, is the director of the Ruba Mashrabash Center for Nutritional Consulting, and the founder of Ruba Diet, a website focused on nutrition and health. Since 2011, she has been presenting a weekly nutrition segment on Roya TV and has appeared on various other television stations. She is involved in scientific research specializing in food addiction, is an author of children's food stories, and has 10 years of experience teaching nutrition and food preparation for IG students and course credential teachers.
Instructors
No assistant instructors available.
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FAQ’S
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The course is available in two formats:
✅ Online: You can register at any time and get instant access to pre-recorded video sessions you can watch at your own pace.
✅ In-person: Offered at specific announced dates.
💡 You can also choose to attend live online during the in-person sessions if you can’t attend physically.
The course duration is 6 hours.
Students, dietitians, as well as those working in the fields of medicine, pharmacy, or nursing. - Any person who does not practice a profession in the medical sector will only be granted a certificate of attendance, not a certificate from the American University or professional development hours
Yes, you will receive various diet examples for Type 1 Diabetes patients.
Despite the availability of information in nutrition books, all courses are meticulously prepared with extensive scientific references and practical experience spanning over 18 years in diet planning for various medical conditions, including Type 1 Diabetes.
All the free booklets are available on the learning platform through your account.
📁 Once you log in, you can access and download them anytime from the Curriculum section of the course.
The booklets contain crucial and extensive information relevant to planning diets for Type 1 Diabetes patients. They serve as a valuable summary of essential course content, which you will need to refer to each time you plan diets for Type 1 Diabetes patients
Some basic information will be provided in English, but the explanations and main content will be in Arabic.
Yes! The course is now officially accredited for CPD hours by the American University in Madaba.
🔹 In-person attendance: Earn 4 CPD hours.
🔹 Online attendance: Earn 2 CPD hours.
- Durations: 6
- Lessons: 19
- Students: 17
- Skill Level: Advance
Course price
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