Clinical Training
Division of Diabetes Clinical Training
Earn free CME/CE credit for diabetes-related online education developed by the Division of Diabetes, designed for clinicians and other health professionals serving in the Indian health system.
Advancements in Diabetes
Webinar Series
Join us for one-hour live webinars that provide CME/CE credit.
December 18th @ 3pm ETSpirit Within Project Health Passport Night and Integrated Care
Sarah Maestas, CPT
Healthy Lifestyle Coach
Director of Health and Wellness
Denver Indian Health and Family Services
Leah Fitzgerald, PharmD, BCACP
Director of Pharmacy
Denver Indian Health and Family Services
Upcoming Live Webinars
Recorded Webinars
Choose from a variety of diabetes-related recorded webinars that provide CME/CE credit.
Most Recent
A Nephrologist's Take on the Effect and Impact of SGLT-2 Inhibitors and GLP-1 RAs on Kidneys
Sweet Success: Unveiling the Power of Continuous Glucose Monitoring
Balancing Tradition and Health: Diabetes Management with Southwest Tribal Foods
Past Conferences and Workshops
2019 Diabetes in Indian Country Conference
The 2019 IHS Diabetes in Indian Country Conference was held in Oklahoma City August 6 - 9. The conference provides continuing education opportunities and collaboration on issues related to improving outcomes for people with diabetes and those at risk for developing diabetes.
Video Highlights
Check out some of the highlights and hear participants talk about their work in Native communities.
Photo Gallery
Diabetic Foot Care Strategies for Primary Care
These trainings provide in-depth information on foot care for people with diabetes. They include a demonstration video of a complete diabetic foot exam, as well as information on foot care education for patients. Free CME/CE credit is available. Please review the CE Information prior to starting the course.
Accredited Sponsor: IHS Clinical Support Center.
New Diabetic Foot Care Strategies for Primary Care: Part 1
Complete Foot Evaluation
Dr. Hai Tran, DPM
Podiatrist, Butler VA Health Care System
(Originally presented on 07/19/23)
- Slides [PDF – 2.3 MB]
- CE Information
[PDF – 546 KB] - Designated Credit Hours: 1.0
ACCME, ACPE, ANCC, CDR, CDETake Quiz
New Diabetic Foot Care Strategies for Primary Care: Part 2
Podiatry Care and Basic Wound Management
Dr. Hai Tran, DPM
Podiatrist, Butler VA Health Care System
(Originally presented on 08/02/23)
- Slides [PDF – 2.9 MB]
- CE Information
[PDF – 547 KB] - Designated Credit Hours: 1.0
ACCME, ACPE, ANCC, CDR, CDETake Quiz
Diabetes Foot Exam Demonstration Videos
IHS and Partner Trainings
IHS divisions and departments, as well as the network of partners to the Indian health system, offer training opportunities and professional development courses and resources for health professionals. These resources and opportunities may include the following:
- Self-study modules
- Live and Recorded webinars
- On-demand webcasts and podcasts
- Print materials
- Professional certifications
Continuing Education credits may also be available. Health professionals are encouraged to take advantage of these opportunities for training and growth in their area of work.
IHS Training Resources
IHS Tele-Behavioral Health Center of Excellence
The IHS Tele-Behavioral Health Center of Excellence (TBHCE) offers a wide variety of online educational events in conjunction with the University of New Mexico and other IHS divisions. Training topics vary from IHS Clinical Rounds, Pain and Addiction, Traumatic Brain Injury, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Parenting, Counseling Techniques, Child Mental Health, Psychopharmacology, Historical Trauma, and more.
DHHS, Office of Minority Health – Cultural Competence Training
9 hours no-cost CME/CE credit
Cultural and language differences may engender misunderstanding, lack of compliance, or other factors that negatively influence clinical situations. A Physician's Practical Guide to Culturally Competent Care, is a self-directed training course designed for physicians, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners. This e-learning program is hosted by Office of Minority Health and offers up to 9 hours of no-cost CME/CE credit. It equips health care professionals with awareness, knowledge, and skills to better treat the increasingly diverse U.S. population they serve. Information and training are available at the Think Cultural Health website.
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Disease (NIDDK)
Professional and Continuing Education (CME & CE)
Caring for people with chronic conditions like obesity, diabetes, and chronic kidney disease (CKD) is not easy. Members of the health care team, including pharmacists, physicians, and registered dietitians, must communicate complex messages, often in a short amount of time. NIDDK has developed educational resources to enhance knowledge and skills around caring for people with these conditions. Information and training are available at the NIDDK website.
Veterans Health Administration Training Resources
The Veteran's Health Administration (VHA) TrainingFinder Real-time Affiliate Integrated Network (TRAIN) is a learning management system provided by the Public Health Foundation. In addition to programs focused on Veteran patient care, a comprehensive catalog of over 1,000 public health topics, including diabetes and other chronic diseases, is available. Some courses offer CME/CE credit and are no cost, while others may have a fee associated with the training. Both live and recorded training opportunities are provided.
Start using VHA TRAIN by:
- Creating an account or log in with an existing account by going to the VHA TRAIN website.
- Use search to browse topics and types of training.
- Track training courses and certificates through VHA TRAIN, with the option to print a transcript.
For further assistance, email the VHA TRAIN help desk.
External Training Resources
Professional Certifications
- Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist – Learn more about and apply for the Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist credential, which allows health care professionals who have defined roles as diabetes educators to demonstrate that they have distinct and specialized diabetes education knowledge.
- Certified Lipid Specialist – Learn more about how physicians and mid-level providers can become recognized for their advanced training and experience in managing patients with lipid disorders.
Archived Training: Division of Diabetes
This training opportunity listed below no longer offers CME/CE credit; however, the information shared on the various training topics may provide a good understanding of diabetes care in the Indian health system.
IHS Diabetes LISTSERV.
