Unlicensed staff in personal care homes and assisted living residences who administer insulin injections are required to successfully complete a Department of Human Services (DHS) approved diabetes patient education program annually. In anticipation of a potential shortage of trained staff to provide this life-sustaining medication for individuals who need insulin injections, Penn State Beaver is offering diabetes education live via Zoom.

Initial Diabetes Certification Training

This training is designed for entry-level, non-diabetes clinicians to certify them to work with diabetes patients. Led by a Certified Diabetic Care and Education Specialist (CDCES), this course will provide an overview of the care of residents with diabetes as required by § 2800.190 (b). This course also satisfies annual training hours required for personal care home administrators. Students will be required to complete a demo injection with the CDE via Zoom.

April Training

Discount rates may apply for large groups. For more details call 724-773-3700.

Required training materials

In order to complete the demo injection, the student must acquire the materials below prior to the training.

  • Insulin needle with safety syringe (1ml) 29G x ½
  • Insulin pen – pen needles
  • Training insulin or saline vial
  • Inject-Ed Injection trainer on an orange
  • Glucose meter
  • Alcohol prep pads

Please keep all supplies secured in a lockbox prior to and after training to avoid unnecessary medication errors. Follow your facility's policy regarding proper disposal of insulin needles.

You may be able to find supplies required to complete the hands-on demonstration at these e-commerce sites:

Participants must pass the demonstration successfully to receive certificate.

Diabetes Recertification Training

Led by a certified diabetes educator, this two-hour training will meet the DHS requirements for recertification. This course will provide an overview of the care of people with diabetes as required by 2800.190 (b). This course is also eligible for continuing education credits for personal care home administrators. In order to participate and earn recertification, attendees must present a copy of their initial diabetes certification to the instructor.

April Training

  • Date: Tuesday, April 4, 2023
  • Time: 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
  • Format: Instructor-led course on Zoom
  • Cost: $79
  • Register: April Recertification Training

Discount rates may apply for large groups. For more details call 724-773-3700.

Technical requirements

All students for both classes must have access to a tablet, laptop, or desktop computer with audio and video properly working. Students will not be able to participate via phone.

More information

For more information or to register a group, please call 724-773-3700.

Cancellations and refunds

Payment is due upon registration. Students may request a registration cancellation through the start date of the course. A $25 cancellation fee will apply. No refunds will be given for withdrawal requests after the course start date. The University reserves the right to cancel course selections. If the course is cancelled, the student will be issued a full refund.