Diabetes Prevention is a 12-minute online course that educates employees on understanding diabetes, recognizing pre-diabetes risk factors, and taking preventive steps to manage their health. It is designed for all employees as part of workplace wellness programs, with particular relevance for HR directors building health education initiatives, and includes a downloadable certificate of completion.
The CDC reports that approximately 38.4 million Americans have diabetes and another 97.6 million adults have pre-diabetes, with total direct and indirect costs exceeding $412 billion annually. For employers, diabetes-related health issues contribute to increased absenteeism, higher healthcare costs, and reduced productivity. The CDC estimates that employees with diabetes miss an average of 5.5 more workdays per year than those without the condition. While no OSHA standard mandates diabetes education, employers who include health awareness in their wellness programs can reduce long-term healthcare costs and demonstrate a commitment to employee wellbeing.
This course provides your employees with practical education on diabetes as a health condition, the distinction between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, how pre-diabetes develops, and the lifestyle factors that can prevent or delay the onset of Type 2 diabetes. Your team will learn about risk factors including diet, physical activity, family history, and weight management. The training encourages employees to discuss their personal risk factors with a healthcare provider and take advantage of workplace wellness resources.
While no federal OSHA standard mandates diabetes prevention training, workplace wellness programs have gained significant support from multiple federal agencies. The CDC's National Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) provides an evidence-based framework that employers can adopt to help at-risk employees prevent or delay Type 2 diabetes. The Affordable Care Act requires most health insurance plans to cover preventive services related to diabetes screening without cost-sharing. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may require employers to provide reasonable accommodations for employees with diabetes, such as allowing breaks for blood sugar monitoring or insulin administration. With diabetes-related costs exceeding $412 billion annually in the U.S. and the condition affecting approximately 38.4 million Americans, employer-sponsored health education represents both a wellness investment and a strategy for managing long-term healthcare expenditures.
| Team Size | Price per Person |
|---|---|
| 1 - 9 | $24.95 |
| 10 - 24 | $19.95 |
| 25 - 49 | $17.95 |
| 50 - 99 | $17.50 |
Certificate of completion included. Downloadable upon passing the final assessment.