Continuing Education and Credential Renewal Flashcards
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The CDCES exam content outline is organized around which primary framework?
Answer: The ADCES7 Self-Care Behaviors
The CDCES exam is primarily structured around the ADCES7 Self-Care Behaviors, which define the scope and practice of diabetes care and education specialists.
A CDCES wants to earn CE credit by completing a webinar from a provider not pre-approved by the CBDCE. What is the CDCES's responsibility?
Answer: The CDCES must verify the provider meets CBDCE criteria and retain documentation
CDCESs may use CE from non-pre-approved providers if the activity meets CBDCE criteria; the CDCES is responsible for verifying eligibility and retaining documentation.
A CDCES who has held the credential for 8 years is renewing for the second time. What is the correct recertification pathway?
Answer: Complete 75 CE hours and required PEHs and submit renewal application
After the initial certification, renewal requires completing 75 CE hours, meeting PEH requirements, and submitting the renewal application -- no exam retake is needed if done on time.
Which statement best describes the purpose of the DSMES national standards?
Answer: They provide a quality framework for DSMES programs to achieve recognition and reimbursement
The National Standards for DSMES provide a quality framework that, when met, allows programs to achieve ADA or ADCES recognition, which is required for Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement.
According to CBDCE policy, what must a CDCES do if their license or certification in a healthcare profession lapses?
Answer: Immediately notify CBDCE and suspend use of the CDCES credential until the healthcare license is reinstated
Holding an active healthcare professional license is an ongoing eligibility requirement; if it lapses, the CDCES must notify CBDCE and stop using the credential until restored.
The CDCES specialty practice is best defined as which of the following?
Answer: Facilitation of knowledge, skills, and ability for diabetes self-care through education and support
The CDCES scope is centered on facilitating DSMES -- equipping people with diabetes with the knowledge, skills, and ability to manage their condition effectively.
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