Building a future-ready workforce: ADEA's new credentialling pathway for CDEs.

The Australian Diabetes Educator journal discusses the need for a highly skilled Credentialled Diabetes Educator (CDE) workforce due to advancements in diabetes care. The Australian Diabetes Educators Association (ADEA) has developed a new credentialling pathway in response to feedback from members, aiming to ensure CDEs are equipped to meet future challenges. The new pathway includes a professional practice microcredential, a mentoring program, and a practical skills assessment to ensure CDEs have the necessary knowledge, skills, and practical experience to provide high-quality diabetes education and care. [Extracted from the article]