Here are the top five reasons why becoming CDCES-certified can elevate both your professional journey and the lives of those you serve.

1. Make a difference in people’s lives as a CDCES
   Your expertise helps people living with diabetes take control of their health by giving them the education they need to reduce risks and prevent complications.
    
2. Support people living with diabetes
   You can help optimize health outcomes and make a meaningful difference in the lives of people living with diabetes by improving quality of life through effective diabetes management.
    
3. Stand out with a respected credential
   A nationally-recognized certification demonstrates your commitment to delivering the highest quality care. The CDCES is a highly sought-after mark of excellence that establishes you as a trusted and respected professional in the diabetes community.
    
4. Accelerate your career
   You can transform your passion for helping people into a rewarding career in diabetes care and education by opening new doors to specialized roles and leadership opportunities.
    
5. Professional recognition and credibility
   Enhance your credibility and reputation by establishing yourself as a valuable professional and thought leader on your multidisciplinary diabetes care and education team.

Find your community

Nobody should have to navigate their career path alone. We firmly believe that diabetes care and education professionals excel through community support.

Whether you have in-depth questions about diabetes care and education, or are just exploring and wondering how to get started, our community is dedicated to helping you find the answers you seek. You'll have the opportunity to meet and connect with peers, mentors, educators, industry professionals, and more.