Transforming diabetes outcomes through education

The Leicester Diabetes Centre (LDC) is a trusted provider of evidence-based education programmes for people living with, or at risk of, type 2 diabetes and long-term health conditions. Our approach is built on over two decades of internationally recognised research and real-world delivery, ensuring measurable improvements in patient health and healthcare efficiency.

We understand healthcare commissioners and providers need programmes that are effective, scalable, and cost-efficient. That’s why our patient education offer:

• Delivers measurable outcomes – improved HbA1c, weight management, physical activity levels, self-efficacy and much more.

• Is fully compliant with NICE guidance and NHS structured education standards.

• Supports health inequalities by reaching underserved communities and adapting delivery for diverse needs.

• Reduces long-term costs through better self-management, reduced complications, and fewer unplanned admissions.

Our programmes are:

• Evidence-based – underpinned by the latest research from one of the UK’s leading diabetes research centres.

• Flexible and scalable – delivered in-person, remotely, or in hybrid formats to suit local needs.

• Proven at scale – successfully commissioned across the NHS and adopted internationally.

• Available now -  under license where we train your teams to deliver our programmes, or under managed services where we deliver on your behalf – get in touch to find out more.

Commissioners and providers who work with us can be confident they are investing in education that not only transforms lives but also delivers a return-on-investment through better health outcomes and reduced system pressure. Explore our programmes below.