Take the next step in your professional journey with credentials that validate your expertise, strengthen your impact, and help you deliver better outcomes.
The Standard in Diabetes Care & Education
CDCES Certification
Formerly known as Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE)
The CDCES credential recognizes health professionals with specialized expertise in diabetes prevention, prediabetes, and diabetes management.
Within their role, CDCES professionals educate, support, and advocate for people living with diabetes. They help individuals navigate every stage of their journey and improve overall health outcomes.
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BC-ADM Certification
The BC-ADM® certification is designed for advanced practitioners who manage complex patient needs and deliver high-level diabetes and cardiometabolic care.
Within their scope of practice and licensure, professionals with this credential may adjust or prescribe medications, treat and monitor complications and comorbidities, and support lifestyle and psychosocial needs. They apply clinical expertise to guide patients through complex care decisions.
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How to Apply for the CDCES Exam
When you are ready to test, you'll apply through your CBDCE account.
How to Apply for the BC-ADM Exam
You’ll do that through the Meazure Learning Platform.
Current CDCES - Do You Need to Access the CBDCE Portal?
If you haven't logged into your CBDCE portal since 2024, you'll need to reset your password to access your account on the CBDCE portal. If you are unable to login with your email address, it could be that we have a different email address on file with your CDCES. In this case, contact info@cbdce.org for login assistance. Please do not create a new record as the system will not be able to connect you to your current CDCES certification.
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Champions of Diabetes Care
Each quarter, CBDCE spotlights a certificant to recognize their impact and highlight the value of CDCES and BC-ADM certification.
CDCES Directory
Looking for diabetes support? Partner with a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) to help manage your condition and improve health outcomes.
CDCES Scholarships
The 2026 CDCES Scholarship Program is open to applicants through May 15. The program supports professionals on their path to certification while advancing diversity within the CDCES community.
CDCES Certification Renewal
The 2026 Renewal by CE application opens July 15. Submit your application online through your CBDCE portal.
As an advanced practice nurse specialized and passionate in diabetes care and education since 2007, I chose to become a CDCES in January 2019 to further enhance my knowledge and skills. Initially, I did not understand how the credential would help me if I was already practicing in the field, however having the recognized CDCES credential has allowed me to gain further trust and respect from people with diabetes and colleagues as a specialist. As I proudly wear the CDCES pin on my work badge, I have had several people exclaim “oh wow you must know what you are doing with that shiny pin on your badge” despite my other educational qualifications! It always puts a smile on my face! Having the CDCES credential also contributes towards one of the categories for nursing excellence at Magnet certified hospitals like my employer.