CURRENT NEWS:  

• December 20, 2024 - In observance of the holidays, please note that the CBDCE office will be closed December 24-25, 2024. as well as January 1, 2025.

• December 12, 2024 - The Association of Diabetes Care & Education Specialists (ADCES) and the Certification Board for Diabetes Care and Education (CBDCE) are excited to announce the transition in ownership of the Board-Certified Advanced Diabetes Management (BC-ADM®) certification program from ADCES to CBDCE starting January 1, 2025. The transition highlights the two organizations' successful relationship and supports their roles in the diabetes arena. Since its launch in 2010, ADCES has expertly managed the BC-ADM program. Now, as the program transitions to CBDCE, which also owns the CDCES credentialing program, it ensures a seamless continuity in the management of both programs under one organization. CBDCE is committed to supporting current and future BC-ADM certificants and making the transition smooth for all stakeholders. Click here to visit the BC-ADM Transition page where we'll keep people updated with what's happening.

• Looking to apply for the CDCES exam? You'll first need to create an account with CBDCE. Go to the top of any website page > Click Sign In > 'New user? Create an account!' to begin the process.

• 2024 Renewals - Late Window deadline of 12/31/2024 approaching. Renew online in your CDCES account. Having trouble logging in? Do not create a new record; email info@cbdce.org for login assistance. Renewal Handbook for 2024 available - click here to download. 

• Current CDCESs: We've moved to a new platform  and with that move you'll need to reset your password to access your CDCES portal. If you are unable to login with your email, it could be that we have a different email address on file with your CDCES. In this case, please do not create a record and contact info@cbdce.org for login assistance. 

• The 2024 CDCES Scholarship Program application window is now closed. See the list of awardees here. the 2025 application window will open in mid-March 2025. Learn more here.

• November 2023 Update: To address the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the ability of health professionals pursuing the CDCES credential to accrue practice experience in diabetes care and education (DCE), the CBDCE Board of Directors has approved moving the temporary changes to the professional practice requirement relating to DCE for initial certification to permanent state.  Learn more about what changed in our Pandemic Impact Certification Statement.