What is Diabetes Empowerment Education Program (DEEP™)?

Diabetes Empowerment Education Program (DEEP™) is a licensed diabetes self-management education (DSME) curriculum developed by the University of Illinois, Chicago. DEEP was developed to provide communities with tools to better manage diabetes and is based on principles of empowerment and adult education. The purpose of this training is to provide diabetes education to members of the local community. There are eight modules that are typically taught in six (6) 2-hour sessions (one session per week).  The modules are: Understanding the Human Body; Risk Factors; Blood Glucose Monitoring; Physical Activity; Management Through Meal Planning; Complications; Medications and Medical Care; Mobilizing Your Family and Friends.