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Vision

The American Association of Diabetes Educators (AADE) is the leading authority in diabetes self-management training (DMST) and in lifestyle management for the prevention of diabetes.

Mission

The American Association of Diabetes Educators is a multidisciplinary professional organization dedicated to advancing the role of Diabetes Self Managment Training (DMST) and care as an integral components of health care for persons with diabetes, and lifestyle managment for the prevention of diabetes.

Organization Goals

Recognition

AADE will advance recognition of diabetes education and diabetes self-management training as central to quality diabetes care and prevention.

Education

AADE will serve as a leader in education to of its members, the broader health community, and the community at large.

Advocacy

AADE will advocate for improved access to diabetes self management education.

Organizational Excellence

AADE will continue to develop an effective and efficient organization.

Membership

AADE will develop a diverse membership that will enhance and promote the benefitof diabetes self managment training and prevention through the team approach.

Research

AADE will promote research in diabetes self management training.

Code of Ethics

Members of the American Association of Diabetes Educators accept this Code of Ethics as a statement of the ethical principals of the diabetes education profession. This code represents the values of the profession and provides guidance for the behavior of its members.

1) The diabetes educator provides services with respect for the uniqueness, dignity, and autonomy of each individual as stated in the AADE Scope of Practice and Standards of Practice for Diabetes Educators.

2) The diabetes educator will conduct himself/herself in a manner that demonstrates honesty, integrity, and fairness.

3) The diabetes educator will avoid conflict of interest and maintain the integrity of the profession.

4) The diabetes educator will accept responsibility and accountability for personal competance in accordance with the AADE Scope of Practice and Standards of Practice for Diabetes Educators.