Carbohydrate Counting Workshops for type 1 diabetes
Are you looking to improve your carb counting skills?
Diabetes Care Plus is running carb counting workshops for adults with type 1 diabetes. Expert diabetes dietitians will use real-life examples to teach you practical skills to accurately count carbohydrates.
We are currently planning the 2026 dates. Please contact us – info@diabetescareplus.org.au or 1300 153 123 to express your interest.
About the workshop
This full day workshop will help you to:
- Have flexibility with food choices and meal planning
- Be more accurate when working out insulin doses for food
- Keep your glucose levels in target, especially after meals
In our hands-on workshop we will cover:
- The role of carbohydrates in diabetes
- Identifying carbohydrate (carb) foods
- How to work out the carb amount in different foods using food labels, recipes, and carb counting books
- Hands on practice calculating carb amounts in real foods
- Tips and tricks for carbohydrate counting while eating out
- How to manage the effect of fat and protein on your glucose levels
- Apps, books and websites that will help you master carb counting long-term.
This program is suitable for adults with type 1 diabetes and teenagers aged 16 and over (accompanied by an adult) using multiple daily insulin injections or an insulin pump. Please note this workshop does not cover insulin adjustment or the operations and features of insulin pumps and bolus calculators.
Participant testimonials
The workshop has helped me to remove my ‘guessing’ and make it more accurate by getting a better understanding of serving sizes.
Upcoming Workshops
| Date | Time | Venue | Cost | Bookings |
| Wednesday, 21st October | 9am – 4pm |
Diabetes Victoria Head Office Suite G01, 15–31 Pelham St |
Diabetes Victoria Members: $127.50 |
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Diabetes Vic non-members: $150 |
*Cost includes morning tea and a workbook to take home.
Bookings are essential.
For bookings and enquiries please contact 1300 153 123 or book online.
Cancellation Policy:
Diabetes Care Plus reserves the right to cancel, postpone or reschedule events due to unforeseen circumstances. Participants will be notified and refunds will be processed (if applicable). If participants are unable to attend an event, refunds are only provided if a notice of cancellation is received in writing, 1 week before the event.