Resources for Diabetes Prevention Program Lifestyle Coaches

lifestyle Coaches

You are making a difference!

As a Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) Lifestyle Coach or Program Coordinator, you are making a difference in the lives of your participants. This page offers you helpful resources specific to DPP in North Carolina.

Have questions about the DPP referral process?
Contact the DPP Navigators
Phone: 844-328-0021
dppreferral@dhhs.nc.gov
Mon-Fri, 7am-7pm ET

NC DPP Resource Network

DPP Program Update Form nc programs map

Complete this form to have your DPP class information included as an available option on the Find A Program Map.

To receive referrals for enrollment in your classes, complete this form to inform the DPP Navigator team of any updates on contact information, upcoming class dates and times, class modality (in person, combination, etc.), Spanish class availability, and other information.

Only the following information will be posted on the Find A Program Map:

  • DPP Organization Name
  • An Indicator for Free/Low Cost Class Options and/or Online Components Available
  • Address
  • Phone Number (Preferably Program Coordinator Direct Line)
  • Webpage for Organization’s DPP Information (If Applicable)

DPP Statewide Quarterly Network Meetings

Educating and Supporting North Carolina’s Diabetes Prevention Programs (DPP)

The DPP Statewide Quarterly Network Meetings are coordinated by the NC Division of Public Health to provide technical assistance, DPP resources and to promote a statewide knowledge exchange platform for DPP lifestyle coaches and program coordinators.

2022 Meetings Dates

  • Tuesday, March 8, 2022 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM EST
  • Tuesday, June 14, 2022 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM EST
  • Tuesday, September 13, 2022 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM EST
  • Tuesday, December 13, 2022 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM EST

Please visit the monthly e-newsletter for the Microsoft Teams link or email Kristie.hicks@dhhs.nc.gov for the calendar invitation.

Join the DPP Lifestyle Coach Network

The DPP Lifestyle Coach Network is for DPP Lifestyle Coaches and Program Coordinators of CDC-Recognized Organizations in North Carolina. Sign up to receive monthly newsletters, support for enrollment and program delivery, and information about Advanced Lifestyle Coach Training Webinars. If interested, please submit your email address here:

    Your Name

    Your Email

    Resources for CDC-Recognized Organizations

    DPP Lifestyle Coach Network Newsletter

    Lifestyle Coach Newsletter August 2022 e-Newsletter

    Featured Content

    • DPP Statewide Quarterly Network Meeting
    • American Diabetes Association Nutrition Toolkit
    • On-Demand Advanced Lifestyle Coach Trainings
    • Update Program Information to Receive DPP Referrals

    Archived e-newsletters

    DPP Lifestyle Coach Guide

    A best-practice guide for CDC-recognized Diabetes Prevention Program Lifestyle Coaches and Program Coordinators.
    Request DPP Lifestyle Coach Guides
    Printed copies of the Lifestyle Coach Guide are available upon request for North Carolina CDC-recognized DPP organizations. Complete the form above to receive mailed copies.