This course aims to provide learners with the opportunity to acquire a comprehensive understanding of epilepsy and seizures, encompassing the neurological processes occurring in the brain during a seizure.
It will delve into various types of seizures, potential causes, and strategies for managing triggers. Additionally, the course will explore diverse treatment options for seizures and impart knowledge on administering first aid to individuals experiencing a seizure.
The Epilepsy Awareness course has been expertly designed to individuals with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to recognise, act and support individuals who may be suffering with epilepsy and seizures. Learners attending this course will gain valuable insights into the causes, triggers, and treatment options for epilepsy, along with practical strategies for supporting individuals before, during and after a seizure.
The course will also cover essential topics such as how to accurately record a seizure that's been observed within a work place setting, such as health and social care professionals or school staff. Our trainers are equipped to provide essential awareness and provide accurate information on what to do during an emergency situation, as well as afterwards.
This classroom based course explores various aspects of epilepsy and seizures, including the types of seizures, potential causes, and strategies for managing triggers that may put someone at risk of a seizure. As a learner, you will gain valuable insight into understanding the difference between epilepsy and seizures, and what happens in the brain when someone experiences a seizure.
We deliver this in a classroom setting which we believe gives learners a better opportunity to engage with other learners through open discussions, real-world case studies, and group activities to help build confidence and develop practical skills they can put into practice within their roles.
Our training covers various key areas including:
Understanding the difference between epilepsy and seizures, and the difference between different types of seizures.
Common causes and triggers of epileptic seizures, and how to mange them.
Be able to support someone during a seizure and when they are recovering.
Become familiar with the different treatment options that are available to people who experience seizures.
This course provides the opportunity to acquire a comprehensive understanding of epilepsy and seizures, potential causes, and strategies for managing triggers, and is particularly useful for health and social care professionals, support workers and careers, educators and school staff, and anyone wishing to develop a deeper understanding of epilepsy and seizure management.
Whether individuals are new to the care industry or you would like to train a large group of staff members to ensure consistency within the workplace, our trainers are equipped to provide essential awareness and information.
