Course Information
STAFF WILL BE EXPECTED TO HAVE ATTENDED FULL DAY FACE TO FACE TRAINING PREVIOUSLY, anyone who books and has not attended may be turned away.
This training is a 2 yearly refresher following attendance in the prior two years of face to face full day Epilepsy Awareness Training
All participants will be required to undertake an assessment relating to epilepsy awareness and rescue medication and must pass the assessment to obtain certificate of attendance. If you feel you may have any difficulty in completion of this assessment please discuss with a trainer as there will be alternative options available.
Learning Outcomes
To provide you with a knowledge and understanding for supporting individuals who have epilepsy.
To recognise common seizure types.
To understand common causes of epilepsy and possible triggers.
Know how to manage seizures.
Know how to record a seizure and understand the importance of an epilepsy care plan.
- Have an understanding of when rescue medication may be required, its benefits and how to administer.
Refresher
Target Audience
***Staff who have previously attended face to face full day Epilepsy Awareness training (in last 2 years)***
All inpatient staff working with service users/patients who have epilepsy will attend Epilepsy Awareness refresher training every two years following attendance of face-to-face full day.
All staff who provide direct clinical care with service users/patients who have epilepsy will attend Epilepsy Awareness refresher training every two years following attendance of face-to-face full day.
Band (Suitability)
LD Prospectus Event Category
Continuous Professional Development
Trainer or Facilitator