Epilepsy Awareness Course

Description

Course details

Epilepsy Awareness Online Training Overview

This epilepsy course will give an overview of what epilepsy is, how it is treated, and how health and social care workers can help to improve the health outcomes of those with epilepsy.

Duration: 1 Hour     CPD Points: 1

Course Update:
This course was last updated on 9th September 2023

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What You will learn

Epilepsy Awareness Learning Objectives

At the end of this epilepsy course, the learner will be able to:

• Understand how epilepsy is investigated and diagnosed
• Describe treatment options for individuals with epilepsy
• Describe the importance of a regular structured medical review for those with epilepsy

Lessons

Course Content

Unit 1
Unit 2
Unit 1

• Epilepsy Awareness – Course Introduction
• What is Epilepsy
• What is a Seizure
• Stages of a Seizure
• Types of Seizures
• How is Epilepsy Diagnosed?
• Tests for Epilepsy

Unit 2

• Your Role
• Access to Information
• SUDEP
• Management of Epilepsy
• Pharmacological Treatments
• Special Considerations

On successful completion of the quiz, you will be awarded a CPD accredited Epilepsy Awareness Course free course certificate.

Who is this for?

Who is this epilepsy training for?

This online course has been written at an introductory level 1 for all levels that fit the criteria to take training as part of their role. This includes

• Refresher training
• Inductions
• Awareness
• Knowledge enhancement

It is suitable for the following:

• Health and social care staff
• Educational and voluntary staff
• Carers of those with epilepsy
• Health Care workers including Nurses, Doctors, Ambulance services
• Clinical and non-clinical workers
• Social Care Workers including Councils, Carers and Care assistants
• Youth workers including activity leaders, passenger transport services and volunteer

Epilepsy Awareness FAQ

Epilepsy Awareness Frequently Asked Questions

When will I receive my Epilepsy Awareness course?

Your course is instantly allocated to you upon completion of your purchase.

Is the Epilepsy Awareness course CPD accredited?

Yes, the Epilepsy Awareness course has been assessed and awarded a CPD accreditation by the CPD standards office.

Do I receive a Epilepsy Awareness certificate

Upon successful completion of the quiz at the end of the course, you will be instantly awarded a CPD accredited Epilepsy Awareness course certificate to download or print at home for free. We also have an option for you to request a hard copy of the certificate sent to your home or work address.

Can I retake the Epilepsy Awareness course to improve my grade?

Yes, the Epilepsy Awareness course comes complete with unlimited exam retakes

Is this Epilepsy Awareness course ideal for refresher training, induction or to improve your knowledge?

Yes, the Epilepsy Awareness course will aid refresher training. It will give evidence of an understanding for staff induction. It will evidence awareness and improve your knowledge aiding your current skillset. A certificate is awarded upon completion.

Can I purchase this Epilepsy Awareness course for other persons than myself?

We offer a complimentary learner management system to view the learner’s course progress, view quiz results and certification. We also offer a dedicated compliance matrix to aid with audits and inspections.