Understanding Epilepsy - Key Topics

This online epilepsy awareness course provides comprehensive training for healthcare workers, healthcare recruitment agencies, and locums in the UK. Learn about types of seizures, causes, diagnosis, treatment, and first aid for epilepsy.

  • What is Epilepsy?

  • Myths and Misunderstandings about Epilepsy

  • Types of Seizures

  • Causes of Epilepsy

  • Diagnosing Epilepsy

  • Treatment for Epilepsy

  • First Aid for Seizures

  • Epilepsy and Learning Disabilities

  • The Equality Act 2010 and Epilepsy

  • Buccal Midazolam Administration

Key Learning Outcomes

  • Define epilepsy and dispel common myths and misunderstandings.

  • Classify different types of seizures, including partial, generalised, and unclassifiable seizures.

  • Identify the causes of epilepsy, including genetic factors, head injuries, strokes, brain infections, and oxygen deprivation during birth.

  • Describe various treatments for epilepsy, including anti-epileptic drugs (AEDs), the ketogenic diet, vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) therapy, and epilepsy surgery.

  • Explain first aid procedures for seizures, including protecting the individual from harm, seeking medical assistance, and administering buccal midazolam.

  • Understand the implications of the Equality Act 2010 for individuals with epilepsy.

Why Choose This Course?

Choose ACI Training & Consultancy Ltd for this essential online epilepsy training because of our expertise in delivering high-quality healthcare courses and our commitment to providing up-to-date, relevant information that meets the needs of healthcare professionals in the UK.

  • Comprehensive and up-to-date information: Covers all key aspects of epilepsy, ensuring you gain a thorough understanding of the condition

  • Easy-to-follow online format: Learn at your own pace, anytime, anywhere, on any device (computer, tablet, phone, iPad, iPhone)

  • CPD certified: Enhance your professional development and demonstrate your commitment to providing high-quality care

  • Specifically designed for UK healthcare professionals: Addresses relevant legislation and guidelines, ensuring you are well-equipped to support individuals with epilepsy in the UK

Course curriculum

    1. Introduction and Key Learning Outcomes

    2. Course (PDF)

    3. Test

Price

  • £6.00

Course Information

Once you purchase the course, it is valid for you to take for 90 days.

  • This course has been developed by ACI Training & Consultancy for healthcare workers to understand the meaning of Epilepsy including the classification of seizures and the impact these have on an individual’s life.

  • In the course we look at the first aid management of seizures, status epilepticus and its treatment; how diagnosis is made and also the other treatments available for Epilepsy. It should be noted that bespoke practical training is required before anyone may administer Buccal Midazolam or Rectal Diazepam.

  • ACI also provide practical courses in this subject for groups of up to 15 candidates.

  • Some employers/agencies require this as mandatory - please check with your employer/agency if you are required to do this course before making a purchase.

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