This Epilepsy Awareness Course will refresh your current knowledge as well as keeping you up to date with latest treatments, advances, and guidelines surrounding Epilepsy and seizures.

What to expect from your training 

You will join other participants in a fully interactive virtual course, delivered in real time by an experienced trainer via webcam. The course includes interactive elements such as group discussions, case studies, and opportunities to ask questions, creating a classroom-style experience from home.

To take part, you will need:

• A Laptop, Tablet, or Smartphone with access to the latest version of Zoom 
• A stable internet connection
• A working microphone and camera
• Speakers or headphones

Please make sure you are in a quiet environment to fully participate in the course.

• Define epilepsy, causes, categories, and seizure thresholds.
• Recognise seizure types, signs, triggers, auras, and how to describe them.
• Distinguish epilepsy-related seizures from other conditions.
• Explain epilepsy syndromes, diagnostic methods, and common tests.
• Describe treatment options, including anti-epileptic drugs (AEDs).
• Provide basic seizure first aid, manage status epilepticus, and know when to call an ambulance.
• Recognise the social impact of epilepsy, daily life challenges, and SUDEP.
• Understand the process of care planning and risk prevention strategies.
• Identify available support and resources.
• Explain the role of buccal midazolam as a rescue medication.
• Demonstrate safe buccal midazolam administration, dosing, storage, disposal, and use of individual care plans.

• Definition of epilepsy
• Causes and triggers
• Types of seizures
• Signs and symptoms
• Impact on daily life and wellbeing
• SUDEP (Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy)
• Diagnostic investigations
• Treatment + Medication
• Care planning and recording
• Risk assessment and safety measures
• First aid during seizures
• Management of status epilepticus
• Prevention strategies
• Support and Resources

• Buccal Midazolam Overview:

• Indications and importance as rescue medication
• Dosing for buccal administration
• Benefits of buccal route
• Recognising respiratory depression
• Difficulties in administration (e.g., salivation)
• Side effects and adverse effects
• Actions if ineffective
• Use of individual care plans
• Storage, safe disposal, duty of care, accountability
• When to seek further medical help