About this course

This course provides in-depth knowledge and practical skills for recognising and supporting individuals with epilepsy. It includes detailed guidance on creating and following individual support plans, managing common seizure triggers, conducting risk assessments, and correctly implementing the recovery position during seizures. The course is authored by Tony Hannon, an experienced epilepsy trainer, and is designed to equip caregivers and healthcare professionals with the necessary skills to support people with epilepsy effectively.

Learning objectives

• Recognise how to provide individual support to someone with epilepsy.

• Understand and manage common seizure triggers.

• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments for individuals with epilepsy.

• Correctly implement the recovery position during and after seizures.

• Gain a thorough understanding of epilepsy, its classification, and types of seizures.

On completing this course you will

• Be able to provide tailored support to individuals with epilepsy.

• Identify and manage various seizure triggers effectively.

• Conduct detailed risk assessments to ensure safety.

• Correctly position individuals during seizures to prevent further injury.

• Have a deep understanding of epilepsy and different seizure types.

This course is suitable for

• Caregivers and family members of individuals with epilepsy.

• Healthcare professionals involved in epilepsy care.

• Support workers in educational and social care settings.

• Anyone interested in gaining a better understanding of epilepsy.