Course Overview
This course provides a comprehensive understanding of epilepsy, focusing on its definition, types, and management strategies. Participants will learn to support individuals with epilepsy by exploring legal frameworks, seizure response protocols, and effective communication techniques. The course covers diagnosis, treatment, and the impact of epilepsy on cognitive and emotional development, equipping participants with practical skills to support individuals in educational and social settings.
Course Objectives:
- Understand Epilepsy: Learn the basics of epilepsy, including prevalence and key statistics.
- Explore Types: Differentiate between focal and generalized seizures and identify various syndromes.
- Familiarize with Terminology: Master key terms and seizure classifications.
- Address Stigma and Legal Protections: Understand stigma and legal protections under UK law.
- Seizure Response: Develop skills for effective seizure response and care planning.
- Handle Emergencies: Recognize emergencies, follow protocols for status epilepticus, and manage emergency care.
- Document and Communicate: Improve skills in documenting seizures and communicating with healthcare professionals.
- Identify and Respond: Learn to identify seizure types, triggers, and apply first aid.
- Diagnosis and Treatment: Understand diagnostic processes and treatment options.
- Manage Impacts: Explore cognitive, behavioral, and emotional impacts and management strategies.
- Medications and Lifestyle: Learn about medication side effects and lifestyle management.
- Support in Settings: Develop strategies for supporting individuals with epilepsy in educational and social settings.