CPD-accredited course

Epilepsy Awareness & Seizure Care

Understand epilepsy, recognise different seizures, give safe first aid and know when to call 999, and support people with epilepsy to live safely and well.

About 90 minutes
7 modules, 31 lessons
Any device

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What you'll learn

Explain what epilepsy is, what causes it and how it is diagnosed
Recognise different types of seizure and common triggers
Give safe first aid during and after a seizure, and know when to call 999
Explain what status epilepticus and rescue medicine are
Reduce risks, including SUDEP, while supporting independence
Record seizures and support people in a person-centred way

Who this course is for

Carers who support people living with epilepsy, or who may need to help during a seizure.

Carers and support workers in care homes, supported living and homecare
Staff supporting people with learning disabilities
Anyone who wants to feel confident giving seizure first aid

Course outline

7 modules and 31 lessons, taken in order.

Module 1Introduction2 lessons

Welcome to Epilepsy Awareness & Seizure Care
Learning points

Module 2Understanding epilepsy5 lessons

What is epilepsy?
Causes of epilepsy
Who is affected?
How epilepsy is diagnosed
Myths, stigma and common terms
Module quiz

Module 3Seizures and triggers6 lessons

How seizures are classified
Focal seizures
Generalised seizures
Warning signs, auras and the recovery period
Common triggers
Non-epileptic seizures
Module quiz

Module 4Responding to a seizure6 lessons

Seizure first aid
Other seizures and other places
The recovery position and supporting recovery
When to call 999
Status epilepticus
Rescue medicine
Module quiz

Module 5Treatment and staying safe5 lessons

Anti-seizure medicines
Other treatments
SUDEP and reducing risk
Risk assessment and everyday safety
Balancing safety with independence
Module quiz

Module 6Person-centred care and your role5 lessons

Care plans and seizure protocols
Observing and recording seizures
Emotional wellbeing and living well with epilepsy
Choice, capacity and involving others
Reporting concerns and working within your role
Module quiz

Module 7Conclusion2 lessons

Summary of key learning
Putting it into practice

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