Epilepsy Awareness

Description

Overview

Over 600,000 people in the UK have epilepsy.

Epilepsy is a common and serious neurological condition which affects the brain and nervous system. Seizures always start in the brain and are caused by many different underlying causes, including a person's genetics, a structural change in the brain or from other underlying conditions.

There are over 40 different types of seizure, and not all of them are physical which is why epilepsy can also be an invisible condition.

Details

What will I learn on this course?

• Describe what epilepsy is
• Give examples of the possible causes of epilepsy
• Have a basic understanding of how epilepsy is diagnosed
• Outline the differences between some of the seizures experienced in epilepsy
• List the treatments for epilepsy
• Explain how to give First Aid to a person who is having a seizure caused by epilepsy
• Understand the importance of effective risk assessment, care planning and documentation in the care and support of someone with epilepsy
• Know where to get further information and support

Certification

Successful candidates will receive certification of achievement.