Length of Course: 3 hours
Prerequisites: None
Cost: $95 per person (group and offsite bookings please enquire here)
Course Introduction
The Epilepsy and Seizure Management Training Course provides essential knowledge and practical skills for aged care, disability, and home care workers supporting individuals living with epilepsy or seizure disorders. This course helps care providers recognise seizure activity, respond safely, and support clients in accordance with care plans and organisational procedures.
Participants will develop an understanding of how the nervous system works and learn what epilepsy is, including the difference between epilepsy and seizures. The training explores the different types of seizures and epilepsy, as well as common causes, triggers, and strategies for seizure management.
The course also covers treatment options, including the use of prescribed emergency seizure medication, and provides guidance on administering basic seizure first aid. Participants will also learn how to accurately record incidents, follow documentation procedures, and report concerns appropriately.
By completing this course, participants will gain the knowledge and confidence to recognise seizure activity, respond effectively, and support individuals living with epilepsy safely in home and community care settings.
Epilepsy and Seizure Training – Key Competences Covered
- Explain how the nervous system works, including key organs.
- Describe what epilepsy is.
- Explain the differences between a seizure and epilepsy.
- Identify different types of seizures and epilepsy.
- Identify causes and triggers of epilepsy and seizure management.
- Describe treatment options, including midazolam treatment.
- Administer basic first aid and midazolam for a seizure.
- Record findings and incidents appropriately.
- Know your scope of practice as a Home Support Worker.
Epilepsy Training Course Certification
A certificate of achievement is issued on completion of the course.