Epilepsy Theory Refresher

This session aims to update knowledge on epilepsy, common seizure types and how to respond to epileptic seizures.

There is no competency assessment requirement to this session.

For guidance how to book this training session please visit our training information page.

 

Aims of the session

• To refresh your understanding of epilepsy
• Consider different presentations
• Explore your support and care for young people with epilepsy

 

Objectives of the session

• To recap physiology of epilepsy and different seizure presentations
• To review seizure first aid and how to support someone experiencing a seizure
• To briefly outline the management of epilepsy
• To highlight risks associated with epilepsy
• To consider life with epilepsy and how this may affect learning and mood

 

Teaching and learning strategy

A variety of teaching and learning strategies will be facilitated during the theory session to include presentations, question and answer sessions with scenario-based learning. There is a large emphasis during this session on group work and learner participation.

 

Target audience

This session is only suitable for learners who have previously attended the Epilepsy Theory course and now need to complete their annual update session.

 

Delivery format and duration

• Face to face: 1 hour
• MST: 1 hour
• Nottinghamshire CSS Learning Portal: available for annual update

Please note: we recommend that this session be attended face to face where possible.

 

Update requirement

Annual update for Epilepsy is recommended, either the full Epilepsy Course or this Epilepsy Refresher course.