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Epilepsy Awareness

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Epilepsy is a common condition that affects the brain and causes frequent seizures. Seizures are bursts of electrical activity in the brain that temporarily affect how it works.

Who should complete the course?

This course is useful for any health or care professional who may encounter a person living with this condition.

Aims

To gain an awareness of epilepsy and strategies to support people with epilepsy.

Outcomes

By the end of the course, delegates will have the skills to:

Define relevant terminology
Describe the main causes of epilepsy
Describe the main types of epilepsy
List common triggers of seizures
Consider the risks and benefits of common anti-epileptic drugs

Course Content

What is epilepsy
Types of seizures
Common medications
Triggers
Supporting a person with epilepsy

Duration

Half day (3 hours)

Assessment

Observation and groupwork.

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