Description
This one hour eLearning module will provide participants with the underpinning knowledge required to support an individual living with epilepsy.
Topics Covered:
- Facts about epilepsy
- Seizure types and what seizure activity may look like
- Epilepsy Management Planning process, the Epilepsy Management Plan (EMP) and the Emergency Medication Management Plan (EMMP)
- Basic first aid response for seizures
- The potential impacts of epilepsy on the life of the individual
Who should do this course?
Anyone who has a ‘duty of care’ responsibility for a person living with epilepsy.
Anyone wanting to improve their awareness and understanding of epilepsy and its impact on the individual.
You and Your
Family

Health and
Direct Care

Education and
Training

Employers and
Communities
Time and Assessment:
This eLearning module will take approximately one hour to complete and includes 15 questions to check understanding as the participant progresses through the course.
Participants will be asked to complete a pre-course self-assessment of their understanding of epilepsy and a post course evaluation and self-assessment.
A Certificate of Completion can be generated on completion of all tasks.
More information or offline resources:
This course is available offline, please contact us to discuss options.
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Accreditation
Currently this course holds no accreditation status.
CPD Recognition
Many industry associations require their members or affiliates to complete continuing professional development.Please check your individual industry association to confirm that this eLearning module meets the required standards.
This eLearning module is included on the Victorian Institute of Teaching Special Needs Plan PD Provider List and meets the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers: Standards 4.1, 1.5 and 1.6
This eLearning Module has been developed within the Epilepsy Foundation quality framework which meets ISO9001:2008.
If you would like the Epilepsy Foundation to discuss industry recognition with your industry association please contact us.
Feedback
“After this workshop and having the different episodes explained, I far more understand Riley’s situation and have confidence surrounding it.” “I really liked the iceberg image. It really demonstrates all of the hidden pressures on families and the student themselves.” “I feel much more confident and aware of the challenges of living with epilepsy. A great session.” “I have worked in disability for 15 years, more confident now I have refreshed the training.”